Can I Get Body Feminization Surgeries with Weight Loss Body Contouring?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in feminization surgeries. I currently present male, and would like to do surgeries before moving on. Ultimately I would like to have a number of procedures, but have no idea about cost or insurance. I had gastric sleeve performed 18 months ago and have lost 100 lbs. 5′ 9″ currently 180 up from a low of 170lbs. 48 years old next month. Procedures i am interested in: Butt and hip augmentation. (Currently thinking solid implants are preferable to fat grafting) Floating rib removal and/or repositioning Mid rib(lower attached ribs) repositioning Clavicle reduction Liposuction. (Belly, upper/lower back, thigh..etc) Overall skin removal and tightening (belly, butt, thighs, lower, mid and upper back) I am willing and able to travel for procedures and recovery. I would really like to get info on which procedures can be done simultaneously and approximate cost. Would like complete as much at one time as possible. Would also be interested in FFS at a future time. Thank you

A: When it comes to body feminizing surgery you have one unique anatomic feature that separates you from most other patients…..the large amount of weight loss. (massive weight loss or MWL) This creates the need for numerous body contouring procedures (skin removal and tightening) that do not necessarily have feminizing effects but are more of a ‘reconstructive’ nature. As a result considerable thought must begin to both MWL and body feminizing procedures to create a staged surgical plan for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

That process begins by looking at your body pictures from numerous angles (front, back and sides) for an initial assessment.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World Renowned Plastic Surgeon