In this podcast, Dr Bernard Beldholm FRACS, Specialist General Surgeon, provides an educational overview of lower torso surgery options for people who have achieved significant weight loss and are left with excess skin. This may involve areas such as the lower abdomen, waistline, back, and buttocks. Patients often seek advice when skin folds contribute to irritation, rashes, or difficulty with clothing and daily activities. Dr Beldholm discusses why patients may consider surgery, what happens during the consultation process, and who may be a suitable candidate. Key points include the importance of maintaining stable weight, BMI considerations, and understanding realistic expectations. The podcast also outlines the main lower torso operations, including abdominoplasty, fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty, circumferential lipectomy (sometimes referred to as belt lipectomy), apronectomy, back lipectomy, and combination procedures. In addition, Dr Beldholm touches on other procedures such as breast surgery and arm reduction surgery (brachioplasty), which are sometimes performed together or in stages. The podcast briefly mentions recovery and potential risks, noting that recovery timelines vary between patients and procedures. It also briefly mentions costs and insurance, including how Medicare item numbers and private health insurance may apply when eligibility criteria are met. More detailed discussions are provided in separate podcast dedicated to these topics. Book your appointment Online: https://beldholm.com.au/book-online/ Call us in Australiatel: 0249345700 From 1st July 2023, a GP Referral will be required for all procedures. Dr Bernard Beldholm (MED0001186274) M.B.B.S B.Sc (Med) FRACS, is a Registered medical practitioner, Specialist surgeon (specialist registration in Surgery – general surgery) in Australia Clinic Location 30 Belmore RdLorn, NSW 2320Australia Hospital Location Maitland Private Hospital175 Chisholm RoadEast Maitland NSW 2323 https://maitlandprivatehospital.com.au/ QUESTIONS ONLY - NO TESTIMONIALS IN COMMENTS DUE TO AHPRA GUIDELINES For more information about surgical risks go to: https://beldholm.com.au/about/disclaimer/#Cosmetic_Surgery_Complication_Disclaimer ADULT content. Dr Bernard Beldholm M.B.B.S B.Sc(Med) FRACS is a Specialist General Surgeon (AHPRA Medical Registration nr: MED0001186274). Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from a qualified health practitioner. Results, recovery & potential complications will vary for each individual patient. Photos & videos featured are not a guarantee that your results will be the same & do not guarantee a particular surgical outcome. Content on our Instagram page & other social media pages is published with the consent of our patients. The content featured is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice. Immediate post-op results may differ from the final result.