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Thinking about plastic surgery after weight loss? Wondering if you're mentally ready for the change?In this powerful episode of Bari Connected, host Mel sits down with Dr. Ashley Steinberg, a renowned board-certified plastic surgeon from Houston, to dive into everything you NEED to know before going under the knife post-bariatric surgery.

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Steinberg shares personal insights from 14+ years in the OR—and her own experiences with plastic surgery, mental health, and how to truly support patients beyond the operating table.

💬 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

💡 The Truth About Plastic Surgery Results – Why it's not instant and what realistic healing timelines look like

🧠 Mental Health & Body Image After Weight Loss – Navigating "phantom body" syndrome & post-op depression

📆 Guidelines for Bariatric Patients Seeking Plastic Surgery – From stable weight goals to protein intake

💉 Common Surgical Risks & Red Flags to Avoid

💬 Why Communication With Your Surgeon is Everything

💪 Nutrition Tips for Better Healing – Complete proteins, hydration, and her favorite travel-friendly snacks!

🛑 Debunking Myths – High-def Lipo, BBL regrets, facial implants, and more

Whether you're planning a mommy makeover, tummy tuck, liposuction, or just researching your options, this episode is packed with real talk, medical facts, and laughs along the way.

🎙️ Featured Guest:

Dr. Ashley Steinberg, MD📍 Houston-based Plastic Surgeon🩺 Board-Certified in General & Plastic Surgery📱 Find her on Instagram: @dr.ashleysteinberg🌐 Website: www.drsteinberg.com

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