Epi 4

Considering plastic surgery after major weight loss? Not sure where to start or what procedures actually give the best results? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Podcast, host Mel dives deep with expert plastic surgeon Dr. Omar Beidas, MD FACS and licensed clinical social worker Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, to unpack the essential truths about body contouring, extended tummy tucks, 360 procedures, muscle repair, and avoiding regret after surgery.

You’ll learn:
✅ How to choose the right plastic surgery for your body goals
✅ What surgeons should be telling you (but often don’t)
✅ Extended vs. standard tummy tuck: which is best for massive weight loss?
✅ Why lipo is underrated and cool sculpting is often a waste
✅ Real talk on insurance, dog ears, belly buttons, and scar placement
✅ The dangers of choosing unqualified cosmetic surgeons
✅ The surprising role of visceral fat and how it impacts your surgery plan

Whether you're prepping for surgery or already navigating revision procedures, this episode is packed with value, lived experience, and expert clinical insights that will save you time, money, and heartache.

👂 Tune in and take notes — your future body will thank you!

🔗 Connect with us:
→ Mel Gottfried: melunfiltered.vsg
→  Dr. Beidas: drbodycontouring
→ Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW: ashlynchange4life2012 

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