Dr. Decherd
Plastic Surgery after Weight Loss
Following bariatric surgery patients lose weight, but they may not lose skin. Skin that has been stretched out with weight gain will not usually retract, and this often leads to hanging skin in various areas.
Michael E. Decherd, MD is one of San Antonio’s board-certified plastic surgeons who deals with weight-loss patients. He is committed to patient satisfaction and spending one-on-one time with each patient. Dr. Decherd is a fourth-generation Texas doctor who believes that satisfied patients are the goal of any plastic surgeon. Dr. Decherd educates all his patients on the many options that are available and than works with each patient to give them choices specific to each patient in a pressure-free environment. Dr. Decherd feels that listening to his patients, meticulous attention to detail, excellent training, and constant attention toward the optimal outcomes will achieve this result.
Dr. Decherd is proud of his accomplishments with body contouring following massive weight loss. Here at San Antonio Plastic Surgery Institute, we believe that an open dialogue between you and Dr. Decherd is essential to ensuring a positive experience for both the doctor and the patient! Questions will be answered honestly and openly by Dr. Decherd and his staff. One question that we hear frequently is whether or not post weight loss surgical procedures are covered under insurance. Most procedures that people want are cosmetic in nature and are not covered by insurance. However, we do offer three different financing companies that can easily fit into your financial needs.
If you decide that you would like to contact us to schedule a FREE consultation, please mention BMI of Texas when you call to schedule your appointment. At your consultation, you will tell us your goals and expectations and be educated on the very latest surgical techniques to get you to your desired outcome. At this time, it is common for patients to prioritize problem areas, and decide what procedure/s to do first. Part of our job is to look out for you as a consumer, and educate you on which procedure/s will give you the most positive change in a designated area of the body. Some of the procedures we will discuss are mastopexy/with or without implants, abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, thigh lifts, facelifts, and body lifts. Certain procedures can be paired together while others may need to be staged (done at a separate surgery). A majority of our patients are able to have their surgery done at an outpatient surgery facility, although the hospital is always an option.
One of the most popular procedures for our post surgical weight patients is an abdominoplasty. This procedure removes excess skin and fat off the abdomen and tightens the abdominal muscles back together for a more sculpted look. At your consultation, you will also receive an estimate of surgical fees and educational materials to take home with you. Dr. Decherd and his friendly staff pride themselves on providing a warm and supportive environment where all patients are treated like family. Come and become a part of our San Antonio Plastic Surgery Institute family. Hope to see you soon!
“It is an honor for me to be involved in your post-bariatric experience! These procedures can be life-changing, and it is a pleasure to help you on your journey! I look forward to meeting you!”
—Michael E. Decherd, MD, FACS
