Melonie’s Blog: Surgery Today
October 21st, 2009
My pre-op experience today was informative and really put me at ease. I was greeted by Sandy, the Patient Coordinator, who instructed me on what I would be wearing during surgery, informed me of the estimated start time, my estimated time in recovery and who I would be seeing before my surgery began. She then took the “before†photos of my before and after pictures (not at all uncomfortable).
I was then greeted by Dr. Bashioum and asked if I had any last questions before the surgery. I had chosen the 500 cc implant, so Dr. Bashioum confirmed my decision and based on my physical stature, he felt this would be an appropriate size for me. He evaluated the symmetry of the size of my breasts, as it is very common for women have a slight difference in size. I felt that my left was slightly smaller then my right side. After some discussion I felt that 525cc in the left and 500cc in the right would be what I would like to balance out the small size difference. I was curious about the position of the implant, so we discussed placement and how it was determined. He made a few makings on my breasts and then I was to meet with the nurse (Jackie) to go over post-operative instructions. She answered a few questions regarding the after care and then I met with anesthesia. We discussed my past surgeries and how I felt following other surgeries that I might have had. He assured me that he would take every measure to prevent any nausea. Then I was off to surgery.
My surgery is being filmed, so check back later this week to watch actual video clips of my augmentation.
Social Safari: Donations Offer Hope
October 19th, 2009
"Social Safari"
This month’s Smile Network Benefit, hosted by the premiere Minneapolis stylist and salon owner, Jason Deavalon, was a huge success. It was my pleasure to take part in raising donations to fund facial reconstruction surgery for needy children through the humanitarian efforts of Smile. During my recent medical mission trip to Lima, Peru, I saw firsthand how the lives of children are transformed through this kind of surgery. A disfigured child is offered new hope and a chance to flourish, where he was once shunned. It is truly a life-changing experience to provide a medical service that is simply out of the reach for many suffering children and their families living in impoverished nations around the world.
A Night to Celebrate
Jason’s Social Safari event raised over $50,000 in contributions from family and friends attending the event.
Models help raise donations
$10,000 was donated by attendees that opted to trade their own smile lines for Nipntuck Botox gift certificates, to help fund the important work of The Smile Network. I offer my sincere thanks to everyone whose generous contributions will be instrumental in improving the quality of life for hundreds of children.
Jason and friends
Jason’s upcoming trek in Kenya continues to raise awareness about the enormous need being confronted annually by Smile. You will be able to follow his ascent online as he climbs to the summit of Mt. Elgon. Please go to www.smilenetwork.org and click on Jason’s Journey.
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