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COSMETIC SURGERY
PROCEDURES
THINGS TO KNOW
BEFORE YOUR COSMETIC SURGERY VISIT
During your consultation, you’ll have a chance to talk with Dr. Kopolovic about your treatment options, advantages and disadvantages, details about the procedure and recovery – and anything else that’s on your mind. This is also an opportunity for the doctor to get to know you, to evaluate if you are a good candidate for a particular surgery, and to formulate a treatment plan. Before and after photos will be available to help clarify the possible outcomes. We will also review risks, complications and costs. Your consultation will take about an hour.
A consultation is especially important as it creates a patient/physician relationship based on trust, experience and expertise. We consider all of our patients as part of our "family." Our door is always open for future visits.
CONSULTATIONS FOR BREAST ENLARGEMENT AND BREAST LIFTS
For augmentation mammaplasties (breast enlargement) and/or augmentation mammaplasties with a mastoplexy (breast enlargement with a breast lift), we also offer a free consultation with a member of our medical staff. For these cosmetic procedures, we encourage patients to schedule this free consultation, which allows our staff to spend more time with you. During this time, before and after photographs will be reviewed with you to create a better focus on the proposed results.
A second, full consultation will then be scheduled with Dr. Kopolovic. By this time, you will have a good understanding of the proposed surgery and what can be expected from it. During the consultation with Dr. Kopolovic, additional fine tuning will be done to further focus on the desired results and to give the doctor an opportunity to determine any other considerations that will be important to give you the best results. We urge you to take advantage of this program as it will help you achieve your own final realistic goals.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Records and documents are only released to patients with prior written consent. In every respect, your interactions with this office remain completely private and discreet.
WHAT TO ASK
Questions to Ask the Doctor
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What options do I have for achieving my cosmetic goals? |
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Are before and after photos available so I can see actual results? |
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What do I need to do to help assure the best results? |
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How is the surgical procedure performed? |
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What kind of anesthetic will be used? |
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How long will the surgery take? |
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Are there risks or complications I should be aware of? |
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How will complications be handled? |
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Do I need to arrange for someone to pick me up? |
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What can I expect during my recovery? |
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How long will I need to take off from my job? |
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How long will it be before I can resume my normal activities? |
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When will I see the full effect of my procedure? |
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What if I’m not happy with the results? |
Questions the Doctor Will Ask You
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What cosmetic concerns do you have? |
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Why do want to have surgery? |
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What are your expectations for the results? |
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Have you had any previous surgeries, cosmetic or otherwise? |
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Do you have any medical conditions? |
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Do you have any allergies? |
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Are you currently undergoing any other medical treatments? |
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Are you currently on any medications? |
PREPARING FOR SURGERY
Once you have decided on the procedure, and you and your surgeon have discussed the details, you may be asked to:
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Have lab tests done, or have a medical evaluation |
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Stop smoking for a period of time before your surgery |
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Adjust current medications, or take new medications |
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Avoid drugs that can cause bleeding, such as aspirin, herbal supplements or anti-inflammatory drugs. |
It will be beneficial to prepare your home prior to surgery. Make a comfortable place where you can rest for several days, and be sure to have everything you will need within easy reach. Any chores that require any type of manual labor should be taken care of prior to surgery.
Be sure to make arrangements for someone to pick you up from surgery and to take you to get your prescriptions filled.
POST-OPERATIVE CARE
Dr. Kopolovic will take calls 24-hours-a-day, 7 days a week from his patients. Following the surgery, all patients get the doctor’s answering service phone number, and all patients will receive a phone call the evening following surgery. Patients become part of our "family" and there is no charge for follow-up visits.
EMERGENCIES
In the event of a severe situation, dial 911 or go immediately to the nearest emergency room.
COSTS
Consultation Fees
We charge a $100 consultation fee for cosmetic surgery procedures. This money is refunded in the form of a credit to your account if a surgical procedure is scheduled within 6 months of your initial visit.
Phone Quoting
We do not quote prices over the telephone. You must be seen in person in order to make an accurate assessment of what procedures might be indicated for you.
Fees for Surgical Services
The fees for surgical services are due four weeks prior to the procedure date. We accept Visa, MasterCard, cashier’s checks, and cash. There are several very good financing plans available that we can help process for you. We accept personal checks mailed in advance. The professional fees can be reviewed at any time with the patient coordinator.
Insurance and Billing
We are not a provider for any specific insurance company. If your plan allows you to go out-of-network, as a courtesy to those patients, we will file insurance claims for reconstructive procedures. Please help us process these claims promptly by bringing your insurance information with you on your first visit.
We will verify the coverage provided by your health insurance plan before surgery. The patient is responsible for the co-pay, deductible, and co-insurance. The patient may also be responsible for any amount that is not covered by insurance.
Remember that your healthcare policy is a contract between you and your insurance company. It is ultimately the patient's responsibility to pay for services provided by the Plastic Surgery Professional Association.
FACILITIES
Consultations
Your consultation with Dr. Kopolovic or our medical staff will be held at:
AVIVA MedSpa and Cosmetic Surgery Center
3310 W. Main Street
Suite 600
St. Charles, Illinois 60175
For an appointment, call: 630-940-0192
SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Surgical procedures are performed at:
Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
2210 Dean Street
St. Charles, IL 60175
phone: 630-584-9800
fax: 630-584-9805
http://www.valleyambulatory.com/location.htm
Tri City Surgery Center
Procedures requiring local anesthesia are performed in our in-house surgical facility.