For an intricate cosmetic surgery or corrective procedure related to the hands and upper extremities, it is important to begin with a detailed pre-op consultation and create the foundation for a successful surgery.
The patient and the surgeon will have an opportunity to build suitable rapport during the consultation. A relationship of trust and open communication will go a long way in helping achieve the goals of the surgery and making sure everyone is on the same page. No ethical surgeon wants to operate on someone who does not know the main intentions of the surgery in the first place and Dr. Bram Kaufman is completely ethical.
During the consultation, the surgeon will evaluate the patient’s hand anatomy and examine the cosmetic or functional issues involved.
They will create a customized hand surgery plan, which will take into account the patient’s inputs collected during the consultation. Amazing, astute, and board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kaufman provides hand surgery and various other procedures to patients in Beachwood, Pepper Pike, Cleveland, OH, and other cities and suburbs in the Mother of Presidents state.
Health Evaluation
During the pre-op consultation, the surgeon will review the past health records of the patient and examine the condition of their hands, arms and their general health status. In a few cases, lab or diagnostic tests may be ordered. If the patient has previously undergone a hand cosmetic surgery, the past surgical records will be assessed.
The patient should be prepared to disclose full information about any prescription and non-prescription drugs, including herbal supplements and vitamins that they may be currently taking. If the patient is a smoker, the surgeon will require them to quit the habit for at least a specified time period prior to the surgery.
After assessing the risk factors such as the patient’s age, health condition, past surgeries, and current issues with the hand, the surgeon will explain about the potential risks and complications involved. They will also discuss about the estimated time for recovery and the expected results of hand surgery. The patient can make a well-considered decision after this comprehensive assessment from the surgeon.
Questionnaire on Hand Condition
Some surgeons may want the patient to fill a questionnaire related to their current hand condition in order to cover all relevant aspects. The questions may be related to the degree of pain experienced in the hands, the difficulties or restrictions in movement, the history of the problem, the abnormal signs and symptoms, and whether the condition has become worse over time.
The patient may be asked to perform certain hand movements in order to evaluate the exact difficulties. The surgeon will assess all this information in the context of any pre-existing conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, obesity, diabetes and anemia. The patient should inform if they have experienced a recent change in any medical condition. Sterling and focused plastic surgeon Dr. Kaufman receives patients from Beachwood, Pepper Pike, Cleveland, OH, and other parts of this region for hand surgery.
Diagnostic Tests
Some patients may need to undergo specialized x-rays of the wrist and forearm or even an MRI in order to evaluate their inner hand structures more precisely. Tendon issues, infections and other underlying problems can be detected through these tests. The surgeon will create a customized surgical plan following this comprehensive consultation process.
To learn more about cosmetic treatment and procedures or to schedule a consultation by Cleveland Ohio area plastic surgeon, Dr. Bram Kaufman, please contact us at 1-216-778-2245 or click here.