Dr Bernard Beldholm M.B.B.S B.Sc(Med) FRACS is a Specialist surgeon (board certified) focused on Body contouring surgery after weight loss and pregnancy.
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In this video, Dr Bernard Beldholm FRACS, Specialist Surgeon, provides an educational overview of how hospital admission and discharge are planned after tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery in patients following significant or massive weight loss. He discusses key factors patients should understand, including surgical options, typical length of stay, discharge criteria, early mobilisation, and…
In this episode, I discuss recovery following a circumferential hybrid abdominoplasty — a combined Fleur-de-Lis abdominoplasty and circumferential abdominoplasty (belt lipectomy). This approach is most often considered after significant or massive weight loss when there is skin redundancy affecting the abdomen, flanks, lower back and upper buttock region. I outline what to expect from the early…
In this episode, I discuss the potential complications associated with circumferential hybrid abdominoplasty, a complex body lift (belt lipectomy) procedure that combines a fleur de lis abdominoplasty with a circumferential abdominoplasty. This operation is most commonly considered by patients after significant or massive weight loss, including following bariatric surgery, where there is extensive…
In this episode, I discuss circumferential hybrid abdominoplasty, a comprehensive body contouring approach that combines a vertical lipectomy (Fleur-de-Lis abdominoplasty) with a belt lipectomy (circumferential abdominoplasty). This procedure is most commonly considered for patients following significant or massive weight loss who have excess skin affecting the abdomen in both vertical and…
In this episode, I discuss what recovery looks like after Fleur‑de‑Lis abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) for people who have lost a significant amount of weight. I cover the incision pattern (a horizontal incision plus a midline vertical incision), the role of drains and compression garments, early mobilisation in hospital, and realistic timelines for returning to daily activities. As a Specialist…
In this episode, I discuss complications associated with Fleur-de-Lis abdominoplasty (Fleur-de-Lis tummy tuck) after significant or massive weight loss. I explain how this reconstructive operation differs from a standard abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and extended abdominoplasty, summarise complication patterns reported in recent studies, and outline strategies that may help reduce risk before and…
In this episode, I discuss when a Fleur‑de‑Lis Abdominoplasty (fleur‑de‑lis tummy tuck) is considered after significant weight loss, how it differs from a standard Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), and what to expect from planning, surgery, recovery and risks. What you’ll learn: Indications and candidacy: Why I consider a Fleur‑de‑Lis Abdominoplasty when excess skin is lax both vertically and…
In this podcast, Dr Bernard Beldholm FRACS, Specialist Surgeon, provides an educational overview of recovery after standard and extended abdominoplasty. He discusses key factors patients should understand, including surgical options, recovery, and risks. You’ll learn how surgery and recovery are structured in my practice, including inpatient care at Maitland Private Hospital, early mobilisation to…
In this podcast, Dr Bernard Beldholm FRACS, Specialist Surgeon, provides an educational overview of complications that can occur after abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) in patients who have undergone major weight loss. The discussion focuses on common and less common complications, including wound-healing issues, seromas, bleeding, infection, nerve changes, and scar concerns. Dr Beldholm explains the…
Can Medicare cover a tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty) after weight loss in Australia? The answer is sometimes — but only when strict medical criteria are met. In this podcast, Specialist Surgeon Dr Bernard Beldholm explains when post-weight-loss abdominoplasty may qualify for Medicare, which MBS item numbers apply, and what documentation must exist before surgery is even considered. Many patients…
