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Exercise After Tummy Tuck Surgery

Posted December 29, 2014 in Tummy Tuck

One of the most frequently asked questions about tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) is regarding when it is safe to begin exercising again after the procedure. In the first week after tummy tuck surgery, Dr. Patronella recommends patients take short walks of 10 minutes, gradually increasing this to one mile, twice daily by days 10 to […]

A Nurse’s Review: “The Best Decision of My Life”

Posted December 29, 2014 in Body Lift, Tummy Tuck

By Sherri Roberts sherri@mybeautifulbody.com Despite losing 25 pounds, Theresa, a nurse, was disappointed that her body did not reflect the shape she worked hard to sculpt through exercise and healthy eating habits. After having a tummy tuck and body lift with Dr. Patronella, Theresa reports, “This surgery has made me feel like a sexy young […]

Meet Heidi Fell, RN: Dr. Patronella’s Fabulous Aesthetic Nurse Specialist

Posted December 29, 2014 in Plastic Surgery News

By Sherri Roberts Plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Patronella is pleased to welcome an accomplished and respected aesthetic nurse specialist to his practice: Heidi Fell, RN, who will partner with him to provide what has become one of the hottest growing trends in the nation: non-surgical treatments to erase the signs of aging on the face, […]

Dr. Patronella Wins 2014 Italian Flame Award for Medical Contributions

Posted December 29, 2014 in Plastic Surgery News

By Sherri Roberts Plastic surgeon Christopher Patronella, M.D., a founder of the nationally-respected Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery in Houston, Texas,was honored with the 2014 Italian Flame Award at the Italian Cultural & Community Center’s 2014 Gala in Houston, Texas at the Westin Hotel. Dr. Patronella and 21 other individuals of Italian heritage were selected to receive the prestigious award […]

Dr. Patronella Voted A Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery by Doctors’ Panel

Posted December 29, 2014 in Plastic Surgery News

Dr. Christopher Patronella was named a Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery by Houstonia Magazine for the second year in a row. Dr. Patronella earned the prestigious award based upon the results of a survey Houstonia sent to board certified doctors throughout the greater Houston area. Survey participants were asked to select two doctors whom they […]