Northern Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC - Real Patient Stories of Cosmetic Surgery
Real patient stories of Cosmetic Surgery from The Washington Post Magazine
Jill's Story
Motivation
When we meet patients for consultation we are not only interested in “the what” such as droopy eyes or saggy neck, but also “the why.” For Jill the why was simple. She believed in “looking and feeling her absolute best.” And there was another why question to answer, why The Austin-Weston Center? Jill had the opportunity to come from a unique perspective having not only worked as a nurse anesthetist at The Austin-Weston Center, but also with several other plastic and cosmetic surgeons over the years..." Click here to read Jill's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
When we meet patients for consultation we are not only interested in “the what” such as droopy eyes or saggy neck, but also “the why.” For Jill the why was simple. She believed in “looking and feeling her absolute best.” And there was another why question to answer, why The Austin-Weston Center? Jill had the opportunity to come from a unique perspective having not only worked as a nurse anesthetist at The Austin-Weston Center, but also with several other plastic and cosmetic surgeons over the years..." Click here to read Jill's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
Experience
Jill says that before surgery she had a lot of questions so she "made a list so as not to forget in the excitement" of her new preoperative visit. In fact, she commented about how informative and supportive the staff was both before and after surgery..." Click here to read Jill's story about her cosmetic surgery, "Experience." Story #2 in a series.
Impact
After having cosmetic surgery, Jill absolutely loves her results! She said, “The things that bothered me about my face no longer do and I feel more beautiful at 49 than I did at 35. I was able to rid those things that bothered me about my appearance. As I approach 50, I never felt more attractive both inside and out....” Click here to read Jill's story about life after cosmetic surgery "Impact." Story #3 in a series.
Shelley's Story
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Tami's Story
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Edda's Story
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Ronna's Story
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Motivation
"I had reached a point when every time I looked in the mirror I was hit harder and harder by the reflection of a very old lady; unattractive and not feminine. Certaintly not the face I expected to see - my face. I saw "tired" when I was actually energized. I saw "angry" despite feeling calm and relaxed. I delayed going to a consultation for a few years, thinking that perhaps a few more makeup tricks would do it..." Click here to read Shelley's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
"I had reached a point when every time I looked in the mirror I was hit harder and harder by the reflection of a very old lady; unattractive and not feminine. Certaintly not the face I expected to see - my face. I saw "tired" when I was actually energized. I saw "angry" despite feeling calm and relaxed. I delayed going to a consultation for a few years, thinking that perhaps a few more makeup tricks would do it..." Click here to read Shelley's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
Experience
“By the time I came in for "The Big Day", I felt as prepared as i could have been. I was nervous that morning because, after all, it WAS major surgery. But I was equally excited and eager to finally go through with it. Once in the surgical suite, everyone was so very solicitous, upbeat and comforting. That, plus being given a pre-op sedative, was tremendously reassuring..." Click here to read Shelley's story about her cosmetic surgery, "Experience." Story #2 in a series.
Impact
"In the time since I had my cosmetic surgery, I have been very pleased with the results. Pleased that I know longer look angry and tired all the time. Do I look like I did when I was 21? No, I'm leaving that to my daughter. But I do look refreshed, more relaxed, just as my physician told me I would. I am more self-confident and I like what I see in the mirror....” Click here to read Shelley's story about life after cosmetic surgery "Impact." Story #3 in a series.
Tami's Story
Motivation
"I always knew I would have cosmetic surgery when I got "older." In my late 40s I began to notice increased signs of aging that bothered me more and more. I decided that this was the right time to have cosmetic surgery when it wouldn't be obvious that I had something done and that I wouls still be young enough to enjoy it. Also, I wanted my outward appearance to reflect how I felt about myself on the inside..." Click here to read Tami's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
"I always knew I would have cosmetic surgery when I got "older." In my late 40s I began to notice increased signs of aging that bothered me more and more. I decided that this was the right time to have cosmetic surgery when it wouldn't be obvious that I had something done and that I wouls still be young enough to enjoy it. Also, I wanted my outward appearance to reflect how I felt about myself on the inside..." Click here to read Tami's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
Experience
“After my consultation, I felt the doctor had addressed most of the questions I had. When I arrived for my pre-op appointment before surgery, I didn't have a lot of questions and I felt comfortable with my decision to have surgery..." Click here to read Tami's story about her cosmetic surgery, "Experience." Story #2 in a series.
Impact
"I'm so happy that I have had my surgery! I feel very empowered... I made a decision to change, followed through with it and I am reaping the benefits everyday! I have a new found confidence in my professional and personal lives....” Click here to read Tami's story about life after cosmetic surgery "Impact." Story #3 in a series.
Edda's Story
Motivation
"I met my doctor 14 years ago and have always thought that if I ever decided to have plastic surgery, The Austin-Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery would be the place to go. My doctor intitially impressed me with his skills, but more importantly, he impressed me with his demeanor. He always looked at me in my eye as we spoke and I could tell he really cared..." Click here to read Edda's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
"I met my doctor 14 years ago and have always thought that if I ever decided to have plastic surgery, The Austin-Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery would be the place to go. My doctor intitially impressed me with his skills, but more importantly, he impressed me with his demeanor. He always looked at me in my eye as we spoke and I could tell he really cared..." Click here to read Edda's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
Experience
“I felt a lot of emotions the day of my surgery. I was excited and anxious, but I had a lot of confidence in my doctor and the staff at the Austin-Weston Center. I always felt special, as though I were a friend or a member of their family. They took great care of me before, during and after my surgery and I was very happy to receive a phone call from my doctor the first night as I recovered at home..." Click here to read Edda's story about her cosmetic surgery, "Experience." Story #2 in a series.
Impact
"I am so happy I finally had surgery. I now feel younger, prettier and happier! My friends and family, especially my husband, love the new look. My self-esteem has increased and I feel a big difference within me. I used to want to hide and didn't feel good about myself. Now, I notice more people approach me as my attitude has softened and I feel confident....” Click here to read Edda's story about life after cosmetic surgery "Impact." Story #3 in a series.
Ronna's Story
Motivation
“In my younger years I was considered to be very pretty. By the time I was in my fifties, when I looked in the mirror I did not see that person anymore. I saw bags under my eyes and a gaunt face that did not look very happy. I worked very closely with other people who have had cosmetic surgery and saw the transformation they experienced and knew that I wanted to do it”...." Click here to read Ronna's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
“In my younger years I was considered to be very pretty. By the time I was in my fifties, when I looked in the mirror I did not see that person anymore. I saw bags under my eyes and a gaunt face that did not look very happy. I worked very closely with other people who have had cosmetic surgery and saw the transformation they experienced and knew that I wanted to do it”...." Click here to read Ronna's complete story. Motivation. Story #1 in a series.
Experience
Even though I felt that the Doctor answered all of my questions during the consultation appointment, I was still a little nervous on the day of surgery but I trusted that things would go smoothly because they prepared me as to what to expect. When I arrived for my pre-op appointment before surgery, the staff took wonderful care of me as well as the doctor. They were extremely professional and very supportive. I was so well taken care of that when they tucked me in with warm blankets, I barely felt he IV sedation and before I knew I was waking up into the peaceful state...." Click here to read Ronna's story about her cosmetic surgery, "Experience." Story #2 in a series.
Impact
"I am so delighted with my results and my thoughts about myself have never been more confident. I like what I see in the mirror! I no longer have a conversation with myself about "this or that" not being right about my face. I now accept and love myself more. I am so pleased with my results and the fact that my friends and family constantly compliment me on how they think I look refreshed and youthful...” Click here to read Edda's story about life after cosmetic surgery "Impact." Story #3 in a series.
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