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Donald Waldrep, M.D.
Dr. Waldrep and his staff are extemely professional and well-organized for the most part. Dr. Waldrep is very relaxed and easy to talk to. He has a bit of a dry sense of humor, which I love, and is also a bit silly as well. But, always professional. His PA, Mike, is also quite personable and easy to talk to. And again, silly and has an easy sense of humor. I think that a sense of humor is essential when in a doctor/patient relationship, as it takes the formalness out of the situation and makes it easier to feel free to talk openly with those providing care to you. rnThe before and aftercare programs are first rate and ultra important in their practice. Dr. Waldrep's office has a great relationship with Sutter Roseville Hospital and they definately work hand-in-hand to ensure the best possible results for their patients. Dr. Waldrep and his office staff are quite open with regard to discussing risks and requirements of weight loss surgery. rnDr. Waldrep is a fabulous surgeon with an impecable record of successes, and an amazingly low rate of complications.His bedside manner is easy going and comfortable. I don't have a single complaint about the care that he or his staff have provided for me.
Member Interests
  • Humor - Doesn't everyone love a good laugh?
  • Pets - Two black cats, and lots of tropical fish.
  • Music - Nearly anything except country! Mainly alternative or hard rock.
  • Camping - Love it!
  • Hiking - Loveit! Miss it! Can't wait to do it again!
  • Tattoo - I have one on my back, but I would like to get a few more.
  • Basketball - I try to never miss a Sacramento Kings game.
  • Married - Married for 16 years (4.27.92), and have worked really hard to stay that way.
  • Nursing - Working on my ASN as we speak.
  • Gardening - Just like to get out and get my hands in the dirt...see what grows!

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by Lorraine (Laurie) C. on 2/2/07 3:46 pm
    Hi Suzanne, I hope everything went well . Here's wishing you a speedy recovery. Congrats and best wishes. Horray for you !!!!!!!
  • Comment by Eggface on 1/30/07 2:56 pm
    What a way to start the new year with a new you! Sending prayers for a speedy recovery. May all your dreams come true by this time next year. ~Michelle (MV)
  • Comment by WIBlueyes on 1/30/07 6:00 am
    Suzanne-I just wanted to let you know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery!!! Take Care!
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It sucks being a slow healer
on February 10, 2010 12:48 pm
Several bits of new to report today. Some good...some a bit unnerving.

The good news first. I am finally out of my compression garment! Woot!!! It feels so fantastic to be rid of that thing. It did what it was intended to do, but I won't miss it in the least. I do still have a bit of swelling here and there, and diffuse swelling by the end of the day. But, nothing to warrant wearing that thing 24/7. Really, it was getting so loose I think it was actually causing more problems than doing anything worthwhile. I have also moved on to a sports bra at night, and a soft non-underwire bra during the day. What a relief!

This brings me to the not-so-fab news and the reason for the title of this post. First a bit of back story...
About 13 years ago I had breast reduction surgery and it went horribly on the healing front. My husband said he recalled it taking about 3 solid months for things to heal up, quit draining, and finally calm down. I seem to have blocked that period of my life out...it was brutal. During my healing I produced excessive amounts of serous fluid...enough that it continually blew out my stitches for at least the first 8 weeks. It was a mess. Eventually things began to heal inside and it slowly subsided. Now, back to present day.

I have all but healed on every incision line I have, save one itty-bitty, teeny-tiny pin-sized hole under my right breast, on the vertical incision line. And even at that, it does heal over somewhat for several days at a time. Then, a small amount of serous fluid (perhaps a teaspoon) will break through and drain. The cycle then begins again. Mind you, I have no signs of infection or swelling, every thing is as it should be...except for this minute amount of fluid that finds its escape route.
Now, I see this as a good thing...the fluid is draining itself and not building into a seroma. And, keeping in mind that I am a slow healer, the overall amount is waning...it just hasn't completely stopped. My ps is concerned that it won't ever stop and wants me to come back to Mexico for him to insert a drain...and worst case, remove the implant if that doesn't work.

Understand...I think this man is a fantastic doctor. However, I don't think he understands my personal healing "style" and the sheer lack of fluid seeping out every few days. Not to mention, I am simply unable to go back to Mexico at this time. Between lack of funds in the budget...we spent all we had on the first trip, no available child care while I'm gone...Damon's work schedule simply doesn't allow him to be home much, and no vacation time left for hubby to use to be here for the kids and still get payed...this trip just couldn't happen right now, no matter what.
I am taking great care to pay close attention to what is going on with regard to healing. I know the signs and symptoms of infection...there are none to be found in my case. If something did become worrisome...you can bet I'd be in to see my PCP before a day had passed! In any case, the first of March is the absolute soonest I could leave California. So, in the meantime, I will have to keep doing what I'm doing to assist the draining and healing. Warm compresses and binding at night seem to be doing wonders already and I haven't leaked or had any indication it wants to since yesterday mornings shower. But what trouble!
*sigh* Like I said, it sucks being a slow healer.

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