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Tummy tuck

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) in Zanzibar City

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A flat tummy and a toned silhouette in one operation. Your individual surgical plan and the expected result are discussed at the consultation

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Comparison

Tummy tuck techniques

A tummy tuck is done as a full (classic) or mini operation, or combined with liposuction as lipoabdominoplasty. Compare the scope of surgery, the indications and the expected results to choose the right technique together with your surgeon.

Tummy tuck

Removal of excess skin, abdominal muscle tightening

Tummy tuck diagram: the abdomen before surgery with the incision line, and the result
Main goal
Removal of excess skin, diastasis repair
When it is done
Excess skin after childbirth or weight loss
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, up to 3 days in hospital

Lipoabdominoplasty

Tummy tuck with added liposuction

Lipoabdominoplasty diagram: the abdomen with fat on the flanks before surgery, and the result
Main goal
Tummy tightening and waist contouring
When it is done
For fat deposits on the flanks and waist
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, up to 3 days in hospital

The benefits and recovery times shown are averaged for each technique and given for guidance: the scope of correction and rehabilitation depend on your anatomy and individual features, and the surgeon confirms them at the consultation.

At the consultation the surgeon draws up a plan for your case and explains how your tummy tuck will go.

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Tummy tuck from the inside

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About the clinic

A clinic where you can feel at ease

Modern equipment, comfortable rooms and care for every patient

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Contact us the way that suits you

We will answer your questions and find a convenient time for a consultation

A tummy tuck is not for everyone

If your case can be solved without surgery, the doctor will tell you so at the consultation — and you will not spend money for nothing.

Suitable

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  • Rectus abdominis diastasis
  • Skin folds after weight loss
  • Loose abdominal skin
  • Stretched skin after pregnancy
  • A distorted abdominal contour

Not suitable

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  • Acute infections
  • Severe heart, kidney or liver conditions
  • Clotting disorders of the blood
  • Age under 18
  • Decompensated diabetes
  • Cancer
  • Skin inflammation in the surgical area
  • Pregnancy and nursing

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Message us — the coordinator will ask for your photos in the messenger, and the surgeon will tell you whether a tummy tuck suits you. No surgery booking needed.

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Prices

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before surgery

The price is set at the consultation and fixed in the contract.

Other services

  • First consultationFree
  • Liposuction of the abdomen and flanksfrom $1,700
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Find out your tummy tuck plan and price

The surgeon assesses your abdominal skin and muscles, listens to your wishes and chooses the right correction technique.
The price is set at the consultation and fixed in the contract.

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What the price includes

From preparation for surgery
to post-op check-ups.

  • All scheduled dressings
  • Scheduled post-op check-ups
  • A personal coordinator on call
  • Compression garments fitted on the day of surgery
  • A stay in a comfortable
    hospital ward with meals
  • Individual recommendations
    for recovery
  • Remote progress monitoring
    by photos
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How it works

Three days at the clinic —
from preparation to discharge

An agreed correction plan, inpatient observation and post-op check-ups.

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Consultation
and the surgical plan

The surgeon assesses your abdominal skin and muscles and checks for diastasis, listens to your wishes and chooses the right correction technique.

Paying the deposit by card at the clinic reception2

Booking the date
of surgery

We reserve a surgery date for you: the deposit can be paid by card at the clinic or online by bank transfer. The terms are fixed in the contract for medical services

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Check-up before
surgery

Before surgery you complete a full lab check-up: blood tests, an ECG, a chest X-ray and reports from the required specialists.

The surgical team during the operation4

Surgery

The surgeon performs the tummy tuck with the chosen technique, repairs diastasis if needed and shapes a firmer abdominal contour.

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Inpatient stay

After surgery the patient stays for 1–3 days in a comfortable hospital ward with meals, under medical supervision.

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Recovery

After surgery you get a recovery programme. Check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months help track your recovery.

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Recovery after abdominoplasty

Right after surgery the patient stays in hospital for 1–3 days under medical supervision. Drains are usually removed after two days and stitches after 7 days. A compression binder is worn for 1.5–2 months — it supports the abdominal wall and shapes a smooth contour. Most swelling goes within 30 days; office work resumes after 2–3 weeks. Sports, sauna and heavy lifting are off-limits for 2–3 months; at first, sleeping on your back with knees bent is advised. By 12 months the scar is fully mature: it fades and is barely noticeable.

Post-op check-ups

After 7 days, at 3 months and at 6 months. Until the end of the year, get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense

Advantages

What makes patients choose City Medical Centre

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Just find out — you lose nothing

At the consultation we discuss your wishes and assess your abdominal skin and muscles. The surgeon explains what changes are possible, chooses the correction technique and answers your questions.

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We stay with you after surgery

The surgeon follows your recovery and the changing abdominal contour at check-ups after 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the price of surgery.

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A beautiful contour that fits your figure

We choose the correction technique based on your skin, muscles and figure. Our aim is a harmonious abdominal contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body.

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Your schedule is our priority

We respect your time: we work 24/7, with easy booking and a personal approach — we adapt to your pace.

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Fixed prices

After the consultation the surgeon defines the extent of correction, and you get a clear price for the surgery — no surprises on the way to the result you want.

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Round-the-clock care after surgery

Recovery starts in a comfortable hospital ward under round-the-clock nursing care. The stay and meals are already included in the price.

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Tummy tuck in Zanzibar City step by step

Diastasis is not always part of the picture. Repair is done only when the rectus abdominis muscles are actually separated: the surgeon sees it at the examination and, if in doubt, it is confirmed by ultrasound. When needed, the muscles are brought together during the tummy tuck itself, with no separate procedure. Patients from Zanzibar City learn at the consultation whether their case requires it.

The result comes in stages. First changes show about two weeks after surgery, an interim result is visible at 1.5–2 months and the final contours form at 6–12 months. The scar keeps maturing for up to a year before it fades. Check-ups take place at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months, and until the end of the year a post-surgery consultation for patients from Zanzibar City is at the clinic's expense.

Combining procedures can make the plan more efficient: a tummy tuck with flank and waist liposuction or diastasis repair is done under one anaesthesia with one recovery period. The price for such a combination, as for a standalone operation, is set after a free consultation and fixed in the contract. People in Zanzibar City can book that consultation through the form or any messenger.

Zanzibar City and the decision to have a tummy tuck

Zanzibar City, often simply called Zanzibar, is the largest city on the island of Unguja and sits on its west coast, facing the Indian Ocean. It is also known as Mjini District and belongs to the Mjini Magharibi Region of Tanzania. The district covers 15.4 km2, so daily life is compact: most errands, family visits and work commitments sit within a short distance of each other. In 2022 the district population was 219,007. A decision about surgery here is rarely made alone. Relatives, close friends and neighbours often know about each other's plans, and that shapes how people think about time off, privacy and support at home.

An abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the abdominal wall where that is needed. People in Zanzibar City usually come to the question after pregnancies, after a large weight loss, or when the skin and muscles of the abdomen no longer respond to exercise and diet. The aim is a flatter, firmer abdominal contour, not a change of lifestyle overnight. It helps to approach the idea calmly, to collect your questions in advance and to talk to the surgeon before making any commitment.

City Medical Centre works with residents of Zanzibar City through a free online consultation. Coordinators are available 24/7 on WhatsApp and Telegram, so you can write when it suits you: after the working day, between family obligations, or late in the evening when the house is quiet. Nobody expects you to decide at the first message. The first step is simply to describe your situation, send photographs if the surgeon asks for them and hear what a tummy tuck can and cannot do in your case.

Climate in Zanzibar City and what it means for recovery

The city has a tropical monsoon climate. The average temperature is 26.9 °C, and monthly averages usually stay between 25.1 and 28.8 °C. Annual rainfall averages 1,512 mm. The main rainy season falls between March and May, a smaller one comes in November and December, and the drier months are January and February and then the longer dry stretch from June to October. This matters because the first weeks after a tummy tuck are about calm, controlled conditions: you want to avoid sweating heavily, rubbing and sudden exertion while the tissues settle.

Heat and humidity are the main practical concerns. A compression garment is required after a tummy tuck, because recovery is worse without it: it supports the tissues and reduces swelling. For the first 3–4 weeks it stays on around the clock, then during the daytime for roughly a month more. In a warm, humid city this means planning ahead. Choose soft, loose cotton clothing to wear over the garment, keep the room ventilated or cooled, rest in the shade rather than in direct sun and ask the surgeon how to keep the skin under the garment clean and dry.

The rainy months bring their own considerations: damp air, wet streets and slippery steps at the entrance of a home. Sudden movements and heavy lifting are not allowed for the first 2–3 weeks, so carrying shopping, umbrellas or children in wet conditions should be handed to someone else. Many patients prefer to arrange the operation so that the hardest weeks of recovery fall in a period when they can stay indoors comfortably, whichever season that is for them.

Choosing the season for surgery in Zanzibar City

There is no single correct month. The drier stretch from June to October and the shorter dry period in January and February offer steadier weather, which makes quiet walks at home and visits to check-ups easier. The rainy months are not a barrier, but they ask for more care with footwear, transport and keeping the garment dry. Whichever season you choose, the decision should follow your own calendar: work deadlines, school terms, family events and the availability of someone to help you at home.

Think about the sun as well. Tanning beds are out for at least a month after a tummy tuck, and the same caution applies to strong natural sun on fresh scars. In a coastal city with bright light most of the year, plan to keep the abdomen covered and ask your surgeon how to protect the scar as it matures. The final result and scar are assessed at 6–12 months, so it is worth thinking about how you will look after the skin during that whole period, not just in the first weeks.

Preparation also fits into the calendar. Smoking, alcohol and medicines that affect blood clotting must be stopped 7–10 days before the operation, and the pre-surgery tests usually stay valid for 10–14 days. So the sequence is: online consultation, the list of tests from the surgeon, completing the tests locally, and only then fixing the date. Your coordinator can help you keep these steps in the right order so that nothing expires before the operation.

Daily life, work and study during recovery

Zanzibar City combines the old quarters of Stone Town with the larger, more modern area of Ng'ambo, where office buildings and apartment blocks stand. Residents of both parts have different routines: some work in offices, some in shops, in tourism-related services, in schools or from home. The return to work depends on the kind of job. After 2–3 weeks you can do office work. Jobs that involve lifting, long standing, walking in the heat or carrying loads need a longer pause, and the surgeon should be asked about your specific duties.

Students and teachers should think about the school calendar and exam periods. A tummy tuck is not an emergency, so it can be placed between terms or after exams. If you study, plan to rest at home for the first weeks and read or work on a laptop in a comfortable position rather than sitting for long hours in a crowded classroom. If you care for children, arrange help in advance, because lifting a child counts as heavy lifting and sudden movement, which you must avoid for the first 2–3 weeks.

Flats in the apartment blocks of Ng'ambo may involve stairs, and the narrow lanes of Stone Town can be uneven. Before the operation, tidy the home so that everything you need is at waist height, prepare a comfortable place to sleep and rest, and ask a relative to be around for the first days after discharge. These small preparations make the first weeks calmer and help you follow the surgeon's rules without stress.

Food culture, family events and the rules after surgery

Food is central to social life in Zanzibar City: family meals, gatherings with neighbours, celebrations and the evening hours when people gather to eat and talk. After a tummy tuck, these occasions do not disappear, but you will take part differently for a while. Alcohol and smoking are out for at least a month. Large, heavy meals are uncomfortable when the abdomen is swollen and tight, so smaller portions and simple food are easier. Ask the surgeon and the hospital team for dietary advice that suits your own health.

Think about the events in your calendar. Weddings, religious celebrations and family reunions often involve long hours of standing, cooking, serving guests and carrying dishes. During the first 2–3 weeks you should avoid physical exertion, heavy lifting and sudden movements, so cooking for a crowd or helping to carry large pots is not for you. Tell relatives in advance that you will be resting, and let others take over. Most families understand when the reason is a medical operation.

Sport and active leisure return gradually. Sauna, steam bath, pool and tanning beds are out for at least a month, which also covers swimming in a pool. Sport is resumed only with the surgeon's approval, and compression garments are worn for another 4–8 weeks. Since Zanzibar City lies on the coast, many people enjoy sea swimming and beach walks. Do not go back to the water or the beach by your own decision; ask the surgeon at a check-up when it is appropriate for you.

Weight, health and who is a candidate

A tummy tuck is not a method of losing weight. It is a contouring operation for people whose weight is reasonably stable and whose main concern is loose skin, fat or weakened abdominal muscles. Global health guidance on overweight and obesity stresses that excess weight affects general health, and that is one reason the surgeon will look at your overall condition before agreeing to surgery. If you plan to lose more weight or to have another pregnancy, say so during the consultation, because it can change the timing.

You must be at least 18, with no contraindications. There is no upper age limit; at the centre each case is considered individually, after an examination and health assessment. Conditions that raise concern include problems with blood clotting, serious heart or lung disease, active infection and smoking that cannot be stopped. These are general principles, and the final decision belongs to the surgeon after reviewing your tests.

Preparation is a must. The pre-surgery check-up covers blood tests, ECG, leg vein ultrasound and consultations with a GP and an anaesthetist. The list is identical for all patients: blood and urine tests, coagulation panel, biochemistry, infection tests, ECG, chest X-ray, ultrasound of the leg veins and a GP's report. The exact list comes from the surgeon at the consultation. Get it done in advance, not the day before, and keep the results organised so that they can be sent to the coordinator.

How the remote consultation works from Zanzibar City

You do not need to leave home to start. Write to the coordinators on WhatsApp or Telegram; they are available 24/7, so the time of day does not matter. You will be asked for basic information: age, height and weight, previous operations, pregnancies, chronic conditions, medicines you take and your main wishes. Photographs of the abdomen, taken in good light and following the instructions you receive, help the surgeon form a first impression.

In the online consultation the surgeon explains whether a classic tummy tuck or a mini tummy tuck is more suitable, what the scar will look like in general terms, and what the recovery programme involves. This is the moment to ask about your job, your family duties and the climate you live in. The centre works with easy booking and a personal approach, adapting to your pace. You can ask for another conversation, include a relative in the discussion or take time to think.

After the consultation you get the list of tests, which you can complete locally, and a clear explanation of preparation. If you decide to go ahead, the coordinator guides you through the next steps. Throughout, the information you receive is tailored to your own situation, not copied from a general leaflet, and the surgeon who follows you remains the contact for medical questions.

Surgery, hospital stay and the recovery timeline

The operation is carried out under general anaesthesia, with up to 3 days in hospital. A classic tummy tuck means 1–3 days under medical supervision; for a mini tummy tuck, one day is usually enough. After surgery the patient stays in a comfortable hospital ward with meals, under medical supervision. At home recovery continues, and the surgeon monitors it at scheduled check-ups. Tell your family in Zanzibar City how long you will be away from home so that daily responsibilities are covered.

After surgery you get a recovery programme. Check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months help track your recovery; the surgeon follows the changing abdominal contour at each of them. Checks, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the cost of the operation. Until the end of the year you can also get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense.

Three milestones mark recovery. After 2–3 weeks you can do office work. By 1.5–2 months swelling and tightness pass. At 6–12 months, with the tissues fully adapted, the final result and the scar are assessed. The first changes appear 2 weeks after surgery as the main swelling subsides, followed by the interim result at 1.5–2 months and the final contours at 6–12 months. Patience is part of the process, and the humid climate of the coast is not a reason to rush.

Two parts of one city: Stone Town and Ng'ambo in your planning

Zanzibar City has two main parts, Stone Town and Ng'ambo, the name meaning The Other Side. Stone Town is the historical core, a former sultanate capital that was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Ng'ambo is the much larger, modern area that grew around it, with office buildings and large apartment blocks such as those of the Michenzani neighbourhood. A patient planning a tummy tuck will think differently depending on where she lives, because the home itself is part of the recovery plan.

In an old Stone Town house, narrow lanes and uneven surfaces make the first walks after discharge slower, and short, slow steps around the house are more realistic than any outing. In an apartment block of Ng'ambo, the question is stairs and whether a lift works, since you will move carefully and cannot grab a handrail with a sudden pull. Describe your home to the coordinator in the first conversation; the surgeon can then give advice that fits your actual living space.

The two districts also differ in how families live. Many households include several generations under one roof, which can be an advantage: someone is nearly always at home to help with meals, the children and the dressings routine. Agree on roles before the operation, so that each relative knows what to take over and for how long.

Privacy, family opinion and talking about surgery

In a compact city of 15.4 km2, news travels quickly, and some women prefer to keep a cosmetic operation private. Others are happy to share it with close family. Both choices are reasonable. Think in advance about who needs to know: the person who will help you at home, your employer or school if you need time away, and perhaps one trusted friend who can answer the door and the phone while you rest.

If relatives have doubts, a calm conversation helps more than an argument. Explain that a tummy tuck is a planned medical operation performed under general anaesthesia, with preparation, a hospital stay under supervision and scheduled check-ups. Offer to share the information you received during the free online consultation. Some husbands and wives, mothers and sisters like to join the conversation with the surgeon; this is possible, and it often makes the practical arrangements at home easier.

Do not let anyone pressure you in either direction. The decision is yours, taken with the surgeon after an examination and health assessment. If you feel unsure, take more time. The coordinators work around the clock, 24/7, and nothing obliges you to answer quickly.

Coastal life: sea, sun and humid weather after the operation

The city faces the Indian Ocean, and the sea is part of everyday leisure. After a tummy tuck, however, the sea and pool are off the list for at least a month, along with sauna, steam bath and tanning beds. Even after that, return to swimming only when the surgeon agrees at a check-up. Salt, sun and crowded beaches are not good companions for fresh scars and a tight abdomen.

With temperatures that usually stay between 25.1 and 28.8 °C, sweating is part of ordinary life. Under a compression garment worn around the clock for the first 3–4 weeks, skin care needs attention. Ask the surgeon how to wash, how to dry the skin and which fabrics to wear against it. Light cotton dresses and loose shirts cover the garment without adding heat, and a fan or cooled room helps you rest through the warmest part of the day.

A hat or umbrella is useful on short walks, but the main rule is to avoid sudden movements and heavy lifting for the first 2–3 weeks. Choose quiet times for short walks, keep to shaded paths and turn back at the first sign of tiredness. Light walking is a normal part of recovery, but never force it in the heat.

Questions to ask the surgeon

Prepare your list before the online consultation. Ask which type of tummy tuck suits your abdomen and why, what the scar will look like and where it will lie, whether the abdominal muscles need tightening, how long you will stay in hospital and what the recovery programme includes. Ask what you must stop before the operation, and when. Smoking, alcohol and medicines that affect blood clotting have to be stopped 7–10 days before.

Ask practical questions linked to life in Zanzibar City: how to manage the compression garment in warm, humid weather, how to protect the scar from strong sun, when you can return to sea swimming and walks on the beach, what to do if you notice unusual swelling or redness, and how to reach the coordinators at night. Ask what you should do if the rainy season makes it hard to get to a local doctor for a general check.

Finally, ask about your own work and family. If you carry children, cook for many people or work on your feet, describe this clearly. The surgeon can then tell you when it is reasonable to take these tasks up again. Remember that the rules after a tummy tuck are the same for everyone: no physical exertion, heavy lifting or sudden movements for the first 2–3 weeks, and sport resumed only with the surgeon's approval.

Can I have a consultation about a tummy tuck while living in Zanzibar City?

Yes. The consultation is free and online. You write to the coordinators on WhatsApp or Telegram, available 24/7, send the information and photographs the surgeon asks for, and then speak with the surgeon about your options.

How long will I stay in hospital?

A classic tummy tuck means 1–3 days under medical supervision, in a comfortable ward with meals. For a mini tummy tuck, one day is usually enough. The operation is done under general anaesthesia, with up to 3 days in hospital at most.

When can I go back to work?

You can do office work after 2–3 weeks. For physically demanding work, ask the surgeon, because for the first 2–3 weeks physical exertion, heavy lifting and sudden movements are not allowed.

Is the compression garment really necessary in a hot climate?

Yes, it is a requirement. Recovery is worse without it because it supports the tissues and reduces swelling. The first 3–4 weeks it stays on around the clock, then during the daytime for roughly a month more. Your operating surgeon will name the exact period. Soft cotton clothing and a cool room make it easier to tolerate in the coastal weather.

When can I swim in the sea or a pool?

Sauna, steam bath, pool, tanning beds, alcohol and smoking are out for at least a month. Sport is resumed gradually with the surgeon's approval only. Ask the surgeon at a check-up before returning to sea swimming.

What tests do I need before surgery?

The list is the same for everyone: blood and urine tests, coagulation panel, biochemistry, infection tests, ECG, chest X-ray, ultrasound of the leg veins and a GP's report. The exact list comes from the surgeon at the consultation, and tests usually stay valid for 10–14 days. Get them done in advance, not the day before.

Who can have a tummy tuck?

You must be at least 18, with no contraindications. There is no upper age limit; each case is considered individually after an examination and health assessment.

When will I see the result?

The first changes appear 2 weeks after surgery as the main swelling subsides. The interim result comes at 1.5–2 months and the final contours at 6–12 months, when the final result and scar are assessed.

What follow-up care is included?

You get a recovery programme with check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the cost of the operation, and until the end of the year you can have a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon, at the clinic's expense.

I live in Stone Town. Does the old city change anything about recovery?

It changes the practical side. Narrow lanes and uneven surfaces mean short, slow walks near home in the first weeks, and no sudden movements or heavy lifting for 2–3 weeks. Tell the coordinator about your home so the surgeon can give fitting advice.

I live in an apartment block in Ng'ambo. What should I prepare?

Think about stairs and whether a lift works, tidy the home so that essentials are at waist height, and arrange a relative to stay with you in the first days after discharge. Avoid carrying shopping or children for the first 2–3 weeks.

Can a family member join the online consultation?

Yes. Many patients invite a husband, wife, mother or sister to the conversation with the surgeon. It helps to agree on who will help at home, and the coordinators on WhatsApp and Telegram, available 24/7, can arrange it with you.