Initial Consultation with Seattle Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Lisa Lynn Sowder

I try very, very hard to stay on schedule and you probably won’t have more than a few minutes to enjoy our amazing view of the downtown Seattle skyline. This initial consultation is a fact-finding mission and a get-to-know-you session. We will discuss your concerns and expectations, review your medical history and and examine your area of concern. We will discuss your options and your expected recovery time and ultimate results.

One reason I love being a Seattle plastic surgeon is that most of my patients come in very informed about the plastic surgery procedure they are interested in. It makes my job of providing an education about the various procedures easy!

If you are contemplating breast implant surgery, you will “try on” some implants to get an idea of what size will best enhance your figure. It’s a good idea to bring a form fitting t-shirt.

I will answer any questions you may have about the procedure and will provide you with an information packet that contains brochures, consent forms, and pre and postoperative instructions.

Thanks to many, many helpful patients who are willing to share their experience with others, I have a wide variety of before and after photos of patients on whom I have operated. A picture truly is worth a bazillion words. I can almost always find a patient with similar anatomy and age to any given patient. None of my photos are altered in any way. It’s always nice for a prospective patient to say; “Oh, that looks great. When can I get on the schedule?” But it’s also important for me to point out some of the realities of surgery such as scars or the limitations posed by skin quality or age.

You will also meet with my Patient Care Coordinator who can go over the costs of surgery, financing options and if you desire, schedule your surgery and your preoperative visit.

Feel free to bring your spouse or a friend to this consultation. Those who care about you may have questions and concerns of their own.