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Ralph W. Bashioum MD, FACS
Bashioum Cosmetic Surgery Center
445 Lake Street
Wayzata, MN 55391
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Just like some of the other bloggers, a large part of my initial decision to go with Dr.Bashioum was having the option to use IV sedation instead of general anesthesia. In addition to this, a few of Dr. Bashioum’s staff members were also previous patients of his and had had the surgery I was considering–bleph or eyelid surgery. It says a lot about a doctor when the staff consists of satisfied patients. Dr. Bashioum also had the “decades” of experience that I was looking for in a surgeon. The whole experience from consultation to final result was really great. I was treated respectfully, professionally, and compassionately at every step in the process and by every staff member I encountered. I was surprised and pleased by all the complimentary after care as well–I was even given Dr. Bashioum’s home phone number! The experience was so good that I got braver and returned the following year (2011) for a facelift. Once again the whole plastic surgery experience was fantastic. My son got married this year (2012) and all of the out-of-state family members that I hadn’t seen in years kept saying how I looked the same age as my cousins who are several years younger than I am. I am very happy I did this for myself, and very pleased with the Bashioum Cosmetic Surgery Center.
My new bffs (my breasts) turned 1 yr old in Jan! I have to say it was THE BEST experience not only do they look natural but they are the breasts I have always dreamed I would have. My now fiancé whom was against plastic surgery, now one could say he has turned into a bit of a connoisseur. I cannot say enough about the surgery room staff–the nurse was calm and nurturing upon my awakening. I would also like to thank the anesthesiologist, not sure his name, who gently rubbed my arm to calm me as I fell into my beauty slumber. Since my experience I have shared my little secret, whom we like to call Dr. B, with 4 of my other girlfriends who are equally as thrilled. This month to celebrate my own birthday I received Botox. In usual fashion Dr. Bashioum and Sandy told me I didn’t need it but they were also kind in recommending a natural amount to diminish my first “line.” The procedure was quick with minimal discomfort and I can now say my forehead is smooth and flawless. I know at some point I will embrace those wrinkles and lines but for now I like to look like I have defied the years:) I will be Dr. B’s patient for as long as he is practicing and will continue to share my splendid experience with others. If anyone wants Botox he is a delight! Dr. Bashioum is not some cheesy money hungry doc– he is an honest, sincere and genuine man. After searching around for the best– that is certainly what I found in him!
Thanks to Dr. Bashioum and his team I feel much more confident about my nose!! I told him what I wanted and he did exactly what he said he would to fix what bothered me. I am now five weeks out and am loving the results. I am going to recommend him to my mom for her surgery, also any family and friends! Thanks for your support!!
I just left my 6 week follow up appointment with Dr Bashioum, after having saline implants inserted. Like many women, I have wanted to have this surgery for years. After recently getting my body back in order after children, I decided to go ahead. I did a lot of my initial research online and spoke to a few women who had already undergone the procedure. I then started consultations. I went to a few different practices in the metro, but after my consultation in the Bashioum Center, I cancelled my other appointments.
The staff was welcoming and helpful throughout the process. Being in the medical field myself, I am more observant (and critical) of the patient experience, and I could not have been more pleased with my experience. The staff kept me well informed and made me feel comfortable to call with any questions or concerns. I was assisted with sizing and encouraged to size again closer to the surgery day to ensure the selection was right.
The day of surgery was calm and well organized. My Mother was with me, and although she does not thrive in a medical setting, she too was made to feel very comfortable. The surgery and recover went well. I was soon home and in less pain than I had anticipated. The follow up phone calls on the first night and day after were much appreciated.
I had no trouble during my recovery. I was nervous about the restrictions because I have two young children. But the staff prepared me for what my limitation would be, and I was able to have help in place. I am one of the lucky girls who seems to have picked the right size, because I was alarmed at the size when there was a lot of swelling. Everything has calmed down nicely and I could not be happier. I now feel like I have the thing that has been missing for so long – I am now the person I was meant to be. I am glad that I selected Dr Bashioum and would recommened him to my family or friends.
First, I want to extend a big thank you to the entire staff at the Bashioum Plastic Surgery Center. I am one to do a lot of research before making a big decision. I must admit that prior to being referred from a friend to Dr. Bashioum, I did consult several plastic surgeon offices in the metro area. But after meeting the entire team at Dr. Bashioum’s office, I knew my searching was over.
The experience I had from the start to finish was wonderful. It started with Becky, who always greeted me so pleasantly and professionally, then nurse Jennifer who was so wonderful answering all my questions so honestly. Sandy did my final consultation and was so excited for me, and of course Dr. Bashioum who is a top- notch surgeon.
This was a very big and personal decision for me. I wanted to choose the best! I was concerned with having plastic surgery, because I do work full-time and have two small children. Knowing that I had strong support at home and help from my husband was important for my successful recovery. My breast augmentation procedure was actually completed three weeks ago and I could not be more pleased with the results. The recovery was much easier then I mentally prepared myself for and I am now back to my normal routine with no restrictions.
Every time I went to the office, there was no wait time and everyone treated me with the utmost respect. Based on my own experience and research within the industry, I would highly recommend Dr. Bashioum to anyone interested in plastic surgery. I know I made the right decision. Thank you again to everyone at the Bashioum Plastic Surgery Center.
I had breast enlargement surgery about 6 months ago and I am SO pleased with the results. I love the shape, size, placement – i love everything about the way they look. I’m so happy that Dr. B did my surgery. Thank you!!!!
I had my first breast enlargement with Dr. Bashioum approximately ten years ago. As I am coming up on age 50, I decided to have a second enlargement for a little extra confidence. Initially, I was going to “shop around” but as soon as I was in the office for my consultation I was reminded immediately of how caring the staff is and how comforting Dr. Bashioum is with any and all concerns. The decision to have Dr. Bashioum perform my second surgery was a very easy one. My surgery was done two months ago. The entire experience was pleasant and everything went as planned. And yes, I am very pleased with the results and would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Bashioum to family and friends. Hats off to you and your team of professionals!
I’m a 39 year old mother of two who is now 7 weeks post breast augmentation surgery. I have absolutely no regrets and would do again in a heart beat. Dr. Bashioum and his staff were terrific! From day one, I felt extremely comfortable with them. They are honest, organized and professional. I was surprised how minimal the pain and recovery was and realize this is not the case with other doctors from other friends who have had the procedure. I highly, highly recommend Dr. Bashioum to anyone interested in breast augmentation. My results are so natural and I feel great about the way I look!!!
I’m a 37 year old mother of three who is now one week post breast augmentation surgery. I am SO HAPPY I did this!! First, the recovery has been very manageable and better than expected. I didn’t even use narcotic pain meds. Second, although I still have some swelling, I already love my new breasts and my new shape. It has been very fun trying on clothes that just didn’t fit my flat chest before. Can’t wait to go bra shopping! Third, I couldn’t imagine having this done anywhere other than at Dr. Bashioum’s surgery center. He and his staff were incredibly professional and they made me feel so at ease. I really appreciated that Dr. Bashioum called me himself the night after my surgery. They really do care. I would recommend Dr. Bashioum to my friends, my family…to anyone!! Again, I am SO HAPPY I did this and SO HAPPY with my results!! Thanks Dr. Bashioum and staff!
I am 32 years old and I am 4 weeks post breast augmentation surgery. I have actually been thinking about getting this surgery for years and after having 2 kids and after getting in shape following my pregnancies, I had gone down to a 34A with no fullness left. I never bought a bra or swimsuit without padding and I felt I was very limited on clothing styles. When I decided on my implant size, my first thought was “Oh, I have a waist!” The surgery was simple and the slight pain and discomfort I experienced was similar to nursing. Completely worth it.
Dr. Bashioum and his staff were so helpful and great to work with. I have already recommended several of my friends to his clinic. I am grateful and so happy with my results! Thank you so much!
Thank you for your kind comments. We will share your experience with our readers as a 2-part blog later this week.
Breast Augmentation a week ago. 20 years of embarrassment and low self-esteem are OVER! And it only took an hour to fix! How ironic is that! How does it feel? Amazing! Painful? Not at all. I’d say it’s more painful to start nursing a baby. Affordable – absolutely! Not all the women know that financing is available, and credit cards are accepted. Drove on the second day after the surgery, did clothes shopping on the third and fourth, back to work on the sixth! I am a new woman. The shape and size are already perfect, and they said it’ll get even better within a few months.
Dr.Bashioum, you are wonderful. Thank you for all your compassion to women and their problems (men too, I am sure). God does miracles with your hands. Your staff are all angels. Very beautiful and helpful! Expect my friends soon. I had to be the first one for them to see the results. I’ll highly recommend your clinic to everybody who asked me who did such a wonderful job and made my body absolutely perfect! Ten million thanks!
Natalya
I just returned from my 6 month checkup following a breast augmentation I had in September, which reminded me I had intended to post something on the blog since it was such a tremendous help to me when I started exploring this procedure! Everything you have read regarding Dr. Bashioum and his staff here is true; they absolutely treat each patient with the utmost respect, courtesy, patience and class. I am always greeted with a smile and first name basis whether on the phone or in person. If you are searching for the right place to have your surgery done, look no more! Bashioum sets the bar for quality of care and attention through a process that is equally exciting as it can be scary. There are many decisions to be made through this process, and Dr. Bashioum’s staff, as well as this blog, were a tremendous help at helping me find answers to those decisions.
A few things I really wanted to contribute that might help other women at the beginning of this process is with the question of ‘how big?’ This dilemma really weighed on my mind at the beginning. I did a lot of homework prior to walking in for a consult with Dr. Bashioum, and the most common complaint that I always found was that they wished they would have chosen a bigger implant. I knew I was in a position to prevent this, so I was taking all my options into consideration very seriously. This is especially where the patience and courtesy of Dr. Bashoum’s staff was tested! I must have come back at least 3 times to try on sizers. They were always so helpful & understanding.
The absolute best advice I can give is to bring a camera when you are trying on the sizers. Take pictures of the implant you think you are most comfortable with, but then go up 25-50 cc’s at least 3-4 times, taking pictures of those sizes. The photos were what really helped me come to my final decision, which was actually 150 cc’s MORE than what my husband & I thought would be the perfect size on our first visit for sizings! I was very small to begin with (small 34A), I decided on 500 cc in my left and 475 in my right, which brought me to a size very proportionate to my body type and a 34DD bra.
My other piece of advice that I would like to contribute would is to remember that your implants will take at least 3-6 months to fully settle into place. They do look just fine in those first few months, but are more round at the top and sit a little high as your body adjusts and makes room for the extra ’tissue’! I personally am happy that my surgery was in Sept. and I recovered through the winter to allow for the perfect result just in time for summer! I CANNOT wait to show them off in the new bikini’s I purchased from Victoria’s Secret!!
Ultimately, it goes without saying that I am extremely happy with my final result and look forward to visiting Dr. Bashioum again for other services that I am considering as I continue to age
Thank you!
I am just over 6 weeks out from having breast augmentation (implants) and not only am I so happy with my results, I had a wonderful experience with the whole surgery procedure. Everyone at Dr. B’s office is so nice and friendly, even the morning of my surgery I felt completely at ease. I’d recommend Dr. Bashioum to anyone who is considering plastic surgery!!
I am about six weeks out now from having a minor facelift (I say “minor” because I just wanted the corners of my mouth to quit turning down) and I love the results! It is all very natural; I just look “refreshed,” as Dr. Bashioum said I would. No one has asked me what I did to my face or why I look different; they just say things like, “your skin looks so good” or “you look so pretty today.” Perfect! I am very happy with my results and the level of customer care at Bashioum.
I believe that natural results which make you look refreshed are the best. Artificial or plastic results are less than perfect in my eye. I am pleased your friends appreciate your new “skin tone.” Thank you for your kind remarks, it is always a pleasure to share these comments with my staff.
I just wanted to take the time to THANK Dr. Bashioum and his fantastic, caring staff for a great experience in getting a recent breast lift and augmentation. With the after effects of breast feeding and growing older, my breasts were saggy and felt like udders.
It is now 2 1/2 weeks after surgery and I am so happy with the results and the whole experience. It is amazing to be able to see the part of my body that was hidden by my saggy breasts – I have a new body shape that is slimming, my breasts are lighter and stay in place where they are supposed to be!
I was very nervous about what the pain would be like after the surgery and was pleasantly surprised – I only had to ice my chest for 24 hours and there was very little pain – just pressure and tightness, but each day it lessens and I have more and more mobility.
I highly recommend Dr.Bashioum and his team for anyone thinking about cosmetic surgery. They are extremely responsive to all the questions and when I asked and called with my many, many questions, they never made me feel like I was bothering them – they actually welcomed my questions and calls.
Dr. Bashioum and team, I truly appreciate your time, effort and care to ensure I had a great experience. THANK YOU!!!
Dear Shannon,
Thank you for your very kind comments. It is so gratifying to hear from our patients and we appreciate that you took time to share your story. Many of my patients present with similar body changes following pregnancy. We are happy to have helped you look and live well.
Two years ago I had a breast augmentation completed by Dr. Bashioum. I was very hesitant and uncertain of size, procedures, etc. The entire staff immediately put my mind at ease and I couldn’t be happier with the results. This year I decided to have liposuction on my upper and lower abdomen and flanks. I work out faithfully, but there were certain areas that I could not get tone. The procedure was flawless and I couldn’t be happier. I feel like I have my shape back prior to having my three children. Botox every six months is a life saver and keeps my face looking fresh and vibrant. I would recommend Dr. Bashioum and his unbelieveable staff to anyone who is considering a little nip or tuck.
I recently had Dr Bashioum “redo” a breast augmentation I had done 23 years ago. I had originally planned to have them removed but I am very glad I changed my mind and had new saline implants put in. These look and feel better than my previous implants. I’m very happy and really glad about my decision. I would like to say “Thank you” to Dr. Bashioum and whole team of people at your office. I’ve never met such kind and concerned wonderful people. I had a very smooth and easy experience with great results. Thank you all for the help, kindness and just all around great experience. Hugs to you all. D.
I had a breast enhancement done..and believe me it was worth every penny. I could not be happier with my result..not only does it look 100 times better but I have so much more confidence in myself. I love it and if I wanted anything else done this is the Dr. I definately am turning to. My friends have had stuff done by him to and he really does an amazing job. and the staff there are unbelievably helpful with anything and everything to..Thank you for the best result ever
I recently had a facelift and chin implant replacement. Basically, this was a fix of poor work done elsewhere where too big of a implant was used and with very little possitive results.
I couldn’t be happier with the work done by Dr Bashioum!! even with a little swelling left, i see huge of improvements in my looks. All doctors are NOT the same. I would recommend Dr Bashioum without hesitation!!!!!!!!
thank you!
Back in Nov 2009, I looked in the mirror and hated the way I looked. So I decided it was time for a lifestyle change. 85lbs lighter, 10 dress sizes smaller, and 2 bra sizes smaller. WHAT!!! I couldnt believe it. All that hard work and I lost my favorite asset. Thats when I started considering breast implants. I researched and researched untill finally a coworker and friend of mine told me she had it done 10yrs ago by Dr. Bashioum. She even showed me her 10yr old results and they still looked as perky as could be. In June I called to schedule a consultation. I talked to Dr. Bashioum about a possible lift with the implants because of the loss in volume from the weight loss. (They looked like a sock with a bar of soap just hanging there)
We did have the first surgery scheduled July. I got cold feet the week before surgery and called and canceled. I was just so terrified of the lift. I didnt do enough research on it to go through with it. All the staff at Dr Bashioum’s office were so understanding and told me that if I decided to go through with it to make sure to consider them again. That right there meant alot to me. So again, after tons and tons of research I decided to give it another try. I scheduled my surgery for Sept 20th. We decided to just go with the implants this time. And if 6 months or longer down the road I decide to get the lift it can be done. This is the first surgery I have ever had so I was worried and excited at the same time. The day of surgery I was so relaxed. They make you feel so comfortable. And within a little bit of arriving I walked into the opperating room layed down on the table, and before you knew it I was awake and in the wheel chair recovering from surgery. Not much pain at all. I just mainly felt pressure. It felt like an elephant was sitting on my chest.It has been 10 days since my Breast Augmentation. They still have swolling on top but I love them. I have my big girl boobs again. I feel I’ve gotten that confidence back. Dr. Bashioum, You are amazing at what you do!!! Im am so greatful I went to Bashioum Cosmetic Surgery Center. Its changed my life. THANK YOU.
Sara,
Thank you for your very kind comments. We enjoy hearing from our patients and are so pleased that you are continuing to be happy with your experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on our Nipntuck Blog.
Hi! I had a breast lift done under local anesthesia and iv sedation on August 2nd. I am SO happy with the results and love Dr. Bashioum and his staff. Everyone was there to answer questions, even Dr. Bashioum was available to talk to all hours of the day or night. The top reason I went with Dr. Bashioum was because he was willing and able to do the procedure under iv sedation rather than general anesthesia. I have bad anxiety and was scared of going under, although now I wouldnt be afraid of general because it was SO EASY! The nurse anesthetist made me feel calm and at ease with the whole process, I was even talking during surgery but felt no pain whatsoever. (By the way, whatever was in my IV was WONDERFUL!) It seemed literally like minutes before I was done and on my way home. Thank you so much for bringing back my self confidence! I can wear sexy pjs, cute bathing suits, and I don’t even have to wear a bra anymore….AMAZING!!!!
I had a wonderful experience with a breast augmentation done by Dr Bashioum2 1/2 years ago.His staff was very professional and made me feel very comfortable as did he.
My obgyn recommended him as he had seen some of the results and thought he was the best Dr for the procedure.He was right! The results are Very natural and undetectable…
My daughter is thinking about having the procedure done in the future and I would have no reservations sending her to him!!Thank you to you and your staff for a wonderful experience!
It is always good to hear the results fulfilled your expectations. Thank you!
I am fortunate to have a number of OBGYN physicians refer patients to my office. It is flattering to have peers respect your work.
We look forward to seeing your daughter when the time is right for her.
Am looking into zerona treatments….does Dr Baschiom do this procedure?
As you know, Zerona laser treatments claim to melt fat with external laser light. Certainly this might be a choice for you but my past experience with non surgical treatments is that they rely heavily on weight loss to get the “best result.” Liposuction on the other hand gives a consistent result with a single treatment. Interestingly, you might find liposuction is less expensive than a series of Zerona treatments. Please consider coming in for a complimentary consultation to discuss all your options.
Hello,
Recent studies have shown that depression can actually lead to obesity in adolescent youth through raised stress hormones. With a very recent, hefty 6 million dollar donation from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, The Cornell Center for Behavior Intervention Development has begin its approach at striking down obesity in our youth, including minorities.
As a representative of MetropolitanMD, I’d like to submit a guest post to http://nipntuck.wordpress.com/, to perhaps discuss the topic at hand, and go over a few possible solutions, alternative to just liposuction and surgery.
Please, take a minute to consider this and get back to me at your earliest; it would be a pleasure to contribute!
Kindly,
Rachelle
Dear Rachelle,
Thank you for contacting us regarding a Guest Post. We will send you the details for submitting to Nipntuck Blog and look forward to hearing back from you.