Fuller Butz: A Behind the Scenes Plastic Surgery Podcast
Plastic Surgeons Dr. Sam Fuller and Dr. Dan Butz discuss a wide range of topics within plastic surgery, adding insight, detail, and humor to a captivating field in medicine. Join their conversation as they highlight advice, myths, facts, and everything you need to know about tummy tucks, breast augmentation, liposuction, and more! Included in the podcast are conversations spanning plastic surgery, such as botox, fillers, celebrity plastic surgery, mommy makeovers, breast lift, breast reduction, drainless tummy tucks, arm lifts, thigh lifts, hand surgery, carpal tunnel syndrome, facelift, neck lift, laser, technology and innovation, team members within plastic surgery, office-based surgery, skin cancer, wound care, postop recovery, weight loss surgery, body transformations, before and afters, and fun-filled topics!
Dr. Fuller attended undergrad at the University of Notre Dame, medical school at the University of Chicago, then completed a 6-year Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center, training with world-renowned plastic and cosmetic surgeons.
Dr. Fuller focuses his aesthetic practice on body contouring, including breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, along with many other procedures. He offers detailed consultations and creates a unique approach to body contouring for each patient. Dr. Fuller also has a robust hand surgery practice, treating conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow injuries and more!
Dr. Butz is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a focus on body and breast surgery. His philosophy on confidence and beauty provides patients with comfort in their journey while achieving breathtaking results.
Dr. Butz is one of the first in the nation to offer a unique technology to deliver impressive results with minimal downtime. He is the only surgeon in Wisconsin to offer a drainless tummy tuck procedure among many other advanced techniques. As part owner of Quintessa, Dr. Butz recognizes the importance of a complete line of surgical and non-surgical treatment options for his patients. He takes the time to educate on all options to treat concerns including surgical solutions, and non-invasive body contouring with CoolSculpting Elite, CoolTone, and EmSculpt.
Links:
https://samfullerplasticsurgery.com/
https://myquintessa.com/staff/dr-daniel-butz/
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Fuller Butz: A Behind the Scenes Plastic Surgery Podcast
The OR Diaries: What Really Happens on Surgery Days
In this insightful episode of Fuller Butz: A Behind the Scenes Plastic Surgery Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Sam Fuller and Dr. Daniel Butz walk listeners through the full experience of a typical surgery day. Whether you're a prospective patient preparing for your own procedure or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes, this episode offers a clear and informative guide to the surgical process.
Dr. Fuller and Dr. Butz begin by breaking down the essential steps patients should take before arriving at the surgery center. From fasting requirements to recommended attire, they provide practical tips to ensure patients feel confident and prepared when they walk through the doors. They also discuss the check-in process, where patients are greeted by the front desk staff who ensure all paperwork is complete and everything is ready for the day ahead.
Once checked in, patients are escorted to the preoperative room, where vital steps like IV placement, medical review, and surgical site markings take place. Dr. Fuller and Dr. Butz describe how these markings are crucial for ensuring precision and achieving the best outcomes. They also shed light on the conversations that take place during this time, including final questions from patients and guidance from the anesthesia team.
In the operating room itself, listeners get an inside look at the coordinated teamwork that ensures every procedure runs smoothly. Dr. Fuller and Dr. Butz explain the distinct yet equally important roles of the circulating nurse and the scrub nurse. The circulating nurse manages everything outside the sterile field, from ensuring the right instruments are available to documenting key surgical details. Meanwhile, the scrub nurse works directly alongside the surgeons, preparing instruments and maintaining the sterile field.
The episode also highlights the vital role of the anesthesia provider, who monitors the patient’s vital signs and ensures comfort throughout the procedure. Dr. Fuller and Dr. Butz discuss the trust and teamwork required among all staff members to keep the surgical environment safe and efficient.
Finally, the episode wraps up with an overview of the recovery process. Recovery room nurses are the unsung heroes in this phase, closely monitoring patients as they wake up from anesthesia, ensuring their comfort, and addressing any immediate needs. Dr. Fuller and Dr. Butz offer insights on what patients can expect during this recovery period, from pain management to discharge instructions.
Whether you're a patient gearing up for surgery or just someone fascinated by the surgical world, this episode of Fuller Butz offers an informative and reassuring look at what to expect. Tune in to learn how a well-orchestrated surgical day ensures safety, comfort, and successful outcomes.
