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EPISODE · Nov 19, 2025 · 11 MIN

92. Surgery Journey: Why I Chose Plastic Surgery

from What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison · host Allison Smith, FNP-BC, IFMCP

My Elective Surgery Journey: Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift, and Thigh Lift Details   It’s me, Allison, your crunchy gut health mama! Tune into this episode as I share my journey through elective surgery, including a full abdominoplasty with diastasis recti repairs, a breast lift, and a thigh lift. In this episode [and the following], I will be diving into why I chose to undergo these surgeries, how I prepared for them, and what the recovery process was like. I also discuss the importance of integrating functional medicine and holistic health approaches before, during, and after surgery for optimal results. Tune in for practical tips, personal insights, and empowering advice on reclaiming your health and wellness.   00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 00:38 Podcast Overview and Mission 01:50 Deciding on Surgery 03:54 Preparing for Surgery 04:54 The Importance of Diastasis Recti Repair 06:26 Thigh Lift and Breast Lift Decisions 08:37 Holistic Healing and Surgery Integration 10:05 Conclusion and Listener Engagement   📺 Watch on YouTube Connect with Allison: Instagram: @allisongetswell

My Elective Surgery Journey: Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift, and Thigh Lift Details   It’s me, Allison, your crunchy gut health mama! Tune into this episode as I share my journey through elective surgery, including a full abdominoplasty with diastasis recti repairs, a breast lift, and a thigh lift. In this episode [and the following], I will be diving into why I chose to undergo these surgeries, how I prepared for them, and what the recovery process was like. I also discuss the importance of integrating functional medicine and holistic health approaches before, during, and after surgery for optimal results. Tune in for practical tips, personal insights, and empowering advice on reclaiming your health and wellness.   00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 00:38 Podcast Overview and Mission 01:50 Deciding on Surgery 03:54 Preparing for Surgery 04:54 The Importance of Diastasis Recti Repair 06:26 Thigh Lift and Breast Lift Decisions 08:37 Holistic Healing and Surgery Integration 10:05 Conclusion and Listener Engagement   📺 Watch on YouTube Connect with Allison: Instagram: @allisongetswell

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My Elective Surgery Journey: Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift, and Thigh Lift Details   It’s me, Allison, your crunchy gut health mama! Tune into this episode as I share my journey through elective surgery, including a full abdominoplasty with diastasis...

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