Loose skin after significant weight loss is something many people experience, but very few people feel prepared for.

In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with Dr Gediminas Samulėnas, board-certified plastic surgeon at Nordesthetics, to talk honestly about excess skin after weight loss and when surgery may or may not be the right option.

After losing 126lbs (9 stone) himself, Marc brings the patient perspective to this conversation, while Dr Samulėnas shares expert insight into what happens to the skin after major weight loss, why it occurs, and how people can approach decisions around surgery responsibly.

This episode focuses on education, expectations, and helping people feel informed when navigating the next stage of their transformation journey.

Topics discussed include:

• Why loose skin happens after significant weight loss
• Factors that influence skin elasticity
• When it may be appropriate to consider surgery
• Common misconceptions around excess skin surgery
• Facial and neck changes after weight loss
• How surgeons help patients set realistic expectations
• What to look for when choosing a surgeon or clinic
• The importance of emotional readiness before surgery

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Instagram: @nordesthetics_clinic

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