Tummy Tuck is aimed at removing the excess adipose tissue and skin folds in the central and low abdomen, to stretch abdominal wall and improve a prominent abdomen appearance. This surgery is particularly suited for those patients who, after several pregnancies, have excessively "stretched" abdominal skin and muscles.

As a rule, two incisions are needed: one, in the lower portion of the abdomen, just above the pubic hair line, which extends laterally to the hips; the other, small, circular, around the navel, because very often the operation requires the repositioning of the navel to a more natural position. With the patient in semi-flexed position, the excess skin and fat are removed, then the surgeon sutures on multiple layers and two suction drains are inserted. The patient is moved back to horizontal position and through a half-moon or v-shaped incision, the navel is extracted and sutured.

Compressive dressing complete the surgical procedure.

For a few months, the patient will experience a decrease in the sensitivity of the skin above the scar and a swelling in the lower third of the abdomen. These symptoms, however, will disappear over time.

Ms Anna De Leo, specialist surgeon in "Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery" graduated at the University of Rome "La Sapienza", awarded with the " International Master degree in Reconstructive Surgery" , "European Diploma in Hand Surgery", "Diploma in Microsurgical Techniques", registered as Plastic surgery consultant in London’s "General Medical-Council", member of the Italian, American and British Societies of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, has carried an intense activity for many years in various areas of Plastic Surgery, showing high professionalism, strong focus and self-confidence in Italy and abroad (Joao XXIII Hospital, University of Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil; Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and Royal Free Hospital NHS London, Oxford University Hospitals NHS) ; Barcelona (Hospitau S.Pau) Helsinki (University Hospital).

The gained experience, even in high complex emergency surgery procedures, combined with her personal inclination for microsurgical and reconstructive treatments has allowed Ms Anna De Leo to perform delicate surgeries ranging from cosmetic to reconstructive surgery, suited to improve, correct refunctionalize body parts affected by imperfections, trauma, medical interventions, or malformations.



Currently she practices privately in London, Rome and Palermo, receive by appointment.

- Fellow of European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS)
- European Master Degree on Reconstructive Microsurgery, University “Autonoma” of Barcelona
- Microsurgery techniques Diploma
- Microsurgery Italian Society-Hands Surgery Italian Society
- European Hand Surgery Diploma
- Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand
- Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Degree, University “La Sapienza” of Rome; 70/70 cum laude
- Medical and Surgery Degree, University of Palermo; 110/110 cum laude
- International Member of American Association of Plastic Surgery (ASPS)
- Fellow European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS)
- Ordinary Member British Association of Plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgeon (BAPRAS)
- Ordinary Member Of “Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Italian Society” (SICPRE)
- Ordinary Member of The British Society for Surgery of The Hand (BSSH)
- Ordinary Member of Prevention Group Trauma Committee (BSSH)
- Fellow of the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand (FESSH)
- Leader of Prevention of Trauma Group Trauma Committee (FESSH)
- Ordinary Member Of “Hand Surgery Italian Society” (SICM)
- Ordinary Member Of “Hand Trauma Prevention Group (SICM)
- Associate Member Of “Microsurgery Italian Society” (SIM)
- Ordinary Member of “Members Committee” Italian Hand Society
- Fellow of The King’s Fund College “leadership group”
- Member of woman in plastic surgery american association of plastic surgery
- Member of worldwide female professional

Ensuring your confidence, comfort, and safety is our utmost priority. A personal consultation with Dr. Ana De Leo is the perfect opportunity to explore your options and discover what we can achieve together.