Mentor Plastic Surgery - Paul Vanek MD, FACS

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9485 Mentor Ave #100, Mentor, OH 44060, USA
Added by Jopie, at 28 November 2015

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• April Walton

  04 November 2017

  Please do not let this man touch you! I am mangled and disfigured. And the only way to fix the horror is by giving him MORE money! They are the nicest staff until they take your money or until you are unhappy with something. WORST decision of my life! The convenience of him being in Mentor is NOT worth it! Do your research!

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• Mary K

  07 June 2017

  When I am making a decision about my health, there are three things that are very important to me: knowledge, skill and kindness.
  After being diagnosed with breast cancer, I needed to find a surgeon with these three characteristics and I found them in Dr. Vanek and his staff. From the very first encounter I felt their compassion and caring. At a time in my life when I was overwhelmed, each person I spoke with on the phone or met in the office put me at ease and made sure I knew that I would be well cared for.
  My type of breast cancer was not a common diagnosis and although this does not make it more serious, I was impressed that Dr. Vanek was knowledgeable about it and how he helped me understand the choices I had to make about treatment. After deciding to have a double mastectomy, Dr. Vanek explained my options for breast reconstruction. Because he is both a general surgeon and plastic surgeon, he could perform both my double mastectomy and reconstruction. In addition, Dr. Vanek also offers a new option for breast reconstruction called Prepectoral direct to implant with Alloderm. This type of reconstruction allowed me to have less pain, a shorter recovery and the mastectomy and reconstruction were completed at the same time.
  I don’t usually write reviews online, but I think it is important that women have all the information they need when making decisions about breast cancer and reconstruction. Although I wish others would not have to face this, I hope this review helps women diagnosed with breast cancer learn about their options and consider Dr. Vanek for their care during this difficult time. In Dr. Vanek, they will find a compassionate, knowledgeable doctor and skillful surgeon who cares deeply about their fight against breast cancer and will help them rebuild what may be lost because of this disease.

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• Anthony Pero

  07 January 2017

  I have wanted to get surgery on my nose for at least ten years but never did due to either cost or the misconception and reputation that surrounds plastic surgery. In April 2015 my story really begins when I began to suffer from horrible ear pain, sinus pressure and ringing ears. I did not know what was wrong with me. I went to my general practitioner, who found I had a sinus infection, which was followed by antibiotics but nothing helped. It only got worse. This led me to an ENT, whom I visited multiple times and had multiple tests done from allergy to hearing to figure out the problem. Finally, my ENT found I had a deviated septum, which had always been there but only had gotten worse as my body changed. The solution was surgery. However, my ENT wanted to try other routes instead and I spent almost one year with prescription strength Flonase.
  
  June 2016 I began my search for surgery after flying on an airplane four times and suffering from the worst crippling migraine ever. The nose spray had worked somewhat in 2015 in flights, but was useless by June 2016.
  
  This jumps back to the fact I've never liked my nose. I started to search for a surgeon who would both be able to accomplish the medical tasks and cosmetic. I went to over five consultations. Each doctor was about money. Money, money, money. The one actually wanted me to put up $600 to book a surgery date the first consult and he never did any images to show me what I would look like after.
  
  Finally, without any hope I went on another trip to LA and was browsing through an inflight magazine on United. It had listed all of the best surgeons across the country based on state. Dr. Paul Vanek was ranked the top for the entire Cleveland and surrounding areas. When I got home, I made an appointment and met with them about two weeks later.
  
  The entire staff is over the top genuinely nice. The other places I went tried to be gimmicky. They wore tight leopard print clothes, stiletto heels, and all had the same haircut and bad attitude to match. Dr. Vanek's office was an amazing experience. It's like talking with close friends. They want you to be happy, it's not about the money, it is not about pushing you into any other surgeries, it is about focusing on you and your happiness. He also does not rush you.
  
  Several consults, phone calls and back and forth on what I wanted I finally pinned my date for surgery down. They were VERY patient with me and never rushed me.
  
  On Dec 29, 2016 I had a rhinoplasty to fix my nose cosmetically and medically so I can breathe (WHICH I CAN) I can breathe out of both sides of my nose now. My ears are no longer congested either and so far, no headaches. The surgery for both took about four and half to five hours. I also had my chin fitted with an implant. On top of Dr. Vanek's amazing service, the Mentor Surgical Center which is in the same complex as his building is also very professional, courteous and so kind and warm. They made what should have been nerve wracking, comforting.
  
  I did not have any pain when I was done. You can take pain meds, but I didn't need to. Yes, it was that painless. No, I'm not lying. I did not take a single pain pill during the five days you have to wear the cast.
  
  I did take two pain pills the day they take the splints out of your nose which he told me to. He was right, that part sucked.
  
  I did not bruise at all. I am fair skinned and blue eyed and did not suffer any bruising. My nose was everything I wanted. My chin is still a bit swollen but that takes about a month to finally show you the full results.
  
  I am writing this post on day 8. I breathe! My chin isn't tight, and I'm back to eating.
  
  You will bleed more if it is more than just cosmetic. You'll be congested and won't be able to taste food. But it is ALL WORTH IT.Just know recovery is sort of rough if you get medical done. You will
  
  I definitely recommend Dr. Vanek. I didn't receive any compensation for this review. This is ALL FROM the heart.

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• Michael Palermo

  22 December 2016

  Wonderful and caring gentlemen. He cares about his patients and is stern enough, yet caring. I would recommend him to anyone

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• Mark Tennant

  06 May 2016

  Had a HydraFacial this week and my skin feels tremendous and looks great. No pain whatsoever.
  Great staff, very caring about your needs and concerns. They make you feel like a million bucks. Tremendous experience.

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• Gia Desantis

  27 April 2016

  Dr. Vanek and his staff are absolutely wonderful. They were always there to answer any questions I had, listened to my goals, and treated me with respect at all times. I had a breast augmentation in January with Dr. Vanek and I could not be more pleased with the experience or the results. As a healthcare provider I recognize the importance of good customer service and follow up care, I received both of these with Dr. Vanek. The follow-up was extremely thorough, I had one time where I felt concerned that something was wrong and I was immediately seen in the office that day. I am extremely pleased with my results and should I need any further procedures I wouldn't hesitate to go to his office again.

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• Samantha Skillman

  05 December 2015

  Dr. Vanek, is an awesome and amazing Dr. He goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable, and his staff are fabulous! !!
  Dr. Vanek , goes out of his way even when he doesn't have to. He truly cares about you and your well-being, he is a BLESSING and am truly grateful for him being in my life. I do believe God placed him in my life and he is a wonderful man. He has such a kind soul and his staff is the best, this isn't a business it's like family and friends. Thank you for everything and God Bless !!

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