Dr. Carl Delos Reyes

After losing 100 lbs at age 48, I was left with a substantial apron belly. Because a full tummy tuck was financially out of reach ($14K–$20K), I sought a medically necessary panniculectomy. Dr. Delos Reyes was the only surgeon out of 35 listed by my insurance who accepted the coverage. His hospital privileges at Queen’s Medical Center provided critical peace of mind for emergency care. I saw him for the first time in July 2025 for my initial consultation. He immediately initiated the insurance pre-authorization, which was approved within a month. Upgrading to a full abdominoplasty was an out-of-pocket "add-on" under $10K, covering crucial muscle repair that resolved my chronic back pain. He performed this first surgery in September 2025 at Surgicare of Hawaii. The results were perfect, including a flawlessly crafted, heart-shaped belly button. My faith in his hospital privileges was tested one week post-op when I fainted due to clogged drains and went to the QMC Emergency Department. Dr. Delos Reyes arrived promptly at the hospital, and I was back in the operating room by midday to resolve the issue. Later, I accidentally ripped my incision by lifting an object, requiring extensive follow-up care. Because of the immense trust built during that recovery, I returned to him for a lower facelift in February 2026 to finally remove the double chin I had carried since childhood, and a brachioplasty in May 2026 to address the classic "bat wing" arms left from my weight loss. Both yielded exceptional, natural-looking results that completely changed the way I see myself. In total, my entire journey with Dr. Delos Reyes spanned less than a single year, running from July 2025 to May 2026. Even though this was a relatively short timeframe, compressing 4 surgeries—including the emergency procedure—and at least 21 pre- and post-op visits into one year gave me a profound understanding of exactly what he is capable of. I know firsthand how he handles routine surgeries, unexpected complications, and long-term follow-up. Dr. Delos Reyes is a direct, honest, and world-class surgeon who delivers consistent excellence. He should be your absolute first call.