Lesli
Age 40 | Tummy Tuck | Topeka, KS
As a busy mom of three with grown children (ages 22, 21, and 16), Lesli had been dreaming about a tummy tuck for years. After spending decades focused on raising her kids, she was finally ready to do something for herself.
“I’ve wanted a tummy tuck for a long time,” she shared. “I’ve been through pregnancy, weight changes, and just the natural aging process—it all takes a toll. I was ready to feel confident in my own skin again.”
Lesli started her search by looking into plastic surgeons in Kansas City and Lawrence, but something always felt off. “I visited a few places, but the energy wasn’t right. The offices didn’t feel welcoming, and the prices were really high. Plus, many of the doctors I met weren’t board certified, which was a huge red flag for me.”
It wasn’t until a friend mentioned Dr. Jack Peterson that things began to fall into place.
“I remember saying, ‘I didn’t even know we had a plastic surgeon in Topeka!’ I was so excited to learn there was someone local—and when I looked at his website and reviews, I was really impressed.”
From the moment Lesli stepped into Dr. Peterson’s office, she felt at ease. “The energy was completely different from other places I’d been. The entire staff was kind and professional, and they answered every single question I had. I never felt rushed or pressured.”
What sealed the deal for Lesli was Dr. Peterson’s board certification and the fact that his office operates independently within a hospital—not through a commercial surgery center. “That made a big difference to me. It felt safer, more personal, and more professional.”
She also appreciated the low-cost consultation, which was applied toward the total cost of her procedure. “It showed me they weren’t just out to make a sale—they truly cared about helping people.”
Lesli’s surgery and recovery went smoothly. “I was up and walking around by day three. The recovery was honestly easier than I expected, and I felt well-supported the entire time.”
Now, just a few weeks post-op, Lesli says she feels like herself again—only better.
“I look in the mirror and finally see the version of myself I’ve been imagining for years. Dr. Peterson helped me get my confidence back, and I’m so thankful I found him right here in Topeka.”
