Michael S. Kaminer, M.D.
Massachusetts Dermatologist
Recent answer posted by Michael S. Kaminer, M.D.
Q: Liposuction vs. SmartLipo - which is better?
Liposuction is a superb technique to help people achieve shape changes with minimal downtime and risk. In particular, tumescent liposuction is the gold standard by which other fat removal techniques are measured.
SmartLipo, as well as other laser assisted liposuction procedures, such as ProLipo Plus, SlimLipo, and others, are adjuncts to the liposuction procedure that can help your doctor achieve a more pleasing result. Not all lasers are created equal, and not all liposuction surgeons are created equal either.
There is still substantial debate as to whether these lasers really add value, but in skilled hands they appear to enhance results. But the first key is to have a skilled liposuction surgeon behind the wheel.
Liposuction, whether with or without the laser, is one of those procedures where the doctor holding the wand really does determine final result. Just because a doctor has a laser doesn't mean the results will be what you want. Do your homework.
| Board certification | |
| Education | Undergraduate: Haverford College, Haverford, PA Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA |
| Post-medical school training | Intern in Surgery, New York University Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY Research Fellow in Dermatology, Dept of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA Resident in Dermatology,Tufts University/Boston University Combined Program, Boston, MA Chief Resident in Dermatology, Tufts University/Boston University Combined Program, Boston, MA Fellow in Dermatologic Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery, Dept of Dermatology, Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA Clinical Acne Fellow, Dept of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania and Boston University Medical Center |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 15 years (post-medical training) |
| Professional memberships | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD) American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) |
| Hospital affiliations | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, New England Baptist Hospital |
| Medical or professional license | MA |
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| Location | SkinCare Physicians 1244 Boylston Street Suite 302 Chestnut Hill, MA View map |