Can a diabetic have liposuction?

Yes, a stable diabetic can have liposuction provided their diabetes is under good control, and they pass a pre-op medical clearance.

Terrific question.I
do agree that most well controlled diabetics will do great after having
liposuction.That being said, it is
important to clear this in advance with both your primary care doctor and your
endocrinologist.I do feel strongly that
patients have their hemoglobin A1c with a good control prior to undergoing an
elective procedure.

Hello, and thank you for this question. As stated in the previous surgeons response I do not believe well controlled diabetes would be a contraindication to liposuction. I would recommend a general medical clearance prior to any cosmetic procedures. Although we have an  accredited outpatient surgical facility staff staffed with board certified anesthesiologist, I believe any patient that has diabetes and takes insulin  should be done in either a hospital or an outpatient surgical setting which can specifically monitor the glucose levels before during and after the procedure. Can all be discussed with a qualified experienced board certified plastic surgeon.