What to Know About my Laser Lipolysis Provider?

I'm scheduled to have Laser lipolysis done on my stomach in two weeks. Everyone says do your research on the place doing it. What exactly am I suppose to research? What are the important things should I look for or check? Please check.

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Laser Liposuction

Be certain your Dr. is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, and is experienced in liposuction. Also interview the Surgeon and you must have a good feel about your relationship and that things are transparent for you and goals clear. Then move forward.

How to Make Sure your Plastic Surgeon is not a Dud or worse

Regarding: "What to Know About my Laser Lipolysis Provider? I'm scheduled to have Laser lipolysis done on my stomach in two weeks. Everyone says do your research on the place doing it. What exactly am I suppose to research? What are the important things should I look for or check? Please check." 1. Is your doctor certified by a REAL medical board - one of the American Board of Medical Specialties (wwwabmsorg)? 2. Which board is he certified by? (Hint -... more

What to research before "Laser Liposuction"

If you are at all concerned (and it sounds like you are) then also consider a second opinion from a Board Certified plastic surgeon and ask if you really need "Laser Lipo" as opposed to traditional liposuction. The other recommendations are just as important. Also, ask to see the surgeon's "before and after" pictures

Laser Liposuction and Doctor's certification

There are a lot of information on the Internet regarding physician licensing and certification in liposuction. This can be very confusing to the average person. Basically, physicians obtain medical license (after medical school) to practice medicine in their state. Medical license is regulated by the state. In the United states, most physician will undergo residency training to specialize in a particular field of medicine. A surgeon should have undergone a minimal of 5 years of... more

Laser lipolysis and credentials

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Steven Wallach, MD

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Laser Lipolysis and Your Doctor's Credentials

I think that there are several factors to check out with any surgeon you desire to have perform laser lipolysis. First of all, the laser is only an adjunctive tool. Your surgeon should be well versed in all aspects of body contouring to include traditional and tumescent liposuction, laser lipolysis, and surgical body contouring. After an evaluation of your particular problem he or she can then decide which "tool" would best accomplish your goals. It is very important for you... more