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How Safe is a Vaser Lipo Machine if an Appt Was Canceled Due to Malfunction?
asked 10 months ago by latina in perth amboy in Perth Amboy, NJ
Latest answer by Robert M. Lowen, MD
Question viewed 181 times
Tags: machine, risk, worried
I had a vaser lipo scheduled today in nyc, but I was told that the machine was malfunctioning and needed repair. I had taken the day off from work, took the antiobotics, bromelain, and arnica as directed, lost sleep from anxiety, just to receive the call. I don't feel comfortable getting that procedure done in that office. How about if it malfunctions again during the procedure? Also, the doctor never met with me. I already gave $2,000 as a downpayment and am afraid to cancel and lose my money.
3 answers to How Safe is a Vaser Lipo Machine if an Appt Was Canceled Due to Malfunction?
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Anxiety regarding an upcoming surgical procedure
When in doubt, don't.
There may be a perfectly straightforward reason the machine was not working, after all, it is only a machine, and machines need maintenance. It is good that the maintenance/repair is being done pre-emptively to make sure it is working well before your surgery.
But the comment you made about not meeting the surgeon is a big red flag. When have you not had direct contact with a doctor when you are sick or needing medical care. Perhaps a PA in...
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Robert M. Lowen, MD
Bay Area Plastic Surgeon
Bay Area Plastic Surgeon
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How Safe is a Vaser Lipo Machine if an Appt Was Canceled Due to Malfunction?
Your question and statement are quite troubling. Look, any machine can breakdown and need repair. It is unfortunate it happened on your day of surgery. In my 34 years I can say this has happened only a few times. What I do is schedule these patients ASAP to my and their schedules. If it can be done otherwise I offer FULL REFUND! But in your description YOU NEVER MET THE SURGEON! WOW very dangerous!!! ARe you at a Clinic or Marketing Center as a conveyer belt patient? NEVER I say NEVER have...
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VASER is safe but lipo can be done without it
VASER is a technology that uses ultrasound energy applied into the fat before liposuction removes the fat. It might help in areas where the fat tissue is more dense like the hips, and might help tighten skin a tiny bit but neither ultrasound or laser is necessary for good results with liposuction. The capabilities and experience of the surgeon are more important. However, VASER has been around for several years and has a good safety record.
