You can call Cynosure directly and ask why this doctor is not on their website. I live in California, own a Smartlipo MPX and am listed in their directory. The only plausible answer is that the doctor is doing a study for Cynosure and is not listed in their website because he does not own the machine (and has... more
Smart Lipo MPX scam?
I had a consultation with a plastic surgeon and am seriously considering participating in a MPX Smart Lipo study done by a Dr. in Calif. I did not meet the Dr. but was very impressed with what I learned from the consultant. She told me that this Dr. was the first in Ca. to use Smart Lipo and is the one that trains other Dr.'s how to use it.
There are little clips from news stations and he seems to be legit but I have not found his name on the Cynosure website or in any of the news articles that I found. Patients that participate are supposed to receive 50% off of the normal fee. The quote they gave me for upper/lower abs, inner and outer thighs which they considered 6 areas is $15,690 and with the discount it would be $8,000. If I decided on 4 areas they would charge me $5,000. Does this seem reasonable?
They do use conscious sedation with an IV vs just a local that some of the Dr.'s that are quoting in the $5,000 range charge. I can't help but feel this is a little bit of a scam since I haven't found anyone on this website that has paid even close to what he says his regular price is. The consultant said it's because he's "the best" and the leader in the field.
Hmmmmmm, I would greatly appreciate any opinions on this because if I decide to participate in the study I need to let them know ASAP. Any thoughts on this?
3 answers to “Smart Lipo MPX scam?”
A: Your Smart lipo question
Your final price is not too bad. However, I tend to dislike anyone that calls themselves the "best." Usually the best, never refer to themselves in that way. I also tend to believe there is no best plastic surgeon. There are several good doctors who have all become comfortable with the technique.... more
A: It sounds like a scam to me - run, don't walk, away!
If you go to a consult and don't even meet the doctor, I would run away. This has all the earmarks of a disaster on it. First of all, in our clinic, those areas would be no more than about $9000 with or without a 'study'. Additionally, the beauty of Smart Lipo in most places is that it is... more
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16 May 2009
Robin... I hope I have reached you in time... Your Deal with participation... RUN and Don't look Back.... I got a discount too. You can click on my name and see my results with someone that is trained or training guru of the fast new "Smart Lipo". I did not do mine for weight loss... Mine was to equal out a Mons and fix a belly button that would not heal. Please Please check him or her out completely and get second opinions. Don't do what I did.. Now I am stuck disfigured and scarred for life. Keep me posted on how you do ok... God Bless Sunkissedcutie