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Smart Lipo on my Abdomen (Upper/lower) and Back. I'm Extremely Happy with my Result.

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Spent: $3,700 in New York

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Posted 19 Jan 2010

my friend invited me for lunch on monday ( one month ago)and she told me the news " i had liposution done 3 days ago" i was very surprised because she was working (office job)she showed her noticeable result and i asked her for her doctor name. she told me the con and pro and immediately schedule an appt with the doctor..

went to see him. he was really nice and check all his credentials . i scheduled my procedure for june 24,09

june 24 09 day of the procedure went in at 830 am along with my boyfriend. they marked my area, took pics and weight me (137 lb) 5'4" he started with lidocaine inj ( for me this was the most painful part of the procedure) then he did some small inciscion and did not feel any pain then he started putting fluid under my skin belly and back)total of 4 IV bags with lidocadine and epinephrin. after all fluid was inside my skin i looked like 7 months pregnant..lol

30 mins later he put me back on the table and he started extracting my fat GROSSS i was awake did not feel any pain only around my belly button but he putted more anesthetic then i did not feel any pain.. he took almost 3 hours extracting all the fat then he asked to stand up in front of the table to check for any uneven part. he marked me again and putted back on the table for another section of fat extraction . so he extracted what he needed to extract then he proceeded with the laser machine under my skin. i did not feel anything pain some part i feel a burning sensation but nothing major after almost 45 mins of laser all over my belly and back he suctioned the remaining melted fat. the whole procedure was about 4 hours and he extracted 2000 of fat 1 00 PM my boyfriend droved me home

I MUST SAY THIS YOU NEED SOMEONE WITH YOU WHEN YOU REMOVING YOUR GARMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME AND WHEN YOU SHOWERING . I ALMOST FAINTED THANKS GOD MY BF WAS WITH ME 600

i had alot pain (he prescribed pain killer but did not work very well for me ) i called my doctor cell phone and he told me to take 2 tylenos along with the pain killer and that help me) after surgery is the worst part of the whole procedure so you need somoene to help you around the house and to shower at least for the first day of the surgery..

june 25 i was much better i could move around alitle better i had alot bruise on my back but you can see my result already

june 26 i went out to eat with my boyfriend. im walking slowly but i much better

june 27 it was ok im more independent

june 28 took a trip to canada for businesses and stay there until june 30

july 1 iam 7 days post of went to see my doctor and went back to work.. still swolled up and unconfortable.. i had a great experience with my doctor and his staff..



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jan 19.10 since i did my lipo six month ago. i gained 7 pounds and  i had to do a touch up since my lower abdomen was  slighly uneven.   the procedure was a litle bit painful. my doctor removed 250 cc of fat this time. he re touch my right side, around my belly botton and my back..  will recomend to anybody that doing this procedure not to gain any weigh since the result will change dramatacally.. i have to pay 500 dollars extra since i gained weight.. .  im one day post op and i feel good , i can move around. will post some picture soon.

 

 

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sim8729 12 Jul 2009
OMG..U LOOK GREAT!!! ESPECIALLY YOUR BACK! MY SUGERY IS NEXT WEEK I AM EXCITED!
thecat 17 Jul 2009
i hope you did great in your surgery. share ur experience with us.and post some pict.. some advise keep ur garment 24/7and start doing some amassage around the area..
Cassidy0428 14 Feb 2010
hey who was your doctor and were was the place you went to also what are you doing to keep up your figure
bella0214 26 Feb 2010
Hi Cat, I want to tell you that I'm amazed with your results. You so good. I'm trying to locate your doctor online. Can you provide us with his office location and number please. It would really appreciate it. You look great girl!!!!
somers3219 8 Feb 2011
did you have your surgery done by dr. neil c. goodman?
somers3219 8 Feb 2011
did you have your surgery done by dr. Neil c. Goodman?
italy44 16 Jul 2009
You look great!!! Im looking for a good MD in the NY area and your MD did a great job. I googled him but got Neil C. Goodman...is this your doctor?
D5118 25 Aug 2010
can you give the address of the doctor that you used i looked up the name and there is one in midtown and one in westchester, which one is it? not sure, you look great!
thecat 17 Jul 2009

hi italy. will be posting my 3 weeks pict very soon. im so happy with my result. my stomach is so flat.. my back is well define and finally i lost 4 inches of my waist..also i weigh myself ths morning and my weight was 131.5 i just saw my friend that recomended me my Dr and she is very happy with her result too. she is 6 weeks post. i will def recomended him

kimwhite 17 Jul 2009
Your results are impressive! I am happy for you! I plan to look into your surgeon. Thanks for sharing your experience.
italy44 18 Jul 2009
wow! awesome results! =) what a difference! your md did a terrific job...will def look into your surgeon. were you worried that he specialized in OB and doing smart lipo?
thecat 19 Jul 2009
Not at all. He has a lot experience in doin laser lipo in addition I saw my friend s result. I did not have any doubt..I will recommend him to you. He took his time doing my procedure and I really like the technique he used on me . He did not use the laser in the beggining of the procedure. He sucked out all my fat first then he stood me up in front him and I needed to extract more fat around my belly whcih he did then he used the laser all ove my belly back and waist. And finally he sucked the remaining melted fat. Im so happy with my result . Never had a flat stomach now I do. I cannot just wait to see my final result.. I still have some swelling and hardness on my hips .. massage is really helping me Going to see him tomorror for my first month follow up. I will be one month post on july 23.09.. let me if u decided to do it.
Royalsincvf 28 Apr 2010
Can i have the doctors info please?
italy44 19 Jul 2009
thanks so much for your thorough responses. i am planning to go for a consultation with him when work permits me. ill probably go in August. if you dont mind i have some more questions. how much was the consult fee? i have another MD in mind that gives it for free. hes also located in Manhattan but havent seen any work done by him on this site. did you have to go to your primary MD to get labs done before getting the surgery? and with the massage you mentioned...do you have to get a professional massage for the sites that were done? im really impressed with your pictures. so happy for you. good luck with your follow up tomorrow!
thecat 20 Jul 2009
Consultation is free and they do blood work in his office by RN. My boyfriend is doin the massage for me but sometime I do it myself
CrystalC (RealFriend) 21 Jul 2009
wow... that's awesome girl!!!
Green2b 22 Jul 2009
What is the name of the MD? I would like to go in for a consultation as well. Thanks!
Sharon at RealSelf (Community Manager) 23 Jul 2009

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nelly801 27 Jul 2009
you look stunning, my back has way too much fat for my liking. i dont even care about my stomach i can get that with exercise but i cant get the back fat rolls, im def gonna check out your doctor. can you tell me if he is in manhattan, i live in the city.
thecat 29 Jul 2009
he is located in 51 street and 5ave
luxurylady 13 Aug 2009

Hey do you have a link for Dr.G's website or a phone number that i can kall...... your results look great by the way =)

thecat 17 Aug 2009

{edited} they have an office in the new york city too

Edited by Sharon: We've added the web address to your review. Thank you.
lyndsay81283 21 Aug 2009
You look awesome!
karinav 27 Sep 2009
Wow that was a great after...I'm would like to know the name of the doctor. I would like to get my upper/lower abs done.
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