Are there any doctors who do large volume lipo on plus size women? (Photos)

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I am 5"0 215 pounds Looking to get abdominal lipo.  I am looking to have my tummy flattened. I need help.!

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, I have done large volume liposuction many times and when I do this it's safety first.  Therefore, I do it in a hospital with an overnight stay for your safety and comfort.  The results can be amazing and long lasting.
Thank you for your question!
Dr. Schreiber, Baltimore plastic surgeon

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello Milla0721 Liposuction is a procedure used to physically remove excess or unwanted fat from a patient’s body. Liposuction can used be for various problems, depending on your individual needs. If you have fat in a particular area of your body that you can’t seem to get rid of through dieting or exercise, liposuction may provide a good option for you.  Liposuction can also be done to improve your body contours. Liposuction is not used for those looking for dramatic weight loss; it is done when you are close to your desired weight. Healthy elastic skin is a major requirement for liposuction to enable quick recovery. In cases where a large amount  of fat is removed, liposuction should be done with other body contouring procedures such as tummy tuck, thigh lift, buttock augmentation, facelift, neck lift and chin augmentation. #abdomen #flatten

Farhad Rafizadeh, MD · Answer

You can get liposuction of your abdomen and hips to get better definition in those areas. The results of your abdominal liposuction will depend on the skin condition which cannot be determined from the picture. It would be best to loose as much weight as you can prior to the surgery and reach a stable weight. An in person consultation is mandatory to confirm my statements. If you are healthy and there is a good indication, 4 to 5 liters of aspirate could be be removed at once.

James E. Chappell, MD · Answer

You can have liposuction, but you should understand up front that though there is weight loss with liposuction, it is not much.  Another way of saying this is that liposuction should not be used as means of losing weight. Liposuction is intended to treat problem areas of the body where the weight will not come off with diet control and exercise.  It would be healthy for you to lose weight even if you are planning on having liposuction, but it is not mandatory.  Best of luck to you.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You need to lose weight first before undergoing any cosmetic procedure to get the best outcome. For best results, it is recommended to be at your ideal or stable weight before getting a sculpting liposuction procedure. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure, rather it is for sculpting and defining and removing problem areas that cannot be removed with weight loss and diet / exercise alone. With skin laxity, a tummy tuck or lifting procedure could be performed at the same time. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a bariatric doctor or dietitian. Best, Dr. Emer

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure.  Best results are obtained for patients whose Body Mass Index is normal or below 30.

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

Hello!You should meet with a board certified plastic surgeon to be evaluated. You can find one at plasticsurgery.org.

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

One of the most common misconceptions surrounding liposuction is that of weight loss. It is a body contouring tool which is best employed in healthy patients who have reached a stable weight (preferably with a BMI less than 30).
The legal limits for fat removal in an office setting is 4-5 liters (varying from state to state). This equates to approximately 11 lbs. However, this is an estimate and not an actual accounting of weight removed. There are no such limits for procedures performed in a hospital setting.
With regards to your specific question, there is no absolute contraindication to liposuction in heavier individuals. However, there is significant data suggesting that an elevated BMI is associated with greater risk of complications. Your BMI is 42 (above 35 with comorbidities or above 40 = Morbid obesity). Thus you fall into the highest risk category. Ultimately, those who approach the procedure as an alternative to traditional means of weight loss (diet and exercise) are bound to be disappointed.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Ricardo Ventura, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your question and provided information. Depending on your BMI it can be done, but as you're a plus size patient for now, you can get liposuction, but you will need to have more than one round because of your weight and hemoglobin levels. it will be safer for you.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Lipo of the abdomen can be done, but what will not improve is the visceral fat component. This is the fat sitting on top of the organs internally that can not be liposuctioned and will only improve with diet and exercise.

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