What Kind of Doctor Should I See for Lipoma Removal?

Hello and thanks for your question.  Many surgeons (plastic, general, dermatologists) have the expertise to successfully remove lipomas.  The most important consideration is how much experience they have and how their before and after results look (ask to see photos).  As a plastic surgeon, I will admit a bias toward recommending that you see a plastic surgeon, as they will typically take great care to assure that your scar is as minimal and as cosmetically pleasing as possible.  However, this is well within the scope of the other surgical fields listed. Best wishes!Daniel Brown, MD, FACSBoard Certified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonsMember American Society of  Plastic SurgeonsCastle Connolly Top DocReal Self Top 500

Lipoma excision is a pretty common benign tumor that many specialist can manage. General surgeons frequently do these. If you concerned about the scar a plastic surgeon should be able to get you a better scar. I would find someone that does a lot of procedures. Going to a family practice doctor who rarely operates might not give you the best outcome.