I have a nearly golf ball-sized lipoma on my back, along my shoulder blade. What kind of doctor should I see for lipoma removal?
Answer: What Kind of Doctor Should I See for Lipoma Removal? Thank you for sharing your question. For most patients removal by a plastic surgeon will offer the best surgical results, both in removal and scar quality. That said general surgeons would be an excellent second choice. Hope this helps.
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Answer: What Kind of Doctor Should I See for Lipoma Removal? Thank you for sharing your question. For most patients removal by a plastic surgeon will offer the best surgical results, both in removal and scar quality. That said general surgeons would be an excellent second choice. Hope this helps.
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June 11, 2023
Answer: What type of doctor treats Lipomas? I would recommend you find a board certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Sugery, who has an extensive experience in Lipoma Removal.Best Regards,Dr. Gartner
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June 11, 2023
Answer: What type of doctor treats Lipomas? I would recommend you find a board certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Sugery, who has an extensive experience in Lipoma Removal.Best Regards,Dr. Gartner
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October 29, 2018
Answer: Lipoma removal Dermatologic surgeons, plastic surgeons or general surgeons. It is important for you to feel comfortable with your surgeon.
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October 29, 2018
Answer: Lipoma removal Dermatologic surgeons, plastic surgeons or general surgeons. It is important for you to feel comfortable with your surgeon.
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October 27, 2018
Answer: Lipoma removal surgeon? 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
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October 27, 2018
Answer: Lipoma removal surgeon? 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
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September 18, 2018
Answer: Lipoma Excision 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.
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September 18, 2018
Answer: Lipoma Excision 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.
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