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.

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

Dermatologic surgeons, plastic surgeons or general surgeons. It is important for you to feel comfortable with your surgeon. 

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. 

Many different types of surgeons would be qualified to remove a lipoma, and the best choice would probably depend on the location of the lesion. A lipoma in the head and neck area could be removed by a facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon, otolaryngologist, head and neck surgeon, or general surgeon. A lipoma on the body would usually be treated by a plastic surgeon or general surgeon.
All the best,