Can I Get Liposuction if I Weigh 240lbs?

February 4, 2013
Asked By:Zikitty

I'm 5'3 and weigh about 240lb and was wondering if I can get lipo done or would surgeons turn me away?

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November 20, 2018

Answer: Volume reduction liposuction

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James F. Boynton, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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James F. Boynton, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 10, 2013

Answer: Liposuction question

Gregory T. Lynam, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 10, 2013

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Gregory T. Lynam, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 10, 2013

Answer: 5'3" 240 lbs and Appropriateness of Liposuction

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 10, 2013

Answer: 5'3" 240 lbs and Appropriateness of Liposuction

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 6, 2013

Answer: Liposuction

James E. Murphy, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 6, 2013

Answer: Liposuction

James E. Murphy, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 6, 2013

Answer: Liposuction in patients with a BMI over 30 is performed with success in many patients.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 6, 2013

Answer: Liposuction in patients with a BMI over 30 is performed with success in many patients.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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