Can I Get Liposuction if I Weigh 240lbs?

I have a lot of experience with "large volume" liposuction and I have found that often patients "get stuck" trying to lose weight before wanting something done.  I have found that by doing large volume "debulking" liposuction first, patients are motivated and it further enhances their "gusto" to push hard and further refine their appearance with diet and exercise.  There have also been some recent studies that show some medical benefits to fat reduction / liposuction.  I still absolutely will not cut any corners on patient safety. I get full medical clearance and will only do surgery if everything is medically clear.  Lovenox is also something I have a lot of experience with in patients with higher BMIs in oder to minimize blood clots.

While you may not loose a lot of weight with liposuction it may improve the contour of your body which will make you happy. you need a consultation and realistic expectations. As out patient surgery 5 liters is all most doctors will remove so to do more you would need an overnight stay in the hospital. Good Luck

     Liposuction is usually recommended for stubborn fatty deposits and not for generalized reduction.   However, if you are otherwise healthy, the liposuction can be performed.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

If you do not have any health issues then you can have liposuction. Remember that you will see close to nothing in the way of weight loss with liposuction. It in no way takes the place of a weight loss program. There is a standard protocol for the amount of fat to be removed during one surgical setting. Your surgeon will not be able to liposuction out an endless amount of fat. Normally the procedure is used to remove pocket of fat or to sculpt the body. If your expectations are reasonable then you may be pleased with the result. Good luck to you.

The ideal candidate for liposuction is thin with isolated areas of fat. Nevertheless, heavier patients are often very pleased with the procedure provided their expectations are in line with the capabilities of the procedure. Loose skin is a common side effect when large volume liposuction is performed.