I have lipedema and can't afford the cost ($20K) of going to Germany where there are surgeons (Dr. Stutz, being one) that have been doing this technique for years. Most doctors are not even familiar with Lipedema and think diet and excercise will fix it. Its not that, and I am so tired of the pain, itching, fat growth, etc. Plus, with an already compromised lymphatic system, there is great skill needed to perform this surgery.