​I weigh more than 500 pounds and I want liposuction done to my stomach and back​? (Photos)

you will need bariatric surgery and to consider peptide therapy. and you need to make a major life change before it gets serious on your health. when you lose a lot of weight you can then have liposuction/skin removal. Best, Dr. Emer.

Ideal candidates for bariatric surgery are adults age 18 to 75 with a Body Mass Index (BMI) above 35, who have tried to lose weight other ways without success. Consult with your PCP who can explain the two options: Gastric Bypass and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy and refer you to a bariatric specialist who can support your weight loss for life.

At 500 lbs, you are a candidate for bariatric surgery. I recommend you see a board certified bariatric surgeon or a physician in bariatric medicine. I also recommend begin a low fat diet, core exercises such as sit-ups, planks, pilates and begin wearing an abdominal binder to help compress your abdominal wall.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Dear Barbara Ledbetter ,
liposuction is not a weight loss procedure. Generally speaking, you want to reach your goal weight before you consider a surgery, otherwise your results will be suboptimal if you continue to lose weight after the surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board- certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

It is highly recommended for all prospective patients to have a BMI under 30 before receiving any surgical procedure. The Gold Standard for superior liposuction results requires use of the advanced technology of ultrasound assisted VASER liposuction. As an official trainer of VASER liposuction, I perform full body liposuction cases every week. VASER liposuction has been the only modality that has consistently resulted in outstanding liposuction outcomes. VASER liposuction ensures a smooth contour regardless of degree of excess fat by virtue of being able to remove any and all remaining fat comprehensively and uniformly. If skin redundancy is observed, Renuvion technology can be simultaneously applied to tighten your skin to optimize your overall contour outcome. A Skype or FaceTime consultation with a VASER specialist will help you get an accurate recommendation and pricing.

Respectfully,
Arian Mowlavi MD, FACS
Realself 100 Hall of Fame Inductee

Liposuction is not an option for you and most likely never will be an option for you.

The only appropriate thing for you is weight loss whether by change in eating habits or through gastric bypass.

At 500 pounds you are destined for premature death and low quality of life.

At this point I think you should seriously look into all options for lowering your weight.

If you’re able to achieve successful weight loss then you’ll be a candidate for skin reduction surgery such as a body lift, thigh lift, arm left breast lift etc.

Removing fat surgically with Liposuction has zero health benefits and at your weight is not sufficient to even make a noticeable difference.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD