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Exceeded Expectations

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Exceeded Expectations

Courageous79
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I was always on the fence about getting liposuction. I searched for a doctor close to home and then decided to widen that search after seeing just ok to mediocre patient pictures from so many doctors. The minute I found Dr. Hovsepian, I stopped searching. I wanted a natural, feminine shape that was toned in all the right places and I didn't want to look like a cartoon character. Dr. Hovsepian delivered far beyond that. His patient pictures don't do justice to his level of skill. He performed liposuction of my entire back, conservative lipo of my abdomen and upper torso, inner thighs and light lipo on my outer thighs. In addition, I had fat grafting/transfer to my breasts. I didn't expect the results to be this flawless, but look this natural. I am just over a month post-op and couldn't be happier with how quickly I've healed. I've gone from a size 8 to a size 4. If you're looking for a surgeon that deeply cares about the quality of his work, his patients and is the best in his field, you should get a consultation with Dr. Hovsepian. I trusted him 100% to work his magic on the operating table and he revealed the body that I was hiding all these years. It was well worth the investment and peace of mind.

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Raffi Hovsepian, MD, FACS

Raffi Hovsepian, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 27, 2019

Thank you for sharing your experience. Your results are just lovely - congratulations!

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October 30, 2019
Are you going to post pictures? A good review should be accompanied with pictures.
October 30, 2019
I agree. This story is missing a few pieces...
October 30, 2019
I appreciate your feedback. I am not posting additional pictures at this time. If this does not help you, I encourage you to read other reviews or visit Dr. Hovsepian's site or Instagram feed. Please understand that it's a personal choice (think about those who choose not to for religious reasons etc...). Thank you.
November 3, 2019
I understand. You look beautiful.
October 30, 2019
Do you mind posting a before pic so we have a reference point?
Thanks.
November 23, 2019
People never post personal pictures from this Dr it's very suspicious.
August 7, 2020
I need to see the before pictures!
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1 year post

Pre-op pics coming soon...

Courageous79
Hi Everyone! I have a lot of requests for pre-op pictures. I really want to help anyone trying to make this decision and provide as much information as possible. I've reached out to Dr. Hovsepian hoping to get some of those to share with everyone. I hope to post a side-by-side comparison very soon!! In the meantime, I will dig up some old pictures. Thanks for your patience!

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September 21, 2020
am i right in assuming you didn't have a lot of abdominal fat?? great shape!
September 21, 2020
Not a lot but he did take some from the upper and lower abdominal areas. Most came from my back.
October 2, 2020
I had some, but most of my fat was on my waist and back.
November 16, 2020
Pictures please
January 19, 2021
Do you mind if I ask how much was the cost?
January 25, 2021
It's about $2,000-$3000 per area (more if you're on the heavier side). He's not cheap...but worth it in my opinion (triple-board certified gave me peace of mind)...so expect to spend north of $15,000.
June 18, 2021
What was the name of your compression garment you used?
UPDATED FROM Courageous79
1 year post

Before & After Photos

Courageous79
As promised, here are a few before and after photos. I hope this helps someone out there who is in the process of choosing a surgeon. Please feel free to message me if you have any questions about my experience. Thank you!

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October 2, 2020
Were you awake during the procedure? If so, how was that? How has healing been?
October 2, 2020
Oops...replied as a separate post. See my comment above.
October 2, 2020
No I was completely asleep for about 4.5 hours. Healing was pretty quick because I religiously wore the garment and both front and back body boards as I was told. I also refrained from drinking...so if you can do that, you're healing process will be quicker.
August 1, 2021
What are "front and back body boards"?
August 4, 2021
hard material inserts that help with compression and shape forming...you can find them on Amazon and are common after lipo or other types of surgery
October 2, 2020
Thanks! My procedure is next month but I’ll be awake under local anesthesia. Hopefully that goes well.
January 25, 2021
Let me know how it went!
January 28, 2021
I love my results!! I’m down about 20 pounds. I just started cavitation this week to maintain and keep it right but my doc did a great job!!!
January 28, 2021
And I ended being fully put to sleep as well!
January 28, 2021
Congrats!!!
November 12, 2020
Drink liquor slows the healing process?
January 25, 2021
Anything that contributes to inflammation can slow your healing progress. Best to stay away from liquor as you recover.
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December 8, 2020
Congratulations on your surgery you look amazing!!!!!
January 25, 2021
Thank you!!!!