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37 y/o, Goodbye muffin top! 5'2', 186 lbs, Dr. Olanrewaju Ladipo

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I've been to 5 or 6 consultations looking for a...

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BrownSkin78
I've been to 5 or 6 consultations looking for a doctor to perform lipo on my upper/lower stomach, flanks, and bra roll. I finally narrowed it down to two local doctors, since I didn't want to drive too far for appts. There was one doctor in Stockbridge that I was interested in, but when I asked to see pictures of his work, no one could show me anything. His assistant said that he had performed lipo on her. I asked to see her pictures or at least let me see her stomach...and she told me to look on Facebook for some photos. The pictures on Facebook were photos that I had seen on other doctor's pages. I kept asking questions and she finally said to me, "continue doing your research and do not be persuaded by a "good" price." I took that as she was telling me to go somewhere else, since they were running a special. They had quoted me $2,977.
Fast forward---->>>>
I came across Dr. Alfonso Findley, located in Union City. As soon as I met him and his wife, I was like this is the doctor I want to perform my lipo procedure. I was able to see pictures of his work and I also met some of his patients that had lipo done. Dr. Findley answered every question that I could think of. I was really impressed that I got to speak to him in person, rather than speaking to his staff. His consultation is $25, but it was worth it to me. It's $500 to reserve a surgery date. The surgery prices are based on your weight and the procedures being done. I'm very excited about my upcoming procedure. I'll upload my current photos very soon.

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August 4, 2016
Your about the same weight and height as me. Girl your 7 week final review looks amazing. You look good lady.
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August 5, 2016
Thank you. I still had a lot of hard areas, so they were easy to " mold" as long as I wore my compression garments. I see now why doctors tell you that you won't see your true results until your 3rd month. When everything softens up, you'll see what's really there. My body has fluffed...lol.
My waist line is smaller. My lower abdomen is ok, but my upper abdomen area is still hard and swollen where that dark area is above my navel. I made another appt with a board certified plastic surgeon this time, to see why that area isn't healing.
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August 6, 2016
Thanks for your added response. I hear a lot about fluffing, I'm gonna look more into it. I have my Surgury for Lipo, stomach, bank, flanks and tummy tuck Dec 8,2016. I'm currently trying to lose at least 20lbs. It's so hard bc my only problem areas are my stomach and back and it's not coming off easy. I'll try to do s review in my success when that times come. Thanks for doing your review.
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August 8, 2016
If you have a lot of fat in both areas, I would advice you getting your stomach area done first and coming back later to get your back done. Doctor's are only suppose to remove so many liters of fat and that includes the tumescent fluid that they are injecting into you. They'll tell you that they can lipo all those areas, but you will not be satisfied with the results. You'll end up with some areas uneven...looking fatter in some areas and that is unwanted mental stress. That's why it's important to have a lower BMI to get the results you want the first time. Also, if the doctor you choose isn't a board certified SURGEON, please make sure that they have ob/gyn experience and the resources to handle situations when things do not go as planned. A lot of these doctors are Internist, dermatologist, etc that took a 1 week course on how to do liposuction. They are limited to the type of medications/prescriptions that they can prescribe you and the assistance they can provide based on their current knowledge.
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August 8, 2016
Thanks so much for your advise. I'm going to the Dominican with Dr. Tania medina. I been in constant communication with her for months now. She advised me to lose 30lbs so I can get the best results. She is board certified. I spoke to several women who have had what I'm having done and they look great.
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August 8, 2016
Best wishes on your weight lost and upcoming procedure.
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August 8, 2016
Thank you. I'm undecided if I'll make you tube videos. I feel a lot of women have more added fears going out the country. Bc I know I did. So I was thinks of making some videos for them to help ease some of their fears based on my experience.
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August 8, 2016
The videos would be nice.
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August 17, 2016
Hi d o you recommend dr.ladipo to other female? Because im trying to get a lipo with a fat transfer with a butt lift
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August 18, 2016
My answer varies based upon what you're really wanting to achieve. If you're just wanting lipo to just remove some fat and to have a bigger butt, I will say... go for it.
If you want an evenly contoured torso with a particular shape for your butt, then I would suggest you to keep looking.
Personally, I don't like the way he shapes the buttocks from what I've seen. He is well mannered & friendly. He is not a board certified plastic surgeon, so if certain issues come about, you'll have to go else where to be treated.
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August 18, 2016
Ok thank you for the info.. and u dont look bad at all
May 28, 2018
Hello! You look great, how are you doing? We are similar in shape, can you post an updated pic?
UPDATED FROM BrownSkin78
14 days pre

Before lipo pictures

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Here are some current pictures of me without holding my stomach in...oh my, I look pregnant again. My stomach looks ok to me when I do hold it in, but that hurts like crazy when you're full. There's nothing like holding in your stomach for a picture...thinking you're looking fab with everything sucked in & BAM that's not the case. Can't post that picture without cropping out the belly first...lol. When I loose weight, my upper stomach and bra roll refuses to go away. I'm not having any more kids, so I'm ready to get rid of those fat cells.

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March 17, 2016
Good Luck Doll! I will be following your journey. I had my procedure by Dr. Findley March 8th, 2016. And yes it was worth it and I'm very satisfied with my results. Good Luck Hun!
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March 17, 2016
Thanks. I'm looking forward to it. Your results look great also.
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March 17, 2016
Thanks Boo!
UPDATED FROM BrownSkin78
13 days pre

Lab work!

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Lab results came in...blood work checked out ok.
I'll go in on Monday for my physical. I'm excited. I'm not nervous yet.

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March 21, 2016
He is great has a good staff. Love the girls they are hilarious. Dont forget to post pics after Good luck!
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March 21, 2016
Thanks! I will.
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September 26, 2016
Hi how does payment work? Like do u pay half before surgery and rest after ? Or u pay whole fee upfront before anything? Thanks!
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September 27, 2016
$500 down to hold a surgery date. The remaining balance has to be paid in full before your surgery date.
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September 27, 2016
Thank you!
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October 19, 2016
My date is coming up! I'm nervous wreck
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October 20, 2016
Which Doctor is doing your procedure?
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October 21, 2016
Dr lapido