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Failed Attempt of Lipo at Vita Surgical Group - Washington, DC
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#1: The doctor is nice, but he IS NOT Board...
MommyJ1978September 17, 2015
$3,600
#1: The doctor is nice, but he IS NOT Board Certified in Plastic Surgery. He is certified, but not to perform plastic surgery.
I am a honest person and would not intentionally slam a provider, given I work in the medical setting. I'm heartbroken that I trusted this provider to perform a procedure with an understanding that he was certified and knew what he was doing.
Not only was I awake during the procedure, it was extremely painful and he did not allow the numbing medication to completely set. I felt everything, including the heat of the tool being used. Note: I have a high tolerance for pain after birthing two children naturally, but the pain from the procedure was egregious. Additionally, I have internal burn marks on the outer layer of my skin.
It's been six months and my tummy skin has folded and hardened with creases. After speaking with other surgeons, it has been reiterated to me that the result is not normal and the procedure was not done correctly.
I thought I'd made the right decision after consulting three times, asking more than 20 suggested questions, and taking time to decide to have it done. But, what's happening to me is due to the condition of the heart/integrity of the provider.
I'm too heated to post pics.
In conclusion, DO NOT trust, nor have your procedure done at Vita Surgical Group.
R,
Botched Mom that was hoping for the adult body she's worked hard for.
I am a honest person and would not intentionally slam a provider, given I work in the medical setting. I'm heartbroken that I trusted this provider to perform a procedure with an understanding that he was certified and knew what he was doing.
Not only was I awake during the procedure, it was extremely painful and he did not allow the numbing medication to completely set. I felt everything, including the heat of the tool being used. Note: I have a high tolerance for pain after birthing two children naturally, but the pain from the procedure was egregious. Additionally, I have internal burn marks on the outer layer of my skin.
It's been six months and my tummy skin has folded and hardened with creases. After speaking with other surgeons, it has been reiterated to me that the result is not normal and the procedure was not done correctly.
I thought I'd made the right decision after consulting three times, asking more than 20 suggested questions, and taking time to decide to have it done. But, what's happening to me is due to the condition of the heart/integrity of the provider.
I'm too heated to post pics.
In conclusion, DO NOT trust, nor have your procedure done at Vita Surgical Group.
R,
Botched Mom that was hoping for the adult body she's worked hard for.
Replies (30)
September 28, 2015
Thanks for sharing your story. I'm so sorry you had Togo through that. He should reimburse you so you can pay for board certified plastic surgeon
November 18, 2015
I'm so sorry about your results and I have been in heavy speculation of whether or not to go through with this procedure. A friend of mine had gone to Dr Araya for a tummy tuck, lipo, and butt injections and she looks great! However, I am a mother of 2, 238.6 lbs, 41.9 BMI, and 5'3 I want to be able to have the best care necessary, furthermore I asked plenty of questions and that aren't cohesive with the photographs on Vita Surgical's website: for instance "Butt Augmentation" I see a lot of Lipo photos but no butt, the same "Butt Augmentation" photos are the "Liposuction" photos and unfortunately they aren't up-to-date. I thank you for your honesty and yes his front desk staff are all extremely large women. My gut is telling me to run from this place and just go with somewhere else! BOARD CERTIFIED OF COURSE!
April 19, 2018
I hope that you did not trust this man and move forward with him to do your procedure. He is not licensed he does not have affiliations to local hospital should there be an emergency and he is a complete liar. He is not board-certified and he is an eye doctor. His machines are outdated and rusted. He does not have Sterile Processing to a sure there's no infection. To date there has been a death and several infections where women have had to spend more than $10,000 in medical bills and expenses to be treated.
December 15, 2015
I'm sorry to hear about you not liking your surgery. I was considering going with this place as well because I know someone else who went and they like their results. However, I agree with the other comment about the pics on the site. In addition, my gut told me to look them up on here. I really appreciate your honesty and truly hope you can get your body the way you want and deserve.
July 28, 2016
I went there also I got what i thought was bruises but now know are burns but i'm hoping for the best I am 2 months pre op
July 28, 2016
I also felt every thing I kept asking about the anesthesia, I felt everything it hurt like hell
November 9, 2016
I had the same experience. The procedure is beyond painful and he rushed and was done in 45 min and I got bad burns or bruises that are nasty wounds now. I can hardly see a difference!!
Thank you for sharing on RealSelf. I hope you find support in our community.