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Liposuction Surgery

Liposuction Surgery Information

Procedure
Improve body shape by permanently removing exercise-resistant fat deposits with a tube and vacuum device. Can be performed on most parts of the body. The surgeon may use additional technology such as ultrasound or laser to more easily remove the fat.
Length
1 to 2 hours or more.
Anesthesia
Local, epidural, or general.
In / OutPatient
Usually outpatient. Extensive procedures may require short inpatient stay.
Side Effects
Temporary bruising, swelling, numbness, soreness, burning sensation. Temporary fluid drainage from incision sites.
Risks
Asymmetry. Rippling or bagginess of skin. Pigmentation changes. Skin injury. Fluid retention. Excessive fluid loss leading to shock. Infection.
Recovery
Back to work 1 to 2 weeks. More strenuous activity: 2 to 4 weeks. Full recovery from swelling and bruising: 1 to 5 months or more.
Duration
Permanent, with sensible diet and exercise.

ACCSM Liposuction Registry: List of Doctors who are trained in Liposuction

  Location Name Contact
  NSW, Bankstown Dr. Botros, Sam FACCSM (Med) 0434 889 990    Website
  NSW, Castle Hill Dr. Feiner, Ronald FACCSM (Med) 02 9894 1180    Website
  NSW, Bondi Junction Dr. Feldman, Joni FACCSM (Med) 0412 027 730    Website
  NSW, Bondi Junction Dr. Heckenberg, Meaghan FACCSM (Med) 0484 898 977    Website
  NSW, Kingsgrove Dr. Heckenberg, Meaghan FACCSM (Med) 0484 898 977    Website
  NSW, North Parramatta / Crows Nest Dr. Lim, Soo-Keat FACCSM (Med) 02 9890 2300    Website
  NSW, Mosman Dr. Nair, Sarojini FACCSM (Med) 02 9904 9900    Website
  NSW, Woollahra Dr. Nasser, Alia FACCSM (Med) 9363 2224    Website
  NSW, Campbelltown Dr. Prochazka, Dr Tony FACCSM (Med) 02 9233 3103    Website
  NSW, Sydney Dr. Prochazka, Dr Tony FACCSM (Med) 02 9233 3103    Website
  NSW, Double Bay Dr. Rastogi, Anoop FACCSM (Surg) 02 9362 1426    Website
  NSW, Haymarket Dr. Xu, Zhen FACCSM (Med) 02 8964 2550    Website
  QLD, Southport Dr. Botros, Sam FACCSM (Med) 07 5588 4777    Website
  QLD, Windsor Dr. Chen, James FACCSM (Med) 07 3857 6188
  QLD, Southport Dr. Heckenberg, Meaghan FACCSM (Med) 0484 898 977    Website
  QLD, Fortitude Valley Dr. Topchian, David FACCSM (Surg) 1800 745 536
  VIC, South Yarra Dr. Feldman, Joni FACCSM (Med) 03 9824 2500    Website
  VIC, Malvern Dr. Prochazka, Dr Tony FACCSM (Med) 1800 957 922    Website
  VIC, Malvern East Dr. Topchian, David FACCSM (Surg) 1800 745 536
  WA, East Perth Dr. Feldman, Joni FACCSM (Med) 08 9218 8488    Website
  WA, Nedlands Mr Murray, Glenn FACCSM (Med) 08 9389 9099    Website
  WA, Mandurah Dr. Xaftellis, Argie FACCSM (Med) 0478 220 220    Website