Making the decision to undergo liposuction is just the start. Then comes your research! Going about choosing the right liposuction surgeon to look after you is a vital part of that research, and must be approached with diligence, as this is probably the most important factor of your research.

One thing is for sure, there is no dearth of liposuction surgeons, but it is important that you chose a surgeon with loads of experience in liposuction. You may be lucky enough to find an expert surgeon in your locale, or you might have to travel further afield in your quest for the best.

To expedite your search for an expert liposuction surgeon, it is vital that you thoroughly check out their qualifications before undergoing any liposuction surgery. Are they board-certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), or they have board certification from some other prominent cosmetic surgery board? You could crosscheck with the Florida medical board to verify the liposuction surgeon’s credentials. Having narrowed down your search to the top two or three liposuction surgeons it is time to go and visit them for a consultation.

The most common aspects you need to focus on during an initial consultation are as follows: Ask about the liposuction surgeon’s area of expertise. There are different forms of liposuction practiced by different surgeons, you need to familiarize yourself with these and then ask any questions you need to about which one is the best choice for you.

Make sure that the surgeon has performed lots and lots of liposuction surgery procedures. You know what they say about ‘practice makes perfect’! Make sure that the surgeon has the best technological equipment available at his disposal.

If price is a factor, check their liposuction pricing is in line with your budget. Ask the surgeon for before and after pictures of other patients who have had the same area you are interested in having done.

Liposuction surgery, like any other surgery, involves risks and complications. Your surgeon needs to fill you in on all the potential risks of this surgery, and should be available to you after the procedure if you should have any concerns or questions.

Most importantly, make sure that your surgeon will be actively involved in your post-operative care. You don’t want to end up having your after-care assigned to a junior member of staff.

In summary, your best outcome largely depends on the expertise of the liposuction surgeon. So choose your surgeon with care, you are after all making an investment in yourself, and you want to make sure you get this right.