Lipedema is a frustrating and often misunderstood condition. At its core, it’s a chronic and abnormal accumulation of fat, typically in the legs, but sometimes affecting the arms as well. Unlike regular fat, lipedema fat does not respond to diet and exercise.
If you feel like your lower body is disproportionately larger — and no matter how healthy you eat or how active you are, nothing seems to help — you’re not alone. Many women with lipedema feel discouraged, uncomfortable, and even dismissed by providers who don’t recognize the condition.
Lipedema can be painful, physically and emotionally. But there is hope — and effective treatment.
Why Liposuction Is the Gold Standard for Lipedema Treatment
While compression garments and lymphatic massage may offer short-term relief, liposuction is the only proven treatment to reduce lipedema fat and provide long-term improvement.
At Imagen, we use SAFR liposuction — our unique, physician-developed protocol — to remove lipedema fat safely and effectively. The results can be life-changing: reduced pain, better mobility, and the confidence of feeling like yourself again.
This isn’t cosmetic. This is about comfort, function, and freedom.
Why Imagen Is a Top Choice for Lipedema Surgery
We understand lipedema — and we understand you.
At Imagen, we’ve specialized in advanced liposuction techniques for over a decade. Dr. Frank Soto has helped many women struggling with lipedema find real, lasting relief. We approach every case with empathy, precision, and personalized care.
Our SAFR liposuction method includes:
- Tumescent (local) anesthesia for comfort and safety
- SmartLipo laser for fat disruption and skin tightening
- Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL) for precision fat removal
- Renuvion® to tighten and tone the skin post-surgery
We don’t believe in quick fixes. We’ll work with you to build a comprehensive treatment plan that may also include nutrition and movement strategies to help prevent recurrence.
From your first consultation to your final follow-up, our physicians will walk with you every step of the way.
Real Patients. Real Relief.
The experience you’ll have at Imagen is personal, compassionate, and results-driven — but don’t just take our word for it.
Angela shares how lipedema liposuction at Imagen changed her life — giving her confidence, comfort, and the ability to enjoy movement again.
What to Expect from Your Lipedema Consultation
During your private consultation, you’ll meet one-on-one with one of our expert physicians. We’ll take the time to truly listen to your concerns and explain how liposuction works as a treatment for lipedema.
You’ll learn:
- Whether you’re a candidate for SAFR liposuction
- What results to expect based on your unique condition
- What your recovery will look like
- All the options available to you — no pressure, no obligation
We’re here to educate, support, and guide you toward the best path for your body and your goals.
What Affects the Cost of Lipedema Surgery?
We understand that liposuction is an investment — it’s an investment in your quality of life, comfort, and confidence.
The cost of your procedure will depend on:
- How many areas are being treated
- The severity of your lipedema
- Whether you’d like to include cellulite reduction (which is common)
While insurance coverage for lipedema liposuction is occasionally available, it varies widely by provider. We’re happy to guide you through what to ask your insurance company and provide documentation if needed.
Flexible Financing Options
We offer several financing plans to help make your treatment accessible — including options with no interest and no credit check. Learn more about financing here.
Consultations Are Always Complimentary
There’s no charge to find out if you’re a candidate, what your treatment plan might look like, or how much it would cost. We’re here to answer all your questions.
