Understanding Lipedema Surgery with Dr. Thomas Hagopian

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Thomas Hagopian, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in Lipedema. Dr. Hagopian shares his background, the reason behind his move to Atlanta, and his experience in treating Lipedema. He discusses the complexities of Lipedema surgery, from the challenges of insurance approvals to the differences between cosmetic and symptomatic surgery. Dr. Hagopian emphasizes the importance of patient expectations, the need for thorough consultations, and the significance of finding a qualified surgeon. He also addresses the concerns and misconceptions about anesthesia, the role of physical therapy in preparing for surgery, and the trends in insurance coverage for Lipedema. This episode provides valuable insights into the surgical and non-surgical management of Lipedema, aiming to educate and guide patients through the process.00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:40 Journey to Atlanta02:09 Specializing in Lipedema03:29 Insurance and Patient Experience05:37 Surgical Techniques and Considerations08:56 Importance of Board Certification20:46 Insurance Challenges and Trends28:19 Navigating the Complexities of Lipedema Documentation29:09 Challenges Faced by Lipedema Patients30:08 Misconceptions and Misunderstandings About Lipedema33:18 The Role of Surgery in Lipedema Treatment43:40 Consultation and Insurance Process for Lipedema Surgery51:03 Advice for Lipedema Patients Considering SurgeryFollow us on Social media!!!Kristy's Contact information:IG⁠⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/sunrisehealingaz?igsh=bnNleGpubHhhdDFr&utm_source=qr⁠⁠⁠FB Group⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F3pseJKUd/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠⁠⁠Website is below  Kristy Dellacroce,MS,OTR/L, MLD-CSunrise Healing, LLC⁠ ⁠⁠sunrisehealingaz.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lipedema Advocate 856-297-7437Cindy contact information⁠FB:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/withcindyhowell⁠⁠Private FB Group:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/7021999704562921⁠⁠⁠IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/withcindyhowell/⁠⁠⁠Cindy Howell RN PHC MPCHWebsite:⁠ ⁠⁠www.withcindyhowell.com⁠⁠⁠Lipedema advocate: 860-550-1161Dr. Thomas Hagopian https://www.instagram.com/drthomashagopian/?hl=enhttps://youtu.be/0AWz2pKmahU?si=nU33GFLzY4tJPS8fTo schedule a consult, call the office: