Liposuction Surgery

About Liposuction Surgery

Liposuction is a surgical procedure in which excess fat is removed from the patient’s body. According to the guidelines of the Israeli Ministry of Health, the amount of fat that can be removed in a single surgery must not exceed six liters, although smaller volumes can also be treated. In general, liposuction procedures are categorized into three main types: small-volume liposuction (2–2.5 liters of fat), medium-volume liposuction (3–4 liters of fat), and large-volume liposuction (5–6 liters of fat).

All liposuction procedures in Israel are performed in hospitals, and the vast majority of patients remain under observation for one night after the procedure. This is where the major advantage of the Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh) comes into play: since the procedure is performed at a full-service hospital specializing in such surgeries, the patient is not treated as an “external guest.” Instead, they remain in the hospital under continuous surgical team supervision and are discharged only after thorough post-operative examinations.

Who Is a Candidate for Liposuction Surgery?

Liposuction is not intended for individuals with significant excess body weight or for those whose skin has lost elasticity. The procedure is suitable for patients who wish to remove localized fat deposits and/or resculpt specific areas of their body.

It is vital that the patient inform the surgeon of any current medications or prior surgeries. During the pre-operative consultation, the surgeon reviews the patient’s medical history and determines their suitability for the procedure. Expectations regarding surgical outcomes are discussed, and the surgeon also explains the potential risks associated with the operation.