Liposuction Surgery and Garment Choices for Lipoedema

Gathering information on Liposuction surgery and learning about the processes and procedures in place can be overwhelming for potential patients.

• The cost
• Quantity of fluid and fat removed
• Types of surgery
• Healing process
• Manual lymphatic massage
• Types of garments to wear
• Recuperation period
• Further surgeries

Garment wear before and after surgery as well as for non-surgical patients will also be addressed, and there will be a demonstration of garments on Lipoedema patients.

This casual information session will be free of charge and an opportunity to ask your questions of the specialists and people at the forefront of these topics.

Dr Beryl Tan

A specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr Beryl Tan has helped many people improve their lives with aesthetic enhancements that often also bring functional improvement to their quality of life. However, her professional approach to all procedures encompasses much more than just the exterior Dr Tan’s focus is placed on a positive body image, be it with or without surgery. She achieves this by paying attention to patient needs with care and empathy. Through a lens of compassion, your overall wellness journey is considered to ensure that the proposed procedure will help achieve your goals.

Dr Tan ensures that all patients are well informed, including all associated risks, with plenty of time to consider the procedure before deciding. It is important to Dr Tan that a mutual understanding of the desired goal is understood so a partnership can be created. This not only optimises the healing process but also ensures the best outcomes for you.

Susan Butcher

Susan is an accredited Lymphoedema Therapist and Clinical Manager of Oedema Institute, treating people with lymphoedema and lipoedema for over 12 years. She has worked tirelessly with patients and health professionals generating awareness on these conditions.

A guest presenter at the Lipoedema Australia conferences and presented internationally with Professor Stanley Rockson and Dr Tobias Bertsch around garment selection.

Date: July 6th 2022, 10am till 12noon
Booking: By phone 03 9641 9988, Email: reduction@oedemainstitute.com
Location: The Oedema Institute Education centre, Suite 4, M-city Medical, 2107 Dandenong Rd, Clayton
RSVP; 17th June 2022
Morning tea provided