Lipoedema

Pre-surgery information

 

Dr Naveen Somia 

Specialist Plastic Surgeon

PhD FRACS

AHPRA REG MED0001189889

 

 

 

Please take your time to consider the below information.  We're here to help and welcome any query to help you to know us better and feel confidence in your choice.

Naveen, Juanita, Jane, Tahlia 

 

 

About Dr Naveen Somia

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

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Estimate Guide -  Informed Financial Consent 

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Getting ready for surgery   

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Resources

Compression   I   Pumps   I  Metabolic health  I  MLD  Therapists   I  Nutrition   I  Exercise physiology   I    Psychology

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Biocompression pumps

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Dr Somia's pump protocol

 

Surgical compression garments for better outcomes

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Compression slider

Medigroup Garments

 

Post surgery Rehabilitation Option

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Post op instructions - discharge from hospital and ongoing 

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Surgery risk info

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Podcasts on Lipoedema 

 

DISCLAIMERS:   All surgical procedures are performed by Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Naveen Somia (PhD, FRACS - APHRA Reg:  MED 0001189889).  For full information on Dr Somia's qualifications and risk/recovery information on procedures please visit the procedure page on this website.  From July 1, 2023 all surgical procedures require a GP referral.
 
All surgery carries risks.  information provided is general only.  Outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes of others given factors such as genetics, diet and exercise.  Please seek a 2nd opinion from a qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon.