Liposuction Testimonials

I am so honored by this letter from a patient who wanted me to post her review after her breast reduction.

“I finally decided to have a breast reduction surgery last summer after decades of thinking about it, and I am so glad I did. After initially consulting with a different surgeon who would have been covered by my insurance, a consultation that lasted all of ten minutes, I realized that surgery is too important to choose a doctor based on cost. While researching Bay Area plastic surgeons who are known for this particular procedure, I found Dr. Greenberg; after reading the overwhelmingly positive online reviews, I called to make an appointment.

During the initial consultation that lasted an hour, Dr. Greenberg was both helpful and knowledgeable. She got to know me as a person and gave me a realistic picture of what she could do to provide the result I was seeking. She also helped me with information about menopause, which I had recently been through, going above and beyond to support me as a person, not just a surgical patient. In addition to the breast reduction, Dr. Greenberg suggested that I think about liposuction, which I had never considered because of my misconceptions of the possible after effects. She took the time to present all of the information clearly and directly, and I appreciated her straightforward and honest approach. The last thing I want in a doctor is someone who doesn’t tell me the whole truth!

My surgery went exactly how Dr. Greenberg described in the pre-op appointments, and I am so happy with the results. I decided to have both the breast reduction and liposuction, and I am glad that I did; I now have my pre-menopause body back, and it feels amazing. Five months after my surgery, my body feels great, and the surgical scars are barely there. I am grateful to Dr. Greenberg and her staff for such an excellent experience, and I know that I will definitely return to her for any future procedures. I recommend her to everyone that I know, and I even have told my East Coast friends the Dr. Greenberg is worth the cross-country flight!”

I’ve had bad results with lipo before, so this started out as possible repair job on my arms. The previous surgeon stuck a cannula in a few times for few inches, charged me a fortune, and left me lumpy and skeptical on the whole thing. After reading the many “filtered” reviews on Yelp (always a good idea) I decided to get a consult with Dr. Greenberg. Through good listening, clear communication, great advice and a much longer surgery time she achieved what I always thought plastic surgeons could do in theory. Incredible results, even better than I had hoped for. She definitely takes pride in her work and has an artistic eye. She even disguised the scars with asymmetry and by using slightly curved rather than straight cuts. Unlike the hype of so many plastic surgeons, Dr. Greenberg was forthright and realistic up front, then dazzling in results. And for the amount of time she spent, the value is clear–compared to feeling overcharged before. If I ever need anything else done, I know I’ll get good advice from Dr. Greenberg. I will tell all my friends that finally I’ve found a plastic surgeon who is not taking advantage of people, but who really can change your body shape. I have a waist for the first time in years! I’m a tough customer and am super happy with the results. Delighted with the whole experience. Highly recommended.

– Gorge E. August 29, 2013

“When I was considering breast reduction, liposuction and upper eyelid blepharoplasty surgeries I saw 3 other physicians before I met Dr. Lauren Greenberg. Probably the most important reason I chose her was that she did not minimize the importance of whether I really was a good candidate for the surgeries I was considering, and we worked together for several months making sure my weight was stable, and that my lifestyle would make the changes I was making sustainable.  From the beginning, Dr. Greenberg really gave me the truth about my responsibility in the process to ensure a successful outcome, and was extremely thorough in preparing me for the procedures both beforehand and afterwards.  The surgery she did for me was amazing; my husband and my friends tell me I look wonderful, and I feel really great. Her availability via email, phone and appointments whenever I felt I needed them during my recovery process was truly extraordinary. Dr. Greenberg takes seriously the importance of all of the realities these types of surgery entail, and I felt she took every possible precaution to ensure my preparedness and comfort, both physically and mentally. She is a truly gifted surgeon and a compassionate physician whose sense of responsibility to her patients is ever present.  I feel so lucky that I got to work with Dr. Greenberg on my little personal transformation; I feel like she gave me back myself.”

L.R., Breast Reduction and Liposuction patient, Palo Alto, CA

“I chose Dr. Greenberg because of her honesty and her amazing results focused on keeping her patients looking natural.  I can’t say enough about how positive my experience has been.  She has made this a smooth process and I am so happy with my results!  She has always promptly addressed my concerns before and after surgery which has made this so personal for me.  I recommend Dr. Greenberg to all my family and friends! Thank you for making my personal choice to have surgery so personal.

Thanks Dr. G.!”

K.O., Breast Augmentation, Eye Lift, and Liposuction patient, San Mateo, CA

“I’ve had bad results with lipo before, so this started out as possible repair job on my arms. The previous surgeon stuck a cannula in a few times for few inches, charged me a fortune, and left me lumpy and skeptical on the whole thing. After reading the many “filtered” reviews on Yelp (always a good idea) I decided to get a consult with Dr. Greenberg.

Through good listening, clear communication, great advice and a much longer surgery time she achieved what I always thought plastic surgeons could do in theory. Incredible results, even better than I had hoped for. She definitely takes pride in her work and has an artistic eye. She even disguised the scars with asymmetry and by using slightly curved rather than straight cuts.

Unlike the hype of so many plastic surgeons, Dr. Greenberg was forthright and realistic up front, then dazzling in results. And for the amount of time she spent, the value is clear–compared to feeling overcharged before. If I ever need anything else done, I know I’ll get good advice from Dr. Greenberg. I will tell all my friends that finally I’ve found a plastic surgeon who is not taking advantage of people, but who really can change your body shape. I have a waist for the first time in years!

I’m a tough customer and am super happy with the results. Delighted with the whole experience. Highly recommended.”

G.E., Liposuction patient, Saratoga, CA

I had lipo and a mini tummy tuck two years as of last October. You may remember me by being the patient that was a bit depressed and not feeling as fabulous as I thought I would. Well, Dr. Greenberg today I am feeling wonderful and so happy that I went through with the surgery. I have been working out, eating 5 small protein/veggie meals – throughout the day and have lost 36lbs. I now can fit into a size 6…Yes!! I never have I been able to obtain this goal. I am only 14lbs. away from meeting my ultimate goal of 125 lbs.
My body looks and feels so slim, this too is something I was never able to achieve, even at my lowest weight. I always had those hips that prevented me from getting into a size 8 not even thinking size 6 was possible. Also being able to cross my legs, which may sound weird but I always thought this was not going to happen for me being 5’1″, I figured my short legs just won’t cross like other women. I could go on and on, giving you all the pros, what I would like for you to know is this: Yes, my post surgery was rocky, and you seemed so concerned, I just want you to know that it may have taken me a bit to get there, but I am there and enjoying everything about my slim hips and flat tummy!!
You are the best – thank you.

J.F., Liposuction and Tummy Tuck

“My experience with Dr. Greenberg has been terrific and very transforming for me, both physically and emotionally.  After having 4 kids in 5 ½ years, I had put my body through a lot.  I had also passed the 40 year mark, and felt I needed to do something now so I could enjoy my body and appearance.  So, I interviewed plastic surgeons, and Dr. Greenberg stood out immediately.  Her ability to relate to my situation (she has young children too) and my concerns with my body, plus her great personality, made me instantly know she was the surgeon for me.  She did an awesome job on giving me my body back; my breasts haven’t looked so good since I was in my early 20s.  She is caring and responsive and I would highly recommend her to anyone.  Her work on helping me fix what the babies did to my body, particularly by breasts, really transformed not just my body but my attitude.  I am so confident now and happy with my body, which I have not been in more years than I can remember.  The results are worth it! ”

E., Breast Lift and Liposuction patient, Atherton CA

I searched for a plastic surgeon for about 2 years. Dr Greenberg was the last surgeon I met with and am so glad it took as long as it did. I found Dr Greenberg to be very knowledgeable and to be a great listener. Yes she is Stanford educated which is great but it’s her quest to discover the newest, safest techniques to improve outcomes that I found especially attractive in her practice. She did not have “an agenda”, she did not try to push for any unnecessary procedures. She listened to what I needed and offered me the best approaches to meeting my goals. She is an amazing surgeon! I had a breast augmentation and lipo about 2 months ago and I couldn’t be happier! My body looks 100% natural. I don’t have any visible scarring which is amazing. Dr Greenberg took such great care in ensuring all my incisions would blend right in. She certainly has a client for life!!!

K.K., Breast Augmentation and Liposuction patient, Stanford, CA

I highly recommend Dr. Greenberg and tell my friends about her when they ask about age defying treatments. Dr. Greenberg reconstructed my breasts 1-1/2 years ago and I could not be more happy about the results. She was very thorough in explaining the results to me and I gave her my full trust and rightly so – she did a beautiful job with both breasts – one that was 35% missing tissue due to breast cancer. She took my “cut up boob” and made it match the other side as best as anyone could. It healed beautifully and 18 months later I am still very happy with the results. I fully trust her for all of my needs – fillers, lipo and anything else that I will need to have done over the years now since I am 50. Dr. Greenberg is honest and trustworthy. I can say this with confidence as I interviewed 6 surgeons around the SF Bay Area and went with my gut – best decision. Thank you Dr. Greenberg for helping me feel more confident and I appreciate your professionalism. Sincerely,

M.M., Breast Cancer Reconstruction, Breast Lift, and Liposuction patient, Saratoga, CA

Squeezed in a final visit to my favorite surgeon today before leaving the Bay area after 20 years and heading to Boston. As usual, Dr. Greenberg was lovely, and I am going to miss her extraordinary and sincere bedside manner. I have been a client of Dr. Greenbergs for over a decade since first visiting her to correct severe, unwarranted (no children yet) ptosis in my already size D breasts. She provided me with honest feedback and ensured I had realistic expectations about the outcome of any surgery, whether it were a lift etc. Ultimately, I went with a mid sized implant under the muscle, instead of going with a lift that might have resulted in extensive scarring. The outcome has been fantastic and 10 years later, I am still very happy. Dr. Greenberg also had a wonderful approach to “Mommy Makeovers” ! I went to see her after my first child to figure out how to get rid of the last bit of challenging chub on my tummy, thighs and flanks. I wanted a tummy tuck, and she helped me understand the procedure, and as usual in sincerely honest approach, helped me to see that a tummy tuck wasn’t necessary at all, that will a little bit of lipo in the right areas, and diet & exercise, I would have the results I came in looking for. Two years after that procedure, I am completely pleased – Dr. Greenberg is not just a surgeon, but an artist as well! She completely resculpted my waistline and gave me curves that were better than when I was 25! I am fortunate that in every consultation, Dr. G has been direct, honest and clear with what to expect, where other doctors that I had consulted with more or less agreed with me or told me what I wanted to hear. I have referred her to dozens of friends who have had similarly great expriences. When it comes to procedures like these, its crucial to find a doc with integrity, a good sense of humor, and willing to tell it like it is. A consummate professional, I can guarantee that I will be coordinating my future botox appointments (which is another A++ for the Dr.G!) during my business travels to the Bay Area!

K.S., Breast Augmentation, Eye Lift, and Liposuction patient