Liposuction in Gatineau, QC
Personalized Refinement Using Advanced Tech
- A combined and customized liposuction treatment using advanced technologies/techniques
- Treatment plans starting at $8,000
- Sedation-based surgery
- High-touch aftercare: 6–9 follow-up visits in the first year
Why Choose Dr. Berbari?
Comprehensive Toolkit
Dr. Patricia Berbari does not rely on a one-size-fits-all approach. Dr. Berbari uses a full suite of advanced ultrasound-assisted and laser technologies: VASER, SmartLipo, RF skin tightening, and FaceTite. This gives her the ability to sculpt more precisely, address stubborn fat, and improve skin quality in a single, coordinated treatment.
Sedation-Based Surgery
Most liposuction procedures by Dr. Berbari use gentle sedation rather than general anesthesia. This approach helps patients feel relaxed during treatment while supporting a smoother recovery, less downtime, and a safer overall experience.
High-Touch Aftercare
Dr. Berbari personally monitors each patient’s recovery with six to nine follow-up visits during the first year. This high-touch aftercare allows for close oversight, early intervention if needed, and consistent guidance as your results continue to refine.
25+ Years of Experience
Dr. Patricia Berbari has demonstrated body contouring expertise through consistently excellent results for more than 25 years. During this time, her practice has become a training and reference center for radio frequency-assisted liposuction.
Ready to Explore Liposuction?
If you are considering liposuction in Gatineau or traveling from Ottawa, a personal consultation is the best place to start. Dr. Berbari will evaluate your goals, review your options, and recommend a treatment plan designed around your body.
Dr. Berbari focuses on smooth contours and balanced proportions, not overcorrection. When paired with a stable lifestyle, liposuction results can be long-lasting, offering meaningful value beyond the initial procedure. Request your consultation today to discover the possibilities.
Your Liposuction Journey Starts Here
What Liposuction Can Address
Even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, certain areas of the body can retain stubborn fat. Liposuction is designed to refine these areas and improve overall body contours, helping patients feel more confident in and out of clothing.
Patients commonly seek liposuction to address excess fat in areas that have been resistant to traditional weight-loss efforts.
Areas That Can Be Treated With Liposuction
Liposuction can be performed on many areas of the body, including:
- Abdomen and waist
- Hips and flanks
- Thighs and legs
- Arms
- Back
- Chest
- Neck and chin
- Pubic area
- Bra fat
- Knees
Lipoedema
A tough condition caused by inflammation of fat in the thighs, which can be addressed by Vaser ultrasound-assisted liposuction.
Body Remodeling in Gender-Affirming Surgery
Lipo can help sculpt masculine or feminine contours as part of gender-affirming surgery. Our practice welcomes non-binary and LGBTQ+ patients.
Male Breast Reduction: Gynecomastia
In some cases, liposuction may also be used to treat medical concerns such as gynecomastia, excessive underarm sweating, or benign fatty deposits.
Is Liposuction Right for Me?
Liposuction Candidacy
Liposuction is best suited for patients who are close to their goal weight and looking to refine body contours rather than lose weight. Ideal candidates are generally in good overall health, do not smoke, and have realistic expectations about what the procedure can achieve.
Unlike dieting, which only shrinks fat cells, liposuction permanently removes them. After adolescence, the body stops creating new fat cells, making lipo results truly lasting.
It is important to understand that liposuction is not a weight loss solution or a treatment for cellulite. During your consultation, Dr. Berbari will carefully review your health history and goals to determine whether liposuction is appropriate for you.
Schedule Your Liposuction Consultation in Gatineau, QC
If you are considering liposuction in Gatineau, QC, or the greater Ottawa area, schedule a consultation with Dr. Patricia Berbari, a board-certified plastic surgeon, to learn more about your options and determine the best next step for your goals.
What to Expect From Planning to Recovery
Personalized Surgical Planning
Every procedure begins with a customized plan. Dr. Patricia Berbari selects and combines technologies and techniques based on the treatment area, skin quality, and contour goals to ensure balanced, natural-looking refinement.
Surgery Day
Your procedure is performed in our modern surgical center using sedation or general anesthesia for comfort. Small incisions are placed discreetly, and targeted fat is gently emulsified and removed using the most appropriate technique for each area. Treatment typically takes one to two hours.
Early Recovery
Compression garments are worn for approximately six weeks to support contouring and healing. Most patients return to light activity within a few days, depending on the extent of treatment.
High-Touch Aftercare
Exceptional results require close follow-up. Dr. Berbari personally sees patients six to nine times during the first year to monitor healing and ensure optimal long-term results.
Combining Liposuction With Other Procedures
Many patients from Gatineau and Ottawa choose to combine liposuction with other procedures to enhance their overall results. Liposuction is often incorporated into broader treatment plans, including:
- Fat transfer to restore volume to areas such as the face or buttocks
- Breast procedures, including augmentation, lift, or reduction
- Body contouring surgeries such as tummy tuck or mommy makeover
- Fat transfer for body remodeling, using your own fat to reshape and refine your silhouette (including gender-affirming transformations)
Combining procedures can improve efficiency and help create more comprehensive, balanced outcomes.
What to Expect on Surgery Day
Guidance for a Smooth Recovery
We perform liposuction at our modern surgical center, which is equipped with advanced surgical technology.
After sedation is administered, Dr. Berbari creates small, discreet incisions and carefully removes targeted fat using the most appropriate technique for your treatment plan.
Most liposuction procedures take one to two hours, depending on the number of areas treated. Patients are typically able to return home the same day.
Recovery and Results: What to Expect After Liposuction
Some swelling and bruising are expected following liposuction, but results are often visible relatively quickly as healing begins. Compression garments are usually worn for several weeks to support healing and help optimize contouring.
Downtime varies depending on the extent of treatment, but many patients return to light activities within a few days. Lymphatic massage in the early post-op period is recommended to help decrease swelling and support faster healing. Dr. Berbari and our team will provide detailed aftercare guidance and closely monitor your recovery through scheduled follow-up visits.
Commitment to Safety
& Natural Results
- Liposuction is a surgical procedure and, like all surgeries, carries some degree of risk. Potential complications are uncommon but may include infection, bleeding, or contour irregularities. Rare cases of deep venous thrombosis, fat embolism, and death are reported in the medical literature.
- By choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon with advanced training and a meticulous approach, patients can feel confident they are in capable hands. Dr. Berbari focuses on producing smooth, natural-looking results and stands behind the care she provides.
- Medical guidelines recommend not removing more than four litres of fat in one session. Dr. Berbari is very conservative and does not exceed three litres in one session.
Liposuction Pricing
Clear pricing helps patients plan with confidence. While every treatment plan is personalized, the following ranges provide helpful guidance.
- Submental liposuction for the neck and chin starts at $6,000 and includes skin tightening
- Liposuction for one or more body areas typically ranges from $8,000 to $12,000, depending on the number of areas treated and the complexity of the procedure
- VASER and SmartLipo treatments generally start around $10,000.
We'll review exact costs during your consultation, after a full evaluation and discussion of your goals.
Flexible Financing Options
Many patients choose to finance their liposuction procedure rather than pay the full cost upfront. Our Gatineau surgical center works with multiple reputable financing providers to help make treatment more accessible.
During your consultation, our team can review available options, explain monthly payment structures, and help you determine what fits best with your budget and timeline.
