Lipedema Reduction

Advanced Lipedema Treatment

At The Roxbury Institute, our Department of Surgery represents the pinnacle of surgical excellence, combining decades of expertise with the latest innovations in surgical technique and technology.

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The Mission of ALT

We believe that exceptional surgery results from the perfect marriage of technical precision, artistic vision, and deep understanding of human anatomy.

Our surgeons take time to understand your individual goals, concerns, and expectations, creating personalized treatment plans that deliver results that look natural and feel authentic to who you are.

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Meet Our Advanced Lipedema Treatment Team

Our surgeons are recognized leaders in their specialized fields with distinguished backgrounds in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.

Aria Vazirnia, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologic Surgeon & Lipedema Liposuction Surgeon

Dr. Aria Vazirnia, MD, MAS, FAAD, is a Harvard-trained, double board-certified dermatologic surgeon. Building on his esteemed Harvard fellowship, Dr. Aria has established himself as a leading Lipedema Surgeon with the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) Program at The Roxbury Institute, treating patients in Los Angeles, CA, and Salt Lake City, Utah.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation
Tumescent Liposuction
The ALT Method
Lipedema Reduction Surgery
Lipedema Diagnosis
Advanced Lipedema Treatment

Aria Vazirnia, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologic Surgeon & Lipedema Liposuction Surgeon

Dr. Aria Vazirnia, MD, MAS, FAAD, is a Harvard-trained, double board-certified dermatologic surgeon. Building on his esteemed Harvard fellowship, Dr. Aria has established himself as a leading Lipedema Surgeon with the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) Program at The Roxbury Institute, treating patients in Los Angeles, CA, and Salt Lake City, Utah.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation
Tumescent Liposuction
The ALT Method
Lipedema Reduction Surgery
Lipedema Diagnosis
Advanced Lipedema Treatment

David Amron, MD

Founder & Medical Director

Board-certified dermatologic surgeon and the pioneer of lipedema surgery in the United States. Dr. Amron's innovative techniques and dedication to advancing medical knowledge have established him as a global leader in his field. As founder of The Roxbury Institute and star of Netflix's "Celebrity Plastic Surgeons of Beverly Hills," he has dedicated his career to setting new standards in patient care and surgical excellence.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation
Liposculpture
Lipedema Diagnosis
Advanced Lipedema Treatment
Tumescent Liposuction
Mini-Lipo
Cosmetic Liposculpture
Revision Liposuction
Calves & Ankles Liposculpture

David Amron, MD

Founder & Medical Director

Board-certified dermatologic surgeon and the pioneer of lipedema surgery in the United States. Dr. Amron's innovative techniques and dedication to advancing medical knowledge have established him as a global leader in his field. As founder of The Roxbury Institute and star of Netflix's "Celebrity Plastic Surgeons of Beverly Hills," he has dedicated his career to setting new standards in patient care and surgical excellence.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation
Liposculpture
Lipedema Diagnosis
Advanced Lipedema Treatment
Tumescent Liposuction
Mini-Lipo
Cosmetic Liposculpture
Revision Liposuction
Calves & Ankles Liposculpture

David Smart, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologic Surgeon & Lipedema Liposuction Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah

Dr. David Smart is a distinguished board-certified dermatologic surgeon bringing exceptional expertise to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation
Advanced Lipedema Treatment
Lipedema Reduction Surgery
The ALT Method
Tumescent Liposuction
Lipedema Diagnosis

David Smart, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologic Surgeon & Lipedema Liposuction Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah

Dr. David Smart is a distinguished board-certified dermatologic surgeon bringing exceptional expertise to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation
Advanced Lipedema Treatment
Lipedema Reduction Surgery
The ALT Method
Tumescent Liposuction
Lipedema Diagnosis

Rodney Schmelzer, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah

Dr. Schmelzer specializes in bodily plastic and reconstructive surgery, working closely with lipedema surgeons Dr. David Smart and Dr. David Amron at The Roxbury Institute surgical center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Areas of Expertise
Body Contouring
Reconstructive Surgery
Lifting Procedures
Brachioplasty
Thigh Lifts
Tummy Tucks
Excess Skin Removal
Body Lifting

Rodney Schmelzer, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah

Dr. Schmelzer specializes in bodily plastic and reconstructive surgery, working closely with lipedema surgeons Dr. David Smart and Dr. David Amron at The Roxbury Institute surgical center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Areas of Expertise
Body Contouring
Reconstructive Surgery
Lifting Procedures
Brachioplasty
Thigh Lifts
Tummy Tucks
Excess Skin Removal
Body Lifting

Shawn Moshrefi, MD

Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Los Angeles

Dr. Shawn Moshrefi, Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Los Angeles, is a Stanford-trained, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a distinguished background. Renowned for his proficiency in addressing Lipedema patients and performing lymphatic surgery, Dr. Moshrefi was handpicked by Dr. David Amron to join the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program.

Areas of Expertise
Breast Augmentation
Body Contouring
Reconstructive Surgery
Lifting Procedures
Thigh Lifts
Brachioplasty
Tummy Tucks
Excess Skin Removal
Facial Rejuvenation
Plastic Surgery
Breast Lifts

Shawn Moshrefi, MD

Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Los Angeles

Dr. Shawn Moshrefi, Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at The Roxbury Institute in Los Angeles, is a Stanford-trained, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a distinguished background. Renowned for his proficiency in addressing Lipedema patients and performing lymphatic surgery, Dr. Moshrefi was handpicked by Dr. David Amron to join the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program.

Areas of Expertise
Breast Augmentation
Body Contouring
Reconstructive Surgery
Lifting Procedures
Thigh Lifts
Brachioplasty
Tummy Tucks
Excess Skin Removal
Facial Rejuvenation
Plastic Surgery
Breast Lifts

Dr. David Amron, MD

Founder & Medical Director

Board-certified dermatologic surgeon and the pioneer of lipedema surgery in the United States. Dr. Amron's innovative techniques and dedication to advancing medical knowledge have established him as a global leader in his field. As founder of The Roxbury Institute and star of Netflix's "Celebrity Plastic Surgeons of Beverly Hills," he has dedicated his career to setting new standards in patient care and surgical excellence.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation

Dr. Jennifer Ahdout, MD

Director of Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology

Board-certified dermatologic surgeon and the pioneer of lipedema surgery in the United States. Dr. Amron's innovative techniques and dedication to advancing medical knowledge have established him as a global leader in his field. As founder of The Roxbury Institute and star of Netflix's "Celebrity Plastic Surgeons of Beverly Hills," he has dedicated his career to setting new standards in patient care and surgical excellence.

Areas of Expertise
Lipedema Surgery
Body Contouring
Advanced Liposuction
Research & Innovation

Dr. Shawn Moshrefi, MD

Director of Plastic Surgery

Stanford-trained, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon bringing exceptional expertise to complex aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Moshrefi's distinguished background and commitment to surgical excellence make him a trusted choice for patients seeking the highest quality outcomes. His particular expertise in facial rejuvenation and body contouring has earned recognition from peers and patients worldwide.

Areas of Expertise
Facial Rejuvenation
Breast Surgery
Body Contouring
Reconstructive Surgery

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