What if you have done everything to lose weight, but your body remains disproportionate and you seem unable to lose weight from your lower body? Characterised by abnormal accumulation of fat (most commonly in the legs, hips, and occasionally the arms) you may be suffering from lipoedema.

All too frequently I see women with lipoedema who have been told for years to ‘just lose weight’. We now know that lipoedema can be resistant to dietary and exercise interventions and this incorrect medical advice often causes a great deal of distress. Liposuction has been found to reduce tissue bulk, pain, bruising, improve mobility, and can have a significant positive impact on their quality of life. 

Mr Mouzakis, Plastic Surgeon and Lipoedema Expert

We understand your frustration. Most women suffering from lipoedema struggle to find the right medical care. Often, patients will have had unsuccessful attempts to seek treatment for their condition: we often hear the struggles of women who have suffered the condition for years. General Practitioners often do not know about the condition or possible treatments. This is combined with a lack of local funding to help under the NHS. Consequently many women have suffered the condition for years whilst being unable to find treatment. Maybe you are early in your journey, and you are repeatedly turned away with the message that you aren’t sufficiently ‘advanced’ to qualify for treatment, but you know from your own research that this is a progressive disease that needs careful management.

Lipoedema (often spelt Lipedema in the US) is a chronic medical condition affecting subcutaneous fatty tissue. It is often misdiagnosed as obesity or lymphedema. Affected areas are often painful to touch or sensitive to pressure, easily bruised or feel heavy.

Lipoedema primarily affects women and is often triggered by hormonal shifts such as puberty, pregnancy, or menopause. Lipoedema fat is biologically different from standard body fat and does not respond to traditional diet or exercise. Despite the best efforts of lipoedema sufferers, a surgical approach involving lymphatic-sparing liposuction is often the most effective treatment. Surgical intervention reduces pain and bruising in affected areas, improves mobility, functionality and quality of life.

At Wood MediSpa, we offer the most comprehensive approach to lipoedema care in the UK. Our comprehensive service can help from initial diagnosis, through to treatment and long term management utilising the CORE Method. This holistic approach has been developed by experienced Lipoedema specialist Plastic Surgeon Mr Michael Mouzakis – also known as Dr Mooz. Mr. Mouzakis does not just perform surgery; he manages the condition. Mr. Mouzakis developed the CORE Method to provide a structured, clinical pathway for treating lipoedema to ensure long term success for his patients.

Our expertise spans early-stage lipoedema diagnosis and management, surgical solutions, post-liposuction skin retightening surgery, and long-term health management. Everything you need for exceptional care is available at Wood MediSpa. Use the navigation grid below to find out more.

Lipoedema National Hub

As a National Centre of Excellence for Lipoedema surgery, Wood MediSpa serves patients nationwide. Our Devon facility is the premier destination for advanced lipoedema liposuction for patients from all major UK cities. Wondering if you are Stage 1 or Stage 2 or Stage 3? Our online self-test uses clinical markers to help you identify your lipoedema stage instantly from home, before travelling for consultation.

The Destination for Specialist Care

Lipoedema surgery is a major decision: patients from all over the UK choose Wood MediSpa for our 5* reputation. Our approach to lipoedema care is unique within the UK.

The C.O.R.E approach enables you to feel fully supported from the beginning, whether you are in the early stages of lipoedema or have been a life-long sufferer of the condition. When you book in for a consultation with us, you will be offered the opportunity to join us for a Lipoedema Care Package. We highly recommend you choose this option if you want the most comprehensive care provision available. Find out more about our Lipoedema Care Package.

Host of World-Class Lipoedema Masterclass Training for Surgeons

At Wood MediSpa we believe that the best way to maintain clinical excellence is to learn from surgeons leading in their specialism. Our surgeons frequently travel abroad to visit peers and attend global meetings, ensuring they bring recent international developments back to their practice in Devon. We also host Masterclass Training sessions for surgeons. At our most recent lipoedema workshop led by renowned lipoedema expert Dr Jafar Jorjani with Mr James McDiarmid hosting and assisting, delegates were presented with two complex lipoedema cases with live surgery demonstrations on advanced lipo-sculpture techniques using systems like Microaire PAL and groundbreaking InMode Quantum RF skin tightening technology. Wood MediSpa’s commitment to continuous training and development directly elevates the patient experience through keeping our surgeons at the ‘cutting edge’ of the industry. We have also hosted specialist training courses for MLD therapists specialising in Advanced Lipoedema Liposuction Aftercare.

Your Wood MediSpa Experience

From your first contact with us, and throughout the entirety of your recovery and follow-up, you will experience the thoroughness, attention to detail, and warmth with which our fantastic team welcome and care for you. The first visit is an opportunity for your surgeon to get to understand your desires, to examine and evaluate physical requirements, to thoroughly inform you about the procedure or alternative treatments that will suit you best, to answer any questions you may have, and to introduce you to our professional and friendly staff.

Although an estimated one in ten women are affected by lipoedema, it is often misunderstood and mistaken for simply being overweight. This misdiagnosis can lead to significant delays in receiving the care lipoedema sufferers truly need. To support women on their journey towards understanding their bodies and to foster awareness about this condition, we are pleased to provide Mr. Mouzakis’ lipoedema self-test. Start your journey with a virtual self assessment from the comfort of your home. Invest just a few minutes of your time to complete this test and gain clarity on your next steps.

Next Steps?

If you suspect you may have lipoedema, even in the early stages, or you have had a positive result on the lipoedema Self Test, we recommend arranging a consultation with Mr Mouzakis. Early clinical intervention and management can help manage the progression of the disease. Even if you are in early Stage 1, you are welcome to attend a consultation. At consultation, Mr Mouzakis is able to determine a formal diagnosis. Utilising his CORE framework, you will feel fully educated about your condition and management options. Consider whether you might want to opt for our Lipoedema Care Package at the same time as your consultation.