Kare Plastic Surgery · Santa Monica · Los Angeles
Ultrasound Assisted Lipoma Removal
Los Angeles
804 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · (310) 998-5533
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian at Kare Plastic Surgery uses color Doppler ultrasound to map lipomas precisely before removal, making excision safer, more complete, and achievable through the smallest possible incision.
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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, MD FACS Dual Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Kare Plastic Surgery · 804 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · (310) 998-5533
Ultrasound Assisted Lipoma Removal · Los Angeles
Lipoma Removal with Ultrasound
A lipoma is a benign fatty tumor that grows slowly beneath the skin. Most lipomas are painless and soft to the touch, but larger ones, those near joints, and deep or intramuscular lipomas can cause pressure, discomfort, and limited movement. Lipomas do not resolve on their own and are most reliably removed by surgical excision.
At Kare Plastic Surgery, Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian offers ultrasound-guided lipoma evaluation. A high-frequency GE ultrasound with color Doppler imaging maps features of a lipoma and identifies blood vessels and anatomic structures. This planning allows Dr. Karamanoukian to design the smallest effective incision and the safest path to complete removal, reducing bleeding and the risk of nerve injury. See also our forehead lipoma removal page. Call (310) 998-5533.
Why Ultrasound Changes the Outcome
MapsSize and Depth
Ultrasound may help identify anatomic features which the clinical exam alone often underestimates. This can help determine incision size, anesthesia type, and whether the procedure is done in-office or in a surgical center.
Identifies Adjacent Vessels
Color Doppler identifies blood vessels coursing through or adjacent to the lipoma.
Color Doppler Lipoma Imaging at Kare Plastic Surgery
Color Doppler Lipoma Ultrasound · Kare Plastic Surgery Los Angeles · September 16, 2026 GE color Doppler ultrasound performed by Dr. Karamanoukian at Kare Plastic Surgery, showing vascular flow within a lipoma. Red and blue Doppler signal maps blood vessel location before excision to minimize bleeding and nerve risk. (310) 998-5533.
Lipoma Types Treated at Kare Plastic Surgery
Subcutaneous
Intramuscular
Forehead and Scalp
Back and Shoulder
Neck
Arm and Forearm
Trunk and Flank
Thigh
Kare Plastic Surgery · 804 7th Street, Santa Monica
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is ultrasound used for lipoma removal?
Ultrasound shows the exact size, depth, and boundaries of a lipoma before surgery and identifies adjacent blood vessels and nerves via color Doppler imaging. This planning allows the smallest possible incision and the safest approach, particularly for large or deep lipomas. Call Dr. Karamanoukian at (310) 998-5533 at Kare Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles.
Are all lipomas removed the same way?
No. Superficial lipomas are removed under local anesthesia through a small in-office incision. Deep, intramuscular, or large lipomas near vessels or nerves require pre-operative ultrasound mapping and a more carefully planned surgical approach. Ultrasound allows Dr. Karamanoukian to determine the right approach before the first incision. Call (310) 998-5533.
Is lipoma removal covered by insurance?
Lipoma removal may be covered by PPO insurance when the lipoma is symptomatic, growing rapidly, or causing pain or functional limitation. Purely cosmetic removal is typically not covered. The team at Kare Plastic Surgery assists with insurance documentation. Call (310) 998-5533 for a same-week evaluation in Los Angeles.
Kare Plastic Surgery · Los Angeles & Santa Monica · 804 7th Street
Remove Your Lipoma with Dr. Karamanoukian
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, dual board-certified plastic surgeon at Kare Plastic Surgery, performs ultrasound guided lipoma removal for all lipoma types throughout Los Angeles. Same-week appointments available. Call now.