Lipedema Surgery Center Specializes in the treatment of Lipedema. It is a painful condition often confused with obesity. Do you have it?

Photos compliments of Dr. Karen Herbst.

Disproportionate Body

With Lipedema, the lower body is much larger than the upper body. The lower half often requires a much larger clothing size.

Lumpy Skin

Lipedemic tissue is doughy and has indentations like cellulite. Often grainy nodules can be felt below the skin.

Cuffing

For many with Lipedema, extra tissue collects around the ankles while feet remain unaffected.

Knees

Lipedema causes fat tissue to deposit around the knees and inner thighs.

Upper Arms

In the later stages of Lipedema, fat collects on the upper arms.

If you have one or more of the above symptoms you may have Lipedema.
Find out more or schedule your Lipedema appointment now.

Jovanni Neblett-Blackmon, M.D.

Dr. Blackmon holds a Bachelor Degree from Harvard University, her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Blackmon uses the same lymph-sparring liposuction technique as used by Dr. Byrd. Read More>

Marcia V. Byrd, M.D.

Dr. Byrd is the founder and Medical Director of Lipedema Surgery Center. She has over 30 years of experience and has performed over 10,000 lipedema surgeries. Dr. Byrd has developed an exclusive and unique surgical approach to this debilitating disease. She offers her patients hope and direction on how to treat this fat disease. Read More>

Leading Lipedema Specialists

The Atlanta area lipedema surgery practice of Dr. Marcia Byrd and Dr. Jovanni Blackmon provide patients with exceptional care through personal care and modern technology.

At Lipedema Surgery Center, our specialists focus on helping our patients seek to meet their goals and aspirations while they fight in their battle against lipedema disease. As leaders in the field, we are focused on performing the most effective lipedema surgical treatments.

The Lipedema Surgery Center

Located in the quiet Atlanta suburb of Roswell, Georgia, the center is designed and staffed around the expert care and treatment of only Lipedema patients.

Many of our patients describe our office as being warm and inviting, “a homey atmosphere”. Our experienced staff members are caring individuals who desire to make your experience at Lipedema Surgery Center as one that is positive, supportive, and focused on your individual needs throughout your lipedema journey.

At the Lipedema Surgery Center, all surgeries are performed on-site in their surgical suite. Marcia Byrd, MD and Jovanni Backmon, MD perform life transforming lipedema procedures daily.

Insurance Coverage for Lipedema Surgery

It has taken years for the team at Lipedema Surgery Center to establish relationships with insurance carriers and educate them on Lipedema. We have been successful in getting our patients approved by many insurance carriers. Read More About the Insurance Process>

Insurance policies differ greatly between providers and can make things complicated when it comes to lipedema surgery. Historically, lipedema surgeries have been excluded from regular health insurance coverage because many insurance companies classify it as cosmetic. However, lipedema is increasingly recognized as a medical condition that requires surgical treatment.

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Hear What Our Patients Have to Say:

“Dr Bryd gave me a feeling and quality of life I never thought I’d experience again.”

Dr. Byrd does this day in and out. You want someone who knows this disease. I traveled from New Hampshire and Florida to see her. I was 61-64 and had 4 procedures. I never had severe pain. Legs and abdomen were my worst areas. Insurance did NOT pay for it. The total was the cost of a nice car but the best money I ever spent. When I began I said this is either the smartest thing I’ve ever done or the worse. But it has been nothing but a positive. It’s been approximately 2 years since I finished. I’ve lost over 60 lbs. No regrowth. My mobility has improved drastically. I cringe thinking where I’d be if I hadn’t taken the plunge.

Cindy, Facebook, Nov. 2023

“So incredibly thankful to Dr. Byrd and her staff.”

Back home in Texas recovering from my last two surgeries. Looking back, I probably would not have done arms and posterior thighs in the same week. It’s a lot to manage during the recovery process. Due to my husband’s job though, we were limited on when we could travel to Georgia for all 5 procedures. Thankful they were all completed in just under a year. Looking forward to when everything stabilizes over the next few months. So incredibly thankful to Dr. Byrd and her staff for their kindness, professionalism, support, and sense of humor.

Susan, Facebook, August 2024

“Dr Bryd gave me a feeling and quality of life I never thought I’d experience again.”

Dr. Byrd does this day in and out. You want someone who knows this disease. I traveled from New Hampshire and Florida to see her. I was 61-64 and had 4 procedures. I never had severe pain. Legs and abdomen were my worse areas. Insurance did NOT pay for it. Total was the cost of a nice car but the best money I ever spent. When I began I said this is either the smartest thing I’ve ever done or the worse. But it has been nothing but a positive. It’s been approximately 2 years since I finished. I’ve lost over 60 lbs. No regrowth. My mobility has improved drastically. I cringe thinking where I’d be if I hadn’t taken the plunge.

Cindy, Facebook, Sept. 2023

” I appreciate Dr. Byrd and I am grateful for her. God gave her a gift.”

So far, I have had 2 lipedema procedures, the lower front and the lower back of my legs. I appreciate Dr. Byrd and I am grateful for her. God gave her a gift. I have several more procedures to go and I can’t wait to see those results and feel how much better I’ll be. I am almost 2 weeks post op from the lower back legs procedure. I m still a bit sore but I am healing fine. I have worn my compression stockings just as she said to. I have cut back on carbs.I use my tactile pumps three times a week and then everyday and night I do my own lymphatic drainage massage. I did have some lumpy areas but that was as expected and has gotten better every day. I try to focus massaging more on areas that seem to be more swollen. I believe this has helped tremendously with my healing process. The staff and nurses at Dr. Byrds clinic are the sweetest. I call all the time with questions and they are always able to answer my questions or help me with whatever I need. I love everyone there at the Lipedema Surgery Center. I highly recommend Dr.Byrd and her staff for anyone with Lipedema issues like me.

L.P., Google Review

“They helped with securing insurance from my provider. “

I have completed my surgeries with Dr Byrd. I am so very pleased. Being from Texas I researched the Lipedema professionals and stood out. They helped with securing insurance from my provider. Every surgery was a good experience. Knowing that she studied with the professionals in Germany and now dedicates her practice to those who suffer with Lipedema was the biggest consideration. Outstanding office staff always willing to help. Great facility to perform the surgeries. All this led to me getting the help I needed. Thank you Dr Byrd. I now have Byrd legs!

M.W., Google Review