About Jennifer Reichel - Pacific Dermatology and Cosmetic Center

The physicians and skin care specialists at Pacific Dermatology & Cosmetic Center are a dedicated team with expertise in medical dermatology, Mohs skin cancer surgery, and aesthetic surgery. Dr. Reichel and her wonderful staff are committed to excellence in patient care. Whether your appointment is for skin cancer treatment, a cosmetic procedure or a medical dermatology concern, we provide the highest level of compassion and quality of care. Located in a state-of-the-art office just off I-5 in Northgate, we use only the most effective, reliable skin care and laser technology. We offer comprehensive, patient tailored care.

Seattle Liposuction

We are proud to offer patients our extensive experience and expertise in liposuction, the single most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in the U.S. today. Liposuction sculpts the body by removing undesirable fat that has not responded to diet and exercise from the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck. Liposuction not only offers the opportunity to slim and contour chubby areas of the body; by removing the fat cells, it also ensures that these areas will not accumulate fatty deposits in the future.

Our doctors know that all patients are different, both in their body shapes and in what they wish to achieve with liposuction. We take as much time as necessary during every pre-operative consultation to learn what each patient wants liposuction to do for them, and to decide which technique is best. In this way, every one of our patients enjoys completely customized treatment designed with his or her specific goals in mind.

Liposuction Techniques
The liposuction procedure begins with the injection of a solution composed of saline (salt water), a local anesthetic called lidocaine, and a small amount of adrenaline to decrease bruising and bleeding. This is known as either the tumescent or super-wet technique, depending on the ratio of the fluid to the fatty tissue being removed.

Once this solution has been introduced into the area planned for liposuction treatment, the doctor proceeds with one of two different methods of liposuction currently approved by plastic surgeons: suction-assisted lipectomy (SAL) or ultrasonic-assisted lipectomy (UAL).

In both methods, a tiny incision is made in as inconspicuous a place as possible. In SAL, a cannula (small tube) is inserted and moved back and forth beneath the skin, breaking up the fat layer and suctioning it out. In UAL, ultrasonic energy is used to liquefy the fat before it is suctioned out with a cannula.

he liposuction procedure may last from one to five hours, depending on the amount of fat being removed. The doctor will use either local anesthesia or general anesthesia, again depending on the size of the area(s) being treated, as well as several other factors. We will discuss which method is best for you during your pre-operative consultation.

Risks of Liposuction
Risks are uncommon when the liposuction is performed by a qualified surgeon. Nevertheless, they do occur, and may include the following:

• Infection
• Delays in healing
• Fat clots or blood clots
• Shock
• Fluid accumulation
• Burns
• Perforation injury
• Lidocaine toxicity
• Unfavorable drug or anesthesia reactions

Liposculpture

What is Liposculpture?
Liposculpture is liposuction. They are really synonymous. However, some experts use the term "Liposculpture" when they are treating smaller areas of fat such as on the neck, or the knees. Or they use “Liposculpture” when talking about "sculpting" areas on individuals that have only minimal fatty deposits (such as a young athletic female that has a small excess of tummy fat). In my practice, they are the same procedure. Suction assisted Lipoplasty is the medical term that encompasses "Liposuction", "Liposculpture" and "Tumescent liposuction".

What is "tumescent liposuction", and what technique do you use?
The technique that Dr Reichel uses is "Tumescent liposuction".

Tumescent liposuction was coined and developed by a dermatologist (Dr Jeffrey Klein) in the mid 1980s. It means to use a large amount of very dilute anesthetic to tumesce (swell) the fatty tissues. It allows for removal of fat cells while patients are awake, and it greatly decreases the amount of bleeding and complications. Currently, almost all, or all, liposuction is done using tumescent anesthetic whether the patient is awake or under general sedation.

Tumescent Liposuction

After more than 10 years as America’s most popular surgical beauty fix, liposuction remains the only true method to permanently remove unwanted fat deposits and reshape the body.

Dr. Reichel is specially trained in the tumescent liposuction technique. Using the tumescent technique, Dr. Reichel is able to perform the procedure without general anesthesia. "I use moderate sedation so that you are breathing on your own and are able to communicate with me during your procedure." Because of this, you can eat and drink normally before the procedure. We recommend that you do drink water the evening before and morning of your procedure, as well as have a light breakfast. During the 1 – 2 hour procedure, areas to be treated are first injected with a dilute local anesthetic to eliminate any discomfort. Dr. Reichel then uses a small hollow stainless steel tube called a cannula to remove the unwanted fat. Using the small bore cannula decreases the recovery time and allows patients to return to normal activity in just a short time. Interest in liposuction remains strong because it is still the only way to re-sculpt the body in just one procedure. The technique is considered permanent, because the fat cells that are removed can never re-grow.

Results are especially good for those who have tried dieting and exercise but are still unable to lose areas of exercise resistant fatty deposits. Liposuction can be used to smooth the tummy, thighs and love handles. It is also great for shaping the neck and jawline. Liposuction can reshape smaller areas like the arms and legs. This can provide more definition to these areas, creating a leaner and more graceful silhouette.

Dr. Reichel has been performing liposuction for more than 8 years with fabulous results.

Meet Dr. Jennifer Reichel, MD

As the founder and director of Pacific Dermatology & Cosmetic Center, Dr. Reichel believes that an all-encompassing approach to skin care is the key to a radiant and healthy complexion. Dr. Reichel is a board-certified dermatologist with advanced fellowship training in a wide range of skin care treatments, such as: Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery, liposuction, facial rejuvenation, eyelid lifts, Botox, tissue fillers, lasers and leg vein treatment.

With more than ten years of intense training and practice, Dr. Reichel successfully divides her practice between skin cancer surgery and cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Reichel attended the University of Colorado for both her undergraduate degree and her doctorate of Medicine. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Molecular & Developmental Biology in 1993 and completed medical school in 1998. Dr. Reichel finished her four year Dermatology residency training at the University of Washington.

She specialized in Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery and cosmetic surgery through an accredited post-graduate fellowship at the University of Washington. This is the foundation for performing facial and body rejuvenation as well as administering Botox, fillers and laser treatments.

She is currently a Clinical Associate Professor of dermatologic surgery at the University of Washington. She actively teaches cosmetic procedures to the residents and fellows of the University. Dr. Reichel is active on a national level and is a regular speaker at skin surgery meetings. She has been featured on television, and in numerous magazines including New Beauty, Spa Magazine, Allure, Skin & Aging and MedEsthetics.

Dr. Reichel is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons, the American College of Mohs Surgeons (ACMS), the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), the Women’s Dermatologic Society and the Seattle and Washington Dermatology Societies.

With a passion for excellence, Dr. Reichel is dedicated to delivering custom-tailored results that are harmonious with the patients’ goals and proud reflections of Pacific Dermatology & Cosmetic Center.

Payment & Financing Options
We accept cash, checks, major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. We also have a payment plan available through Care Credit for all procedures over $300.00.

Academic Affiliations

Academic Appointments

Hospital Affiliations

Fellowships

Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery

Certifications

Board Certified Dermatologist

Address/Directions

11011 Meridian Avenue N. Suite 102
Seattle, WA, 98133

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Procedural Information - Jennifer Reichel - Pacific Dermatology and Cosmetic Center

Procedures

• Abdomen
• Arms
• Back
• Buttocks
• Chin/Cheeks/Jowls
• Fat Transplantation
• Female Breast Reduction
• Hips and Waist
• Inner Thighs
• Knees
• Legs/Calves/Ankles
• Male Breast Reduction
• Males Flanks

Facilities

• State Licensed And/Or Medicate Approved Surgical Facility

Anesthesia

• IV Anesthesia/Sedation (Conscious Sedation/Mac) and Tumescent Technique
• IV Analgesia/Sedation and Tumescent Technique

Incisions

• 3 to 4 mm linear incisions

After-Care

• Some are closed and some are left open

Garments

• 6 Days Or Less
• 14 to 21 Days

Qualifications

Other Degrees

Fellowships

Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery

Societies

Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS)
The American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS)
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS)
Women’s Dermatologic Society (WDS)
Seattle and Washington Dermatologic Societies

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