At the Liposuction Institute of Louisville, we've not only earned our place in the cosmetic surgery world, we've raised the industry standard. For over 30 years, Dr. Garrett Crabtree has offered the latest advantages in liposcution surgery in the Louisville KY, and Lexington areas, using only local anesthesia in a private surgery suite. Many local physicians and nurses seek out Dr. Crabtree because of his excellent reputation, and extensive experience as a surgeon, as well as the desire to avoid using general anesthesia for a cosmetic procedure.
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Retired several years ago so I decided to have several liposuction procedures performed by Dr. Crabtree to get my abdomin, love handles, and chest area flattened out. This unique and effective procedure was painless and only required a local so I was able to drive home after the procedure. Recovery time was quick and within days I was able to return to my daily activities.
Dr. Garrett Crabtree graduated with honors from the University of Louisville in 1977 and completed his Dermatology Residency at the University of Louisville in 1981. He was a member of the honor fraternities, Alpha Omega Alpha and Phi Kappa Phi. Dr. Crabtree is Board Certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology.
The Smartlipo laser adds another step in achieving the best results with the tumescent liposuction surgical procedure, that Dr. Garrett Crabtree has successfully performed for many years. It is not, however, a stand alone procedure. The true determinant of a good result depends on Dr. Crabtree's expertise in Liposuction Surgery and not the laser.
Reviews (10)
Ashley Downing
Jan 08, 2022
Recently took the plunge and got lipo after my third child I was a little hesitant based on some of the reviews that I might not get the results because I wasn't going under and it's not as an abrasive surgery, but I actually see my results and I saw them immediately and they're only getting better! I did my back and lower hips. I'm most likely going back for my stomach sooner than later.
Andrea Smith
May 17, 2021
Suzanne Stermer
May 11, 2021
I had chin lipo done more than 13 months ago. I waited patiently but there are simply no results. It took me years to persuade myself to have lipo. When I finally decided to do it, I went with Dr. Crabtree and had a really good feeling about everything before my surgery. But then no results! I look just like I did before even though I lost a bunch of weight after this surgery.
When I told him how unhappy I was, he tried to convince me that it looked great and simply said "I am sorry that you are not happy with your results but there is nothing else I can do for you!" Everytime I look in the mirror or at pictures of myself, I get incredibly sad and upset that I took thousands of dollars which I had saved up for a while and simply drained it down the toilet.
It is very, very depressing! I had such high hopes for this surgery and gave Dr. Crabtree all of my trust - I even told him beforehand that I would like to see dramatic results and not just some small improvement - and he ripped me off. If there are no results, I think it would only be logic and fair to get your money back but of course, there was no such offer, just a half-hearted apology. Don't go there! You can do better things with your money! Dr. Crabtree should not be practicing any longer!
When I told him how unhappy I was, he tried to convince me that it looked great and simply said "I am sorry that you are not happy with your results but there is nothing else I can do for you!" Everytime I look in the mirror or at pictures of myself, I get incredibly sad and upset that I took thousands of dollars which I had saved up for a while and simply drained it down the toilet.
It is very, very depressing! I had such high hopes for this surgery and gave Dr. Crabtree all of my trust - I even told him beforehand that I would like to see dramatic results and not just some small improvement - and he ripped me off. If there are no results, I think it would only be logic and fair to get your money back but of course, there was no such offer, just a half-hearted apology. Don't go there! You can do better things with your money! Dr. Crabtree should not be practicing any longer!
Lindsay Cameron
Mar 28, 2021
Ali Falkner
Jan 16, 2021
Karen Hall
Jan 03, 2021
I had lost a lot of weight, but still had those problem areas. Dr. Crabtree got rid of those areas and I could not have been happier! Being able to play tennis, just a few days later, wearing my fun clothes again, and having my husband notice was so unbelievable! Do it for you, and enjoy your new look!
Logan Hutchison
Nov 06, 2020
Dr. Crabtree is the best of the best! He takes each persons natural beauty in account and really just enhances you in ALL the right ways. So much experience in this field and it shows! I see him for Dysport and my lips. I never feel over done which I feel can be done so often! I cannot recommend him enough and will stay forever!
Vel Petersen
Apr 22, 2020
Dr. Crabtree and team are extremely friendly and professional! I have an apple shaped body that is hard to lose the fat on top of my abdominal muscles. Dr. C gave clarity on procedure and how it can be done. The best part is the ability to still function the rest of the day, swollen but not groggy. I already see the results of the surgery. I'm glad I waited for the right procedure for me.
Rhonda Calvert
Dec 31, 2018
I had liposuction 6 months ago and I am so pleased with the results. Doctor Crabtree is so thorough professional and friendly I can't recommend him enough. I also went back just recently and had my veins in my legs taken care of. I will definitely go to Doctor Crabtree for all my cosmetic procedures.
Kathy Mattingly
Jun 03, 2016
This past May my son was getting married. I worked on getting my stomach pooch down through exercise. It wasn't working. Dr. Crabtree preformed liposuction on me and immediately I saw a major difference. I took it easy for a few days but went back to work and people remarked the difference it made. I was able to get in my dress for the wedding! I highly recommend Dr. Crabtree.
He is so compassionate and caring about his patients. The procedure was really a breeze. But I will say, don't think you are going to go in as a 60 year old woman and come out with a 40 year old body. We still have our same body! This is just a great enhancement.
He is so compassionate and caring about his patients. The procedure was really a breeze. But I will say, don't think you are going to go in as a 60 year old woman and come out with a 40 year old body. We still have our same body! This is just a great enhancement.
