Lipedema Specialist in Palm Beach County

Why Patients Choose Dr. Nichols

• Double-board-certified female plastic surgeon with a lipedema-focused evaluation pathway.
• Lymphatic-sparing technique emphasis when procedural care is indicated.
• Honest sequencing: conservative foundations before escalating to surgery.
• Insurance documentation support and superbills where appropriate — without promising coverage.

Palm Beach Logistics

Common drive-in communities include West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Boynton Beach, and nearby coastal towns. In-person visits are at 3471 North Federal Highway Suite 312, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306—typically a straight I-95 corridor trip for most Palm Beach patients.

• Plan parking and arrival buffer during weekday traffic peaks.
• Bring compression garments you already use so fit and compliance can be discussed accurately.
• If you prefer a callback first, call (561) 529-5077 ($250 consultation fee).

What Palm Beach Patients Often Want Clarified

• Whether lower-leg heaviness and cuffing are consistent with lipedema patterns versus other causes.
• How conservative care fits before any procedural discussion.
• What documentation is realistic for employers, travel, and insurers in South Florida.
• Whether staging procedures and recovery windows fit work and family schedules.

Consultation Process

• Clinical symptom review and differential considerations with Dr. Nichols.
• Treatment planning based on stage, goals, and quality-of-life impact.
• Insurance and documentation pathway guidance where appropriate.
• Consultation fee is typically $250; this is separate from any procedural costs.

How to Prepare Before Your Appointment

• Bring a concise timeline of symptoms and prior interventions.
• Note daily activity limits that matter most to your work, family, and mobility goals.
• Gather prior imaging, specialist notes, and compression or therapy history if available.
• Optionally start with the 2-minute assessment and review treatment planning.