Dr Laura L. Machado, MD, FACS, FASMBS Sacramento, California

Name: Laura L. Machado, MD, FACS, FASMBS
Last name: Machado
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2000
Years experience: 23
Primary Specialty: Bariatric Surgeon
Business: Sacramento Bariatric Medical Associates
Address: 5769 Greenback Ln.
Address suite: Ste. 1
Phone: +1 916-338-7200
City: Sacramento
State: California
Zip Code: 95841
Country: US
Consulting Fees: 0$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges: 
  • Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: California State University Stanislaus, Turlock, California
  • Graduate: MD, University of California, San Diego, California, 1995
Postdoc Training: 
  • Residency: General Surgery, University of California, Davis, California, 2000
  • Fellowship: Advanced Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery, Montefiore Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Bronx, New York

GPS coordinates on map: 38.5737,-121.4869995

Laura L. Machado, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Primary location: 
Location name: Sacramento
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 38.5737,-121.4869995
Treatments: 
  • CoolSculpting
  • Hair Loss Treatment
  • IPL
  • Lap Band
  • Laser Toenail Fungus Removal
  • Pixel Laser
  • Tattoo Removal

RealSelf Info

Rating: 3.7
Profile views: 376
Answer count: 16
Review count: 3
5 star count: 1
Total star count: 1
Star rating: 2.403663653132
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: May 12, 2015
Profile modified: Oct 2, 2019
Profile photo modified: Feb 21, 2020
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Unclaimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: May 29, 2019
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Sacramento, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 38.5737,-121.4869995

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Jul 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Oct 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Is it possible to run the CoolSculpting applicator for less than the full 50 mins?
CoolSculpting Cycle Times
Jun 24, 2019
The CoolSclupting cycle is based upon years of research and development. The cycle times are specific for each applicator. If your are worried about too much of a reduction, the applicator size should be adjusted, never the cycle time.
P.S. I have never had a patient complain of too much reduction. It is important that your physician is experienced in the correct application to avoid any contour defects.
I have Protein S deficiency and never had any clots. Can I get CoolSculpting?
Protein S deficiency
Jun 24, 2019
Protein S deficiency increases your risk of blood clots. You would receive special medications to prevent excess clotting after surgery. Coolsculpting is non-surgical and there are no contraindications for you. Good luck!
Will 30 minutes on each leg be enough to reduce my saddle bags?
Outer Thigh Treatment Times
Jun 24, 2019
The outer thigh application is 75 minutes for each side. This is one of the areas we find is highly reactive, meaning patients see some real changes from the first treatment that appear over 3 months. It is likely that you can get the results you are looking for in one treatment, but time will tell. The outer thigh applicator is the coldest applicator and when placed correctly and can yield excellent results!
How many arm treatments can one have on CoolSculpting?
Repeat arm treatments
Jun 17, 2019
Make sure that you have fat in the area and not just lax skin. Best to be evaluated by your same facility and specifically a physician in this case.
Am I a good candidate for CoolSculpting?
It’s your journey
Jun 17, 2019
Keep working on your own timeline. CoolSculpting is an option for you either now or in the future. Some patients use it to “finish” their progress, others to help motivate themselves to push harder. Do keep in mind that many patients do get the additional benefit of collagen stimulation and skin tightening as well. Best of luck!
When one is affected with PAH post CoolSculpting, is it obvious?
PAH
Jun 17, 2019
PAH is a known, but rare event after Coolsculpting. It needs to be evaluated and diagnosed by the physician associated with your treatments. It tends to occur most commonly in patients of Polynesian descent. It is quite obvious when present and is treated by liposuction. I would definitely seek evaluation and follow up if you have concerns.
Should I get two CoolSculpting treatments on my abdomen or one on my abdomen and one
How best to use “treatments”
Jun 17, 2019
In general, you need to completely treat an area to get the best results. Don’t try to split treatments and spread it out too far. Any experienced provider can give you a realistic idea on the number of sessions needed for a given area. Pictures would help us give you a better idea.
I’m a 19 year old male weigh 215 and 6ft, when I lose the weight will I have noticea
Loose skin after weight loss
Jun 17, 2019
As a bariatric surgeon, I treat patients of all ages who accomplish extreme weight loss. After almost 20 years in practice, I can definitely say that loose skin is NOT predictable. In general, younger patients and males have less issues overall. The things that can be controlled are nutrition and exercise. Make sure your diet includes appropriate protein supplements to maintain muscle mass as your are losing weight. Also incorporate weight training and resistance work…
How Long Does the Coolsculpting Procedure Last and How Many Treatments Are Needed?
Coolsculpting Treatments
May 29, 2019
The Coolsculpting treatments are an FDA approved procedure that destroys 25-30% of the fat cells in the treated area permanently. However, you still have fat cells in the area that can continue to grow unless you follow a good healthy diet. The amount of treatments depend on the amount of fat in the targeted area. Consult your nearest Certified Coolsculpting provider for a consult of the areas you are concerned with.
How Much Does CoolSculpting by Zeltiq Cost?
Coolsculpting prices
May 29, 2019
Coolsculpting prices vary from practice to practice depending on how many treatment areas there are and how many times the areas need to be treated. I would call a Certified Coolsculpting provider and ask for a consult.
1 year post-op my abdomen is bloated. How can I get the swelling to decrease? Do I h
Bloating and swelling
May 29, 2019
This does not sound like a Coolsculpting side effect, I would recommend you make an appointment with your Primary Care Physician to explore the causes.
I had a hernia repair about 4 years ago, I now would like to get cool sculpting, can
Coolsculpting over a repaired hernia
May 29, 2019
As long as your hernia repair is intact and the mesh is in place and there is ample amount of fat over the area, Coolsculpting would be fine. However, if there is an existing hernia then please consult your surgeon.
I am 13 and 188 lbs. Only 5 foot 2 inches. How do I lose weight?
Teenage Weight Loss
May 29, 2019
Hello Brittany,
It is important to take a good look at your diet and get some general nutritional information from your primary care physician. In general, you should limit process foods and carbohydrates (breads, pastas, chips, and sweets). Make some general changes first and increase your activity over the summer. That is the best place to begin!
I need to lose weight but I’m allergic to all fruits and vegetables. Options? (photo
Allergies to fruits and vegetables
May 29, 2019
A true allergy to ALL fruits and vegetables would be very rare. I recommend that you consult an allergy specialist for skin testing to determine your true sensitivities.
I am 230 lbs and 5 foot 7, what weight loss surgery is recommended for me to achieve
Bariatric surgery
May 28, 2019
Each person is different in which Bariatric procedure is best and if they fit the criteria. I would contact a Bariatric surgeon close to you and discuss your options.

Last updated on 11/24/2023