![](https://thenevadaglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/download-2024-03-06T064251.873-1210x642.png)
Las Vegas Leading the Way in Limb Lengthening Surgery
By TheNevadaGlobeStaff, March 5, 2024 2:59 pm
Las Vegas, NV – Known for its extravagant entertainment and world-class attractions, Las Vegas is now gaining recognition for a unique medical procedure: limb lengthening surgery.
Growing Demand for Height Augmentation:
- The Limbplastx Institute in Henderson, Nevada, is witnessing a surge in demand for this procedure, particularly with the introduction of a new device promising faster recovery.
- Patients, like a local businessman who wished to remain anonymous, seek this procedure to improve their appearance and boost confidence.
Pioneering Surgeon and Diverse Applications:
- Dr. Kevin Debiparshad, known as Dr. D, is at the forefront of this field.
- While Las Vegas may not be traditionally associated with medical advancements, Dr. D aims to change that.
- He utilizes his expertise not only for cosmetic purposes but also for corrective surgeries addressing deformities, injuries, and even cancer treatment.
Faster Recovery with New Technology:
- The recently FDA-approved Precice Max device allows patients like the anonymous businessman, who has struggled with his height for two decades, to experience a faster recovery compared to previous methods.
- This advancement is expected to significantly reduce the recovery time, allowing patients to return to their daily lives sooner.
Motivations and Second Chances:
- Patients like Hugo Ramirez, who underwent limb lengthening surgery last year, highlight the perceived advantages of increased height.
- While Ramirez endured a challenging recovery period, he is ready for a second procedure using the new device, aiming to reach his desired height.
Expanding Practice and Public Awareness:
- Due to the rising demand, Dr. D is expanding his practice to a larger facility to accommodate the growing patient base.
- He will also be featured in a new special, “IMPACT x Nightline: Short Kings: The Big Business of Getting Tall,” on Hulu, raising awareness about this niche medical field.
Credits: Fox5Vegas
Copyright 2024 702 Times, NV Globe. All rights reserved
Latest posts by TheNevadaGlobeStaff (see all)
- Nurse Lawsuits Pershing County Sheriff’s Office for Unlawful Detention at Burning Man - September 7, 2024
- Clark County School Board Member Faces Potential Removal - September 7, 2024
- Utah’s Intermountain Healthcare Eyes Partnership for Southern Nevada Children’s Hospital - September 6, 2024