Consultation cheat sheet
Questions for my CoolSculpting consultation
San Diego, CA
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Fit and approach
- 1.1What makes coolsculpting a good match for the change I want?
- 1.2What other options would you want me to consider before I decide?
- 1.3Can we look at before and afters from people who started somewhere close to me?
- 1.4How would you tailor the coolsculpting plan to my body and goals?
2
Experience and safety
- 2.1Who will perform my treatment, and what license, credentials, and training do they have?
- 2.2How often do you perform coolsculpting, especially for people with a starting point like mine?
- 2.3Which product, device, or technique will you use, and why is it appropriate for me?
- 2.4What problems have you seen after coolsculpting, and what happens if I need help?
3
Recovery, cost, and follow-through
- 3.1What may I feel or see the first night, the first week, and one month later?
- 3.2Which symptoms are expected, and which ones mean I should call right away?
- 3.3What is the full quoted cost, including provider fees, facility, anesthesia, supplies, follow-up, and possible add-ons?
- 3.4What happens if the plan changes, I need more care, or the result does not match what we agreed on?
Before you go
A five-minute prep list
- Bring a current medication, supplement, allergy, and health history list.
- Save a few CoolSculpting results that show what you like and what you do not want.
- Write down the change you care about most so the consultation stays focused.
- Bring your calendar and check treatment, recovery, travel, and follow-up timing.
- Set the total amount you are comfortable spending before you discuss payment options.
Say this first
The one thing I want them to understand
Consultation notes
What I want to remember
San Diego edition
Write the answer in your own words. If something still feels unclear, circle it and ask again before you decide.
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The plan, in my own words
What would they do, with which product or technique, and over how many visits?
2
The result they believe is realistic
What change should I expect, and what is unlikely to change?
3
Risks or tradeoffs to think about
Which ones apply to me, and what would the practice do if something went wrong?
4
The full price
What is included, what may cost more, and what might I pay for maintenance later?
5
What still needs an answer
Write down anything that felt vague, rushed, or different from what you expected.
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My next step, if I want one
Do I need another consultation, more time, or one specific piece of information?