Dr. Joseph F. Capella is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in body contouring, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Trained at the Mayo Clinic, he worked alongside his father, renowned bariatric surgeon Dr. Rafael Capella, assisting in over 1,000 bariatric procedures. This experience gave him unique insight into treating weight loss patients with precision and care. As Chief of Post-Bariatric Surgery at Hackensack University Medical Center and a four-time Best Doctors in America honoree, Dr. Capella attracts patients from across the U.S. and beyond for his expertise.
IN PLASTIC SURGERY AFTER WEIGHT LOSS AND BODY CONTOURING
THE WORLD'S LARGEST WEIGHT LOSS GALLERIES
By The Numbers:
25,000+
Patients cared for
Body contouring procedures after weight loss
15,000+
Body lift personally performed
2,500+
Inner thigh lifts personally performed
Arm lifts personally performed
3,000+
Tummy Tucks personally performed
2,000+
1,000+
Largest published series by a single surgeon on body lifts, arm lifts, and medial thigh lifts
Largest experience and photo gallery in body contouring after weight loss in the world
25+
Years in practice
from more than 99% of patients
5 Stars
Dr. Capella’s practice is devoted to cosmetic surgery and post-weight-loss body contouring, with over 25 years of experience and 25,000+ procedures performed. He has completed over 15,000 body contouring surgeries on weight loss patients, making him one of the most experienced surgeons worldwide. Dr. Capella has the largest published series of arm lifts, body lifts, and thigh lifts in massive weight loss patients and is recognized internationally for his expertise. A passionate educator, he regularly lectures at leading plastic surgery conferences and has co-authored several key textbooks in the field. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including ABC’s 20/20, The View, Elle, and CNBC, and he has been named one of New York’s Top 10 Plastic Surgeons.
I knew I was in the right hands.
After researching multiple surgeons, I chose Dr. Capella because of his extensive experience with arm lifts. From my first consultation, he was honest, thorough, and made me feel completely comfortable. I knew I was in the right hands, and that confidence meant everything going into surgery.
The scars are so precise, no one can tell I had surgery
Dr. Capella’s attention to detail is incredible. The placement and healing of my scars are so precise that no one can tell I had surgery. My results exceeded anything I saw elsewhere, and I am beyond happy with the outcome.
Dr. Joseph Capella performed my brachioplasty and I love the results. I had no pain, openings, infections, or complications. After surgery either the Dr or his staff followed up with phone calls to make sure all was good. I had three other consults with other plastic surgeons and felt he was the best for me since loosing over 135 lbs. Dr Capella and his staff (Kerry, Macey and Scott) are the best!
Dr Capella and his staff (Kerry, Macey and Scott) are the best!
With over 2,000 arm lift procedures performed, patients from across the country trust Dr. Joseph F. Capella for results that are both transformative and natural.
Dr. Capella performed my arm lift and the results have been life-changing. I am back in tank tops and sundresses, and the scar is barely noticeable. His experience with brachioplasty really shows in both the results and the recovery.
I finally feel confident wearing sleeveless again.
Dr. Joseph Capella performed my brachioplasty and I could not be happier with my results. My arms are now thin, sculpted, and beautifully shaped. The scars have healed so well they are barely noticeable, and for the first time in years, I feel confident wearing sleeveless clothing.
I’m back in tank tops and dresses again
After significant weight loss, I chose Dr. Capella for both a body lift and arm lift. I could not be happier with my results. It is incredibly rewarding to finally feel comfortable in my body—this truly feels like the final step in my transformation.
This was the final step in my transformation.
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An arm lift is a procedure that treats the hanging skin on the underside of the arm. With the effects of time and frequently following weight loss, both men and women can lose definition in their arms. The excess skin is sometimes associated with fat deposits in these areas as well.
Excess fat is a common concern for many individuals. With aging, however, and particularly with weight loss, the skin of the arm becomes loose. Liposuction alone of the arms of patients with loose skin will very likely lead to contour irregularities and a poor outcome. Liposuction in conjunction with a skin tightening procedure such as an arm lift, on the other hand, can avoid the problem of contour irregularities and improve results in those with excess fat in the arms.
The arm lift procedure is an ideal choice for those looking to remove excess skin (and usually fat) from the arms to restore a more youthful appearance. If you’re looking to get slimmer and more defined arms, schedule a one-on-one private consultation with the expert of plastic surgery after major weight loss, Dr. Joseph Capella.
What Is An Arm Lift?
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Scar location is extremely important in arm lift procedures. We want you to feel as comfortable as possible showing your arms and enjoying life after surgery. Dr. Capella places the scar along the bottom of the inner arm, where tailors have positioned shirt seams for hundreds of years.
Call us today at 201-818-9199 if you have any questions about arm lift surgery or if you want to schedule a FREE consultation!
The ideal candidate for this operation is an individual with excess skin along the underarm. Individuals who have undesirable skin irregularities along the arm, secondary to liposuction may benefit greatly from this procedure. This single operation can have a dramatic effect on a person’s body. Your overall health will be evaluated prior to surgery and medical clearance is required.
Call us today at 201-818-9199 if you have any questions about arm lift surgery, if you're a proper candidate, or if you want to schedule a FREE consultation!
Call us today at
201-818-9199 if you have any questions about arm lift surgery, if you're a proper candidate, or if you want to schedule a FREE consultation!
An arm lift surgery can help you achieve a balanced and pleasing aesthetic result. Many patients seeking an arm lift will reduce sagging skin, or “bat wings,” that can’t be tightened with diet and exercise alone. This creates a more sculpted, toned, and balanced look for the upper body.
Patients find an arm lift to be very gratifying because of its ability to improve both arm contour and tone. Liposuction is a great surgery to pair with an arm lift, but will only address the arm fat, while arm lift will address the loose & sagging skin that is typically the result of fat loss. Most individuals are not aware of the operation and only first recognize its potential during consultation with Dr. Capella.
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Give yourself the gift of expert care and world-class results. Schedule your remote or in-person consultation with Dr. Capella to receive care from the field’s foremost authority in body contouring after weight loss.
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