Dr. Arno Rene Schleich, MD

I inquired about a simple procedure to conceal or lessen the appearance scars and he did not want to answer my questions. He became annoyed that I asked questions and was rude. He e-mailed links on his website to see his credentials however they were all broken. I am from Trinidad, a small third world island in the Caribbean. If a "doctor" from Germany is coming all the way here to practice it's pretty obvious he is a quack. I consulted a doctor from neighboring island and he answered all of my questions over the phone and said his consultancy fee was $800 TTD to examine and advise. $800 TTD is $118 USD. "Doctor" Schleich wanted $3000 USD and did not want to answer any questions at all and was flippant in his behaviour and dismissive. Get advice from someone else.

My name is Kim and I had butt augmentation with Brazilian butt lift using SAFELipo liposuction and fat transfer as well as a tummy tuck  with abdominal wall reconstruction by muscle tightening done by Dr. Schleich at Trinidad Institute of Plastic Surgery when I was  35 years old, and 146 lbs. After having two children and very loose skin with stretch marks along with diet and exercise resistant fat in my waists and lower back the mommy makeover procedure consisting of SAFELipo liposuction, butt augmentation with fat transfer and a full tummy tuck was felt to provide the optimal body contouring results in my situation. Dr. Schleich was my surgeon, from the beginning to the end; he was extremely professional and a perfectionist throughout, who truly cares about each patient,s outcomes and listens to what is wanted, which is particularly important given the many ethnic variations in buttock shape in the Caribbean and the modifications possible during butt augmentation with the Brazilian butt lift. While I am impressed with the results, I am even more so with Dr Schleich’s post-surgery follow up. During follow up he paid attention to all my concerns and were able to alleviate them. He was always easy to contact with emails or a phone call if I had a question in between my appointments. He really did make himself available during my recovery. I think while you want your plastic surgeon to deliver good results as a Brazilian Butt Lift  is a very individual undertaking requiring a technically excellent surgeon with outstanding artistic capabilities, the overall care one experiences as a patient is very important. Dr. Schleich is the board certified plastic surgeon, who delivers both art and technique and has excellent post-surgery follow up built into your package. The recovery was not as painful as I thought it would be especially considering the extent of the mommy makeover I had done. The first two days were difficult but after that the rate at which I recovered was quick. After about 7-10 days I was able to be straight upright, my drains were off at day 10 and I started to sit for short intervals after my butt augmentation on postoperative day five. After 15 days I was just about back to normal activities including sitting and could have easily assumed my job at a desk. I am a very private person and honestly my results especially those from my Brazilian Butt Lift are outstanding; most people would be able to tell you had some work done so it’s been difficult to slowly reveal the results. The scar from the tummy tuck is very low and it’s easily possible to wear a two piece swimsuit. I was a size 8 and now wear a size 4 and I have never been happier with my body. I would encourage anyone who is thinking about doing a similar mommy makeover surgery with tummy tuck, butt augmentation, Brazilian butt lift and SAFELipo liposuction to go for it, it will do wonders to your life mentally, self-esteem and marriage and in the Caribbean Dr. Schleich at Trinidad Institute of Plastic Surgery is the board certified plastic surgeon you want.

I had such a wonderful experience with this doctor he was so informative and understanding also what I found very helpful was because of his experience a lot of misconceptions that I had about having surgery was clarified he is very approachable and skilled I have beautiful results to show.

I had a nasty nest of spider veins on my legs and wanted it removed. Visited Doc Arno. He explained the process, took his time on even the tiny ones . About 90% of them were removed . I Loved the results. He was actually cheaper than other Doc.

However I was quoted for one price for my procedure then he added on quite a hefty hidden charge pushing my total quote by double to over 45 thousand. When i observed this and asked what the additional fee was for he never answered but instead emailed a hostile message that I have been terminated from his so called Institute and if I reapply the fees would be much higher. He also said I have behavioural issues cuz I told him about his unprofessional email. Seems he's all about the money and not the welfare of his patients

After said procedures I look at least ten years younger with wrinkle free, glowing skin. And my face looks natural, no face lift look, close to how it looks on photos from ten or fifteen years ago. The entire process was smooth, by the clock, professional, courteous and with excellent follow-up care. Dr. Schleich spent a lot of time explaining the procedure in depth including an honest survey of the possible complications and sets realistic expectations with respect to the anticipated results. I had several visits with him and we spend a lot of time looking and before and after pictures from his extensive experience before we finally proceeded to schedule the surgery. Recovery was smooth, everything happened more or less on the day Dr. Schleich had said it would happen - suture removal, healing of the peel, scar fading etc. At the moment I could not be more satisfied. If you consider plastic surgery, look no further than Dr. Schleich.

I am very pleased with Dr. Schleich . I had tummy tuck and breast implants done. I am still recovering but so far he has been an exceptional doctor.

Wonderful Dr. I was so afraid about doing a mommy makeover, but by the time I was ready for surgery Dr Schleich made me feel so comfortable. My body looks 19 years old and my healing is magnificent. I'm 48 years old 5'1 and 132 lbs, and I feel great. I would recommend Dr. Schleich to anyone, btw he is up front with all the things that can go wrong but assures you that he will do he best, and man he did. Love you Dr Arno S. Schleich.

He pretend he has qualifications in Neurology and intentionally misdiagnoses you.He will deny you needed treatement.He is to be stayed away from he will fraud your exam and surgery and damage you

If you are looking for a doctor who exemplifies medical expertise in his field, great bedside manner, the ability to overcome challenges and offer solutions which work, see Dr. Arno Schleich. Dr. Schleich is very detailed and a master in his craft.

Very unprofessional and just full of talk and charm to take your money. All about the money.

After reading reviews on RealSelf and RateMDs, I decided to comment as well. Unfortunately I allowed myself to have plastic surgery with this "doctor". He is able to explain what should be done, i.e. the correct technique, but cannot actually perform the technique to achieve good results, liposuctioned areas has many irregularities and dents. Do not be fooled by his ability to "talk".

Dr. S is truly amazing! I thought about this procedure for about 2 yrs & when I finally decided, everything fell into place. Dr. S worked with my tight schedule & he was more than accommodating! Follow up was wonderful, he alleviated all concerns & fears- NO wait time. Results were better than I anticipated! Would recommend Dr. Schleich to anyone considering having a procedure done...I'm truly grateful for Dr. S & the change he has made in my life.

Please take the wait time with a grain of salt, he is under high demand and he spends a lot of quality time explaining everything. Dr. Scheilch is very detailed and thorough, a little dry and to the fact, but you cannot argue with the outcome. Had breast implants and tummy lipo. Dr. Is a perfectionist and he gave me exactly what i wanted. He called me every week for follow up and was available 24/7 for questions and freak outs. Not an easy procedure for me, but if you are going to do it this is the guy.

Very professional, is a perfectionist gives you the best option even if he makes less money from doing the procedure.

Dr Arno performed abdominal and flank liposuction on me. At the consultation, he explained everything, managed expectation, how the procedure will go, risks, aftercare, follow up visits etc. Everything went exactly as planned. Most amazing was that for the first post surgery visit, the time was 3.00 pm. I arrived early and was immediately seen by Dr. Arno. By 3.00pm I was on the way out of the office. Today is only one week after the procedure and although the swelling and brusing is there, I am already looking better and have no anxiety.

He's a perfectionist