Sono Bello Medical Malpractice Lawyers | Hoffer & Sheremet
Injured After a Sono Bello ® Procedure? What Patients Need to Know
Cosmetic surgery is often marketed by companies like Sono Bello as safe, simple, and life-changing. But when careless practices, profit-driven systems, or inadequate medical oversight intersect with surgery, the results can be devastating.
At Hoffer & Sheremet, PLC, our Michigan medical malpractice attorneys represent patients who have been harmed after cosmetic procedures, including those performed at cosmetic surgery centers like Sono Bello®.
These cases are rarely just about “poor cosmetic results.” They often involve:
- Unsafe patient selection
- Inadequate pre-surgical screening
- Lack of informed consent
- Negligent post-operative care
- Corporate systems that prioritize volume over safety
And when preventable injuries occur, patients deserve answers and accountability.
About Sono Bello
Sono Bello promotes itself as “America’s #1 Cosmetic Surgery Specialist,” with locations across the country, including clinics in Troy, Lansing, and Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The company advertises a wide variety of cosmetic procedures, including:
- Targeted body contouring
- “Mommy Makeover” surgeries
- Tummy-tuck alternatives
- Excess skin removal
- Chest/gynecomastia reduction
- Double-chin reduction
Sono Bello also highlights that its network includes more than 100 board-certified surgeons.
Despite this messaging, many patients report experiences that raise serious questions about patient safety, screening practices, and follow-up care.
A Growing History of Sono Bello Medical Malpractice Allegations
Public reports and court records have raised concerns about large cosmetic surgery chains. Lawsuits describe serious complications — including infections, emergency hospitalizations, disfigurement, disability, and even death. Some reporting also notes that Sono Bello and affiliated surgeons have defended multiple malpractice claims involving patient injuries and fatalities.
These cases show a troubling pattern: cosmetic surgery chains may operate more like predatory, sales-driven businesses than medical practices prioritizing patient safety.
Our Perspective: What We’ve Seen at Hoffer & Sheremet
On our own docket, we have seen firsthand how harmful this model can be.
We allege that Sono Bello’s business model pushes surgeons to schedule as many procedures as possible, leaving little time for thorough pre-operative evaluation or careful, attentive follow-up care.
For clients, this wasn’t simply a “bad outcome.” It was a preventable series of failures, and the consequences have been life-altering.
Can You Sue Sono Bello for Medical Malpractice?
Yes — when negligence causes harm.
Cosmetic surgery malpractice cases center on whether the surgeon or medical team breached the standard of care — meaning they acted in ways a competent provider would not have under similar circumstances.
Because most cosmetic surgery patients start out healthy, the legal expectation for safety and caution is particularly high.
Negligence may exist if:
- The wrong procedure was recommended
- Risks were not adequately explained
- Complications were ignored or mismanaged
- Screening was rushed or incomplete
- Surgery was performed despite obvious contraindications
Common complications we see in Sono Bello–related cases include:
- Life-threatening infections
- Emergency hospitalization
- Permanent scarring and deformity
- Nerve damage
- Long-term disability — and, tragically, death
These injuries are not simply “risks of surgery.” They may reflect dangerous decisions, corporate pressure, or careless medical practices.
What Compensation May Be Available?
If negligence is proven, patients may recover compensation for:
- Medical costs: Corrective surgeries, hospitalization, ongoing treatment, medications, and future care
- Lost income: Time off work or permanent loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering: Physical pain, emotional trauma, and loss of quality of life
- Wrongful Death Damages: Where appropriate, families may seek compensation for funeral expenses, loss of support, and other harms.
Deadlines Matter
In Michigan, most medical malpractice lawsuits must be filed within two years, with limited exceptions; waiting too long can permanently bar your claim.
If you think something went wrong after a Sono Bello procedure, contacting an experienced malpractice attorney as soon as possible is critical.
Contact a Michigan Medical Malpractice Attorney Today
If you or someone you love was injured after a Sono Bello procedure, we are here to listen, and to help determine whether negligence may have played a role.
Call (616) 278-0888 for a free case review or use our intake form. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and help you understand the next steps.