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As a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), this physician is among a select group of board-certified plastic surgeons who have attained the highest level of achievement in cosmetic surgical training, continuing education and clinical experience.

Philosophy & Practice Info

Practice Philosophy

I have been practicing aesthetic plastic surgery for 25 years. I listen carefully to the patient's request, I study his/her body language, I learn about his/her lifestyle, goals and wishes. I learn as much as I can about the patient's body image. I never suggest to "fix" any area unless the patient inquires about it. I advise about the best procedure to achieve the best final look. I like when my patients look natural and the operated area totally fits the rest of their body. I spend 45 minutes on the initial consultation and another 30 minutes on subsequent consultation before I perform the surgery requested. I believe that doctors have different aesthetic sense and a doctor and his/her patient should agree on the aesthetic issues and pretty much be on the same aesthetic wavelength. If this does not happen even a well performed surgery would not satisfy the patient. All people have some imperfections. Two sides of body are never completely the same. Therefore, some imperfections should be present after surgery. Otherwise the patient may look operated on. I inform my patients thoroughly about the procedure, possible complications and the course of recovery. My patients are very well "informed" require very few pain medicines as they have a low level of anxiety. I like to work with the same good anesthesiologist who is familiar with my ways and we, therefore, work as a team making the operation experience safe and pleasant. I like my patients and I get enormous satisfaction from a result which makes my patients happy. I believe that a doctor should operate on patients he or she likes and thus the doctor-patient relationship is a good one based on understanding of the goals, and maintaining good communication. The practice of aesthetic plastic surgery is phenomenally rewarding both in achieving great aesthetic results and meeting many diverse and interesting people. Plastic surgery is creative, challenging and fun - I cannot imagine being happier doing anything else.

Practice Specialization

Aesthetic breast surgery -including reductions, augmentations, lifts and combination of augmentation and lift. Correction of congenital breast deformities or congenital absence of breast or breast reconstruction after breast loss due to cancer. correction of nipple deformities like inverted nipples,nipple reductions, and nipple reconstruction s/p mastectomy or loss due to burns etc. Male breast surgery i.e. gynecomastia removal by suction or excision.

For Women only-vaginal tightening and labia reconstruction including labia reduction, rejuvenation. and tightening.

For men and women- tummy tucks with or without liposuction or tummy tucks in combination with liposuction of other areas.Thigh,buttock lifts, circumferential skin reductions due to massive weight loss and of course liposuction of all areas including the neck. Facelifts with or without forehead lifts which can also be performed endoscopically, Rhinoplasties, otoplasties, eylidplasties and facial implants insertion for chin, cheek, nose and lip augmentations.

We offer skin treatments with lasers, dermabrasions, microdermabrasions, chemical peels; botox, rystaline, radiance and collagen injections as well as deep wrinkle corrections with alloderm or gore implants. Repair of skin defects after Moh's surgery, or other excisions, We excise moles, skin cancers, repair earlobes, tx varicose veins with injections or laser and perform other minor treatments.

Surgical Facility

My private ambulatory surgery suite is one of only 500 in the world certified at the highest level by the AAAASF. My anesthesiologist and OR staff have been with me for 18 years. Any type of anesthesia can be administered. I have a three bed recovery suite, equipped with all up to date monitoring equipment.and after discharge we have set aside top hotel suites at the Carlyle where the patient can recover under the care of one of our experienced nurses. Of course the patient may also elect to have procedures at any of the hospitals.

Consultation

"I see patients of all ages, male and female. I try to familiarize myself with my patient's life style, wishes and expectations. I ascertain whether they can undergo the stress of surgery physically and mentally and whether the surgery that is asked for is appropriate and will fulfill their wish and vision. We talk about the positives and negatives of each procedure, about the preoperative process, what laboratory examinations are in order and also I stress that every patient should have a thorough examination by their personal physician or by an internist that I recommend in case they do not have a family MD. We talk about the appropriate anesthesia for the procedure and the postoperative course. We talk about the risks and we choose the appropriate place for the procedure-the office or the hospital. I strongly recomment for the patient to fill out honestly an information form on which they state all the medications they are taking and any pertinent medical conditions. Smoking and drug abuse which includes alcohol hx is very important and very often may render the procedure too risky. The consultation is about 45 min. Usually at the end some decision is made as to what the procedure should be and where it will be performed. The patient also knowing the time it takes to recuperate can then plan the timing. The patient then sees my nurse for further questions and then my office manager to find out all the financial information. Another 30 min. consultation is done two weeks prior to the scheduled procedure. All the risks, benefits, expectations, preop and postop instructions are discussed. Pictures are taken. Written instructions are given and all questions are answered including any pain management or need for private duty nurse postoperatively. The patient then starts their preoperative schedule."

Payment Options

Credit cards accepted: American Express, Visa and MasterCard
Patient Financing is available
Cash/certified check is accepted
No Managed care or insurance plans are accepted.

Languages Spoken

Polish, English

Skin Care Products

We use Therapon cosmetics, and other skin care products.