David Shafer, MD
10 East 53rd Street, 25th Floor
New York, NY 10022
New York, NY 10022
23 reviews
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Plastic Surgeon
2012
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About Dr. Shafer
Board certification
Education
Undergraduate: BS, University of Michigan
Medical: MD, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Medical: MD, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Post-medical school training
Residency: General Surgery, Maricopa Medical Center and Arizona Burn Center
Fellowships:
Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic
Plastic Surgery, Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
Fellowships:
Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic
Plastic Surgery, Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
Featured Patient Reviews
jasrocke
3 posts
“Great Arms - New York”
"Dr. S's office was so helpful from everything from scheduling my consulting to scheduling my surgery and seeing me after the surgery."
portia.b
1 post
“Botox & Fillers & Ear Lobe - Refreshed & Rejuvenated”
Botox
"Very calming person. Listens to your concerns. Makes suggestions and discusses a plan. We did little botox, filler for my eyes, forehead, earlobes and neck. I look fresh, alive, happy instead of worn out and over it. I trust his injection style - he seemed extremely comfortable and experienced."
Rebtay
2 posts
“New Baby and New Body! - New York”
Tummy Tuck
"Dr. S is kind, informed and he made me feel comfortable about wanted to look great again."
VanessaC
1 post
SalWein5009
1 post
“Amazing Liposuction”
"Very helpful and highly talented. After seeing many other doctors about liposuction, I booked a consultation with Dr. Shafer. I had read many great reviews and decided to see Dr. Shafer. I do not live in New York, so I arranged to email Dr. Shafer's office photos that I took of my body. He talked with me over the phone and I decided to go to New York for the consult. During the appointment, Dr. Shafer really seemed focused on what he was doing and showed a true understanding of what I was looking for. He thought I would be a good candidate for the procedure and we booked it for later that week. I am so happy with my results. I am so happy that I had the surgery."
jadenyc59
1 post
“Cheek Bones - New York, NY”
"As I have aged, my cheek bones are less prominent and visibly look older. I saw several doctors and consultations that only suggested surgery for cheek implants. When I saw Dr. S, he offered me Juvederm injections on the cheekbones to help fill the missing volume. We did the treatment on that visit. He just needs a few shots, but it made a big difference right away. I recommended Dr. S to my friend and my two sisters already. He is excellent!"
bluetrimli
1 post
“Eyelids - New York, NY”
Eyelid Surgery
"Dr. S's office was so nice and friendly. We really trust him and his skills."
Manhattan9206
2 posts
“Thrilled - New York, NY”
Smart Lipo
"My friend and I both had Smartlipo with Dr. S a few weeks ago. I had my chin done and my friend had her belly. We both are thrilled with the results."
Manhattan1890
1 post
“Excellent Experience - New York, NY”
Breast Implant Revision
"My experience with Dr. S was outstanding. His staff was very nice and his patient coordinator, Eileen, was so helpful."
Villa65
1 post
“Great Injectables & Smart-lipo - New York, NY”
SmartLipo MPX
"Best-in-class results plus super nice person. Anyone who has a consultation with Dr. S would not dream of seeing another plastic surgeon or derm. Make the time to meet him. Has done my botox for years. Had Juverderm to add some volume in my face a couple of years ago. Most recently we put some Sculptra to help my clevage area - way too much sun over the years. I look great and absolutely natural. A few weeks ago I did smartlipo on my arms...in and out in less than 2 hours on a Saturday morning. Toned looking arms - best fashion accessory for holidays. I see the difference in my turtle necks and will be good for strapless dresses with upcoming cocktail hours.
Updated on 15 Dec 2010:
Anyone who has a consultation with Dr. S would not dream of seeing another plastic surgeon or derm. Make the time to meet him. Has done my botox for years. Had Juverderm to add some volume in my face a couple of years ago. Most recently we put some Sculptra to help my clevage area - way too much sun over the years. I look great and absolutely natural. A few weeks ago I did smartlipo on my arms...in and out in less than 2 hours on a Saturday morning. Toned looking arms - best fashion accessory for holidays. I see the difference in my turtle necks and will be good for strapless dresses with upcoming cocktail hours. Bar-none recommendation for Dr S. Super great nice guy too if I did not mention."
LoulouNYC
2 posts
CityGirl1978
2 posts
“I Love my New Body! - New York”
Breast Augmentation
"My cousin had liposuction with Dr. S and her results were amazing. I had been thinking about having plastic surgery for a long time and after seeing my cousin, decided to go for it."
New York 10022
3 posts
“I Love my Breast Implants - NY”
Breast Implants
"I was talking to my medical doctor about wanting breast implants and she recommended that I see Dr. S. I had a few consultations with various plastic surgeons around town, but I felt the most comfortable with Dr. S. His staff was nice, all the patients in the waiting room love him and he spent time to go over all my questions. He even recommended that I come back a second time to ask more questions after I had time to digest all of the information. I am so happy Dr. S did my surgery - my breast look so nice."
stephmar
1 post
“Couldn't Be More Pleased - Los Angeles”
"My husband and I live in the West Coast and took our time choosing a plastic surgeon (saw 4 in total). Dr. S came to our attention by a stroke of good luck and we thought 'why not'. After meeting him - it has a done deal. He is a true gentleman and had a great reputation from all we read. His staff spoke so highly of him - the hospital people did too on they day of our surgeries - you could tell it was from the heart. We both look like ourselves, which is what we wanted, but alive, fresh...better than we have in years. People are shocked when we say we are (newly) retired. Our kids are so happy for us."
LoulouNYC
2 posts
“Liposuction - Look No Further - This Dr. is It!”
"Dr. S shaped me in the most natural, beautiful, feminine way. Lipo on my tummy, back, bum, legs. At 45, my body looks like a 25 year old version of myself, but even better than I did at that age. Everyone thinks I have been in the gym and have great genes. No muffin top, or marks from my clothing seams. I love myself naked for the first time in a long time. Dr. S is a hugely talented surgeon. Plus you can tell he is a genuinely nice and caring person - from my consultation to post-op visit, he is truly the most impressive person. Worth every single penny."
gorgeous10
1 post
“ My Beautiful Skin Makes Me Happy! - New York City”
Botox
"I love my skin to always appear youthful and clean. My own personal definition of being beauty is to have beautiful skin. I love Dr. S's skin peels and botox treatment simply because it is a non-invasive process. Dr. S's peel leaves a translucent glow and youthfullness that i definitely appreciate coupled with the botox treatment that i get. I think i found something that works for me."
male86
3 posts
“Male Tummy Tuck, Well Worth It!!!”
Tummy Tuck
"- Great staff
- Skilled:
- Great results from aesthetic point of view
- And also there was very little pain and almost no swelling.
- Follow up and great postop care."
marlom
1 post
“Juvederm for NL Folds.”
Juvederm
"Dr.'s bedside manner is impeccable. He made me feel very comfortable and was communicative throughout the procedure. He used a dental block so the only pain I experienced was w/ the needle to numb the area. His assistant was also very professional and I felt completely at ease. I walked out looking great and had minimal swelling from the block. "
HollyM58
1 post
“My Beautiful Breasts - New York”
"Dr. Shafer did not rush me. We had a very comfortable and realistic discussion about my hopes for the augmentation. My new breasts are beautiful and I am now the envy of dear friends who chose other surgeons years ago. I don't believe I was a straightforward case as my natural breasts seemed to 'look' in different directions. Thank you Dr. Shafer for your surgical abilities and caring manner."
tovwein
1 post
“Excellent Plastic Surgeon - New York”
"Based on advice from doctors from RealSelf.com, I went to several consultations with Board Certified Plastic Surgeons. I found Dr. S to be the nicest, most skillful and caring plastic surgeon. He did my breast lift about a month ago and I could not be happier. The shape is great and the recovery was minimal. If anyone is looking for a great plastic surgeon in New York City, I highly recommend Dr. S"
Treatments offered by Shafer Plastic Surgery
Age Spots TreatmentAlloDermArm liftArteFillBirthmark RemovalBody liftBotoxBrazilian butt liftBreast AugmentationBreast implant removalBreast Implant RevisionBreast ImplantsBreast liftBreast reconstructionBreast reductionBrow liftBuccal fat removalButt augmentationButt liftCheek augmentationCheek liftChemical peelChin implantChin liposuctionChin surgeryCollagen injection
Contour thread liftDermabrasionDysportEar lobe surgeryEar surgeryEvolenceEye Bags TreatmentEyelid SurgeryFaceliftFacial reconstructive surgeryFat transferForehead liftGlycolic peelHyaluronidaseHyperhidrosis TreatmentJuvedermLabiaplastyLaser liposuctionLaser peelLaser resurfacingLaser surgeryLaser treatmentLatisseLED Skin TreatmentLip augmentationLip implants
Lip liftLip SurgeryLipoma removalLiposculptureLiposuctionLower face liftMale breast reductionMale Tummy TuckMini liftMini tummy tuckMole removalMommy makeoverNeck liftNipple surgeryNon surgical Face liftNon surgical nose jobNose surgeryPerlanePhenol peelPrevellePulsed dye laserQuick LiftRadiesseRestylaneRetin-ARevision rhinoplasty
RhinoplastySalicylic peelScar removalScars TreatmentSculptraSeptoplastySkin rejuvenationSlim LipoSmart LipoSmartLipo MPXSMAS faceliftStretch Marks TreatmentTattoo removalTCA peelThigh liftThread liftTumescent liposuctionTummy tuckTummy Tuck RevisionVaser LiposuctionVi PeelWrinkle TreatmentXeominYag laser
Consultation fee
We offer priority consultations for RealSelf patients.
Professional memberships
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
Hospital affiliations
Lenox Hill Hospital & Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital
Aesthetic medicine experience
12 years (post-medical training)
