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Doctor Recommendation in New York City for Breast Reduction
asked 1 year ago by Yardie in New York
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
Question viewed 102 times
Tags: doctor referral
8 answers to Doctor Recommendation in New York City for Breast Reduction
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Doctor Recommendation in New York City for Breast Reduction
The ASPS website would be a good starting point for a list of qualified surgeons. Christine Rohde and Christopher Chia may be possibilities. Consult with 2 - 3 qualified surgeons in your area to find one that best meets your needs.
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Choosing your Surgeon?
Thank you for the question.
Check with the American Board of Plastic Surgery for plastic surgeons appropriately trained and certified practicing in your area.. This is a good place to start. Next you need to evaluate the experience level and quality of results by looking at before and after pictures and examining/talking to patients who have had similar procedures performed.
Once you have done enough due diligence research you will feel comfortable with...
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Breast reduction surgeon in NYC
There are many good plastic surgeons in NYC for you to have a breast reduction with. You can go the the ASPS or ASAPS websites to find one close to you. Make sure you are happy with the doctor, the staff, etc.. Check out his/her results at their website. Good luck!
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How to pick a plastic surgeon.
Tips on picking a Plastic Surgeon
1) Is the surgeon a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery? Members usually do a lot of cosmetic surgery.
2) Did you sense a commitment to excellence in the office. Did the surgeon spend a lot of time with you? Someone who rushes through the consultation may rush through the surgery.
3) Were you treated as an individual? Did the surgeon present you with a surgical plan tailor made for you?
4) Plastic surgeons have to...
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How to select a plastic surgeon to perform a breast reduction
You should search for a board certified plastic surgeon at minimum. You can inquire of friends who have had the same procedure performed. You can ask your primary care doctor or ob-gyn for a few recommendations. Searching online is another way but you must check credentials. See a few plastic surgeons, check their work and determine who you feel most comfortable with including the office staff.
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Breast Reduction in New York
Hi Yardie,
I would suggest that you start by asking your own doctors (Derm, OB-GYN) for any recommendations. Of course, if you have a friend who's had it done that can be useful. You can also ask any beauty salon personnel you know, as they may be familiar with the surgeons near you.
I would also advise that you screen the doctors by making sure that they're board-certified, and members of ASAPS (surgery.org) and ASPS (plasticsurgery.org).
You may need to...
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Choosing a surgeon for breast reduction surgery
The important considerations in choosing a plastic surgeon for breast reduction surgery are technical competence, artistic eye, surgical judgment, and experience.
The other criteria is how you interact with the plastic surgeon. Do you feel comfortable asking your questions?
Do you feel that your questions are answered in a way that you understand?
As a board certified plastic surgeon in New York City, and teacher of plastic surgeons in training,...
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NYC breast reduction
You should look for a board certified plastic surgeon. There are two ways to do a breast reduction. The standard inverted T and the newer "vertical" technique.


