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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon
1001 Fifth Ave., New York, New York
+12124522200
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Reasonable expectations for gynecomastia surgery and abdominal liposuction? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photographs! I would need to examine you to best answer your question. Gynecomastia is often an inherited condition that cannot be improved without surgery. Fortunately, the condition can be treated with liposuction. With this technique, I make a small hidden incision in the areola (the colored area around your nipple) and use a combination of liposuction techniques with very fine cannulas to recontour the chest. This combination of liposuction techniques also helps to tighten the skin and create a smooth contour. I perform gynecomastia surgery in our office's fully-accredited operating room with IV sedation administered by board-certified anesthesiologists. For patients with more skin laxity, I sometimes combine liposuction with Thermage, a non-invasive, radiofrequency (RF) treatment that is clinically proven to help smooth, tighten and contour skin and can be done at the same time as surgery or during an office visit. I recommend you meet with a fully-trained plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and treatment options.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

Considering options, stuck if I should aim for abdominal liposuction or tummy tuck? (Photos)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos! I would need to examine you in-person to best answer your question. It depends on your goals, but based on your photos, you may be a good candidate for liposuction of your stomach/abdominal area. In a tummy tuck, the skin from the rib cage down to the pelvic area is tightened, the navel is repositioned, and your core muscles can be tightened. However, this requires a larger scar and longer recovery time. With liposuction, fine cannulas are inserted through small incisions to remove fat, but no skin is removed. I use a combination of liposuction techniques, including laser Smart lipo, ultrasonic liposuction and power-assisted liposuction, which can also help to tighten the skin. This could be performed at the same time as your gynecomastia. When performing gynecomastia surgery, I use small incisions hidden in your areola (the pigmented area around your nipple) to recontour the chest. I perform these procedures in our office's fully-accredited operating room under IV sedation administered by board-certified anesthesiologists. I recommend you meet with a fully-trained plastic surgeon who can review which treatment options can best meet your goals. Good luck!
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

Am I a candidate for fat transfer? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos! I would need to examine you in-person to best answer your question. However, based on your photos, you may be a candidate for a breast lift with fat transfer to the cleavage area. A breast lift (mastopexy) helps give a perkier, more lifted breast. During this surgery, excess skin is removed, the nipple is repositioned, and the skin is re-draped and tightened to support the breast. This can be combined with transferring your own fat from another part of your body (like your stomach, thigh or hip areas) to your breasts to add fullness. These techniques can be performed with minimal scarring as an outpatient procedure under IV sedation without the need for general anesthesia. I recommend speaking with a fully-trained plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

What type of surgeon would be best to see for moderate to large ankle lipoma removal?

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question. While I would need to examine you in-person to best answer your question, I regularly remove lipomas in our office's fully-accredited operating room under local anesthesia without the need for general anesthesia or IV sedation. I perform lipoma removal using a minimal-scar technique using a combination of liposuction and direct excision. While lipomas are considered "benign" (meaning not cancerous), they have a tendency to increase in size over time and do not go away on their own. I recommend you meet with a fully-trained plastic surgeon to discuss treatment options. Good luck!
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

Does a lipoma removal on your ankle need to be done by surgery only? Or can it be done with local anesthesia?

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question. I would need to examine you in-person to best answer your question. However, I regularly remove lipomas in our office's fully-accredited operating room under local anesthesia without the need for general anesthesia or IV sedation. I perform a minimal-scar technique for lipoma removal using a combination of liposuction and direct excision. I find a smaller scar helps patients recover quickly and is also more aesthetically pleasing. While lipomas are considered "benign" (meaning not cancerous), they have a tendency to increase in size over time and do not go away on their own. I recommend you meet with a fully-trained plastic surgeon to discuss treatment options.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

What would you recommend for calf fat reduction? (surgical or non surgical) (photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. I would need to examine you in-person to best answer your question. From your photos, you may be a good candidate for liposuction of the lower legs. Many people are bothered by a maldistribution of fat in the lower legs, which can make it difficult to wear boots and skirts/dresses/shorts. I use a combination of liposuction techniques to contour the ankle, calf, and/or inner knees using fine cannulas inserted through small incisions. I perform this surgery under IV sedation administered by board-certified anesthesiologists in our office's fully-accredited operating room. I recommend you speak with a fully-trained plastic surgeon who is familiar with performing lower leg contouring.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

Buffalo hump removal costs? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. I would need to examine you to best answer your question. This could represent fatty tissue or could be a lipoma (a non-cancerous fatty tumor), which could be addressed with liposuction. If it is a lipoma, I perform lipoma removal using a minimal-scar technique through a small incision. I recommend you speak with a fully-trained plastic surgeon who can examine you and discuss treatment options. Good luck!
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

Are breast lifts something I should look into?

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question. It is difficult to say for sure without examining you. In general, a breast lift can be a good option if your breasts are sagging and you want a perkier, more lifted appearance. If you want more volume, you may benefit from a breast implant and/or fat transfer procedure. With fat transfer, your own fat is removed from another part of your body (like your hips, tummy, or thighs) and specially prepared and injected into your breasts without the need for artificial implants. I perform these procedures in our fully-accredited operating room under IV sedation administered by board-certified anesthesiologists without the need for general anesthesia. I suggest making an appointment with a fully-trained plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

What would be the most effective way to tighten the skin on my hands? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos! From your photos, you may be a good candidate for Thermage®, which is a safe, non-invasive treatment that uses radiofrequency to help smoothen, tighten and contour the skin for an overall more youthful appearance. The great thing about this treatment is it can be performed with little-to-no downtime. In some instances, I will combine this with fat or filler injections to help plump the skin. I also often recommend my patients use topical creams like Dr. Michelle Copeland's AHA moisturizer and Rewind Age-Defying Cream, which are specially formulated with anti-aging and anti-wrinkle ingredients like Resveratrol and Argireline, and/or laser treatments to improve overall skin quality. It would be helpful to examine you in-person so we can tailor the treatment approach. I recommend you speak with a fully-trained plastic surgeon to discuss your options.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

What can be done for tired eyelids? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. I would need to examine you in-person to best answer your question, but based on your photos you may benefit from eyelid surgery. Upper eyelid surgery removes excess upper eyelid skin and fat that can cause hooding of your eye and make it hard to see without lifting your eyebrows. In this surgery, excess fat and skin are removed through an incision that is hidden in your eyelid crease. You may also benefit from lower eyelid surgery, which involves removing excess fat and sometimes skin from your lower eyelids to reduce puffiness. Non-surgical treatments that may benefit you include Thermage, which using radiofrequency to tighten the skin around the eyes. This treatment requires no downtime from normal activities. The use of certain topical creams can also be helpful to reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness around the eyes. I recommend Dr. Michelle Copeland’s Rewind Eye Formula, which is specially formulated with ingredients like Argireline and Biopeptide to firm the skin and reduce dark circles. I suggest making an appointment with a fully-trained plastic surgeon comfortable with surgical and non-surgical treatments to fully discuss your options.
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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon

5 | 5 reviews

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Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD

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10 days post-opSkin Rejuvenation

hcox2023

Technically excellent and follow-up care is much appreciated

I can't say enough about Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin. The office staff was pleasant and professional. Dr. Copeland-Halperin had an excellent bedside manner, answered all questions and concerns with ease and the procedure itself was the easiest part of the visit. If you need a plastic surgeon that has a robust experience and skillset this is where I would go. Technically excellent and follow-up care is much appreciated.

17 days post-opLaser Scar Removal

Imaginative114128

The Only Plastic Surgeon I'll Ever Go To! The BEST.

I am SO happy that I found Dr. Copeland-Halperin!! I was recommended by a friend, who had nothing but great things to say about her. Excellent bedside manner and knows her stuff - but is able to explain it to you in a way that you understand! She is so caring, empathetic, and patient. The office is gorgeous, with all the latest equipment and really nice location. Every person in the office is so lovely and kind, you really feel like you're being well cared for. Recommend without a doubt, am glad that I found her

13 hours post-opSkin Rejuvenation

mescosia

Great skin results - highly recommend this doctor and team

I’ve been seeing Dr. Copeland-Halperin for skin treatment and the results have been phenomenal. I’m new to these types of procedures and in my first few visits she patiently walked me through everything I was to expect and offered some helpful tips for my sensitive skin. The staff is very pleasant to work with which makes me genuinely enjoy coming. Highly recommend.

21 days post-opSkin Rejuvenation

SJKNYC23

Excellent Experience - Skin Rejuvenation Procedures

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Copeland-Halperin and her office. I am seeing her for a series of skin rejuvenation procedures, mainly to address acne scarring. We began with a consultation where she offered a variety of options to address my concerns. I chose to do a combination of topical skin care and laser treatments. She has a great bed-side manner and everything has been pain-free with almost zero downtime. My skin was a bit sensitive the following day, but I had almost no redness or peeling. She followed up with my on my progress and her office is also very communicative. I am continuing to see her for ongoing treatments.

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