David Shafer, MD, FACS

Thought about procedure for sometime but was always out of reach due to lack of US options.

Stumbled upon Shafer clinic by random chance. Followed up with my own review of academic studies showing viability of this approach.

Decided to move forward.

Clinic, staff, and doctor:
All Excellent

Day of procedure:
Really easy, less painful than a flu shot but takes 20-30 minutes. Post procedure a little thicker but was flaccid so hard to gauge.

Day after:
Wow! First time taking off the tube bandages while hard to ensure smoothness. Size impact is stunning. Pain is mild, only took 1x200 mg Motrin the night before.

Length: 6.5” BP erect
Before thickness: 4.5” - 5.2” erect depending on location on shaft.
After thickness (day 1): 6.0” - 6.2” erect
Gain is 1.0” - 1.5”

Procedure: 15 syringe Volux

Perspective so far:
Visual appeal: very good, but not as good as pre-procedure due to proportions (the only ‘downside’). This is not due to doctor it’s just the length to thickness ratio.
Visual impact: excellent, much thicker
Sensitivity: increased, surprisingly
Overall: highly satisfied so far

Updated on 25 Jan 2024:
1 week post- some updates that are a little saddening but overall news is still very positive.
My Initial results were inflated due to swelling.

New results are +0.75” - + 1.0” (still very good)

Girth before 4.5”-5.2”
Girth now 5.5”-5.95”

Still happy but now debating if I go for 2nd treatment. Before it was like super perfect at 6-6.2.

Updated on 8 Feb 2024:
Second round on 2/7 for 10 syringes to get back to original peak from swelling.

More pain this time but fine after day 1.
This is 1 day post follow-on so results include swelling

Girth is now 6.25-6.75” will monitor and then share final results.

I have never received so many compliments on my skin. A close friend of mine said to me yesterday, Wow your skin looks amazing. I confided that I did Botox. She said she did as well and her skin never looked that way mine did! Was I born with good skin? No. So it absolutely matters who your provider is and Dr. Shafer is the best!!! I have never felt more confident in my life, so pleased with the results. Just this morning my husband said this is the best I have looked in years.

Coming up on 9 months post lower face and neck lift with fat grafting and I couldn’t be happier! Dr. Shafer is warm and honest in his approach. During the consultation he listened to my concerns and was excellent at explaining the surgical process. He made the recommendation of adding the fat grafting and I am so happy I did. My neck and jawline are beautiful and the fat grafting added the volume my face needed for balance. He is an artist. The staff was wonderful as well.

I came to Dr. Shafer for arm liposuction based on many amazing reviews from my peers. I was originally meant to have my procedure at another office but once I met Dr. Shafer and his staff I knew I would be in great hands. From my consult to the day of my surgery and even a year after they've been incredible. The attention to detail and care by him and his staff are unmatched. I wish I did more of my body with him during the first procedure because I'm back again for more! In my line of work I meet many cosmetic and plastic surgeons but I truly trust and respect Dr. Shafer with my health and appearance. I can't recommend him enough.

Dr. Shafer is a real artist! He has perfected his craft. I had fillers, facelift, and eyelid surgeries done and I am very happy with the results. He is also very kind and friendly, with great bed side manners. I highly recommend him.

The best clinic in NYC!! Their facial therapist Edyta is amazing!!! It’s an excellent xperience!! She’s an artist!!! I would never go see someone else for my facial!! I highly recommended her. The staff is wonderful!! Dr Shafer is the best surgeon in Manhattan. Elegant office!!

On 4/28/22, I had a breast reduction at the Shafer Clinic in Manhattan. I am a 62 year old woman who experienced difficulty breathing and exercising, as well as finding appropriate clothing. From my initial consultation to my follow-up visits, everything and everyone has been wonderful! Dr. Shafer, Tedra, Amy, Mirjeta... all worked their magic to make me feel comfortable and confident. The procedure itself was a breeze with minimal pain and discomfort. Most importantly, now I have cute, perky breasts instead of pendulous 36DDD breasts. I feel so much better, physically and psychologically. Thank you, Dr. Shafer!!!
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My experience was amazing with Dr Schafer. I went for my 2nd SWAG procedure. Hands down the BEST Dr for girth enhancement! Dr Schafer made me feel so comfortable and at ease. Take it from me, don't go anywhere else but to Dr Schafer for girth enhancement.
Flaccid penis b4 any procedures was length 3.0" and girth was 3.0" circumference. Erect Length 6.5" and circumference Erect 4.0"
After 10 syringes flaccid length 3.5" and flaccid circumference 4.5" Erect Length 6.5" and Erect circumference 5.0"
Just did my 2nd visit with 5 more syringes.
Flaccid length 3.7" flaccid circumference 5.0"
Erect Length 6.5" and Erect circumference 5.5".
I have another visit in June. My goal is 6.0" - 6.5" girth circumference. My pics are to large to post.

I was referred to Shafer clinic by my mamo technician. I was interested in breast implant and tummy tuck. Dr Shafer was so patient, took his time, listened to what I wanted and made it happen. He left me looking your again.. I am so in love with my results. His staff was so amazing. A huge thanks to Daniela his office coordinator who helped me each step of the way.

She even called me after surgery during the weeked to check up on me. Amy the nurse was great so cheerful and simply amazing. She was so patient and answered all of my questions. And trust me I had a lot. My overall experience in Shafer Clinic was amazing. Dr Shafer change my life, my confident level is at 100! Thank you Shafer Clinic you guys are amazing!

I am writing this for YOU. The reader. Not The Shafer Clinic and Dr David Shafer because I know it would have been really helpful to hear from a real woman in process not marketing. I'm a world famous activist for women's relationship with their own body. So when I decided to realign my outsides to match my insides --- it was a big deal. Because, after all, my "brand" is body acceptance and self love. Find me in Oprah. And what is true is that deciding to undertake the restoration of me (not creating someone else) took time. I felt shame around wanting this. Shouldn't I age gracefully? And then, the realization that came for me: what is "Graceful" for me, may be something else for someone else. It took me a while to find The Shafer Clinic. I was honestly terrified as I spend so much time in front of the camera. What if I made the wrong choice? Well, my desires outweighed my fears, and a dear friend and colleague referred me to Dr. David Shafer. It's now Day 5 AFTER surgery. Life is not a before and after picture. Healing is a process and I am in it. I never required pain medication except for the first night and that was really to help me just sleep. On Day FIVE I have really turned a healing corner. I am starting to see the "me" that I recognize from years past. Not someone else. I love my chin. And I can't stop looking at my neck. I remember them!. It's like a reunion. I cannot express what all of this means to me. As I said, I live in front of the camera. And to have my insides reflected in my outsides feels so important to me. Dr. Shafer, is a restoration artist. I can see it happening and I am celebrating.
Many of us have fear of surgery. For me it was going to sleep. The talented anesthesiologist who cared for me during my procedure was off the charts in excellence.
I expressed to him my fear of going under. The not great experiences that I have had with going under. He was brilliant. I never felt that awful sensation of losing control, I just woke up. And I felt no ill effects.
The private duty nurses were brilliant. Amy Oziel, RN the Nurse Coordinator did a lovely job keeping in touch with me during my anxious filled post operative days. And yes, you may have them. It's normal.
Dr. Shafer, you have made a very deep desire manifest through talent, kindness and generosity. Thank you. I have the deepest of respect for what you have created. All of the members of your team have held me so gently, brilliantly and with great talent.
I also want you to know that I also worked with Jamie Gabel of Advitam.Health inside and connected to the Shafer Clinic who supported my healing with metabolic and vitamin therapy that is state of the art -- before and after the surgery. Highly recommend this.
Jamie, thank you for all the ppp care and support. I am looking forward to supporting the rest of me in this incredible year of restoration.
In a few days my stitches come out and I will be treated to state of the art laser treatments to reduce any scaring -- as well as therapeutic facials by the most talented and brilliant Aesthetician Edyta who also worked with me before surgery to prep my skin. So delicious as well as nutritious!
Anyway, I know that there can be complicated feelings about all of this. I get it. I had them. I did it anyway and I am thrilled as well as so proud of myself for having the courage to age the way I want to. I am a real person. You can find me on Instagram @thepamelamadsen
I hope this is helpful.