Dr. Maria LoTempio is a Board Certified New York-based plastic surgeon specializing in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery exclusively for women. In addition to technical skill and artistry, Dr. LoTempio also brings a distinctly female perspective to her work, with a deep understanding of the emotions a woman experiences when considering any kind of cosmetic or reconstructive surgery.
Dr. LoTempio is truly exceptional in her work. After having a neck-lift, with time I needed to tighten up a bit. She put some Botox injections underneath my chin and I was ecstatic after seeing the almost immediate results. I woke up the next morning and was so happy with what I saw! The neck was tightened immediately it seemed and no remnants of sagging remained. Dr. LoTempio made my week, my month and my year! I can’t express enough what a great job she did.
I had my breast augmentation with Dr. LoTempio - and it was the best decision ever made. I have wanted my breast done for over a decade. But with that being said, I also understood the decision to have elective surgery would not be an easy one. It requires enormous amount of time, sufficient research, and the perfect surgeon to complete the dream in mind into reality, and at long last- I found HER. When I met Dr. LoTempio, I was amazed and was completely blown away by her passion and knowledge in the work that she does. She is an artist, everything she touches is quality- She does not PLAY. Her intelligence, as well as patience, continue to impress me. It is her background in medicine AND nursing, contribute to her down to earth, genuine personality which puts her on a whole another level as a surgeon. (Look her up guys- this woman is a force) I researched, and consulted with other surgeons, and once I got to her- I knew she was the one. During our consultation, She went on to explain in detail from A-Z all that I would expect during preoperative, intraoperative, and post op- as well as risks- all that I should know regarding my surgery, she went through everything in detail, that for the first time, I had no questions! She allowed me to voice my concerns, fears, and listened and truly got to know me. I felt instantly comfortable with her knowledge and expertise, that I knew I was going to be in good hands. She did warn me, she is “very attached” in the first couple weeks during recovering and healing- which I would’ve not wanted any other way. Dr. LoTempio was reachable, available to FaceTime, to answer calls, texts and any concerns. She called and FaceTimed everyday for a week or two. She did not lie! She was attached - to ensure I am healing and recovering as expected. This for me was one of the best parts, knowing you have an ongoing relationship with your surgeon who cares, feeling like she was very much in it with me even after the surgery (ESPECIALLY AFTER) ( she remains available to this day - 5 months post op) I am thankful for that comfort and at the same time knowledge she shared with me through out this process. As for my breasts, I often text her- her work of art is greatly appreciated! I could not be any happier. I trusted her expertise and suggestions in terms of size, and type of implants. All the things post op, I was carefully educated on, and I anticipated each step of the process, so there were no surprises- except for probably one thing: how amazingly natural my breasts look and feel! Absolutely no regrets, People would wonder if I had mine done, and when I do share - they always ask who my doctor was. And I just can’t help but brag. Thank you a million times over, Dr. LoTempio!
