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Left with a staph infection - needed the left implant removed

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1 year post

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I have uploaded photos to represent my journey. My hope is that if your considering using Dr. Zubowicz, you will continue your search. Here's a great example of his egotistical attitude.... when I awoke from surgery to find that my left implant was removed, I asked Dr. Z if there was something that I could purchase to make myself look a little more symmetrical. His response was "I don't know, put some newspaper in there, that's what most women would do!" He then walked out of the room and did not return! Class act right there!

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Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.6 | 80 Reviews
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Hi there- I am so sorry you had to go through all that and I truly hope you are feeling better now. If you are interested in sharing more of your story I would love to hear it. I had surgery 2 years ago and became acquainted with RealSelf.com. I an now currently working on a TV show IN ATLANTA and would love to hear more. maybe we can help? If you want to share anymore or if you are interested in hearing more send an email to: dwilkinsoncasting@gmail.com
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Left with a staph infection - needed the left implant removed

Dr. Zubowicz's approach to resolve my current issue of sagging breast led to 7 months of pure torment, sickness, and unnecessary suffering. His uncleanliness led to issue after issue. He is NOT up to date on the current medical advances in Plastic Surgery nor is he talented enough to be able to perform them. He's "old school" in his approach and I promise it will leave you with undesirable results. The department Director was left confounded at my results. His immediate reaction was quite clear when he stated "I never would have done this to one of my patients".

Dr, Zubowicz left me with a Staph infection that developed shortly after my surgery. The director stated that the Staph infection was caused by one of the following: a broken glove, not being cleaned properly, dirty equipment, or a dirty environment. One implant was removed due to my sickness. Dr. Zubowicz did not close my pocket of the breast he removed correctly. This caused a seroma/hematoma which led to weekly trips for the fluid to be removed by syringe. The second breast was eventually removed by his Director. The Director stated it was never done correctly in the beginning and it needed to be removed. This was after I walked around with one breast for several weeks. Dr. Zubowicz's egotistical attitude makes it impossible for him to be a compassionate or a humane doctor.My body is forever changed. Changed by an incapable Doctor whom should not be able to practice. I can not stress enough the importance of seeking out another Plastic Surgeon. Don't take the chance of reliving my nightmare. Just stay AWAY!!!Please feel free to message me if you would like additional details. Good luck in your search.

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Sorry for your terrible experience! I'm kinda confused is that before pic with implants and you were going for a revision? Your breasts look as if they may have an implant with some drooping as their fairly full. Are you still w/o implants? Take care.
Yes. The before pic was with implants I went to Dr. Z because of the dropping and basically it was tome to have them refreshed. He had originally done my surgery 15 years prior. That's why I returned to him. BAD decision!!!!
I'm so sorry about your horrible experience. It takes a lot of courage to share it with others in hopes that the same will not happen to them.
Thank you!