Dr. Pfeifer Comments on NY Times “Beauty House Calls in the Wee Hours”
A recent New York Times article explores the expanding work hours of NYC plastic surgeons, [...]
Correcting Facial Folds With Fillers Improves First Impressions, Study Finds
It’s a well-known fact of life—first impressions matter—and any New York plastic surgeon can tell [...]
Plastic Surgeon Discusses Haiti Medical Mission Trip
Following the devastating earthquake in January 2010, Haiti received medical aid from doctors all over [...]
Researchers Find New Method to Minimize Tummy Tuck Pain, Recovery Time
Tummy tuck surgery is an extremely rewarding plastic surgery procedure that can help both women [...]
Radiation, Immediate Breast Reconstruction More Likely to Cause Complications
A recent study published in the September issue of Archives of Surgery offers helpful insight [...]
Plastic Surgeons Gather in Toronto for Annual ASPS Meeting
Friday, October 1st will kick off the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of [...]
Surgeon Collaboration Impacts Reconstruction Rate In Breast Cancer Patients
A study conducted by the Cancer Surveillance and Outcomes Research Team (CanSORT) found that patients [...]
Allergan Sues Apotex Over Proposed Latisse Knock-Off
Allergan, the U.S. pharmaceutical giant that makes Botox, Juvederm and Latisse, recently filed a lawsuit [...]
Liposuction 101: Exploring Fat Reduction Options
53-year-old patient after liposuction and tummy tuck performed by Dr. Tracy Pfeifer A comprehensive overview [...]
Botox Used to Treat Post Operative Pain in Breast Reconstruction
Botox may be useful for reducing post-operative pain after breast reconstruction surgery, according to plastic [...]
New York Law Aims to Improve Care for Breast Reconstruction Patients
A new law recently signed by the Governor of New York aims to improve the [...]
Liposuction, Breast Augmentation International Plastic Surgery Favorites
Liposuction and breast augmentation were the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed worldwide in 2009, [...]
Doctors React To Cosmetic Crime Wave
In a string of several unrelated incidents, doctors in cities across the U.S., including Tampa, [...]
Europeans Try Stem Cell-Enriched Fat Grafting For Breast Reconstruction
Cytori Therapeutics recently announced the European approval (CE mark) of its Celution System, a breakthrough [...]
Cautionary Tales of Botched Boob Jobs Offer Valuable Lessons
British Extreme Makeover winner Nicola Stratton (Photo courtesy of the Daily Mail) A recent article [...]
U.S. Anticipates Release of New Injectable Fillers and Wrinkle Relaxers
Within the next year, a number of new injectable fillers and wrinkle-relaxing toxin competitors already [...]
Revision Breast Surgery Advised For Ruptured PIP Implants
A guidance issued by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons warns the estimated 50,000 [...]
Studying Outcomes With Highly Cohesive Silicone Gel Implants
Maybe you’ve heard of the so-called “gummy bear” implants and even learned about the technology [...]
False Positive Mammograms Found With Breast Reduction Patients
When a mammogram is conducted prior to breast reduction, a false positive result can frequently [...]
Male and Female Plastic Surgeons: New Comparisons
According to a study just released in the prestigious Annals of Plastic Surgery Journal, female [...]