Dr. Thomas Sterry is a patient-focused, board-certified plastic surgeon with a gift for clear, open communication. In his Manhattan practice, he talks about plastic surgery in terms everyone can understand.

Dr. Sterry punctuates his interviews with memorable examples and stories. Much of the material on this web site was taken directly from interviews with him.

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Dr. Sterry's plain-spoken style, combined with his years of experience in private practice and as a medical school professor, make him an engaging interview subject for any story on plastic surgery.

Have questions on body contouring after massive weight loss?

The growing popularity of bariatric surgery has helped thousands of Americans lose 100 pounds or more. Many of these men and women are turning to plastic surgery to rid themselves of the loose, hanging flesh left behind.

Dr. Sterry is at the forefront of body contouring surgery after massive weight loss. Many bariatric patients need more than just a breast lift or a tummy tuck; they need procedures that remove excess skin from the circumference of the body. Dr. Sterry specializes in procedures such as:

• Upper body lifts, which combine an arm lift, breast lift and upper back lift; and
• Lower body lifts, which combine a tummy tuck, buttock lift and outer thigh lift.

Few plastic surgeons have the expertise to perform these complex procedures.

Dr. Sterry also understands the emotional aspects that bariatric patients face as they transform their bodies to healthy, normal proportions.

Obesity Help—What about your thighs?, January 2004

WLS Lifestyles—The Next Step: Getting the most out of plastic Surgery, Winter 2004