Thomas P. Sterry, MD
1080 5th Avenue #1b
New York, NY 10128
Phone: (212) 249-4020
Monday & Thursday: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Want an improved, more youthful appearance without undergoing a surgical procedure? Lucky for you, it’s no longer necessary to have invasive cosmetic surgery to improve your skin’s appearance. Experienced plastic surgeons can give you the results you desire with highly effective, minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures. Here is a list of the most common non-surgical cosmetic procedures…
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Jane had triplets and originally approached to me to consider performing a tummy tuck (aka "abdominoplasty") in NYC at the time of her cesarean section. I told her that I didn't think it would be a good idea. I wanted her to have a nice result and I suggested that she have her children first and…
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What Is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti is a condition that arises when the rectus abdominis muscles separate. These muscles are visible in very fit people as the "6 pack".To visualize diastasis recti, imagine the vertical space between the muscles widening. Up to two-thirds of pregnant women experience diastasis recti. In the majority of cases, the…
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Scar Revision As a plastic surgeon working in New York City I see all manner of injuries and surgical scars in every type and color of skin on this earth. Most times scars heal well or at least don't bother patients. Occasionally however, the mark left behind is either in a particularly bad place (like…
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Liposuction is Highly Effective I speak quite a bit about how dramatically Smartlipo™ neck liposuction improves my New York patients' profiles. While I usually call this neck liposuction, I find that many of my patients refer to it as chin liposuction. I think that's because many of them have a "selfie chin"–and they all seem…
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If you want to turn heads next spring, then winter is the perfect time for liposuction. Why? Liposuction can get rid of stubborn areas of fat that’s resistant to diet and exercise—but the results aren’t visible overnight. By its nature, liposuction results in a fair amount of swelling. Patients are often about the same size…
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Abdominoplasty, often called a tummy tuck, can remove loose or stretched-out skin from the lower belly while also tightening the abdominal muscles. The result is an overall nicer appearance of the torso with well-toned skin. There are many situations where a tummy tuck is helpful to our NYC patients who want to look and feel…
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A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that reduces signs of aging in the face, resulting in a more youthful and renewed appearance. Some of the issues that a facelift can address or correct include: Loose facial skin Wrinkles Sunken cheeks Sagging neck Slackened jawline (jowls) Unfortunately, photos of bad facelifts (particularly celebrity…
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Want a smoother, flatter belly but don’t want your friends to know you’ve had a tummy tuck? Lucky for you, it can be done. There are two simple keys to achieving a “secret” tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty. Get the operation during the cooler months, preferably fall. Choose a plastic surgeon who knows how to hide the…
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People who have never undergone plastic surgery often view the benefits as being purely physical. In truth, while the procedures themselves are physical operations with results that are sometimes subtle and at other times more physically impressive, since there are some great professionals out there for this, and you can visit Dr Soma Plastic Surgery…
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