Thomas P. Sterry, MD
1080 5th Avenue #1b
New York, NY 10128
Phone: (212) 249-4020
Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes loose, stretched skin from the lower belly and tightens the underlying muscles. The result is improved body contours and a smoother, flatter abdomen. This transformative procedure helps many of our NYC patients feel more confident, trim, and fit. In this post, you’ll see real patient transformations and learn how tummy…
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A tummy tuck is a meaningful financial decision, and I think patients deserve a direct, practical explanation of what they are paying for and why. When someone comes into my office to talk about abdominoplasty, they are usually asking two questions at once. The first is, “Am I a good candidate?” The second is, “What…
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One of the questions most often asked on websites such as RealSelf is about the difference between a tummy tuck and liposuction. It sounds like a simple either-or question, but in reality, the answer depends entirely on what is actually causing the contour problem. Liposuction and tummy tuck surgery are not interchangeable procedures. They solve…
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Liposuction and tummy tuck surgeries are two of the most transformative body contouring procedures available—but they often spark confusion and myths. Inspired by a real question from a RealSelf user, this post explains how these procedures can be integrated safely and effectively when performed by a boardcertified plastic surgeon. I’ll clarify what each surgery does,…
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Many patients scheduling a tummy tuck at my NYC practice ask the same question once we begin talking about recovery: “Do I really need to wear compression?” The answer is yes, and I do not say that casually. Compression is not just an optional extra or a way to make you look more “put together”…
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During the wintertime we are all covered up here in New York. The days are short and it’s hard to remain active, so many of us get cozy on the couch with comfort foods. When spring rolls around and we finally stand up to take off our sweaters, it can be a little shocking to…
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Pregnancy with multiples can dramatically change a woman’s body, leaving stretched skin and weakened muscles. Jane’s journey shows how a tummy tuck can restore confidence and comfort—even after carrying triplets. Her story is one I have remembered for years because it captures something I see often in my practice: a patient who is strong, healthy,…
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As both a plastic surgeon and (in a previous life) a personal trainer with a master's degree in exercise physiology, I have learned quite a bit about the muscles that make up the abdominal wall. Many patients come to me and are upset that they can't get their tummy flat again after childbirth. Some of…
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Want a smoother, flatter belly but don’t want your friends to know you’ve had a tummy tuck? It’s possible, but only if you plan wisely. There are two keys to a “secret” tummy tuck: Schedule your surgery in cooler months. Recover when sweaters and layers are in season, then unveil your new look when the weather…
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Recently, a patient came into my office for a consultation about a body contouring operation. She mentioned that she’d read about lower back pain after a tummy tuck and was concerned. This is one of those topics that worries people because they hear about it secondhand, often without enough context. Unfortunately, in her case, she…
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