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.
How often do you hear “I think I’m coming down with something”? This is a common saying when feeling the beginning symptoms of a cold. While we are in the midst of cold and flu season, here are some tips to speed your recovery from pre cold symptoms. Boost your intake of Vitamin C and…
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Do you frequently wear turtlenecks or scarves to hide your saggy neck? Are you uncomfortable wearing your hair up? Liposuction can solve this problem by creating an elegant neck. Dr. Sterry can complete the procedure in as little as 45 minutes at his surgical facility. Using local anesthesia, three pinholes are made with a…
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Do you feel comfortable with the plastic surgeons in your area? Perhaps your state doesn’t have an expert in the procedure you are seeking. The appeal of medical tourism is hard to miss. With “lower prices” and beautiful resort to recover in, who wouldn’t want a cosmetic vacation? Not all that glitters is gold… and…
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Retinol is a skincare ingredient derived from vitamin A. It is used to unclog pores, reduce fine lines, even out discoloration, and smooth the skin. Prescription formulas use stronger Retinoids, providing the most impressive results in as little as 4 weeks. But you don’t have to see the dermatologist to reap the benefits. Over the…
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It’s cold outside! Old Man winter has arrived and temperatures across the nation are the coldest in recent years. Is your skin itchy, dry, and tight? Blustery winds lead to chapping and dryness. It pays to learn more on how one can keep skin ailments at bay. Going inside will not save you, as indoor…
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Every so often, a weight-loss idea gets a burst of attention because it sounds simple, clever, and far less invasive than the older alternatives. It's less rigorous than drinking chocolate slim and working out daily. Injecting botulinum toxin into the stomach has long fallen into that category. I understand the appeal immediately. If Botox can…
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When patients ask me about “gummy bear implants,” they are usually asking two questions at once. First, they want to know what makes these implants different from older silicone implants. Second, they want to know whether “gummy bear” means better, safer, or more natural-looking. Those are fair questions, and they deserve a more precise answer…
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A nicely done facelift should not be noticeable. Other people should think the patient looks nice, and it should NEVER occur to others that the patient has had an operation. The paradox in my mind is that in order to accomplish that goal the surgeon needs to be MORE aggressive, not less. Why? Because in…
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I do a lot of body contouring. In my earlier years, I was very possibly the most experienced plastic surgeon in New York City when it came to post-bariatric body contouring for loose skin. Times have changed, but I'm still glad that I have these skills, and I still do a fair number of arm…
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Medical photography online seems not to adhere to any set of standards. This is for the most part because doctors are trained in medicine and surgery, not photography. On the other hand, I have noticed a few websites that post pictures that I simply don’t believe are honest. They are not typically altered outright, but there is so much more to the story than photoshop alone.
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