Gender affirmation surgery (also called transgender surgery) refers to procedures that help people transition to their self-identified gender. As I’ve highlighted in past blogs, gender affirmation surgery continues to increase in popularity, with roughly 1 in 4 transgender and nonbinary persons choosing to undergo transgender procedures. But, gender affirmation surgery is a big decision that… Continue Reading »
Over the last five years, women have been increasingly opting for minimal, more natural-looking breast augmentation results. While there are many low-profile implant options available, fat transfer has emerged as another safe and effective augmentation method for women looking to modestly increase their cup size and/or enhance the shape of their breasts. Read on to… Continue Reading »
Even the best facelift (rhytidectomy) results naturally fade over time, but you can take steps to maintain your rejuvenated appearance as you continue to age. If it’s been 10 or more years since your initial facelift—or if contributing factors such as illness, weight loss, or sun damage have diminished your results—you may benefit from a… Continue Reading »
Did you know there are no cosmetic surgery-focused medical residencies in the US and that fellowship training is how board certified cosmetic surgeons learn their craft? The reasons for this are twofold: first, US-based medical residencies are focused on medically necessary procedures. Secondly, cosmetic surgery is a constantly evolving field, and fellowship training in a… Continue Reading »
There are several procedures that can help patients improve and better enjoy the shape of their legs. That said, knowing what changes will help your legs look more harmonious can be tricky, so today we’re taking a deep dive into the subject of leg aesthetics, starting with the components of shapely legs, followed by solutions…. Continue Reading »