Practice, Michelle J. Zweifler MD
800-A 5th Ave
#302
New York, NY 10065
United States
In Practice Since 2001
About Michelle J. Zweifler, MD
Introduction
Everyone wants to look, feel, and be his or her best. It's natural — we want the mirror to reflect our inner youthfulness and beauty. Finding the right cosmetic surgeon — a surgeon with superior medical qualifications and the ability to listen to and understand a person's desires, concerns, and cosmetic goals — is an important decision. We are committed to providing the highest quality care with a focus on understanding your expectations and creating a natural appearance.
Education & Training
Education
May, 1993 - MD, State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn (Downstate), Brooklyn, New York
May, 1989 - BS, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
Postgraduate Training
July, 2000 - June 2001 Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship with Perceptor, John Q. Owsley, M.D., California Pacific Medical Center Davies Campus, San Francisco, California
July, 1998 - June 2000 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency, State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
July, 1997 - June 1998 Chief Resident General Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York
July, 1993 - June 1997 General Surgery Residency, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York
May, 1993 - MD, State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn (Downstate), Brooklyn, New York
May, 1989 - BS, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
Postgraduate Training
July, 2000 - June 2001 Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship with Perceptor, John Q. Owsley, M.D., California Pacific Medical Center Davies Campus, San Francisco, California
July, 1998 - June 2000 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency, State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
July, 1997 - June 1998 Chief Resident General Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York
July, 1993 - June 1997 General Surgery Residency, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York
Locations
Procedures Performed
Procedure Specializations
Other Procedures Offered
Questions Answered
Asked 2016-01-04
I had a vertical breast reduction 1 month ago. I have lower pole fullness and look droopy with high nipples. I had a medial pedicle. 500 g was removed from each breast. Breasts now end at the crease of my elbow not my belly button but I feel they are to big and my surgeon agrees but what's the…
8 Answers
Michelle J. Zweifler, MD
Answered: 2016-01-05
At times vertical breast reductions, may need to be converted to an anchor, Wise pattern, inverted "T" to minimize high nipples and bottoming out. This would allow for additional reducing the breasts too. Usually one waits 6 months for a revision but there may be exceptions to the rule.
Additional Information
Gender
Female
Office Hours
Office Hours
Monday- Friday 9AM-5PM
Languages
English
Payment options
Financing Available
Financing Available
Carecredit
Brands Offered
Brands Offered
Botox, Dysport, Xeomin
Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Versa
Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Versa
Devices Offered
Devices Offered
Sofwave
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS)
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
The Medical Board of California
National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME)
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
The Medical Board of California
National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME)
Society Memberships
Society Memberships
The Aesthetic Society
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
Hospital Affiliation(s)
Hospital Affiliation(s)
Lenox Hill Hospital: Assistant Adjunct Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, New York, New York
Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital: Assistant Attending Department of Plastic Surgery, New York, New York
Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital: Assistant Attending Department of Plastic Surgery, New York, New York
Surgical Facilities
Surgical Facilities
Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital
National Provider Identifier (NPI)
1902961667
How Dr. Zweifler goes beyond
“I truly enjoy the specialty of plastic surgery, from the initial consultation to the technical aspects to the rewards of enhancing your appearance.”
Contact
Practice, Michelle J. Zweifler MD
800-A 5th Ave
#302
New York, NY 10065
United States