As one of the most well established plastic surgery practices in the nation, Long Island Plastic Surgical Group (LIPSG) is home to 22 physicians who are highly experienced and widely recognized as leaders in their field. Dr. Tommaso Addona, President of LIPSG, is a trusted expert in breast reconstruction surgery. He was recently featured in… Continue Reading
On June 16th, Dr. Tommaso Addona was awarded as a Healthcare Hero by Schneps Media. Recognized for delivering quality care, this celebratory event was held to spotlight the contributions of members of the healthcare community from New York to Montauk. Dr. Addona explained in an interview, “We provide an excellent service for the local community… Continue Reading
At Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, breast cancer awareness extends far beyond the month of October. In fact aside from routinely performing the most state-of-the-art reconstructive procedures, many of our physicians also offer presentations and educational talks throughout the year. This month, two of our talented surgeons, Dr. Irena Karanetz and Dr. David Mattos, both… Continue Reading
Dear Patients, Colleagues, and Friends, This month, your help goes twice as far. ReSurge International is a non-for-profit organization that provides life-changing reconstructive surgeries and builds surgical capacity in developing countries. As a long-standing partner of the organization, LIPSG physicians have traveled on medical missions with ReSurge to a variety of areas including India and… Continue Reading
The Institute for Hand Surgery at Long Island Plastic Surgical Group is composed of experienced plastic surgeons that provide comprehensive care for conditions of the hand, upper extremity, and peripheral nervous system. Oftentimes, plastic surgeons do not come to mind for the treatment of hand issues and injuries. With exposure to a vast array of… Continue Reading
One of the hallmarks of Long Island Plastic Surgical Group is our decades-long commitment to furthering the science and art of plastic surgery through our celebrated residency program. Since 1954, our team of expert physicians has trained more than 130 residents and 34 burn fellows. In 1989 LIPSG partner Dr. Roger L. Simpson took the… Continue Reading
The Transformations 2020 virtual celebration and fundraising event held on October 24th was an incredible success! As a practice, LIPSG was proud to have been the musical sponsor. Our special guest, singer/ songwriter, Joan Osborne, gave a truly fantastic performance. If you were unable to attend, you can view the event in its entirety below…. Continue Reading
Recently, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons issued a press release explaining the important distinction that exists between board-certified cosmetic surgeons and plastic surgeons. A board-certified plastic surgeon must have at least six years of surgical training, including completion of an accredited plastic surgery training program. They must perform thousands of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery… Continue Reading
It was at the urging of Lori’s close friend that she decided to go for her annual mammogram. Although Lori worked in healthcare public relations and supervised the FDA approval of Femara and the re-launch of silicone breast implants, she had not scheduled an exam in over five years. During her appointment, seven months later,… Continue Reading
I am Rita Grey…I’m a dreamer with my feet on the ground and my heart on a cloud. I’m a daughter, mother, and grandma. Here is how I faced my experience with Breast Cancer: When I received my diagnosis: I didn’t know what to feel, I was confused until I allowed my heart to cry… Continue Reading
