Recently, LIPSG partner, Dr. George Xipoleas, sat down with Angela Papalia, Assistant Director for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program, to discuss the topic of preparing for breast reconstruction surgery. Tune in to the video below to learn more. 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
Matteo DiMartino was born with a lymphatic malformation that developed while he was still in the womb. His mother and father, Christina and Franco, found out about his condition just 14 weeks into the pregnancy. It was diagnosed as a Cystic Hygroma, which is the umbrella condition that lymphatic malformations are typically categorized under. After… Continue Reading
July is the time of year that calls for family, friends, fun, and fireworks. This holiday weekend, we want to remind everyone of the safety measures to remember when celebrating Independence Day. The National Fire Protection Association states, “From 2013-2017, an average of 19,000 patients per year went to emergency rooms because of injuries involving… Continue Reading
Richard Reish is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has been with Long Island Plastic Surgical Group since 2014. He performs a wide range of cosmetic plastic surgical procedures, and is also well versed in all areas of reconstructive surgery. Dr. Reish is very active on the online platform RealSelf, the largest and most trusted website… Continue Reading
Resident Dr. Ahmed Nasser presented a paper on Recalcitrant Scalp Burn at the annual American Burn Association meeting in Chicago on April 10th. Dr. Nasser is a Post Grad Year 5 resident in the Integrated Plastic Surgery Program at Nassau University Medical Center/Stony Brook Medicine. Dr. Frederick Lukash presented a poster on Autologous Fat Grafting in Teens: A Simple… Continue Reading
Get to know Dr. Brian Pinsky with these fun facts! 1) He was born in Lansing, Michigan and raised in Akron, Ohio. 2) In medical school, his band won the Case Western Reserve University Battle of the Bands – not once, but twice! 3) He has two kids, Phoebe (age 6) and Grayden (age 3)…. Continue Reading
Did you know these 5 fun facts about Dr. Rachel Ruotolo? 1. Before deciding to pursue a career in medicine, Dr. Ruotolo trained for many years in ballet and wanted to become a professional dancer. 2. She is an award winning surgeon, which includes: Honored at the inaugural Southside Hospital Heroes Night in 20162017 Exceptional… Continue Reading
