For over 20 years, board-certified plastic surgeon and NYPSG partner, Dr. Barry K. Douglas, has produced original artwork for the cover of the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons (NESPS) regional conference journal. Each illustration is designed to highlight the annual conference’s host city. This year, the 41st Annual Meeting will be held from September 12 through… Continue Reading
Each year, board-certified plastic surgeon and LIPSG partner Dr. Barry K. Douglas, produces original artwork for the cover of the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons (NESPS) regional conference journal. Each illustration is designed to highlight the annual conference’s host city. This year, the 39th Annual Meeting will be held from September 30th through October 2nd… Continue Reading
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
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
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
The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly changed everyday life here in New York. With families spending more time at home, major news outlets have reported an increase in various trends. In addition to home baking and virtual game nights, one interest that also seems to be on the rise is plastic surgery. While the choice to… Continue Reading
Throughout our history as a practice, we at Long Island Plastic Surgical Group have committed ourselves to helping those in medically underserved communities. The collective expertise of our surgeons has allowed us to provide life-changing reconstructive surgical care to patients who would have otherwise lacked access to treatment. LIPSG’s Dr. Louis Riina passed away on… Continue Reading
ReSurge International is an organization that has been providing reconstructive plastic surgical care since 1969. They treat patients in developing countries where life-saving treatments, as well as basic medical care, are often unavailable and unaffordable. Long Island Plastic Surgical Group is extremely thankful for our thriving partnership with ReSurge International, and celebrates their impactful mission… Continue Reading
In this blog, Dr. Frederick Lukash talks about the variety of injectable products currently available, and his preference for use. Dr. Lukash is a certified injectable trainer with Galderma, the parent company of Restylane. Long Island Plastic Surgical Group is proud to be one of the first practices in the area to have access to… Continue Reading
