Business Details
25 Years
experience
Premier Plastic Surgeon in New York City
Dr. Michelle Zweifler is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience specializing in facial rejuvenation and breast/body contouring. She completed her Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Fellowship under renowned surgeon John Q. Owsley, MD, and maintains prestigious hospital affiliations at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital. Dr. Zweifler combines technical expertise with personalized care, offering procedures ranging from breast reductions and tummy tucks to non-surgical injectables.Her practice emphasizes patient education, realistic expectations, and achieving natural-looking results. With memberships in multiple professional societies and recognition in Castle Connolly's America's Cosmetic Doctors, she remains committed to advancing her field through continuous education and published research. Her team prioritizes seamless patient experiences, from insurance coordination to post-operative follow-up, ensuring comfort and confidence throughout every surgical journey.
Services
Breast Augmentation
Facelift
Liposuction
Tummy Tuck
Chemical Peel
Eyelid Surgery
Breast Reduction
Fat Transfer
Non-Surgical Injectables
Arm Lift
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Double board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience
- Personalized care from consultation through post-operative recovery
- Featured in top media outlets including New York Times and CNN
- Hospital affiliations at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat
- Published research in leading journals like Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Surgery
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Castle Connolly's America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists
What people say
Outstanding results
Caring team
Natural-looking outcomes
Exceptional follow-up
Pain-free process
Services
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances breast volume and projection using saline, silicone, or fat transfer techniques. Ideal for patients seeking fuller contours, this procedure addresses asymmetry or volume loss. Dr. Zweifler customizes incision placement and implant positioning to achieve natural, proportionate results while prioritizing long-term comfort and aesthetics.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tucks remove excess skin and tighten abdominal muscles post-pregnancy or weight loss. Dr. Zweifler combines muscle repair with skin contouring for a flatter profile. This procedure often includes liposuction for enhanced definition, delivering transformative results for patients seeking core rejuvenation.
Facelift
Facelifts address sagging skin, jowls, and deep folds to restore youthful facial contours. Dr. Zweifler uses minimally invasive techniques to reposition tissue while preserving natural expressions. Patients achieve refreshed appearances with discreet scarring hidden within hairlines and natural facial creases.
Liposuction
Liposuction eliminates stubborn fat deposits in areas like the abdomen, thighs, and neck. Dr. Zweifler employs advanced techniques including ultrasound and laser-assisted methods for precise contouring. This procedure offers targeted sculpting with minimal downtime, ideal for patients near their ideal weight.
Chemical Peel
Chemical peels improve texture by removing damaged outer skin layers. Dr. Zweifler recommends customized solutions like glycolic or TCA peels to address wrinkles, sun damage, or scarring. Treatments range from light exfoliation to deep rejuvenation, with tailored aftercare for optimal skin health.
People
Michelle Zweifler
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Michelle Zweifler is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience specializing in facial and body contouring. She completed her fellowship under Dr. John Owsley and has been featured in major media outlets. Her practice emphasizes patient education and natural results.
Questions
What plastic surgery procedures does Dr. Zweifler specialize in?
Dr. Zweifler specializes in breast augmentation, tummy tucks, facelifts, liposuction, and non-surgical injectables. She focuses on personalized solutions for facial rejuvenation and body contouring.
How experienced is Dr. Zweifler?
With over 20 years of experience and double board certification, Dr. Zweifler completed a prestigious fellowship and has hospital affiliations at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital.
What should I expect during a consultation?
Consultations include detailed discussions about goals, medical history, and customized treatment plans. Dr. Zweifler explains procedures, risks, and recovery while addressing all patient questions and concerns.
Does the practice accept insurance?
The team assists with insurance coordination for medically necessary procedures like breast reductions. Cosmetic surgeries typically aren't covered, but flexible payment options are available.
What is the recovery process like?
Recovery varies by procedure but generally includes detailed aftercare instructions, follow-up appointments, and activity restrictions. Most patients report manageable discomfort with proper pain management protocols.
