About Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Douglas Senderoff, MD,FACS

Douglas M. Senderoff, MD, FACS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners

Dr. Douglas Senderoff completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at Emory University and his master's degree in Human Nutrition, at Columbia University.  After he received his medical degree from State University of New York Health Science Center, Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Senderoff trained in general surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City.

The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon completed his residency in plastic surgery and a Microsurgery Research Fellowship at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.  He is the author of numerous publications relating to wound healing and has received local and national recognition for his research in the field of microsurgery.  The Manhattan Plastic surgeon has lectured both nationally and internationally on the various areas of his expertise.  The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners. 

Dr. Senderoff is a board-certified plastic surgeon with special expertise in aesthetic surgery of the face and body. He is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a Fellow of The American College of Surgeons. The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon was trained in plastic surgery at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York where he completed a microsurgery research fellowship. During the course of his training he received local and national recognition along with numerous awards for his original research in the field of microsurgery relating to wound healing. The NYC Plastic Surgeon performed his general surgery residency at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. He earned a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition from Columbia University in New York. He completed his undergraduate education at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.

He is the author of numerous publications and has presented his research at major plastic surgery conferences around the U.S. Dr. Senderoff has produced several teaching videos to educate plastic surgeons in the techniques he uses for buttock implant surgery, pectoral implant surgery and advanced liposuction.

The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon has incorporated the latest technology into his plastic surgery practice in order to provide his patients with the best results. One of the advanced technologies that Dr. Senderoff uses includes the Canfield 3-D patient imaging system. This system allows Dr. Senderoff to capture a three dimensional image of the patient’s face or breasts that can be computer enhanced to produce a realistic simulation of the results of surgery. This imaging system enables the NYC Plastic Surgeon to better communicate to the patient through the use of visual images that illustrate what may likely be accomplished through surgery.

Dr. Senderoff has experience with the latest technologies in liposuction including laser and ultrasonic devices. He was one of the first surgeons in New York to offer his patients Vaser ultrasonic liposuction which uses sound waves to selectively target fat cells prior to suctioning. The NYC Plastic Surgeon uses advanced endoscopic techniques to precisely create the pocket when inserting an implant through the axilla for either breast or pectoral augmentation. The NYC Plastic Surgeon participated as a clinical investigator in the McGhan Silicone Implant study. His data along with the data collected by other plastic surgeons was presented to the FDA who ultimately determined that silicone implants are safe to use for breast surgery. The Board Certified NYC Plastic Surgeon also uses endoscopic techniques to correct brow ptosis or sagging. Endoscopic brow lifts can be performed through small incisions in the scalp, avoiding the need for a large forehead scar.

Dr. Senderoff has extensive experience in buttock augmentation using solid silicone implants as well as harvested fat. He has developed a special surgical instrument for buttock implant surgery used by many surgeons which has proven essential to obtaining excellent results. The NYC Plastic Surgeon is often consulted by other plastic surgeons for his expertise in managing the recovery of buttock implant patients that experience prolonged healing due to complications from surgery. He has used the data from his years of experience with buttock implant patients to educate other surgeons on the safety of the procedure and improve patient outcome.

Dr. Senderoff has extensive experience with the use of facial fillers to correct the wrinkles and loss of facial volume associated with aging or disease. In addition, Dr. Senderoff is experienced with the use of surgical adhesives to aid in the recovery of facial surgery patients by minimizing bruising and fluid accumulations under the skin.

Dr. Senderoff has incorporated the use of a variety of lasers and light based devices to enhance the results of surgery. These devices may also be used in place of surgery for patients who do not require surgical procedures. Some of the nonsurgical devices offered include Velasmooth for cellulite reduction and IPL and Erbium laser treatments for facial rejuvenation and scar reduction.

The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon has incorporated his background in nutrition to create a line of products known as Nutrisurgicals that can aid in the recovery of patients undergoing surgical procedures. These postoperative recovery products include a combination of vitamin supplements, antioxidants and immune system boosters, along with a homeopathic remedy, a healing cream, and a balanced nutrition bar.

The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon has investigated the use of pulsed electromagnetic energy in the healing of postoperative plastic surgery patients. This technology can reduce swelling, bruising and inflammation at the site of surgery resulting in less pain and better recovery. These healing devices are available to his patients after surgery.

Dr. Senderoff is dedicated to understanding and meeting the needs of his patients. After years of experience caring for plastic surgery patient he realizes the expectations that patients have regarding their potential results. He is committed to providing his patients with the best experience possible when undergoing elective plastic surgery. He has created an environment where he and his staff are available to help his patients from the moment they enter his office to well after they have healed from their surgery.

 The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon is an active member of following medical societies:

American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Member

New York State Medical Society, Member

American College of Surgeons, Fellow

The NYC Plastic Surgeon is affiliated with numerous hospitals and surgery centers in the New York area including:

• Lawrence Hospital
   - Bronxville, New York

• United Hospital
   - Port Chester, New York

• Beth Israel Medical Center
   - New York, New York

• Cabrini Medical Center
   - New York, New York

The Manhattan Plastic Surgeon is a Clinical Instructor of Surgery at Weill Medical College of Cornell University.

The NYC Board Certified Plastic Surgeon is experienced in the latest techniques in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery including tumescent liposuction and endoscopic surgery.  He specializes in body contouring procedures including breast enlargement and liposuction, as well as face and eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty.

Dr. Senderoff, is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, what does "Board Certified Mean"?
Q: How does a doctor become Board Certified?

By choosing a plastic surgeon who is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc., you can be assured that the doctor has graduated from an accredited medical school and has completed at least five years of additional training as a resident surgeon. This includes a minimum three-year residency in an accredited general surgery program and a minimum two-year residency in plastic surgery. To become certified, the doctor then must successfully complete comprehensive written and oral exams. Board Certification is a voluntary process.

Q. Why is The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. different from other plastic surgery (or cosmetic surgery) Boards?
ABPS is one of the 24 specialty boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). It is the only ABMS Board which certifies in the full spectrum of the entire specialty of plastic surgery.

Q. What is the difference between membership in a society, association, academy and being a Diplomate of ABPS?
The ABPS Diplomate is a certified physician who has met the requirements outlined above. The mission of The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. is to promote safe, ethical, efficacious plastic surgery to the public by maintaining high standards for the education, examination, certification and recertification of plastic surgeons as specialists and sub specialists. Societies are professional associations. The specific society, association or academy should be contacted for specific membership requirements and mission.

Q. Define accreditation and certification, and licensure.
Licensure is designed as minimum standard necessary to practice medicine. It is a public function, administered by the states, the standards are established through a public process and all actions taken - both in granting a license and in restricting or withdrawing a license - are matters of public record. Licensure is not specialty specific and permits an individual to provide to the public any medical or surgical service he/she desires.

Certification by a specialty Board attests to 1) completion of a prescribed set of education and training requirements in a specialty of medicine beyond the minimum requirements for licensure, and 2) passage of examination that test the fund of knowledge in that specialty. Most specialties now also require periodic recertification, which generally requires completion of specified continuing education and successful completion of a further examination testing the fund of knowledge in that specialty. Many health care organizations and health plans now require certification in order to provide services in the relevant specialty area. Board-certified physicians govern specialty Boards in that specialty.

Accreditation is awarded to licensed physicians who have conducted their professional activities in accordance with standards set to define quality in professional practice. These standards include ethical behavior; absence of disciplinary actions by hospitals, licensing agencies, or financing programs; participation in peer review; participation in clinical self-assessment; operation of a safe, patient-centered practice that meets criteria for quality; and participation in measurement of clinical performance and patient care results, including patient satisfaction. Accreditation is not specialty specific. Accreditation reports include information on the physician's license status and specialty board certification. The American Medical Accreditation Program can be contacted for further information.