If you're like my tummy tuck patients in Troy, NY, you may have questions and concerns about surgical drains. It’s important to know you’re not alone in feeling anxious about this aspect of recovery. Drains are designed to help your body heal quickly and safely. Knowing how they work and what to expect is a great …
I knew I was interested in plastic surgery after my first year in medical school. I spent the summer after that first year doing research on skin characteristics with a plastic surgeon and shadowing him in the operating room. I was immediately struck by the creativity required in plastic surgery, and how each case and …