Dr. Matthew Galumbeck
Plastic Surgery
Virginia Beach, VA
36 years experience male
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Galumbeck Plastic Surgery
Virginia Beach, VA
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With over 20 years of clinical experience and having performed over 5,000 cosmetic surgery procedures, Dr. Matthew Galumbeck has the experience and skills to deliver outstanding cosmetic surgery outcomes. A native of Virginia Beach, Matthew Galumbeck, MD received his undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary, and his medical degree from Duke University. He trained in general surgery at Case Western Reserve University, and in plastic surgery at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Further study includes advanced training in body contouring in Paris. Dr. Galumbeck is an assistant professor of plastic surgery at Eastern Virginia Medical School. His ongoing clinical research includes studies on body contouring and facial rejuvenation. He has taught other physicians th
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Plastic Surgery
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English
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Lip injections : Improve the lipstick lines and give more fullness to the lips. A mini lip lift usually refers to the procedure of lifting the corners of the mouth if... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Itching a few days : After breast augmentation is very common. Antibiotic ointment may help. Since you are only 3 days postoperative, it is best to call your plastic surge... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Liposuction: Of the neck is a procedure that permanently removes fat. The procedure can be done under local or general anesthesia. Patients are back to work and so... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Scars are permanent: The scars from any surgery including breast reconstruction are permanent. However over time, the scars will most likely fade to a thin white line. M... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Breast implant: Removal is surgical procedure that usually is performed under anesthesia. If the procedure is just to remove implants, the procedure is rather short. ... Read More
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A male asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Usually not: While any injury to the skin results in a scar, skin tag removal usually leaves small imperceptible scars.
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A female asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Most likely you can: Liposuction is a shaping procedure, not a weight loss procedure. If you have areas of fat that are making you disproportionate, then liposuction will... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Prevention is best: Stretch marks are scars under the surface layer of the skin. Once you have them, just like any other scar, they are permanent. While many creams or ... Read More
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A 44-year-old female asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Abdominoplasty scars: Can be revised to improve their appearance. At year after surgery, the scar is mature and can be revised. Discuss your concerns with your plastics s... Read More
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A 45-year-old female asked:
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If you have had skin: Cancer you have approximately a 35% chance of getting another skin cancer. If you have any new growths or change in appearance of a mole, you should ... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Healthy living: Will help more than anything. Good eating habits and exercise are the best things you can do to lose weight. While compression garments may make it m... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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The Best Breast : Surgeon should be board certified and perform a breast reduction routinely. You should be able to see before and after pictures of patients that he h... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Gynecomastia : Can recur. Gynecomastia (male breast enlargement) can be due to drugs, hormones, or medical conditions. Many men also can have excess fat deposits on... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Restylane (dermal fillers): Is a tissue filler to minimize fine lines and wrinkles. It works very well for the lines you describe. The injections take only a few minutes to perfo... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Scars are permanent: But you may have options to improve the scars appearance. Several lasers are available that may improve the scar appearance (fraxel, pixel, co2). A ... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Lavender oil is good: For relaxation and soothing. I know of no scientific studies that show lavender oil will heal acne scarring. Once acne scars are made, they are perm... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Smart lipo uses heat: To liquefy fat during the procedure. One of the complications of smart lipo is burning of the skin from the laser heat.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Yes you can: After weight loss, many women are unhappy with the size and shape of their breasts. If you have breast drop, you may need a breast lift or mastopexy.... Read More
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Gynecomastia : Or male breast enlargement can be very embarrassing. To decrease the male breast you can have the excess breast tissue and skin excised. If you jus... Read More
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A male asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Some do: There are several ways to determine the appropriate size for implants. Some physicians will measure you and select an implant size based on your prop... Read More
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Gynecomastia can be : Treated. Options for treatment include liposuction of the area to reduce the amount of glandular tissue present. This mat be combined with breast ti... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Breast Implant risks: Although breast implants are fda approved and safe they do have risks. Surgical risks, as with any procedure, include bleeding, infection, and anesth... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Yes: While these procedures can improve your appearance, they are not a replacement for good eating habits and exercising. Although your body will not mak... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Tumescent: Liposuction is a procedure to permanently remove fat and improve shape and proportion. Tumescent refers to the solution injected into the fat prior to... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
You have options.: If you are happy with your size then you may need only a breast lift (mastopexy). If you want to be larger or have more fullness then a breast lift co... Read More
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A male asked:
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Plastic Surgery 36 years experience
Usually a few days: Cheek implants are may be placed through a small incision inside the mouth or through the lower eyelid. Bruising and swelling are common after the pro... Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Galumbeck is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Galumbeck is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! i am seeing my surgeon in may, thankyou for your response.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Duke University School of Medicine, NC
Graduated 1987MD
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