Dr. Matthew Schulman
Surgery - Plastics
New York, NY
23 years experience male
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Matthew Schulman MD PC
New York, NY
About
Bio
Dr. Schulman is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in cosmetic surgery for the face, breast and body. He has been featured on CBS, ABC, NBC, FOX, The Doctors, TMZ, and Inside Edition for his innovative techniques and appears regularly in national magazines and newspapers. Read more.
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.
Surgery - Plastics
Plastic Surgery
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Implant material: There are pros and cons of each implant type. Speak to a board certified plastic surgeon.
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Neurologist: It would be unusual to be related to the facelift but possible that there was never injury. See a neurologist to pinpoint injury. It may be something ... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Totally different: These are two totally different procedures and not interchangeable. If you are considering gastric bypass, then you are clearly too overweight for lip... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Wait: There are specific protocols and there needs to be time between treatments.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Yes: Implants can be palpable under the skin. They should be placed under the muscle to add more protection over the implants. Speak to a board certified p... Read More
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A female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Yes: A breast lift is part of a breast reduction.
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A female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Save your money: Zerona is a non-invasive procedure that is supposed to eliminate or reduce fat. I have seen it and am honestly very unimpressed. I perform hundreds of... Read More
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A male asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Yes: You will have a discussion with your surgeon about where the fat is will come from and where it will be placed. Make sure to choose a board certified ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
No: Breast implants do not increase your risk of cancer
http://www.Drschulmanplasticsurgery.Com/breast/breast-augmentation/.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Yes: Breast implants are the most extensively studied medical device in the history of medicine. Everything in life has risks, but the risk associated with... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Ummm, no: One has nothing to do with the other. In fact, you may not even be a good surgical candidate if you have spinal stenosis.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Yes: You will need full medical clearance but as long as these medical problems are controlled, there should not be a problem.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Drs. Cronin & Gerow: Dr. Cronin and gerow.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Forever: When a bbl is done by an experienced bbl surgeon, the fat that survives the transfer should last forever. Usually 30% does not survive. Obviously, dra... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Ask your surgeon: Ask your surgeon what areas were done. The garment has nothing to do with it.
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A female asked:
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Depends: Size is relative. Sorry for a vague answer but it is a vague question.
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Maybe: It depends who does it and what they do. Less is more.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
No: You probably have a hernia and it can be repaired to make an innie. The hernia can be fixed and a cosmetic procedure can be done at the same time. Be... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Maybe: It really depends on the cause. You should be seen by a surgeon to determine what is causing your persistent infections.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Breast Feeding is OK: If done correctly, there should not be disruption of your ability to breast feed after breast augmentation and an areolar incision. Keep in mind that ... Read More
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A 58-year-old female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Maybe: It is important to know all the risks. You need to know the qualifications of your surgeon. You said 'cosmetic surgeon'. You should only use a board ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Necrosis: Necrosis after a tummy tuck is a very unfortunate problem and the treatment depends on the cause and size of the area. Follow your surgeon's advice. Y... Read More
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A 41-year-old female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Test your ab muscles: You can test your abdominal muscles by laying on your back and lifting your head. If you see an abdominal bulge, your muscles are separated.
http:/... Read More
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A 58-year-old female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Minimal pain: Face and neck lifts are generally painless. Pain is a sign that something may be wrong. You will mostly feel swollen and some stiffness.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Tests for lipo: Every doctor has their own pre-op protocol. At the very least, you should expect to have routine boodwork. This is usually done a few weeks before the... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Rapid Recovery: Each patient is different but there are some advanced techniques that will help you recover faster. I use a rapid recovery technique and my patients f... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
From wherever: We take the fat from wherever you don't want it and put it where you want it. Commonly it is the abdomen, flanks, back and thighs.
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A 39-year-old female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Varies: Scar placement will vary by type of breast lift. The scar quality will depend on your skin type. Talk to your surgeon about your concerns.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Safety of breast aug: There are risks with any procedure but when done by a board certified plastic surgeon using a board certified anesthesiologist in a fully accredited f... Read More
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A female asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Implant and TT: It is very common to have a tummy tuck and breast implants at the same time. It makes sense. Find a board certified plastic surgeon experience at both... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Possible but....: Not recommended. Concentrate on one procedure at a time.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
Breast reduction: You are asking a question that no one can answer online in 400 characters. It is a reduction and lift of your breasts. Meet with a board certified pla... Read More
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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Surgery - Plastics 23 years experience
No way: The gold standard for facial rejuvenation is a facelift. Period. Non-invasive treatments like ulthera are sexy and appealing but certainly not gold st... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Complicated: The only was to answer this is through a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Sorry.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Schulman is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Schulman is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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But facial rejuvenation does not rid facial skin of fine wrinkles as expressed by other MD's. .
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Hugely helpful, thank you!
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, PA
Graduated 2000MD
Residency
MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL
Awards
"America's Top Plastic Surgeons" by Consumers Research Council of America 2008-2013
America's Most Compassionate Doctors, Patient's Choice 2008-2013
America's Top Surgeon's, Consumer Research Council of America 2008-2013
Affiliations
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
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