Business Details
25 Years
experience
Premier Plastic Surgery in New York, NY
Founded by Dr. David Hidalgo, our practice combines decades of expertise in reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery with a commitment to artistic precision. Dr. Hidalgo began his career at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, where he pioneered innovative jaw reconstruction techniques that became the global standard. Transitioning to private practice in 2001, he has since focused on facial and body contouring procedures, emphasizing natural results that enhance individual beauty. Our team, led by board-certified surgeons, utilizes advanced techniques in facelifts, breast surgery, rhinoplasty, and body contouring, grounded in rigorous academic research and clinical excellence. Affiliated with Weill-Cornell Medical College, we maintain a strong focus on education and innovation while prioritizing personalized patient care.Our approach integrates surgical expertise with an artist's eye for detail, ensuring outcomes that align with each patient's unique anatomy and goals. With a staff trained in top-tier institutions, we provide comprehensive consultations, meticulous pre- and post-operative care, and a dedication to safety and ethical standards. Our practice remains at the forefront of the field through continuous research, peer-reviewed publications, and leadership roles in professional societies, ensuring patients receive the most effective and evidence-based treatments available.
Services
Facelift
Breast Augmentation
Rhinoplasty
Breast Reduction
Liposuction
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery
- Our team includes board-certified surgeons with academic affiliations
- We utilize evidence-based techniques refined through peer-reviewed research
- Our practice maintains affiliations with Weill-Cornell Medical College
- We provide personalized care with meticulous attention to anatomical detail
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
What people say
Natural results
Professional staff
Exceptional attention
Thorough consultations
Transformative outcomes
Services
Facelift
Facelift surgery addresses visible signs of aging through precise tissue repositioning and skin tightening. Our deep plane technique preserves natural facial expressions while creating long-lasting results. Ideal candidates have moderate to advanced facial aging with skin laxity and deep creases. The procedure often includes neck contouring for comprehensive rejuvenation, with recovery typically lasting 2-3 weeks. Patients appreciate the subtle yet transformative outcomes that restore youthful facial harmony without appearing overdone.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances size and shape through silicone or saline implants placed above or below the muscle. Our approach prioritizes anatomical proportions, using preoperative measurements to determine optimal implant dimensions. Incision options include inframammary, periareolar, or transaxillary approaches. Recovery involves limited upper body activity for 4-6 weeks. Patients benefit from our expertise in achieving natural cleavage and symmetry while minimizing visible scarring through meticulous surgical technique.
Rhinoplasty
Nasal surgery improves facial balance by reshaping the bridge, tip, or nostrils while maintaining functional breathing capacity. Our technique preserves structural integrity through conservative cartilage modification. Both open and closed approaches are available depending on complexity. Swelling reduction takes 6-12 months for final results, though initial improvements appear within weeks. Patients appreciate our attention to ethnic nasal characteristics and commitment to creating harmonious facial proportions.
Breast Reduction
This procedure alleviates physical discomfort from oversized breasts through tissue removal and nipple repositioning. We employ pedicled flap techniques to maintain blood supply while creating aesthetically pleasing contours. Scarring patterns follow standard anchor-shaped incisions with careful closure methods. Recovery involves avoiding heavy lifting for 4-6 weeks. Patients commonly report improved posture, reduced back pain, and enhanced quality of life following surgery.
Liposuction
Targeted fat removal reshapes stubborn areas through small incisions and tumescent anesthesia. We use power-assisted liposuction for smooth results with reduced recovery time. Common treatment zones include abdomen, flanks, and thighs. Final contour stabilization occurs after 3-6 months of postoperative swelling resolution. Patients benefit from our focus on skin elasticity preservation and strategic fat redistribution techniques for optimal body proportions.
People
Christopher
Practice Manager
Overseeing daily operations since 2018, Christopher ensures seamless patient experiences from initial consultation through postoperative care while pursuing culinary arts education in his free time.
Lia
Patient Coordinator
Since 2021, Lia has guided patients through scheduling and procedural questions with warmth and cultural awareness, enjoying global travel experiences outside her medical role.
Brooke
Patient Coordinator
Bringing a cheerful demeanor since 2025, Brooke creates relaxed patient environments while pursuing music and film interests alongside her feline companions Gouda and Brie.
Meghan
Registered Nurse
Transitioning from academic medicine in 2020, Meghan delivers personalized care through paddle-tennis enthusiasm and jewelry-making skills while caring for wiener dog Walter.
Samantha
Registered Nurse
A recent graduate since 2019, Samantha combines quiet focus with relentless dedication to patient care, continuously refining her nursing expertise at Binghamton University.
Questions
What qualifications do your surgeons hold?
Our surgeons are board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with additional fellowships in aesthetic and reconstructive techniques. Dr. Hidalgo maintains academic appointments at Weill-Cornell Medical College.
How are personalized treatment plans developed?
We conduct comprehensive consultations assessing anatomy, goals, and medical history to create customized surgical approaches that prioritize natural, harmonious results aligned with individual proportions.
What recovery timelines should I expect?
Recovery varies by procedure: facelifts require 2-3 weeks, breast surgeries 4-6 weeks, and liposuction 1-2 weeks. Detailed postoperative instructions ensure optimal healing and outcomes.
Do you offer non-surgical alternatives?
While our focus is surgical excellence, we incorporate complementary non-surgical treatments through affiliated providers for comprehensive aesthetic care solutions.
How are surgical risks managed?
We prioritize patient safety through thorough preoperative assessments, evidence-based techniques, and meticulous postoperative monitoring to minimize complications and ensure successful recoveries.
Can out-of-town patients receive care?
Yes, we accommodate out-of-town patients with virtual consultations and coordinate care timelines to minimize travel requirements while maintaining our high standard of personalized attention.
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Reviews (4)
Denise Brenner
May 20, 2022
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My experience with Dr. Hidalgo and his practice was outstanding. Dr. Hidalgo is a an artist, and took such tremendous time and care to make sure my results were perfect. On top of the outstanding results, Dr. Hidalgo and his entire staff treated me with exceptional care and compassion. They eased my nerves pre-procedure, and both pre- and post-procedure took time to answer my every question and make sure I felt at ease and well cared for. My results are beyond what I dreamed of and I will forever be thankful to Dr. Hidalgo and his staff for their life changing care.
Alessia Lawson
Jan 30, 2022
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Dr. Hidalgo has outstanding surgical skills and writes for Medical Journals but there is so much more that makes him the best plastic surgeon. Dr. Hidalgo is also an artist which allows him to use his artistic talents and discerning eye to enhance people's natural beauty, making his work look very natural. Not every doctor possesses all of these skills which truly makes a difference in the end result.
His team is professional and knowledgeable and they truly care for the patient throughout the entire pre and post-op period. I could not be happier with choosing Dr. Hidalgo as my surgeon and with the results of my procedure. I cannot recommend Dr. Hidalgo enough and would not trust anyone else for my surgical needs.
His team is professional and knowledgeable and they truly care for the patient throughout the entire pre and post-op period. I could not be happier with choosing Dr. Hidalgo as my surgeon and with the results of my procedure. I cannot recommend Dr. Hidalgo enough and would not trust anyone else for my surgical needs.
Susan Spector
Jun 12, 2021
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My experience has been nothing less than wonderful. The staff has been extremely helpful through each step, and Dr. Hidalgo has been very informative and gave me a sense of comfort from the very first day I walked in the office through the actual surgery. I am thrilled with my results and would highly recommend Dr. Hidalgo.
Courtney McGovern
Feb 21, 2020
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I was very nervous to get my nose done but the second I walked into the office I felt very comfortable and cared for by everyone in the office. Dr. Hidalgo was very patient with me and understood the look I was going for without making me feel judged. He really took his time to perfect my breathing and my overall appearance. The swelling in my nose went away much faster than I thought and after two weeks I am already blown away with the changes.
If you are looking to change the shape of your nose but still feel like yourself, I highly recommend Dr. Hidalgo. He is very intelligent, an artist, and an expert at what he does. I am very thankful for his work and extremely happy with my experience. If I ever decide to get another procedure done I will without hesitation choose him to be my doctor.
If you are looking to change the shape of your nose but still feel like yourself, I highly recommend Dr. Hidalgo. He is very intelligent, an artist, and an expert at what he does. I am very thankful for his work and extremely happy with my experience. If I ever decide to get another procedure done I will without hesitation choose him to be my doctor.
