Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Great Neck, New York

About Dr. Joel Studin

The single most important factor in the success of your plastic surgery is the surgeon that you choose. That is why you need to know about the training, compassion and experience of your plastic surgeon.

Dr. Studin in known in his field as an innovator, a teacher and as a sought after cosmetic surgeon. He has been in the field of plastic surgery since 1985 and is Board Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Rochester and his medical degree from The Mount Sinai School of Medicine.

During his residency, which was based at St. Luke’s- Roosevelt Hospital, Dr. Studin trained at;

St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center

New York University Hospital

Bellevue Hospital

Lenox Hill Hospital

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Westchester County Medical Center Burn Unit

Interfaith Medical Center

Received a diploma as a Visiting Clinical Fellow from Columbia University School of Medicine.

To be board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, a surgeon must complete an approved residency of at least five years after medical school. That surgeon must then wait a minimum of two years before sitting for extensive written and oral exams. The board actually reviews all of the cases done over a 12 month period as part of the examining process. After completing board certification, a surgeon may then apply for review of his or her credentials and practice to become a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, (FACS). This process can take another two years.

Dr. Studin is both board certified and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Studin is on staff at North Shore University Hospital – Glen Cove Division and St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, where he participates in training new plastic surgeons. He served as Chief of the Department of Plastic Surgery of Deepdale Hospital and subsequently at Little Neck Hospital. He is or has been a member of many national and regional societies. These include the;

American Medical Association

American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

Lipoplasty Society

and served on two national committees of the Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation.

Dr. Studin has professional notoriety in the field of breast surgery. He had an International Clinical Journal publish his opinions regarding optimal techniques for breast enlargement and holds a patent related to breast implant surgery. He was an investigator for both the Mentor and Allergan silicone implant studies that led to FDA approval and has extensive experience with silicone and saline implants. As medical director of a breast center for over a decade, he worked extensively with breast specialists in many areas. He is the developer of a technique for breast surgery that reduces discomfort, improves results and speeds recovery.

Dr. Studin was introduced to Laser Surgery while attending Laser Workshops at Harvard Medical School in 1985, and has maintained a strong interest in this field ever since. He was one of very few surgeons to be certified as a preceptor by Coherent, Inc. to teach Laser Facial Surgery and Laser Eyelift. He has traveled extensively and has taught over a hundred surgeons these techniques. Surgeons visit his office to observe how these procedures are done. He is also designated as a trainer for Smartlipo which combines liposuction with laser, helping to tighten the skin after removing the fat.

In addition to his Laser expertise, Dr. Studin was one of the first surgeons to utilize computer imaging to plan rhinoplasty and one of the first surgeons to publish articles on the use of computers in plastic surgery!

Dr. Studin has extensive expertise in performing cosmetic plastic surgery and believes that:

‘The first step of successful cosmetic surgery is to educate the patient

so that they can decide what is the best course is for themselves.’

If this has been accomplished, the doctor and the patient can then work together to achieve a successful outcome that they can both be proud of.

My Mission

The quest for self-improvement can lead you down many paths. If you have a clear understanding ofwhat’s really possible, how to choose your surgeon and how to choose a safe surgical facility, the changes that are possible can be truly amazing.

It is my goal to help you understand what can realistically be accomplished. Many of you will find that changes you’ve only dreamed about are much easier than you think. I am are sure, however, that as you explore this web site, you will all gain insight toward making the right decision for you!

Two Locations in New York