Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Plastic Surgery Expert in New York
Dr. David Hidalgo is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience in both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Our practice combines surgical precision with an artist's eye for detail, offering personalized solutions for facial, breast, and body contouring procedures. With a foundation in fine arts and biology, Dr. Hidalgo approaches each case with a unique perspective that prioritizes natural-looking results and patient safety.Our team is committed to advancing the field through continuous research, education, and philanthropy while maintaining the highest standards of care. We serve patients from our Park Avenue facility, affiliated with Weill-Cornell Medical College, and provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative support to ensure optimal outcomes.
Services
Facelift
Eyelid Surgery
Rhinoplasty
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reduction
Breast Lift
Liposuction
Abdominoplasty
Browlift
Chin Implants
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Dual-certified in general and plastic surgery with 20+ years of experience
- Pioneered innovative jaw reconstruction techniques adopted globally
- Combines surgical expertise with fine arts training for natural results
- Published over 100 scientific papers in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery
- Affiliated with Weill-Cornell Medical College and New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Surgery
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
Services
Facelift
Facelift surgery addresses jowls and neck laxity through precise SMAS layer tightening while preserving natural facial expressions. Our technique combines deep tissue lifting with strategic skin repositioning to achieve youthful contours that last approximately ten years. Patients benefit from discreet scarring and comprehensive postoperative care managed by our experienced surgical team.
Rhinoplasty
Custom nasal surgery corrects both aesthetic concerns and breathing impairments through structural cartilage modifications. Our approach maintains nasal function while creating harmonious facial proportions using either closed or open surgical techniques. Long-term results address humps, tip definition, and septal deviations with meticulous attention to anatomical balance.
Breast Augmentation
Personalized breast enhancement utilizes saline or silicone implants placed submuscularly to optimize shape and symmetry. We employ precise sizing techniques and advanced placement methods to ensure natural movement and long-term satisfaction. Comprehensive consultations address implant types, profiles, and incision options tailored to individual anatomy.
Eyelid Surgery
Targeted upper and lower eyelid rejuvenation removes excess skin and fat while preserving natural contours. Our technique addresses puffiness, dark circles, and drooping brows through customized approaches that maintain ocular function. Results create refreshed, alert appearances with minimal visible scarring and rapid recovery.
Liposuction
Advanced liposuction techniques remove localized fat deposits using tumescent anesthesia and precision cannulas. We focus on creating smooth transitions and natural proportions through strategic fat removal from multiple body areas. Postoperative compression therapy supports optimal skin retraction and contour definition.
People
Christopher
Practice Manager
Overseeing daily operations since 2018, Christopher ensures seamless patient care from initial contact through postoperative follow-up while pursuing culinary arts education.
Lia
Patient Coordinator
Lia manages consultations and scheduling since 2021, combining compassionate care with global cultural experiences to enhance patient interactions.
Brooke
Patient Care Specialist
Brooke provides personalized support through humor and adaptability, creating relaxed environments for patients while enjoying live music events in her free time.
Questions
What sets Dr. Hidalgo apart from other plastic surgeons?
Dr. Hidalgo uniquely combines board certification in both general and plastic surgery with fine arts training, creating natural results informed by 20+ years of reconstructive experience and over 100 published scientific papers.
How long do facelift results typically last?
Facelift results generally maintain youthful contours for about ten years, with proper skincare and maintenance extending visible benefits through comprehensive postoperative care protocols.
What anesthesia options are available for rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty procedures use either deep intravenous sedation with local anesthesia or general anesthesia administered by board-certified anesthesiologists with state-of-the-art monitoring equipment.
How does the practice ensure patient safety?
Safety protocols include preoperative lab testing, board-certified anesthesiologists, state-of-the-art monitoring, and postoperative nursing care with strict smoking cessation requirements before and after procedures.
What financing options are available?
While specific financing details aren't mentioned, the practice offers transparent pricing with separate fees for surgery, anesthesia, and operating room use, including implant costs when applicable.
How are complex revision cases handled?
Secondary procedures utilize open techniques and cartilage grafts to address previous surgical complications, with personalized plans for structural reconstruction and aesthetic refinement requiring extended operative times.
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