5 Things to Know About Gynecomastia Surgery Posted on June 16, 2023 By Ashley Leathersich Gynecomastia surgery, also known as male breast reduction surgery, is a procedure performed to treat enlarged breasts in men. Here are five important things to know about gynecomastia surgery. 1. Definition and Causes Gynecomastia refers to the enlargement of breast tissue in males, leading to a more feminine chest appearance. It can be caused by … Read More
Renuvion®, Revolutionizing Skin Tightening Posted on June 8, 2023 By Ashley Leathersich In recent years, the field of cosmetic surgery has witnessed incredible advancements, and one particular breakthrough is creating waves in the industry. Renuvion®, also known as J-Plasma, is a procedure that is revolutionizing the way we approach aesthetic treatments. With its unparalleled precision and remarkable results, Renuvion is rapidly gaining popularity among both patients and … Read More
The Top 6 Procedures to Get Summer Ready Posted on May 2, 2023 By Ashley Leathersich -by Bridget Kyhos, Patient Consultant for Dr. William J. Koenig, double board-certified plastic surgeon Considering summer is just around the corner, we compiled the best surgical and non-surgical procedures to pursue now in order to get you summer ready with only a few short weeks of recovery! Read below for our summer ready procedure guide. … Read More
What Is the Difference Between Smartlipo™ and Liposuction? Posted on December 14, 2022 By Ashley Leathersich -by Melissa Urso, Patient Consultant for Dr. Ashley N. Amalfi, board-certified plastic surgeon What is Smartlipo™? This question comes up often when people reach out to the office. There are many different techniques when it comes to liposuction treatments, and Smartlipo is one of them. Many people are interested in it as a less invasive fat … Read More
Brazilian Butt Lift Safety Posted on October 20, 2022 By Ashley Leathersich -by Lauren Andreacchi, Patient Consultant for Dr. William J. Koenig, double board-certified plastic surgeon In recent years, there has been a huge increase in the popularity of the Brazilian butt lift procedure, otherwise known as BBL or gluteal fat grafting. A BBL takes fat obtained from elsewhere on the body by liposuction and injects it … Read More
The Dreaded “COVID-15” Weight Gain Posted on October 13, 2021 By Ashley Leathersich -by Lauren Andreacchi, Patient Consultant for Dr. William J. Koenig, double board-certified plastic surgeon Over the past year, we have received many calls from patients complaining of the “COVID-15,” and often times much more than 15 pounds, that they have gained throughout the pandemic. Many have been working from home, not traveling, and not going … Read More
Your Journey to Surgery Starts Here: From Patient Consultant Melissa’s Point of View Posted on June 9, 2021 By Ashley Leathersich -by Melissa Urso, Patient Consultant for Dr. Ashley N. Amalfi, board-certified plastic surgeon My journey at the Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery has been an exciting experience. It all started back in late 2004 when I heard about an opening as the Front Desk Receptionist when Julie Chatt, one our long-time nurse practitioners, called me … Read More
The Summer We’ve All Been Waiting For Posted on June 1, 2021 By Ashley Leathersich -by board-certified plastic surgeon Ashley N. Amalfi, MD It’s finally here! The long-awaited summer of 2021. With vaccine rollout underway, and restrictions loosening, there is so much to look forward to! There are celebrations, date nights, and even vacations on the schedule, and people are more excited than ever to look their best for their … Read More
Why Liposuction to the Abdomen After Kids May Not Be Ideal Posted on March 24, 2021 By Ashley Leathersich -by Lauren Andreacchi, Patient Consultant for Dr. William J. Koenig, double board-certified plastic surgeon The “mommy pouch!” This is very common post-pregnancy, and one of the main reasons patients contact our office to discuss liposuction to their abdomen after having children. For women who have had a C-section, the pouch sits right above their scar … Read More
An unexpected side effect of COVID-19: A surge in cosmetic procedures Posted on November 17, 2020 By Ashley Leathersich -by Lauren Andreacchi, Patient Consultant for Dr. William J. Koenig, double board-certified plastic surgeon This blog is not intended to ignore or diminish the ongoing health and financial difficulties that many are facing due to COVID-19. Rather, it’s sole focus is on the trends that we are seeing in our practice in regards to continued … Read More