Real Patient Story | From Severe Pelvic Instability to Complete Relief Posted on July 11, 2023 By Ashley Leathersich -by a 43-year-old patient of Dr. Ashley N. Amalfi, board-certified plastic surgeon My story begins with the natural birth of my 10-pound son. Several months after giving birth, I noticed I had severe pelvic instability and lower back pain. I was told by several doctors it was “normal” for this to happen to women who … Read More
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
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
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
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
YOUR BMI AND COSMETIC SURGERY Posted on October 11, 2019 By Ashley Leathersich - By double-board certified plastic surgeon Dr. William Koenig Maintaining a healthy weight is essential to your health, but did you know that it also has an effect on the risks of surgery, results, and healing? Cosmetic surgery procedures are mostly elective but they are still major medical procedures which carry some risk, especially when … Read More