Dr. Joshua Zuckerman

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If you're looking for a quick review of Dr. Zuckerman- He's 10 stars- The BEST- a true artist and his staff is amazing. I look fabulous and I'm super happy with the results!

If you're looking for details on why- read below.

I had surgery late February with Dr. Zuckerman and I'm now just about 8 weeks post op. I underwent a tummy tuck, breast lift/augmentation, 360 lipo and exosome injections. I'm 36 years old, 5'3" and was 136 lbs at the time of surgery. After two children, two appendix surgery scars, one 3" melanoma scar, and a belly button piercing scar, I pretty much needed a miracle worker to fix my train wreck of a torso.

When doing my initial research for NYC plastic surgeons, I was looking for the best "belly button maker". I can usually tell when someone has a tummy tuck because the belly button looks weird so it was important to me that I got it right. I looked at tons of websites' before and after photos/videos until I came across Dr. Zuckerman talking about how important belly buttons are in tummy tucks. I knew he was my guy. I immediately reached out for a zoom consultation. He was the first appointment of a few doctors that I scheduled to interview and I was incredibly grateful it turned out that way.

Our zoom consultation was very thorough. Dr Zuckerman went over every little detail of what he thought I needed based on my body concerns. He explained how each procedure works, my options on breast implants, the aftercare, and what to expect for results. I felt that he listened to me and understood what I was looking to achieve. I hung up feeling super confident in him but I still had to interview the other doctors. To say the least, the other doctors didn't go over half of what Dr. Zuckerman did and I wouldn't have even known what to ask the other doctors if he didn't speak to me first. He put them to shame so it was a no brainer... I went with my gut and was put on the schedule for a hot bod-three weeks out.

Two weeks before surgery- I went in for pre op photos and blood work around the corner. Everything was great. I met his nurse, Sarah, who not only is gorgeous but a real sweetheart. She went over more surgery details and instructions for before and after surgery, including how important lymphatic massages were.

The day of surgery was lovely. There was a Board Certified Anesthesiologist who greeted me and went over medical history. She got me cozy on the table and put me right to sleep. My husband hung out and worked from the waiting room for 8 hours until I was done. He was right outside of the operating room door and could hear everything which actually put him at ease. He got constant updates from the nurses too so he thought they did a great job on his end.

The home recovery was hard but only because I don't like to take pain medicine. Nurse Sarah called to check up on me a few times along the way. I had zero complications- just normal questions about if healing looked ok because It's kind of scary watching your body have so many incisions! My aftercare appointments were great too. Dr Zuckerman's staff's bedside manner is A+. One of the nurses, MiMi, just took her time helping me work through the pain and was really gentle. Another beautiful sweetheart, let me tell ya!

Everything has healed completely and I am looking like I'm 23- with much better boobs and an amazing belly button. I'm incredibly thankful for Dr. Zuckerman and his staff. They are truly talented, wonderful and trustworthy.

*Side note- Dr Z. was a bit more expensive than the other doctors I received quotes from but you get what you pay for. Nothing is more important than safety when it comes to cosmetic procedures. I sleep well knowing I won’t have to redo my procedures and my body was in the best possible care. It’s super important to do your research and select a board certified plastic surgeon that works with a board certified anesthesiologist.

Submitted April 25, 2024

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I visited Dr. Zuckerman recently for a Botox and Voluma treatment. The whole team was very professional and also made me really feel like I was in good hands. I had a great consultation and I’m delighted with the treatments they suggested and performed on my face! Thank you Sarah! (Nurse Injector) My face is in great hands with you!

Submitted May 10, 2023

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Nasty front desk reception.
Had surgery ,wrong RX, wrong size garment, 2 sites of infection
Wound up at infectious disease dr. Spent a fortune on ubers and Rx no reimbursement. Still have nerve pain 2 years later. Called office to find out name of infectious disease dr. Not even in my records, after I suffered
For months. After recently dealing with a world class surgeon, I had to write thus to say RUN DON T WALK AWAY

Submitted Feb. 9, 2022

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I had a tummy tuck with Dr. Zuckerman!! I am so happy I went with this doctor versus others I consulted. He truly seems to care about how I'm feeling about my surgery and I have since come back for lip injections! Love his office and super friendly, bubbly staff!

Submitted Oct. 4, 2021

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Dr. Zuckerman is the kindest, most caring doctor I have ever had the pleasure of interacting with. My treatments were transformative and addressed several signs of aging that I have long hated to see every day I look in the mirror. Dr. Zuckerman got me back to look and feeling like myself. That is a gift!

Submitted May 8, 2021

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I could not be more grateful to have found Dr. Zuckerman and his staff. After my pregnancy, I was feeling terrible about my body and the changes wrought by a large weight gain. Dr. Zuckerman returned my body to how it used to look! Thank you SO much Dr. Z!

Submitted June 6, 2020

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I used to judge people who got Botox, but Dr. Joshua Zuckerman helped me see that that was incredibly stupid. Botox is amazing! And, Dr. Zuckerman is a very talented injector. Treatments are so short - just a few minutes - and he does them with a very small needle. I felt very little pain. I do Botox regularly now because it really does help me avoid wrinkles. My forehead isn't totally unmoveable due to Dr. Zuckerman's careful techniques. Go to him for Botox! (And anything else!)

Submitted June 11, 2019

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i saw several other surgeons but i knew dr. z was the one when i met him. love him and him and his staff! very pleased with my surgery results - prefer not to say what i had done

Submitted Jan. 22, 2019

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I give the highest of thanks to Dr. Joshua Zuckerman. I am unbelievably indebted to you. I would prefer not to describe what procedure I had with Dr. Zuckerman, but suffice it to say that he is an amazing doctor and I would recommend him (and have) to friends and family.

Submitted Aug. 30, 2018

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Dr. Z - I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Surgery with you changed my life in a way I never thought possible. I waited over five years before going through with this. I only wish I had decided sooner.

Submitted June 14, 2018

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Biography

Dr. Zuckerman is a leading board-certified plastic surgeon in the New York Metro Area practicing at Schweiger Dermatology Group locations in Manhattan in New York City. For the last 10 years, he has dedicated his career to offering outstanding patient care in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Zuckerman is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has been selected by his peers as a New York Times SuperDoctor three years in a row, recognizing him as one of the best plastic surgeons in New York. Dr. Zuckerman is regularly quoted and interviewed in the media including the television show "The Doctors", ABC, CBS, The Wall Street Journal & more. Dr. Zuckerman performs a wide range of cosmetic surgical procedures, including facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, and body contouring. He has expertise in the most cutting edge methods of non-invasive facial rejuvenation, including Botox® Cosmetic, injectable fillers, and laser skin resurfacing. Dr. Zuckerman trained at Brown University as a resident in general surgery and plastic surgery, serving as chief resident in his final year. He then went on to complete a fellowship at New York University in the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, under renowned surgeon Dr. David T.W. Chiu. He graduated first in his class at Chicago Medical School for his M.D. and was awarded the Board of Trustees Award for Scholarship. Dr. Zuckerman also holds a Master of Science in Applied Physiology and obtained his Bachelor’s degree with distinction in Chemistry and English from Amherst College. Dr. Zuckerman has garnered numerous professional accolades including being named a SuperDoctors Rising Star in The New York Times three years running (2014-2016). He receives perfect ratings (5 stars) from patients on all healthcare review sites and has received several patient-care related awards including the Vitals.com Patients' Choice Award for ranking in the top 5% nation-wide of reviewed doctors across all specialties and being selected as a RealSelf Top Doctor. He receives perfect ratings (5 stars) on all healthcare review sites and has received several patient-care related awards. Dr. Zuckerman has appeared on The Doctors TV show, ABC, Fox 5, CBS, News 12 and more. Dr. Zuckerman is also actively involved in training the next generation of young plastic surgeons and teaches aesthetic surgery to the residents and fellows at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. He has been noted by his peers throughout his career for possessing an unusually high level of technical surgical skill, leading to a very low surgical complication rate and better patient outcomes. His patients are drawn to his philosophy of a natural, non-operated look and to his personalized, discreet, and compassionate plastic surgical care. Most of Dr. Zuckerman’s patients stay with him beyond their initial procedure.

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Brown University (Grad. 2010)
  • Amherst College (Grad. 1997)
  • Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science/Chicago Medical School (Grad. 2004)
  • New York University (Grad. 2011)

Areas of Expertise

  • Breast cancer
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Liposuction
  • Gynecomastia (enlarged breasts in men)
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Face-lift
  • Rhinoplasty

Awards & Recognitions

  • Rep. Carolyn Maloney Suntanning Bed Ban for Minors Legislation
  • Graduated with Distinction from Amherst College
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
  • Rosalind Franklin Board of Trustees Award
  • Selected to American Society of Plastic Surgeons Membership & Recruitment Committee
  • Received Board Certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • American Society of Clinical Pathologists Award for Academic Excellence and Achievement
  • Selected as a 2016 New York Times SuperDoctor
  • Selected as a 2014 New York Times SuperDoctor
  • Graduated First in Medical School Class
  • Selected to American Society of Plastic Surgeons Board Examinations Committee
  • The Doctors TV Show - Feb 2016
  • Selected as a 2015 New York Times SuperDoctor