The story has been kicking around the Internet so long it has the feel of an urban legend: lavender and tea tree oil can cause gynecomastia. Our New York patients and people online ask from time to time – is it true? The answer to this question from our perspective is, “It’s not yet clear.” … »

After having surgery with another doctor, some men seek our input about revision for male breast reduction. In our New York practice, it’s not unusual for two or three patients a month to ask about a surgical do-over. In some cases, the message we communicate is “no revision is the best revision.” Why is this? … »

When patients consult us about gynecomastia,they sometimes ask if they can avoid general anesthesia when they elect to have male breast reduction in New York with our team. Most often the answer is an enthusiastic “yes!” We actually prefer to administer “IV sedation,” or anesthesia delivered intravenously, along with a local anesthetic. Also known as … »

We perform most plastic surgery procedures, including surgery for gynecomastia, in our New York surgical facility. If you’re researching your options for male breast reduction for the first time, this may surprise you. Many of our patients imagine their procedure taking place in a hospital, and some ask whether an ambulatory surgical facility is a … »