Someone who was looking to learn more about our New York gynecomastia surgery program recently asked us whether we performed minimally invasive male breast reduction. Also called “short scar” or “minimal scar” gynecomastia surgery, the procedure utilizes very small incisions that leave almost no trace of surgery after healing. Occasionally you’ll see this surgery referred … »

Most men know that certain drugs can be linked to gynecomastia.In New York, we ask our patients in consultation about their use of top suspects – such as marijuana and steroids – and most men are prepared for these questions.But there are other, less widely used drugs that may also contribute to enlarged male breasts.Risperidone … »

We have seen many changes we’ve seen since we performed our first male breast reduction in New York thirty years ago.Technology and techniques have improved, the demographics of people who are interested in cosmetic surgery have expanded and so on. One of the changes we’re very happy to have witnessed is the dramatic easing of … »

The April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), reports on a new study of the effects of gynecomastia on adolescents. Not surprisingly, the study’s leader, Dr. Brian Labow, and his colleagues at Boston Children’s Hospital found that enlarged breasts have a negative impact on self-esteem … »