Name: Gabriel Kaufman, MD
Last name: Kaufman
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2015
Years experience: 8
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C.
Address: 317 S. Manning Blvd.
Address suite: C364
Phone: +1 518-641-6936
City: Albany
State: New York
Zip Code: 12208
Country: US
Statement: I am a breast and plastic reconstructive surgeon with board certifications in both specialities.
I specialize in optimizing outcomes for breast cancer patients through my advanced plastic surgery techniques and also I focus on aesthetic breasts surgery both primary and revisions.
Consulting Fees: 75$
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges:
- St Peter’s Hospital
Education:
- Medical: MD, New York Medical College
- University: Johns Hopkins University School of Arts and Sciences
Postdoc Training:
- New York University Medical Center: Surgical Oncology of the Breast
- The Paris Breast Centre – L’Institute Du Sein: Oncoplastic Surgery
- Hackensack University Medical Center: Breast Reconstruction
- Long Island Plastic Surgery: Plastic Surgery Residency
- Residency: New York University Medical Center
- Internship: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
GPS coordinates on map: 42.6517,-73.75509644
Primary location:
Location name: Albany
State: NY
Country: US
Map point: 42.6517,-73.75509644
State: NY
Country: US
Map point: 42.6517,-73.75509644
Treatments:
- Botox
- Brazilian Butt Lift
- Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Fat Transfer
- Breast Implant Removal
- Breast Implant Revision
- Breast Implants
- Breast Lift
- Breast Lift with Implants
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Reconstruction with Latissimus Flap
- Breast Reduction
- Brow Lift
- Butt Augmentation
- Butt Lift
- Cheek Augmentation
- Chemical Peel
- Dermal Fillers
- Earlobe Repair
- Eyelid Surgery
- Facelift
- Facelift Revision
- Facial Fat Transfer
- Gynecomastia Surgery
- Inspira Breast Implants
- Juvederm
- Lip Fillers
- Liposuction
- Lumpectomy
- MACS Facelift
- Mastectomy
- Mini Tummy Tuck
- Mole Removal
- Rhinoplasty
- SMAS Facelift
RealSelf Info
Rating: 5.0
Profile views: 1919
Answer count: 27
Review count: 10
Star rating: 2.0473720558371
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Sep 12, 2016
Profile modified: Oct 2, 2019
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Dec 21, 2016
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033
Locations
- Albany, NY, US. GPS coordinates: 42.6517,-73.75509644
Latest ratings of treatments
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Mastectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (May 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (May 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (May 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (May 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Apr 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Apr 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Mastectomy (Apr 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Mastectomy (Apr 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Dec 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Dec 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Lumpectomy (Oct 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5
Doctor’s answers
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POD2: I noticed my implant dropping. Is this normal?
Implant Result
Jun 4, 2017
Jun 4, 2017
Dear June:
Usually I tell my patients to wait 6-12 months after surgery to determine the final results.
The early post-operative period, day 1-30, you may find considerable changes in the dynamics of the reconstruction in regards to swelling and implant position.
by 2-3 months post-op the implants tend to settle into their final positioning.
It is a process and although difficult try to not evaluate your results just yet.
Usually I tell my patients to wait 6-12 months after surgery to determine the final results.
The early post-operative period, day 1-30, you may find considerable changes in the dynamics of the reconstruction in regards to swelling and implant position.
by 2-3 months post-op the implants tend to settle into their final positioning.
It is a process and although difficult try to not evaluate your results just yet.
Best of Luck
Dr. K
What should I do?
Malposition of Nipple
Jun 4, 2017
Jun 4, 2017
Dear Ann:
You present a very difficult outcome related to breast surgery.
Malposition of the Nipple is a vexing problem for both patient and surgeon
The added consideration of radiotherapy also limits solutions.
Without photos, however, it is too difficult to guide you further.
Regards,
Dr. K
You present a very difficult outcome related to breast surgery.
Malposition of the Nipple is a vexing problem for both patient and surgeon
The added consideration of radiotherapy also limits solutions.
Without photos, however, it is too difficult to guide you further.
Regards,
Dr. K
Are tissue expanders always required?
Nipple Sparing Mastectomy and Tissue Expanders
Jun 4, 2017
Jun 4, 2017
Dear Mack:
Not all patients that undergo mastectomy require tissue expansion. Some patients are candidates for direct to implant reconstruction, but usually these are patients with A/B or small C cup size breasts.
With a full D size, I am skeptical you are a candidate for either nipple sparing mastectomy let alone direct to implant reconstruction.
Although it is difficult to say without photos.
Not all patients that undergo mastectomy require tissue expansion. Some patients are candidates for direct to implant reconstruction, but usually these are patients with A/B or small C cup size breasts.
With a full D size, I am skeptical you are a candidate for either nipple sparing mastectomy let alone direct to implant reconstruction.
Although it is difficult to say without photos.
Best of Luck
Dr. K
Need a redo, but I am not excited about cutting around the nipple or having a vertical scar. (Photo
Solution for Correction of Breast Shape
Apr 13, 2017
Apr 13, 2017
Dear Madame:
I have reviewed your photos regarding your question of options for breast surgery revision.
It appears from the lateral views that your breast tissue is sliding off the implants.
Correction of this problem can either be achieved with a mammoplasty technique as you described, and this would indeed involved surgical incisions around the areola and a vertical scar as well without removal of the implants, or both mammoplasty and exchange of implants depending if…
I have reviewed your photos regarding your question of options for breast surgery revision.
It appears from the lateral views that your breast tissue is sliding off the implants.
Correction of this problem can either be achieved with a mammoplasty technique as you described, and this would indeed involved surgical incisions around the areola and a vertical scar as well without removal of the implants, or both mammoplasty and exchange of implants depending if…
Should I get saline or gummy bear implants ? I am 20 and have not had kids yet.
Implant Choice and Age Limits
Apr 13, 2017
Apr 13, 2017
Dear AC:
Interestingly, there are age recommendations by the FDA on the utilization of silicone implants (gummy bear).
The FDA does not recommend utilization of the silicone devices in women under the age of 22, thus you would be left with the saline implant option only based on this government advisory
Interestingly, there are age recommendations by the FDA on the utilization of silicone implants (gummy bear).
The FDA does not recommend utilization of the silicone devices in women under the age of 22, thus you would be left with the saline implant option only based on this government advisory
Regards,
How do surgeons make sure no pieces of an implant are left inside the body?
Complete Removal of Implants
Apr 10, 2017
Apr 10, 2017
Dear Socal AM:
Removal of implants can be challenging after many years duration and especially if the outer capsule has deteriorate and is leaking/ruptured.
Best attempts at removing all of the implant and silicone gel is usually achieved when the capsule surrounding the implant is removed “en bloc” or in totality. This however is not always the case.
In general, your surgeon will have a good idea if more if not all of the implant has been removed successfully. It is not…
Removal of implants can be challenging after many years duration and especially if the outer capsule has deteriorate and is leaking/ruptured.
Best attempts at removing all of the implant and silicone gel is usually achieved when the capsule surrounding the implant is removed “en bloc” or in totality. This however is not always the case.
In general, your surgeon will have a good idea if more if not all of the implant has been removed successfully. It is not…
Wanting explant urgently – to lift or not to lift?
Results after Implant Removal
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
Madame
Removal of Implants always lends itself to unpredictable results.
But you can imagine that after removing almost 400cc of volume your breasts will look deflated despite your increase in weight and breast tissue.
You can always have the breast implants removed and then decide down the road to perform a breast lift type procedure if you are not satisfied with the results.
But in my opinion of the optimal results will be obtained with mastopexy as recommended by your plastic…
Removal of Implants always lends itself to unpredictable results.
But you can imagine that after removing almost 400cc of volume your breasts will look deflated despite your increase in weight and breast tissue.
You can always have the breast implants removed and then decide down the road to perform a breast lift type procedure if you are not satisfied with the results.
But in my opinion of the optimal results will be obtained with mastopexy as recommended by your plastic…
Moderate plus or high profile implants – which one would be better suited for me?
Implant Profile
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
Dear Mlvggs:
Based on the photo you provided, it appears you have a small frame.
Your current implants give you significant projection.
In my opinion, you may require a high profile type implant to achieve the result you are looking for.
Although many questions remain without pre-op and post-op photos.
Such as; how was the mastectomy performed? Nipple Sparing or Skin Sparing.
Why was the mastectomy performed? Stage of Disease and will your require radiation.
Without this information,…
Is this normal? I just took my tapes off. Breast lift 10 days ago
Normal?
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
Dear Normal:
Just 10 days after surgery your surgical incisions will have a bit of an “unfinished” look to them. I have some 1 week post-op photos you can compare your healing experience to, but everyone tends to heal differently.
It takes a few weeks to months to realize the final result of the incisions.
And if you are not satisfied, revision is always possible.
My advice is to follow the direction of your plastic surgeon to ensure your results are optimized.
Best of Luck
Just 10 days after surgery your surgical incisions will have a bit of an “unfinished” look to them. I have some 1 week post-op photos you can compare your healing experience to, but everyone tends to heal differently.
It takes a few weeks to months to realize the final result of the incisions.
And if you are not satisfied, revision is always possible.
My advice is to follow the direction of your plastic surgeon to ensure your results are optimized.
Best of Luck
I had a breast lift. 1 week after surgery, it looks like I had a reduction. Is this normal?
Lifting and Volume Re-distribution
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
Dear Mirealnd:
Usually with a lift type procedure, the skin envelope of the breasts are altered to improve both the shape and distribution of your current breast volume.
The breast mound will be moved from a lower position on the chest wall and can give the appearance of an augmented look.
We would need more information such as your pre-optative and post-operative photos to make a more detailed analysis.
This would be the first step.
Usually with a lift type procedure, the skin envelope of the breasts are altered to improve both the shape and distribution of your current breast volume.
The breast mound will be moved from a lower position on the chest wall and can give the appearance of an augmented look.
We would need more information such as your pre-optative and post-operative photos to make a more detailed analysis.
This would be the first step.
Best of Luck
Breast implant bottoming out: 1y 8m post op, 300CC saline textured implant over the muscle.
Bottoming Out?
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
Dear Kels:
Thank you for the question regarding breast augmentation and longterm post-operative results.
Your insightful question raises many issues associated with breast augmentation in general.
And this specifically addresses issues related to the appropriate choice of implant size.
There are considered 5 key factors when determining the appropriate implants for each patient considering breast augmentation and nipple to crease distance is one of them.
The overall volume of the…
Thank you for the question regarding breast augmentation and longterm post-operative results.
Your insightful question raises many issues associated with breast augmentation in general.
And this specifically addresses issues related to the appropriate choice of implant size.
There are considered 5 key factors when determining the appropriate implants for each patient considering breast augmentation and nipple to crease distance is one of them.
The overall volume of the…
Breast reconstruction after modified radical mastectomy and rads
Implant Reconstruction after Radiation
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
Dear Kleep:
I think you have touched upon a very important issue related to breast reconstruction for patients that have received radiation and are now considering reconstruction.
Although there are increased risks of complications associated with this approach, some major studies have demonstrated a 50% success rate with implant only reconstruction after radiation.
Without your photos it would be difficult to say if you needed tissue expander first prior to the final implant but yes a…
I think you have touched upon a very important issue related to breast reconstruction for patients that have received radiation and are now considering reconstruction.
Although there are increased risks of complications associated with this approach, some major studies have demonstrated a 50% success rate with implant only reconstruction after radiation.
Without your photos it would be difficult to say if you needed tissue expander first prior to the final implant but yes a…
I’m 19 years old, are my breasts tubular?
Tubular Type Breast with Asymmetry
Apr 6, 2017
Apr 6, 2017
Dear SW:
Thank you for the interesting question.
From the view on your photo that you provided it does in fact appear that you have a narrow constricted breast on the Right side with a widened areola (Tubular Breast) with significant difference in breast volume compared to the Left.
If you have a goal of achieving symmetry and improving the breast shape, this may require a mammoplasty procedure with implant on the Right and insertion of an implant on the Left.
Tuberous type breasts…
Thank you for the interesting question.
From the view on your photo that you provided it does in fact appear that you have a narrow constricted breast on the Right side with a widened areola (Tubular Breast) with significant difference in breast volume compared to the Left.
If you have a goal of achieving symmetry and improving the breast shape, this may require a mammoplasty procedure with implant on the Right and insertion of an implant on the Left.
Tuberous type breasts…
At what age should I get breast reconstruction surgery?
Timing of Breast Reconstruction
Apr 6, 2017
Apr 6, 2017
Dear Bos:
The timing of breast reconstruction is not dependent on age.
It is depended on the degree of asymmetry between the developed breast on the right and the underdeveloped breast on the left, a condition called amazia.
If you are young and anticipate further development your treatment options may include utilization of a tissue expander prior to final implant.
Your age is not as critical as the fact that the difference in breast volume between the right and left side is…
The timing of breast reconstruction is not dependent on age.
It is depended on the degree of asymmetry between the developed breast on the right and the underdeveloped breast on the left, a condition called amazia.
If you are young and anticipate further development your treatment options may include utilization of a tissue expander prior to final implant.
Your age is not as critical as the fact that the difference in breast volume between the right and left side is…
Just about to get my 3rd revision for bottoming out. Is there anything that can be done to stop thi
The Bottom has Fallen Out…..
Apr 6, 2017
Apr 6, 2017
Dear Linzi:
This is a challenging and difficult problem.
After a 3rd attempt at correcting your implant based surgery, a novel and advanced approach should be considered.
Often, a suture technique of the infra-mammary fold (IMF) is used to try and prevent recurrence of the “bottoming out.”
If this repeatedly fails, either it is an error in surgical planning or surgical technique.
Additional options include utilization of an acellular dermal matrix to reinforce the IMF.
Although this…
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