Thomas P. Sterry, MD
1080 5th Ave, #1b, New York, NY 10128 United States
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Thomas P. Sterry, MD is a board-certified New York plastic surgeon with many years of experience. Dr. Sterry performs cosmetic surgery including tummy tuck, facelifts, cheek reduction, and chin liposuction. A full menu of medical spa services like BOTOX® Cosmetic is available as well. Please visit Dr. Sterry’s website for more detailed information.
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ontheupandup on Realself
9 days ago
05/28/2023, 07:41 AM
Probably Not Worth the Cost, Complication, and Healing Time
I had a mini neck lift with a chin implant performed under local anesthesia. I'm not super squeamish, but if you're somebody that is I would caution against doing this procedure while awake. it wasn't terrible, but there were definitely some times when it was uncomfortable and I could definitely feel more than I would have liked. afterward, i was bandaged up and sent on my way home to my apartment, which was an hour cab ride away in brooklyn. it wasn't until i got home that i started to suspect something was wrong. i was swelling, which i expected, but it seemed to be happening before my eyes. i sent pictures into the office and they told me i needed to come back asap, that i had a hematoma that was filling up. back into a cab for another hour long ride, but this time in increasingly severe pain as my anesthesia was wearing off and blood was rapidly collecting internally under my jaw. this quickly became one of the most excruciating things i've experienced in my life. the hematoma was so large that it became difficult for me to swallow. my partner was with me (thank god) and kept frantically calling the office to see if there was anything we could do in the meantime while we battled nyc traffic to get back into the office. i had already taken a perc at the end of the procedure so the nurses kept telling my partner that i just had to tough it out until we got there. i don't think they fully understood just how bad it was until we finally arrived and they tried to make some jokes before actually taking a look at me and seeing just how large the hematoma was and how much pain i was in. I was crying and i'm not a cryer. thankfully they jumped into action and got me on the operating table. i was told afterward that when they opened the surgery site the pooled blood had built up so much tension that it burst out. i felt it pool under me when it happened. i had apparently already hit the maximum amount of anesthesia that i could get locally during my initial operation, so i wasn't able to get much more and could feel a lot of what was happening, including the cauterizing. needless to say it sucked pretty bad. thankfully they were able to get the bleeding stopped, but it felt like it took an eternity. i really wish they had let me stay in the office for like 30 minutes or so just after the operation to monitor me for this potential (serious) complication instead of just sending me out the door. the amount of time that was lost in transport definitely made things a lot more dire. if you're considering getting this done i would DEFINITELY suggest staying close by to your surgeon's office and requesting that they monitor you for a bit of time just after.
as far as the results go, at first i thought they were good. however, it's just about 20 months post op now, so not even 2 years, and i already feel like things are going south. i still really like the chin implant (though that had some challenges and freaky moments during healing and I still feel a little uneasy about resting my chin on things or putting any pressure on it), but i honestly don't think the neck lift was worth it, ESPECIALLY considering the complication that i had. my pictures show before, after 5.5 months, and now (20 months later). i think it's pretty obvious that a lot of the laxity is returning. i'm not even 40 yet so this is really disappointing, especially since the doctor told me that at my age i would likely see excellent results until i had aged significantly. call me crazy, but i don't think 20 months counts as significant aging. I was hoping for 10 years at least, especially since this wasn't even the procedure that i initially thought i needed but paid much more for since i was told it would address my concerns. if i could go back in time i would probably just get the chin implant and fillers for a few years before saving up for something with more lasting results.
ontheupandup on Realself
9 days ago
05/28/2023, 05:04 AM
Probably Not Worth the Cost, Complication, and Healing Time
I had a mini neck lift with a chin implant performed under local anesthesia. I'm not super squeamish, but if you're somebody that is I would caution against doing this procedure while awake. it wasn't terrible, but there were definitely some times when it was uncomfortable and I could definitely feel more than I would have liked. afterward, i was bandaged up and sent on my way home to my apartment, which was an hour cab ride away in brooklyn. it wasn't until i got home that i started to suspect something was wrong. i was swelling, which i expected, but it seemed to be happening before my eyes. i sent pictures into the office and they told me i needed to come back asap, that i had a hematoma that was filling up. back into a cab for another hour long ride, but this time in increasingly severe pain as my anesthesia was wearing off and blood was rapidly collecting internally under my jaw. this quickly became one of the most excruciating things i've experienced in my life. the hematoma was so large that it became difficult for me to swallow. my partner was with me (thank god) and kept frantically calling the office to see if there was anything we could do in the meantime while we battled nyc traffic to get back into the office. i had already taken a perc at the end of the procedure so the nurses kept telling my partner that i just had to tough it out until we got there. i don't think they fully understood just how bad it was until we finally arrived and they tried to make some jokes before actually taking a look at me and seeing just how large the hematoma was and how much pain i was in. I was crying and i'm not a cryer. thankfully they jumped into action and got me on the operating table. i was told afterward that when they opened the surgery site the pooled blood had built up so much tension that it burst out. i felt it pool under me when it happened. i had apparently already hit the maximum amount of anesthesia that i could get locally during my initial operation, so i wasn't able to get much more and could feel a lot of what was happening, including the cauterizing. needless to say it sucked pretty bad. thankfully they were able to get the bleeding stopped, but it felt like it took an eternity. i really wish they had let me stay in the office for like 30 minutes or so just after the operation to monitor me for this potential (serious) complication instead of just sending me out the door. the amount of time that was lost in transport definitely made things a lot more dire. if you're considering getting this done i would DEFINITELY suggest staying close by to your surgeon's office and requesting that they monitor you for a bit of time just after.
as far as the results go, at first i thought they were good. however, it's just about 20 months post op now, so not even 2 years, and i already feel like things are going south. i still really like the chin implant (though that had some challenges and freaky moments during healing and I still feel a little uneasy about resting my chin on things or putting any pressure on it), but i honestly don't think the neck lift was worth it, ESPECIALLY considering the complication that i had. my pictures show before, after 5.5 months, and now (20 months later). i think it's pretty obvious that a lot of the laxity is returning. i'm not even 40 yet so this is really disappointing, especially since the doctor told me that at my age i would likely see excellent results until i had aged significantly. call me crazy, but i don't think 20 months counts as significant aging. I was hoping for 10 years at least, especially since this wasn't even the procedure that i initially thought i needed but paid much more for since i was told it would address my concerns. if i could go back in time i would probably just get the chin implant and fillers for a few years before saving up for something with more lasting results.
for some reason rs wouldn't let me add the pic from now unless i created an update so here it is. i think it's pretty obvious that the results are rapidly diminishing. there's a 200 character minimum so i'm just filling up space now lol
SR1976 on Realself
25 days ago
05/12/2023, 03:49 AM
Consultation review: Scheduled for surgery in June
I was so nervous to go in for my consultation. Dr. Sterry and his staff (Shivanie and Alex) are amazing. Dr. Sterry was very detailed in the consultation. Once I left the office, my husband and I were discussing the consultation and were left with more questions. I reached out to the staff and we set up another consultation (Virtual). During my initial in person consultation we agreed on neck, chin and check liposuction. After our Virtual consultation, Dr Sterry stated that it would be best if we do a mini neck lift and liposuction. Of course I am scared to go a more invasive procedure, but I trust Dr Sterry to give me the results I really want. I defined jaw line and no more double chin!!! I am scheduled for surgery in June. Will continue to update my journey.
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Friendly915923 on Realself
4 months ago
02/18/2023, 09:02 AM
Chin liposuction - better and younger
Dr sterry and the team were great. Yes it's costly but I'm not bargain shopping for facial surgery. I want the best. People are shocked when I show before and after pictures. No one could pinpoint why but just that I looked better and younger. Best 7200$ I have spent.
Eclectic119279 on Realself
4 months ago
01/25/2023, 07:53 AM
Top Dr. for Tummy Tuck and Revision Cases!!
I had my first tummy tuck in Nov 2020 by a Dr. in Westchester, NY. He left me with a long vertical scar (in addition to the normal horizontal scar), an odd looking diamond shape belly button and a protruding belly. My stomach was in worse condition after that tummy tuck than before.
I agonized with my ugly, scarred up, protruding belly for almost 2 years. Finally, I set up some consults with several NYC surgeons to see if they could fix my stomach. Could they make my belly button look more normal, get rid of the unsightly vertical scar and finally make my belly flat? All of the doctors I met with told me they could not fully get rid of the vertical scar and they would not touch my belly button. Then, I met Dr. Sterry. He as able to fix all!!!
Dr. Sterry was so nice and he takes his time. I never felt rushed with him like I did with the other doctors. Dr. Sterry was the first surgeon I met with that was confident he could get rid of the vertical scar, make my belly button look more normal and tighten up my stomach, and he did! I am now almost 8 weeks post revision tummy tuck with Dr. Sterry and I could not be happier. My stomach is flat and tight and my waist is tiny. My belly button looks perfect. The vertical scar is completely gone. The normal horizontal scar is so thin and low and unnoticeable. I am thrilled with my results. It took me 2 years to find Dr. Sterry. I a so happy I choose him as my surgeon. He is a skilled artist that is patient and cares about the outcome for his patients. If you are considering a tummy tuck or lipo look no further. Choose Dr. Sterry and you will not regret it!
Resourceful140387 on Realself
4 months ago
01/24/2023, 17:28 PM
More than a year later, extremely pleased with how my body looks
I had an a tummy tuck and liposuction to flanks in October 2021 with Dr Sterry and I can say I highly recommend this doctor and his staff.
My personal experience was that I had need of a revision due to disfiguring liposuction I had in 2007. I am (more than a year later) extremely pleased with how my body looks. My scar is nice and narrow, not jagged and is healing well. I think it will be quite invisible someday, as scars often eventually become. The placement is good. The bellybutton is pretty cute and looks real. The liposuction to the flanks makes my body have a nice shape from many angles. To me, getting surgery is a scary idea so I appreciated how this doctor made me feel when we spoke during the consults, before surgery and during aftercare. I always felt like doctor Sterry ( and the support staff and anesthesiologist too!) cared about safety and were super patient with my many moments of anxiety leading up to and following surgery. I really felt taken care of physically and emotionally. I think safety is first but you are also doing a procedure like this to look better and feel good about yourself. This doctor has great skill in achieving beauty and symmetry. He is very professional, competent and confident. I really appreciate everything this doctor did and said and accomplished. Thank you, Dr Sterry. I'm glad I picked you :)
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Hi, Thank you so much for your kind review. We really appreciate it!
Danielle0830 on Realself
5 months ago
01/05/2023, 10:27 AM
Already see a huge difference - excited to see the final results
I'm not sure where to start! I will update this review with photos once I have my 3-month follow-up photo to show final results. I know pictures are what helped me find Dr. Sterry, so I'll make sure to share mine soon.
This is my first experience with cosmetic surgery, but one I've thought about for years. I have always had stubborn fat under my chin, no matter my weight. I wanted a doctor who specialized in chin/neck lipo and excelled in this area, and that's how I found Dr. Sterry(and on this app!!) Dr. Sterry himself was highly impressive, I appreciated his informative approach, and he educates you along the way. He's also a straight shooter; it shows me that he cares about my best interest as his patient. I'm a fan of learning the process and felt like I was in safe and experienced hands; I mean, this is my face, after all!! Dr. Sterry is a very accomplished surgeon, which was clear to me, and he has a beautiful office on Madison Ave in NYC. I walked in there nervous but never once felt intimidated. He had humility, humor, and was down to earth, which I find equally crucial as credentials/experience. The staff, from beginning to end, made this experience easy for me. The communication and follow-up with Alex, from scheduling the consult until the day of surgery, were remarkable. During my procedure today, I had the best nurse, and I don't think I would've felt as calm otherwise if she wasn't there.
I hardly ever leave reviews for anything, which is a shame, but I share that to emphasize how happy I am with today, with allowing myself to do this for ME, and with the Dr, I chose because I really, really picked the best! I can already see a huge difference, and I'm excited to see the final results!
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Hello, We really appreciate you taking the time to write us this kind review. We can't wait to see your results!
NYCbubbles on Realself
5 months ago
01/02/2023, 15:11 PM
Could not be happier - look even better than I did before 3 kids
Dr Sterry is amazing and has changed my life. I'm 8 months post tummy tuck and could not be happier. He is one of the few good guys out there- he doesn't sugar coat things and does what's best for the patient in the long run. The after care I received was next level. He and his staff were available for any and all concerns I had and never made me feel silly for a question throughout the healing process. He takes his time and listens to the patient; never rushes. His staff is warm and welcoming. I never felt alone during the entire process. He is relentless in seeking scar perfection in the post op phase and I appreciate it so much! I look even better than I did before 3 kids!
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Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to write us this review! We are happy to hear you had a pleasant experience in our office.