Manhattan Aesthetic Surgery

Dr Vendemia is an expert with a beautiful artistic eye. As soon as I met him, I knew I would not need to consult anywhere else and he would be my surgeon. He is incredibly articulate and clear in answering any question and explaining every single factor behind a procedure. He is definitely a perfectionist and it shows with every aspect of how he runs his practice.
It is only two days after a procedure by Dr Vendemia and I am looking and feeling great. He is without a doubt a talented surgeon with a gentle touch. I cried when I saw my results because it was so perfect I could never have imagined my body being restored to how it used to look.
If you want the best, go see Dr. Vendemia. He is the gold standard in cosmetic surgery.

I had considered a breast augmentation for years but was nervous about the surgery for several reasons. I didn’t want a fake look, and I didn’t want to have an extended recovery time from a big surgery. Dr. Vendemia turned out to be an excellent choice!
I am thrilled with the results of my surgery. He helped me achieve a totally natural, more proportional look — exactly what i was after. I was very interested in Dr. Vendemia’s rapid recovery technique because I didn’t want to stay out of the gym or cease running for an extended period after the surgery. The recovery time exceeded my expectations. I was back at work within a week and back at the gym in a couple of weeks. I couldn’t believe how quickly I got back to my normal fitness activities and was even back to running within 2 months of surgery (with no pain)!
Dr. Vendemia is clearly a skilled surgeon. But he aIso has the best bedside manner of any physician that I have interacted with. He is extraordinarily professional, while still being empathetic and understanding. One of the unique things about Dr. Vendemia’s practice is how much time he spends with his patients prior to and after the surgery. He made himself available for three or four extended consultations over the course of several months prior to my surgery. He was extraordinarily patient with me and spent a lot of time answering my questions, addressing my concerns and helping me choose the implant size and type to achieve the look I was seeking.
Dr. Vendemia is a perfectionist, which is exactly what you want in a plastic surgeon. But his focus on getting things right and creating an excellent patient experience is also clear in all other aspects of his practice. The offices are immaculate; the staff incredible; the paperwork as streamlined as possible. It is worth noting that Karin, the patient coordinator, is incredibly special. She is always available via phone, text or email and she herself spent time with me addressing my concerns about the process and even connected me with other patients so that I could hear about their experiences with Dr. Vendemia and the surgery first-​hand.
I have had an excellent experience with Dr. Vendemia and Karin and most importantly, I love the results!

My wife has a 43 year history of severe migraine headaches for which she has received multiple treatment modalities, including beta blockers, centrally acting vasoactive agents, and Botox. She began Botox in Beverly Hills in 2003 while the drug was still experimental and not yet FDA approved as a migraine treatment. The results were dramatic with a marked decrease in both the frequency and the severity of the headaches and a corresponding decrease in analgesic use, thus avoiding their unpleasant side effects.
When we moved to Virginia, we were unable to find a
physician able to properly treat her in any of the nearby medical metropolises (Baltimore; Washington, DC). After a long search and multiple consultation-​type phone calls to physician offices, Dr. Vendemia seemed to be the most knowledgable and experienced in this area. My wife has been his patient for almost three years and has experienced consistently excellent results. She sees him every three months and on every visit he inquires if the pattern of the headaches has changed since the last visit and, if necessary, adjusts the dosage and the administration sites of the Botox accordingly. We are extremely lucky to have found a physician such as Dr. Vendemia who has been able to provide such relief from this disease. He is not only knowledgable but also caring and kind and thus an excellent physician.
Bob

Words can’t even describe how happy I am that I found Karin and Dr. V!
For years I wanted to get breast reduction but I didn’t want to deal with the long recovery time as well as the scars which I have seen on family members.
From the very first email asking about the scarless breast reduction procedure and talking about it with Karin, I knew this was going to be the right choice. Of course I had appointments made elsewhere for a consultation but really, that was just a waste of time and I canceled them-that’s how confident I was about Dr V after my consultation.
Dr V will really explain the entire procedure and make you feel not only good about how he does this, but I can’t even tell you how good he and Karin have made me feel after the procedure. Karin was always available which was so great and Dr V was just incredible, I finally feel good about my breasts and can really recommend this procedure to anyone but make sure to do it with Dr V.
I was able to wear shirts that I couldn’t wear before after just 3 days, my posture is so much better and I am not ashamed of my body anymore!
I will definitely return to Dr. V for future procedures!
Thank you Karin and Dr. Vendemia-​you are the best!

MAS review
I’m 33 years old and after going from a size 12 to a size 8 with eating better and working out, I still had a goal of being a size 6 (as I had once before college). I had love-​handles that I was so self-​conscious about. I have skinny legs and arms but had this «muffin-​top» I could not get rid of. I hated wearing jeans, so I’ve been wearing leggings or yoga pants for years. I decided to do some research and from the moment I met Dr. V, I knew he was so knowledgeable, honest about the whole process, confident in his work… He knew like most people do that I was probably going to go on other consultations, but after our hour or so consultation and having all my questions answered, I wanted to book him immediately. He said my body was perfect for this type of procedure: LIPO-​sculpting, and let me tell you, immediately after I could see an hour-​glass figure that I never imagined I had! I had tears in my eyes back at my hotel! Karin and Dr. V were right there to answer any questions I had during recovery, and I’m still recovering. I’m exactly 2 months post-​liosculpture procedure, and I would do this all over again!!! I wish I had done this sooner! I haven’t felt so sexy and confident since I can remember! Dr. V truly is an artist! He has changed my life, and I’m forever grateful! Thank you so much Dr. Vendemia!!!

I am very happy to write this review !! I finally decided to find a surgeon to fix my messed up Lipo of my abdomen. I went to a well known Surgeon and developed major Scar tissue (very large lumps) on my stomach. I cried many times thinking about this problem. I did a lot of research relating to Bad Lipo procedures and was becoming discouraged. I was beginning to accept this as «normal».
Finally, I researched Lipo reconstructive surgeons and came across Dr. Nicholas V.
Dr. Nicholas was awesome! He work very hard !!! Thank you !!! For my new body. He gave me my confidence and Sexy back!!! I would strongly recommend Dr. Nicholas V to anyone. Great job.

This wonderful man fixed the damage that Dr. Taranow the left pectoral muscle slicer inflicted on my body. Dr. Taranow’s skill is from medieval times. I’m surprised he didn’t describe me in terms of humors, bleed me then apply leeches to finish the job.
From the beginning Karin, the woman who answered the phone was kind, welcoming and sympathetic. I was ashamed to even tell her (and show anyone) what I looked like. In person she was just as pleasant and calming.
When the doctor came in he was professional, intelligent and told me my options and what I could expect in comparing aesthetics to reality.
We used Seri surgical scaffolding. He pushed for alloderm but I could not get my head around it. Instead Dr. Vendemia compromised and got more Seri.
It took six hours to repair the damage of Dr. Taranow, 2 ½ longer than he intended. I wish I could thank them all personally from Denise the nurse to Dr. Friedman on anesthesia who managed to by some sort of magic starting an iv without me feeling the needle at all. Don’t let Friedman’s young face fool you, this guy knows what he is doing. He probably thinks I’m insane for asking him «if he’s done this before.» Also helpful tip if you hold up your wrist above your heart, no bruising.
My surgery took place at the specialty care center on 50 E. 69^th st. Doesn’t look like much but it has top notch people working there. My only complaint is for the center since I had to call on surgery day to get the appointment time instead of them leaving it on a message when they couldn’t reach me.
I’m one week out and I feel human again, beautiful again, hopeful again. I don’t have to hunch over to hide body. If I could give infinite stars I would.
Thank you Dr. Nicholas.

I would highly recommend Dr. Vendemia, his staff and his entire practice. My results exceeded my original expectations. Dr. Vendemia is a very caring physician and he truly listens and hears you 100%. Would never go anywhere else. 100% recommend. From start to finish, you are cared for, nurtured and treated with immediate response to any issue or question, ²⁴⁄₇. I have never had an assistant like Karin text/​email/​call me to check on me and walk me through everything, and when I had crazy questions, she didn’t make me feel like it was crazy at all. I am so glad I waited so long to do all my homework to find exactly the right doctor for me.
D.S.

Dr. V and Karin are the best team to have on your side when making a major decision like plastic surgery. I couldn’t have been happier with the results of the magical Dr. V’s work and Karin was available ²⁴⁄₇ to graciously answer any ridiculous question that I had! I would never think to go see anyone else :)

Very recently visited for my first lip injections experience. I decided that this was going to be the place after going on endless consultations and doing tons of research. I almost scared myself out of getting this done until I met with Dr. Vendemia. At my consultation he answered questions I didn’t even have and I booked my appointment right away. His assistant, Karin, is amazing and answered my emails with any questions that I had almost instantly.
As for the procedure itself, it was completely painless. A numbing cream was applied and left on for about 30 minutes then Dr. V came in and went to work. He talked me through it and made me feel so comfortable. He explained everything he was doing in detail. He gave me a mirror so I could see the progress and I decided he had done enough. Mind you, I’d never done anything like this before so I was in shock when I saw myself.
I didn’t bruise at all and had very little swelling. I even went shopping when I left and got a facial the next day with no problem.
Once the swelling went down I decided I wanted more so Karin set me up with an appointment the next week and I got injected again. No pain and I went back to work right after he was done.
I am beyond pleased with my results. My lips look much fuller and so natural. I didn’t end up with the ducky look that I was terrified of. It isn’t obvious or fake looking but just enough that it adds more to my face. Love this place and will absolutely come back when I am ready to get more filler done.

I had a terrible breast augmentation in Miami, FL.
Not only my implants weren’t put properly (up to my collarbone) but i also had huge scars and my nipples were uneven. What i needed was not only a breast reconstruction but also a miracle. I made sure to do a lot of research. After taking a couple appointments with different surgeons, I decided that Dr V was the most suitable for me. Not only he is very professional and had a lot of experience in reconstruction but he also took the time to see me and answer all my questions, while being totally honest. I came to see him a couple time and he made time for me (although i am sure he was really busy) to talk about size and what i was looking for as far as results.
My results are amazing and I had a quick recovery !! I look so different in a very good way and everything is as he said it would be. My breast are looking nicely round and natural, he fixed my nipples and theres barely any scars. They keep looking better and better with time ! I can tell that he really cares about the well being of his patients. Since then i got Botox and Voluma with him and it looks really good. i felt in good hands from the start to finish and I will definitely see him again If I ever consider getting anything else, oh and his assistant Karin is very sweet and helpful.

I learned of Dr. Vendemia from a very trusted and close friend who also happened to be one of his operating room nurses. You can’t ask for a better recommendation than that! (I would also have the comfort of her presence during surgery.)
I had been toying with the idea of replacing my saline implants that were over 13 years old. I had my initial surgery under the muscle when I was only 18 years old and breast augmentation was not as popular as it today. The recovery after my first surgery was a long and very painful process (I was in bed for almost 2 weeks). I was certainly not looking forward to feeling that way again. My friend assured me that Dr. V (as many call him) had impeccable skill in the operating room and his technique and recovery plan would have me up and about almost immediately. After my previous experience, the proof would be in the pudding… and so began the journey.
At my consultation, I immediately felt comfortable with Dr. V. He was patient and answered the many questions I had. I was unsure about size and shape when we met, but he took the time to guide me to my perfect vision through our dialogue and pictures. Dr. V also gives honest advice when your expectations might not realistic and/​or flattering for your body. He did not rush me and I knew he genuinely cared and was passionate about his work and patients. Within a few days, I called the office and scheduled my surgery. I would like to jump in here and say that Karin, his office manager, was also wonderful to work with. She was incredibly responsive to all inquires both before and after surgery. My pre-​op appointment went very similar to my consultation… Dr. V was patient and did not rush me. From what I hear, it is hard to find that type of bedside manner in this field. He gets an A+!
Post surgery — I am a believer! Recovery was night and day compared to my first surgery. I did not even need pain killers… simple extra strength Tylenol was enough. The level of swelling was lower and easily treated with ice packs. There was no time where I felt bed-​ridden. In fact, it was hard to relax and sit still since I felt so good. I was back to work in a week’s time (and I am certain I could have gone back sooner had I chosen to). The hardest part of recovery was remembering that I even had surgery!
The results, you ask? Well, this story sums it all up…
I was in the Caribbean not even 10 weeks after surgery. While I was away, a young woman (engaged to a professional NHL player no less) stopped me to say that she saw me at the pool days earlier and turned to her mother-​in-​law and told her that I had the most gorgeous breasts she had ever seen in her life! The 2 women were actually arguing on whether they were real or not because they just looked so amazing! I couldn’t stop smiling at their compliments and Dr. V is to thank!

I had a wonderful experience with Dr. V for my breast augmentation. I was an A cup and extremely active and can be found always doing 100 things at a mile a minute so I was so hesitant to go through with the surgery and be forced to ‘relax’ during recovery. I went for my consultation and fell in love with Dr. V and his assistant Karin. They made me feel extremely comfortable and answered all 500 (it seemed) questions that were running through my head. I didn’t want to look like a pornstar I just wanted to be more comfortable in my bikinis/​clothes instead of wearing padded suits/​bras from Victoria Secret!
The procedure itself was so fast I couldn’t believe it! I felt almost fine within three/​four days and was up and about walking around the city getting fresh air, meeting friends for dinner, going to the movies etc. No one could believe the recovery I had, so Dr. V’s rapid recovery concoction is definitely TRUE.
I’m very happy with my results; Dr. V was very honest with the sizes I was contemplating between. I wanted to go conservative for work but not too small that it wasn’t much of a change, but not too large that they were obnoxious.
Karin is also the best, she would reach out to see how I was feeling afterwards and always a text or email away from ANY question I had. They’re a great boutique practice and couldn’t have had a better experience anywhere else!

Dr. Vendemia with Manhattan Aesthetic Surgery (MAS) is a true professional plastic surgeon and approaches his work almost like an art. Dr. V is very respectful, personable and patient, not to mention exceptionally knowledgeable in his field. If you are nervous about choosing a plastic surgeon and moving forward with a breast augmentation procedure (in my case), look no further — Dr. V will perform a spectacular job. Truth be told, I was a tough case with having such an acutely small frame to begin with and requesting a considerable size increase (pushing the higher end of the size range), all while maintaining a natural look. Dr. V nailed it. He perfected the procedure and I wholeheartedly mean this. They don’t look fake at all — they’re remarkable and gorgeous, yet I still feel so natural. Furthermore, I appreciated his truthfulness to any and all questions asked. When presented with the option of size (cc’s and profile type) and location of the implant itself, we went over the pros and cons of each many, many times. Based on extensive experience, he gave his honest opinion, presented options and advised accordingly. These are qualities I especially admire because it demonstrates the following: 1) Dr. V cares about his business and reputation; 2) he wants his patients to be happy, feel good and have the confidence that they’re in good hands; and 3) he clearly desires to achieve a superior end result for his patients. I felt he was giving me just that. I couldn’t be happier with the breast augmentation procedure and experience with Dr. Vendemia at MAS. I LOVE the new (pardon) boobs; they’re simply perfect!
On a separate note, and prior to scheduling a consultation at MAS, my husband and I created a laundry list of questions about the breast augmentation procedure. I’m sure Dr. V taken back by the number of questions, but he handled us with such grace and professionalism. He never rushed us either. Then, we went in for a second round of follow up questions to narrow down our choices to decide on the best surgeon. We took far too much of his time with the question and answer sessions; but, it was clear in the end that Dr. V and his staff would take the best care of me throughout the entire process.
Dr. Vendemia’s Office Manager, Karin, is a delightful woman as well. She is always responsive both via phone and text message. They thoroughly prepared me for the procedure at the surgical center and set expectations as to how I would feel and what to do post-​procedure. They checked in later that evening as well to make sure I was okay. Throughout the critical post-​op period, Karin was available to answer questions with amazingly quick turnaround time. Talk about a comforting feeling. Like Dr. V, she definitely takes care of the patients too.
Is there such designation as a master breast augmentation surgeon? Well, if there is, hand it over to Dr. V! One last repetitive point, I LOVE my new boobs! :)

I cannot express how pleased I am with Dr. Vendemia’s work. I recently had rhinoplasty to have my nose straightened out and it looks fantastic. It was less than a week from consultation to operating room which I really appreciate because I’m extremely impatient.
Karin is very personable and really enjoys her job – then again it’s probably a great job to have. I was never kept waiting past my appointment time like many other offices I’ve been to. Dr. V is extremely professional and makes sure you understand exactly what’s going on.
I will definitely be back for some future beautification.

I wouldn’t normally announce to the world any cosmetic procedures I have had (this is the first, actually) but I was so impressed with Manhattan Aesthetic Surgery that I felt compelled to review them and to hell with any embarrassment or pointing and staring.
I got a Groupon for sclerotherapy to zap the increasing network of tiny bloodvessels that were starting to look like the NYC subway map on my legs.
Making the appointment was easy and the person I spoke to (sorry can’t remember her name) was extremely friendly and helpful.
Once at the surgery, I was whisked away immediately to fill out paperwork and then was taken into a consulting room by Shea who would perform the procedure.
Shea is, in a word, lovely. She isn’t a cosmetic surgeon, but she is qualified to perform non-​surgical procedures such as sclerotherapy, botox, radiesse etc. She explained what was going to happen, what she would be using (Asclera) and that it isn’t successful for everyone. She told me what would happen to the veins and answered my questions and concerns, all to my satisfaction. Then the sticking began. It wasn’t too bad, stung a little but nothing that made me want to stop or Unilocal out.
I was advised to wear glamourous compression hose, full-​length if possible, for at least 3 days, up to 2 weeks if I could stand it. I managed the minimal 3 days BUT I did wear them to bed, much to my husband’s delight…
It’s now been a couple of weeks since my therapy and I must admit, I am very pleased with the results. The veins have either gone completely or have diminished significantly. I am particularly pleased with the disappearance of a particularly ugly dark vein I had right in the crook of the back of my left leg — gone! Evanesco! (As Harry Potter would say if he had spider veins he wanted rid of).
Based on this experience, I would definitely go back to this practice. Professional, friendly (yes, even with a Groupon!) and effective.

Let’s start off with the fact that the staff and Shea are extremely pleasant and very dedicated and everything seems to be top of the line, but…
the bottom line is I came to get a procedure done, sclerotherapy, that I’ve had done before at a different location with great results, i.e. my veins collapsed and slowly but surely disappeared. I had an ELT procedure done last year at a Dr.‘s office, which would prevent any future veins from leaking and causing the «lovely» bulgy veins from forming (if you suffer from this, then you know what I’m talking about), but I still had the old veins, blue and angry-​looking along with numerous spider-​veins, which had to be taken care of. I bought a Groupon for 2 sessions and after the first session everything stayed the same, even the small spider veins. After 2^nd session, I expressed my concern and Shea, who isn’t a Dr, assured me she injected more, to the limit of what she’s allowed to (not sure what that means since it’s supposed to be a special mix of saline solution). It stung, it looked inflamed, but it didn’t work.
I called back in December wanting a follow up session, but with a new job in BK, traveling to UES on a weekday is tough, so I wanted a Sat appointment. All Sat appointments were booked for January and they’d call me back if one opened up. No one called me back. Ok, I get it. I called again and was placed on a list to call for future Sat appointment. We’re at end of February, no one called back. So to me it seems like I got insufficient injections to try and upsell me in the future but because I used up my Groupon and didn’t seem too eager to spend any more money of a service that doesn’t work, they just decided not to deal with me anymore? Not a fan, I tell ya. Although you guys are awesome, pleasant, have iPads, and candy, I still want my veins to be gone. If it worked at another place, why doesn’t it work at your place?