Dr. Helen Colen, Plastic Surgery, is named a Top Doctor: New York Metro Area
Dr. Helen Colen, a Board Certified New York, NY physician specializing in Plastic Surgery, has been selected by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. for inclusion in its authoritative guide to the top primary care and specialty care doctors in the tri-state metropolitan New York area. The 16th edition of Top Doctors: New York Metro Area includes over 5,500 top primary care and specialty care physicians in a twenty-county … [Read more...]
Anatomy of the Vagina: A Closer Look at the Inside of the Vagina
Many women have a lot of worries about their vagina and labia, however when they reach out to The Cosmetic Gynecology Surgery Suite they aren’t always certain how to describe the area’s most bothersome to them. While our experienced, well-trained, compassionate staff is always pleased to help provide you with knowledge and medical expertise; we encourage you to take a few minutes to take a closer look at the inside … [Read more...]
Your Career as a Plastic Surgery Nurse
I'm approached frequently by people wanting to know about getting into a career as a plastic surgeon. I've even written on the subject here, but only recently was I asked about a career as a nurse within a plastic surgeon's office. So in the interest of fair play, here is what I know about this field and how you can get into it. First, let me state that this is a worthwhile career goal to pursue. After all, … [Read more...]
Reasons against Cosmetic Surgery Procedures in Foreign Country
Going to foreign countries to have cosmetic surgical procedures and treatments done is becoming more popular for a few different reasons. Some people go overseas because of a lower price in some countries. Others may decide to go to a foreign country to give the cover of a vacation, because they do not want anyone to know they are having cosmetic surgery. No matter what the reason is, leaving the United States and … [Read more...]
Things You Should Ask Your Plastic Surgeon before the Surgery
Having plastic surgery can be frightening. On the one hand, you want to improve your appearance and confidence, but on the other hand there are horror stories out there that we have all heard which make us very nervous. Using a licensed and qualified plastic surgeon who has prior experience in the procedures being performed, and who is up to date on the latest techniques and research, will allow you to get great … [Read more...]
Does the Sex of the Surgeon Matter?
LAST June, after Jerri Hafizi, a 5-foot-3 construction firm executive, lost 65 pounds, she asked a plastic surgeon to tighten the loose skin around her torso and lift her breasts. But the surgeon seemed not to understand what she wanted. He squeezed Ms. Hafizi's skin in his fists, she said, and told her that the only way to solve her problem was with implants. "He wanted to make me into a Barbie doll," said Ms. … [Read more...]
The Cost of Labiaplasty
One of the big questions for any woman considering a labiaplasty is: "How much will it cost?" The good news is that, compared to other cosmetic procedures, it's not that much. In fact, although it's not the least-expensive procedure, it does tend to be one of the lower-priced surgeries. Here's a list of the most commonly-sought cosmetic-surgery procedures, along with the average cost in the United States. Take a … [Read more...]
How to Tell a Bad Cosmetic Surgeon
Most plastic surgeons are good at what they do--but there are always the few bad ones. This is as true in labiaplasty and vaginaplasty as any other area of cosmetic surgery. … [Read more...]
Dr. Kari Colen
I recently was seeking a plastic surgeon for consultation for body work including vaginal and labial plasty. I came across Dr. Kari Colen's bio. What impressed me about her was that she is young and newly trained and well versed in all new techniques available. She is a wife, a mother and a professional. What is even more spectacular is that she is the daughter of two top plastic surgeons, Dr. Helen Colen and Dr. … [Read more...]
