About Dr. Colen • Practice Philosophy Consultation • Curriculum Vitae
Helen S. Colen, M.D., F.A.C.S., P.C.
Helen Colen MD is one of the top Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in New York City. Dr. Helen S. Colen has been performing cosmetic plastic surgery and especially vaginal and labial plastic surgery for the past 25 years. She graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 1972. She continued her training in Pediatrics at Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa. There she was introduced to the problems of ambiguous genitalia in children. She then continued her training in General Surgery at the University of Colorado Medical Center till June of 1979. Dr. Colen then did a Plastic Surgery Residency at St. Luke’s- Roosevelt Hospital, in New York and a Microsurgery Fellowship at NYU Medical Center and Bellevue Hospital. Certified by the Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 1983, Dr. Colen became a member of the American Medical Association, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Fellow of the Lipolysis Society, a Fellow of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, a member of the New York County Medical Society and a member of the cosmetic gynecology society.
Dr. Colen is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, achieved the AMA Physicians Recognition Award since 1982 till present and has been included in Town and Country Magazine’s best doctors list in 2001. She is in the Top Doctors list in Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. since 1997 and is listed in the Who’s Who of American Women in USA. She has also been on the best Doctors list of New York Magazine in 2001. In addition Dr. Colen has been mentioned in innumerable articles in popular publications since she started her practice: i.e. Glamour magazine, US, Self, W, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Town and Country just to mention a few.
Currently she is Clinical Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery in the NYU School of Medicine, an Attending Physician in Plastic Surgery at Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital and at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in NY. She also has lectured and written extensively on various plastic surgery procedures.
It’s no surprise that every day more and more men and women are having aesthetic surgery. Everyone loves the results!
As a professional for over 25 years, I see what my patient sees when she/he looks in the mirror. As a surgeon, I am able to create those changes that my patients really want.
Doctors differ in their aesthetic senses, however, they should be on the same aesthetic wavelength as their patient. If they are not, even a well performed surgery would not satisfy the patient. I like when my patients look natural and the operated area totally fits the rest of their body.
I like my patients and I get enormous satisfaction from a result that makes them happy. The practice of aesthetic plastic surgery is phenomenally rewarding, both in achieving great aesthetic results and in meeting many diverse and interesting people. Plastic surgery is creative, challenging and fun – I cannot imagine being happier doing anything else.
It is my pleasure to assist you in discovering the many benefits of aesthetic surgery. I recommend that you also talk with friends and a family physician. This added insight will be helpful during your surgical consultation. Most importantly, ask questions and have your surgical options explained to your own satisfaction.
During the first consultation which lasts about 45 minutes, I listen carefully to the patient’s request, I study his/her body language, I learn about his/her lifestyle, goals and wishes. I learn as much as I can about the patient’s body image. I never suggest ‘fixing’ any area unless the patient specifically asks about it. I finally advise my patient about the best procedure to achieve the best final look. I ascertain whether patients can undergo the stress of surgery physically and mentally and whether the desired surgery is appropriate and will fulfill their wishes and visions. If functional problems of vagina and bladder exist I advise the patients to see my partner Dr. Robert Porges and he will address those problems. We often do surgery together. Other topics I discuss include:
- The positives and negatives of each procedure
- The preoperative process
- What laboratory examinations are in order
- The appropriate anesthesia for the procedure
- Whether the procedure will be performed in the office or in a hospital
- The risks
- The postoperative course including pain medication and other treatments with creams and ointments to enhance and preserve the surgical results.
- We may also discuss the postoperative course of treatment with G spot injections.
I insist that every patient should have a thorough examination by either his/hers personal physician or by an internist that I recommend. Patients are asked to fill out a form indicating all medications they take, any pertinent medical conditions, and whether they smoke, drink or use drugs, all of which may affect whether the procedure can be performed.
At the end, a tentative decision is usually made as to what the procedure should be and where it will be performed. The patient will be able to start making plans to take time off for recovery time.
After the initial consultation, patients see the nurse for further questions and then the office manager to obtain financial information and eventually schedule the procedure.
Another 30-minute consultation is done two weeks before the procedure. During this second consultation, patients will discuss the procedure again, as well as the risks, benefits, and expectations. Pain management and the need for private duty nurses after the procedure will also be discussed. Photographs will be taken. The pre-op and post-op instructions will be given as well as perscriptions for perioperative medications are given.
My patients require few pain medicines because they’re not very anxious. I always work with excellent anesthesiologists who are familiar with my ways. We work as a team to make the experience safe and pleasant for my patients.
B.A. – New York University Heights 1964 – 1968 (Bronx)
M.D. – New York University Medical 1968 – 1972 School
HOSPITAL TRAINING:
- Pediatric Residency Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia., Penn. Sept., 1972 – June, 1974
- Ophthalmology Residency University of Colorado July, 1976 – Dec., 1976
- General Surgery Residency University of Colorado Medical Center Dec., 1976 – June, 1979
- Plastic Surgery Residency St. Luke’s Hospital Center New York, New York July, 1979 – June, 1981
- Microsurgery Fellowship New York University Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital July, 1981 – June, 1982
Appointment:
- Emergency Rm. Staff Physician Denver General Hospital Denver, Colorado July, 1974 – June, 1976
- Attending-Plastic Surgery Section Chief Manhattan Veterans Administration Hospital July 1981 -June 1982
- Attending-Plastic Surgery Maimonides Medical Center Brooklyn, N.Y. July 1982-1996
- Attending-Plastic Surgery Cabrini Medical Center July 1982-1997
- Attending-Plastic Surgery New York Eye & Ear Infirmary New York, NY July 1982-Present
- Attending-Plastic Surgery Long Island Jewish Hospital Queens, NY July 1982-June 1988
- Attending-Plastic Surgery Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital New York, NY April 1985-Present
- Attending-Plastic Surgery Beth Israel North New York, NY July 1987-March 2000
- Clinical Instructor State University of New York Downstate Medical Center Brooklyn, NY May 1988-1994
- Clinical Associate Professor Plastic Surgery New York University Medical Center New York, New York Dec 1997-Present
- Assistant Medical Staff Plastic Surgery Lenox Hill Hospital New York, NY Oct 2008 – Present
Honors:
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Physician’s Recognition Award Valid Until January 2004
Research:
- Fetal Monitoring during Labor & Delivery – 1969, in conjunction with Dr. Shenker, Booth Memorial Hospital Flushing, NY
- Laser Anastomosis of Nerves & Vessels New York University Medical Center New York, New York
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Medical Association July 1982-Present
- American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons October 1984-Present
- Fellow of American College of Surgeons 1985 – Present
- Fellow of Lipolysis Society 1986 – Present
- The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Inc. May 2002 – Present
- New York County Medical Society 1983 – Present
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS:
- December 1, 1982: Certification by the American Red Cross “Basic Life Support Course in Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation”
- December 1983-Present: Board Certification: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- April 4, 2003: American Heart Association for the BLS for Healthcare Providers Program. CPR/AED
- April 4, 2003: American Heart Association for the Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Program
- September 13, 2009: American Heart Association for the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- October 13, 2011: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Colorado #18772 1975 Florida #ME83228 2008 New Jersey # 25MA07439800 2002 New York #6827984 1979 Pennsylvania #MD014507E 1973
A. PRESENTATIONS AT MEETINGS SINCE APPOINTMENT TO THE STAFF
1. October, 1982 American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery meeting in Hawaii Presentation Scientific Poster: “Clinical Experience with the Circumflex Scapular Free flap – Is the Groin Flap Obsolete?”
2. June, 1983 The VIII International Congress of Plastic Surgery of the IRPS Montreal, Quebec, Canada Paper Presentation: “Clinical Experience with the Circumflex Scapular Free Flap – Is the Groin Flap Obsolete?”
3. July, 1983 The VIII International Congress of Plastic Surgery of the IPRS Montreal, Quebec, Canada Paper Presentation: “Primary Muscle Flap Closure of the Irradiated Spinal Cord.”
A. LECTURES GIVEN TO ATTENDING AND RESIDENT STAFF (each 1 credit in category I)
1. September 2, 1982: Burn Lecture given to Residents at Maimonides Hospital
2. September 9, 1982: Wound Healing Lecture given to Residents at Maimonides Hospital
3. October 21, 1982: Lecture on Reconstructive Plastic Surgery with Flaps given to Residents and Attending at Maimonides Hospital
4. November 13, 1982: Guest Lecture on Breast Reconstruction given to the New Jersey College of Medicine
5. November 16, 1982: Lecture on Microsurgery to the Resident Staff at Methodist Hospital
6. August 3, 1983: Burn Lecture given to Resident Staff at Maimonides Hospital
7. August 10, 1983: Wound Healing given to Resident Staff at Maimonides Hospital
8. February 3, 1983: Lecture on Microsurgery Basics given to the Department at Maimondies Hospital
9. December, 1983: Lecture Classic Techniques and Reconstruction in Hypospadia given to Urology Residents at Maimonides Hospital
10. September 7, 1983: Lecture on Burns to Pediatric House Staff and Attending given at Coney Island Hospital
11. October 16, 1984: Lecture Management of Burns given at Maimonides Hospital
12. October 22, 1984: Lecture Management of Burns given at Coney Island Hospital
13. January 22, 1985: Lecture Update in Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery given at Maimonides Medical Center (Pediatric Postgraduate Conference)
14. August 11, 1988: Lecture “Hand Injuries” given to Residents at the Surgical Grand Rounds Maimonides Medical Center
B – LECTURES AND COURSES ATTENDED
1. September 14, 1982: Lecture Entitled, “Surgery of the Large Nose,” given by Norman Hugo, M.D. at New York University Medical Center
2. October 26, 1982: Lecture “The Delivery of Antimicrobial Drugs from Synthetic Dressings to Infected Wounds,” given by Paul Nathan, Ph. D, at New York University Medical Center
3. November 16, 1982: Lecture entitled, “Genital Reconstruction,” given by Joseph G. McCarthy, M.D., at New York University Medical center
4. November 23, 1982: Lecture entitled, “Maxillofacial Surgery,” given by Joseph C. McCarthy, M.D., At New York University Medical center
5. November 12, 1982: M & M Conference at Maimonides Medical Center
6. September 23, 1982: Guest Lecture on Burns given by Dr.Allstein at Maimonides Medical Center
7. September 24, 1982: Guest Lecture on “ Cardiac Indexes,” given by Dr. Cunningham
8. February 7, 1983: Conference on “Morbidity and Mortality,” given at Maimonides Medical Center
9. June 10, 1983: Conference on “Morbidity and Morality,” given at Maimonides Medical Center
10. April 24-27, 1983: American Association of Plastic Surgeons -62nd Annual Meeting, Boston, Massachusetts, Equivalent to sixteen credits in Category I
11. April 27-30, 1983: Interspecialty Facia Surgery Congress, Sponsored by the Aesthetic Cancer and Reconstructive Surgery, – New York, New York Equivalent to twenty one credits in Category I
12. June 26 – July 1, 1983: The Eighth International Congress of Plastic Surgery of the IRPS, Sponsored by the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, Equivalent to thirty seven point four credits in Category I
13. July 1-3, 1983: Intensive Instructional Course XXI ISAPS on Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Sponsored by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Equivalent to eighteen credits in Category I
14. August 25, 1983: Reconstruction of the Breast, Sponsored by Medical College of Virginia, Hot Springs, Virginia, Equivalent to fourteen and one half credits in Category I
15. June 12, 1983: “Orthognathic Surgery” Maverick or Traditionalist,” given at New York University Medical Center 16. September 8, 1983: Tissue Expansion in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – New York, New York Equivalent to six credits in Category I
17. September 24, 1983: Cutaneous Laser Therapy – Havard Medical School, Equivalent to eight credits in Category I
18. April 3, 1984: “Primary Closure of Circular Defects,” given at New York University Medical Center
19. April 10, 1984: “Rhinoplasty I,” given at New York University Medical Center
20. April 17, 1984: “Rhinoplasty II,” given at New York University Medical Center
21. May 6-9, 1984: American Association of Plastic Surgeons — 63rd Annual Meeting, at Chicago, Illinois Equivalent to twenty three credits in Category I
22. May 15, 1984: “Anesthesia and Cosmetic Surgery,” given at New York University Medical Center
23. October 3, 1984: “Strategies for Improving the Quality of the Recovery of Nerve Repair,” given at New York University Medical Center
24. October 16, 1984: “Anatomy and Reconstruction of Extensor Mechanism,” given at New York University Medical Center
25. October 9-14, 1984: ASPRS/PSEF/ASMA Annual Scientific Meeting Las Vegas, Nevada Equivalent to twenty three credits in Category I
26. November 8, 1984: Annual CPR Update for reappointment at Maimonides Hospital
27. November 14, 1984: Annual CPR Update for reappointment at Maimonides Hospital
28. November 14-17, 1984: Rhinoplasty on State of the Art Symposium – New York, New York Equivalent to twenty one credits in Category I
29. December 3, 1984: Risk Management Seminar – Mt.Sinai School of Medicine – New York, New York Equivalent to four credits in Category I
30. September 19-21, 1985: Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgery – Boston, Mass Equivalent to twelve credits in Category I
31. August 22-25, 1986: Skin Graft and Flap – Vancouver, Canada Equivalent to twelve credits in Category I
32. September 25-27, 1986: Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgery – Boston, Mass Equivalent to twelve credits in Category I
33. October 25-26, 1986: Lipolysis society of North America Workshop & Meeting – Los Angeles, California Equivalent to fourteen credits in Category I
34. October 27-31, 1986: ASPRS Meeting – Los Angeles, California Equivalent to twenty seven credits in Category I
35. November 13, 1986: Annual CPR Update for reappointment at Maimonides Hospital
36. March 22-26, 1987: North American Medical/Dental Association Meeting – Snowmass, Colorado (Equivalent to eight credits in category I)
37. August 14-16, 1987: Skin Graft and Flaps in Newport, Rhode Island
38. November 13, 1987: Annual CPR Update for reappointment at Maimonides Hospital
39. March 28-31, 1988: American Educational Institute Malpractice and Practice Management Seminar – Park City, Utah: Equivalent to one credit in Category II
40. May 1-4, 1988: American Association of Plastic Surgeons 67th Annual Meeting – The Breakers, Palm Beach, Florida: (Equivalent to thirteen and one half credits in Category I)
41. March 19-21, 1988: Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital Seminar “Face and Body contouring” – New York, NY Equivalent to one credit in Category I
42. March 9, 1990: Seventh Annual Texas Rhinoplasty Symposium
43. August 25, 1990: Schering Soft Tissue Workshop on Skin Flaps and Grafts
44. September 13 – 16, 1990: 7th Annual Meeting Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
45. October 21 – 25, 1990: Annual Meeting ASPRS/PSEF/ASMS in Boston
46. March, 1991: Annual CPR Update for reappointment at Maimonides Hospital
47. March 18 – 22, 1991: Medical Malpractice/Risk Management and AIDS Update Seminar, American Educational Institute, Vail
48. May 9, 1991: 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, The Aesthetic Society, Long Beach, California
49. February 7, 1992: Annual CPR Update for reappointment at Maimonides Hospital
50. May 29, 1992: Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast Symposium at Manhattan Eye, Ear And Throat Hospital
51. November 20, 1992: Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Aging Face Symposium, Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
52. June 3, 1993: Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast and Body Symposium at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
53. June 3-5, 1993: Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital Symposium Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast and Body – New York, NY
54. September 18, 1993: Annual Scientific Meeting ASPRS/ PSEF/ASMS – New York, New York
55. September 20, 1993: Instructional Course ASPS – New York, New York
56. November 18, 1993: Symposium on Aesthetic and Reconstructive Rhinoplasty at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
57. March 4, 1994: Endoscopic Facial Aesthetic surgery at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
58. May 1, 1994: 73rd Annual AAPS Meeting, at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
59. May 7, 1994: Face Lift Surgery, New York Academy of Medicine, New York, New York
60. June 16, 1994: Infection Control Training Course at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
61. November 17, 1994: Aging Face Symposium and Lab at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
62. February 1, 1995: Plastic Rounds at U.W.O., New York, New York
63. March 24, 1995: Aesthetic Surgery of the Face at the University of California, Los Angeles, CA
64. June 3, 1995: Laser Skin Resurfacing and Hair Transplant at American Academy of Dermatology, New York, New York
65. June 10, 1995: Basic and Advanced CPT and lCD 9 Coding Workshop, ASPRS – New York, New York
66. October 1, 1995: Advances in Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, New York
67. February 10, 1996: Laser Resurfacing Course at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital – New York, New York
68. March 21, 1996: Symposium on Aesthetic Surgery, Mark Hopkins – New York, New York
69. May 5, 1996: Annual Meeting: AAPS – New York, New York
70. October 1, 1996: Advances in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery – Cutting Edge at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
71. January 11, 1997: CPT Coding and Practice Pearls at New York Academy of Medicine – New York, New York
72. January 23, 1997: Medicode: Coders Desk Reference: Medicode
73. May 2, 1997: Annual 1997 Meetings: APSAPS in New York, New York
74. September 6, 1998: Ultra Sound Assisted Lipoplasty Regional Course: Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York
75. February 5-7, 1998: The Thirty-second Annual Baker Gordon Symposium on Cosmetic surgery: Mercy Hospital, Miami, Florida
76. November 9-13, 1998: Advances in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery: The Cutting Edge II Symposium at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
77. November 9, 1998: Annual Meeting of the Medical society of New York at The Medical society of New York
78. July 20, 1999: Botulinum Toxin Type A for Treatment of Facial Rydities: ASAPS in Los Alamitos, California
79. February 21, 2000: Medical-Dental Legal Update: SCIENTIA – Continuing Education
80. March 27, 2000 – April 3, 2000: Medical- Dental Legal Update: SCIENTIA – Continuing Education
81. April 24, 2000: Medical-Dental Legal Update: SCIENTIA – Continuing Education
82. April 4, 2001: Newly Established NYS Clinical Guidelines – Continuing Education
83. May 3, 2001 – May 9, 2001: The Aesthetic Meeting 2001 Mastering shape & Form in Cosmetic surgery — The Next Step
84. May 16, 2001: Aesthetic Lecture Minimal Incision Facial plasty. Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital – Continuing Education
85. June 6, 2001: Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Company’s Voluntary Attending Physician’s Conference
86. November 5, 2001: Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Company’s Voluntary Attending Physician (VAP) Conference
87. October 3, 2002: HIPPA Compliance: Privacy, Security and Electronic Data Issues for the Medical Office – Continuing Education (three hours of Category One Credit)
88. December 14, 2002: NYAM & the NY Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons- Body Contouring Including Post Bariatric Surgery – Continuing Education ( three hours in Category 1 of the Physicians’ Recognition Award of the American Medical Association)
89. April 26, 2003: NYAM Section on Plastic Surgery & the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons- Breast Reconstruction and Breast Augmentation – Continuing Education (3.5 credit hours in Category 1 of the Physician’s Recognition Award of the American Medical Association)
90. December 6, 2003: NYAM Section on Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery & the NY Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons – Reoperative Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (3.0 credit hours in category 1 of Physician’s Recognition Award of the American Medical Association)
91. March 18, 2004: Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Company: Risk Management Course
92. November 12-14, 2004 NYU Stern: Management & Legal Issues Module (ACCME) 18 Hours of Category 1 Credits
93. March 11-13, 2005: Finance & Accounting Module – The Medical Society of the State of New York (ACCME) – Continuing Education (18 hours of Category 1 credit of the Physician’s Recognition Award).
94. May 9 -13, 2005: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Annual Scientific Congress – Perth, Western Australia
95. June 9, 2005: Medical Liability Insurance Company: Risk Management Course
96. June 10-12, 2005 NYU Stern : Marketing and Promotion Module, NY NY (ACCME) –Continuing Eduction (18 hours of Category 1 credit towards AMA/PRA
97. July 15, 2005: Contour Treads Skills Transfer Course – Montclair, New Jersey
98. February 20-24, 2006: The 2005-2006 Medical-Dental-Legal Update 20 hour seminar, Naples, Fl
99. April 8, 2006: The New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons – Current Advances in Bariatric Surgery, New Procedures, Patient Benefits – Continuing Education (Three hours in Category 1 of the Physicians’ Recognition Award).
100. April 20 -26, 2006: The Aesthetic Meeting 2006 – Pursuit of Artistry and Science in Aesthetic Surgery – Orlando, Florida
101. June 11, 2007 Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Company: MLMIC Proactive Risk Management Follow-Up Program II
102. December 7-9, 2007:American Academy of Cosmetic Gynecologists Annual Meeting – Las Vegas, Nevada
103. May 1-6, 2008: 2008 Annual Meeting of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, San Diego, California
104. March 27, 2009: Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Company: MLMIC Proactive Risk Management Follow-Up Program III
105. May 2 -7, 2009: The 2009 Aesthetic Meeting, Las Vegas, Nevada
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS:
- October 19, 1991 Mitnick, J., Vazquez, M.F., Roses, D, Colen, H. Stereotactic Localization for Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy in Patients with Augmentation Prostheses Ann Plastic Surgery 1992;29:31—35 (PAPER)3
- Reprinted from Annals of Plastic Surgery, Volume 8, Number 2, February 1982: Foreheadplasty- A Selective Approach. Hiroshi Washio, MD, Vincent Giampapa, MD Helen, Colen, MD Published by Little, Brown and Company, Boston, MA
IN THE MEDIA:
- September 1985: Duns Business Month/ Life-Style page 72 Vanity in the Executive Suite Motivated largely by career fears, male executives are turning to cosmetic Plastic surgery, hair replacement and even lessons in etiquette By Robert Levy
- September 1986: Beauty Digest: Special Features, page 24 By Beasts Obsessed – We long for “perfect” breasts, but is that possible? By Leslie Epstein
- October 1986: Brooklyn Graphic/Senior Digest, page 6 Plastic Surgery- It’s good for you: “There is basically no risk in plastic surgery for a healthy person, there are all age Groups who are patients of plastic surgeons and often I will accept insurance for reconstructive surgery” — Helen Colen
- November 1986: Weight Watchers Magazine, page 62 Doctor, Make me Beautiful
- March 1987: Beauty Digest, page 79 Under Your Skin – Making scarce work of Scars by Helen Colen
- May 1987: Vanity Fair – Health, page 65 “Plastic surgery can give your body and spirits a needed lift. But at what price?” By Paula Dranov
- 1988: Mademoiselle Magazine
- September 18, 1989: News Week Magazine, page 236 Change Your Looks, Change Your Life By Dr. Helen Colen
- November 11, 1991: New York Magazine: Special Report The Best Doctors in New York, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery By Janice Hopkins Tanne
- May 20, 1996: New York -Special Issue The Best Doctors in New York
- March 1997: Allure Magazine, page 138 A New Bottom Line: Experts say the new ultrasonic liposuction technique removes more fat, and with less pain, But is it safe? By Janice Min
- 1998: Weight Watchers, page 76 “The nineties are about being natural. Ant the face-lift of the nineties is a little softer and more natural.” – Dr. Helen Colen By Rod Davis
- April 1999: Elle Magazine Special Beauty Issue
- October 1999: Vogue Magazine Body Sense by Michelle Stacey
- December 1999: Elle Magazine The Party o the Century Beauty Special
- April 17, 2000: New York Magazine, page 45 CRET: The flawless form you attributed to all those crunches may in fact be the work of a plastic surgeon. More and more fitness pros are turning to liposuction to lose those love handles. And only a fearless few are admitting it to clients. Shocked? Suck it up. By David Colman
- April 30, 2000: New York Post/Sunday Metro Edition Quick-fix lifts help you shape up By Libby Callaway
- May 9, 2000: Family Circle Magazine, page 109 Carrie & Helen Colen Like Mother, Like Daughter
- June 5, 2000: New York Magazine The Best Doctors in New York
- November 2000: Harper’s Bazaar, page 166 Round Table Cutting Remarks By: Christine Shea
- June 4, 2001: New York Magazine The Best Doctors in New York
- 2001: The Best Healthcare for you and your family Top Doctors/ New York Metro Area (Fifth Edition)
- 2001: New York Times When Times get tough, some go for plastic surgery By Ruth La Ferla
- April 30, 2003: New York Observer, New York’s Weekly Newspaper Media & Soceity: The Kindest Cut? Teens and Plastic Surgery By Deirdre Dolan
- December 7-9, 2007: American Academy of Cosmetic Physicians 2nd Annual Meeting: Foundation for the Advancement of Medical Education Jointly Sponsored by: CME
- June 8, 2008: New York Post, Page Six Magazine April 25, 2010: The New York Times Magazine New York Super Doctors, page S-24
RECOGNITIONS:
- 1985-1986: 14th Edition – Marquis Who’s Who of America
- 2001: The Marquis Who’s who in America Fifty Fifth Edition
- 2001 – Present: A Castle Connolly Guide Top Doctors/New York Metro Area
- 2008: New York Super Doctors The Top 5% of New York City Physicians in more than 30 Specialties From the publishers of Key Professional Media Inc
- April 26, 2009: New York Times Magazine New York Super Doctors 2009
- 2010: The Marquis Who’s who in America Volume 1 A-L, 64th Edition
- 2012: Who’s Who in the World Twenty Ninth Edition
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