Mohs Reconstruction Surgery
The reconstruction of facial defects resulting from Mohs surgery for cancer removal requires experienced surgical planning and execution to achieve the most natural and least noticeable outcome. Dr. Imber has performed hundreds of these delicate facial reconstructions.
Dr. Imber is an internationally renowned plastic surgeon and has performed over 25,000 surgical procedures. He performs a full range of cosmetic surgery procedures in his New York City practice, popularized the S-LIFT, and developed the Limited Incision Facelift Technique. He has dedicated his career to helping his patients look as good as they feel, and always strives for the most natural results.
Understanding Mohs Reconstruction Surgery
For many years, Dr. Imber has sub-specialized in Mohs reconstruction in order to make the defect as nearly invisible as possible. Having performed hundreds of these difficult procedures, Dr. Imber is both realistic and optimistic. Experience and ingenuity have allowed him to accurately predict the outcome based on the size of the Mohs defect and its location on the face.
Generally, the reconstruction is scheduled for the morning following the Mohs procedure, to allow for proper planning and consultation with the Mohs surgeon.
MOHS RECONSTRUCTION CANDIDATES AND GOALS
Once Mohs chemosurgery is performed by a dermatologist to fully remove skin cancers, usually on the face and nose, a significant defect usually results, which is then reconstructed by a plastic surgeon. Dr. Imber aims to remodel the area so it is least noticeable as possible. Dr. Imber will review the entire surgical process.
What to expect and recovery
Reconstructive surgery happens the morning following your Mohs procedure. Once you arrive at Dr. Imber’s office, he will assess the defect to determine the surgical process. Dr. Imber and his nurses will review all surgical and recovery details with you and are available to answer any questions you may have.
Words From Dr Imber!
“This is a complicated art. For years, one of our contributions to the community is reconstructing difficult Mohs surgical resections, and it is important to choose your Mohs surgeon and reconstructive surgeon properly.”
– Gerald Imber, M.D.
We Offer Concierge Services
We want to make sure you are comfortable every step of the way, from managing your stay in New York City if you are out-of-town to post-surgical care and more.
Our concierge services include but are not limited to:
- Accommodation Coordination with the finest New York City Hotels
- Medical Photography
- Medical Clearance
- Private Duty Nurses and Escorts Post-Surgery
- Transportation Post-Surgery
- Pre- and Post-Operative Care
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Dr. Gerald Imber
Dr. Gerald Imber is a board-certified, world-renowned plastic surgeon and strives to provide his patients the most natural results with the least invasive surgical techniques. He is recognized by US News and World Report and Castle Connolly as among the top 1% of plastic surgeons in the United States, on the staff of the Weill Cornell Medical Center, and directs his private surgical practice in New York City.
Dr. Imber has among the largest experience in facial rejuvenation and the prevention of facial aging. He has pioneered many less invasive surgical procedures that are now considered the gold standard among plastic surgeons, such as microsuction, a modified form of liposuction, to remove early jowls and tighten jawline, the extensive use of rejuvenating fat transfers, and the Limited Incision Facelift Technique, or Short Scar Facelift, a modern, less invasive facelift technique.
Dr. Imber performs a full range of cosmetic procedures, surgical and non-invasive, at his Manhattan office, including facial, body, breast and nasal surgery, as well as facial reconstruction following Mohs micrographic surgery.