Plastic Surgery
Enhance Confidence. Restore Function. Redefine What’s Possible.
UHS plastic surgeons offer a comprehensive range of procedures tailored to each patient’s unique needs. We’re committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and personalized care in a supportive and confidential environment, whether the goal is to enhance appearance, restore function, or improve quality of life.
Whether you need services following an accident or other surgery, have functional needs such as correction of drooping eyelids, reconstruction after breast cancer or are interested in a self-pay cosmetic surgery procedure, large or small, UHS has you covered.
Services Offered
UHS offers a full range of plastic surgery procedures for patients from birth and up. Our plastic surgery team is based at UHS Binghamton General Hospital, where most surgeries and post-operative care take place.
When you decide you’re ready, we can see you quickly. Your consultation will be scheduled promptly, and if surgery is needed, it will be arranged based on your diagnosis and insurance authorization requirements.
Special Focus Areas
UHS is the area’s sole provider of a variety of services, including:
- Facial Feminization Surgery
- Genioplasty (Chin Reshaping)
- Lip Lift
- Buccal Fat Removal
UHS is also the only provider in the area offering physician-performed procedures, such as:
- Fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing
- Injectables
Plastic Surgery Procedures at UHS
Face and Neck
- Blepharoplasty, Upper and Lower
- Botox
- Browpexy (Lift)
- Buccal (Cheek) Fat Removal
- Rhinoplasty
- Endoscopic Brow Lift
- Facelift
- Facial Fat Grafting
- Facial Feminization Surgery
- Facial Implants
- Facial Trauma Reconstruction
- Genioplasty (Chin Reshaping)
- Instalift
- Fillers- Juvederm
- Lip Lift
- Necklift
- Otoplasty (Ear Pinning)
- Post-Cancer Reconstruction
- Reconstruction Of Congenital Abnormalities
- Septorhinoplasty
- CO2 Laser Facial Skin Resurfacing
Chest
- Breast Augmentation with Implants
- Breast Augmentation via Fat Transfer
- Breast Implant Removal
- Breast Implant Replacement
- Breast Reconstruction after Cancer
- Breast Reduction
- Gender-Affirming Top Surgery
- Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction)
- Mastopexy (Breast Lift)
Abdomen
- Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
- Body Contouring After Weight Loss
- Body Lift
- Liposuction of Abdomen
- Mommy Makeover
- Panniculectomy
Legs
- Thighplasty (Thigh lift)
- Liposuction of Thighs
Arms
- Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
- Liposuction of Arms
Hands
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Cyst Removal, Wrist and Hand
- Dequervain's Tendonitis
- Dupuytren's Contracture Release
- Guyon's Canal Syndrome
- Removal of Extra Digits (Fingers)
- Trigger Finger Release
Genitals
- Aesthetic Genital Plastic Surgery
Skin
- Benign Lesion Removal
- Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing
- Skin Cancer Removal and Reconstruction
- Skin Removal Post Weight Loss
Scar Revision
- Keloids
- Surgical Scars
- Torn Earlobe/Gauge Repair
Hair
- Gentlelase Laser Hair Removal
Gender-Affirming Surgery
- Brow Bone Reduction
- Brow Lift
- Cheek Augmentation
- Facial Fat Transfer
- Facial Feminization Surgery for trans female patients
- Frontal Bone Setback
- Genioplasty (Chin Reshaping)
- Hairline Advancement
- Lip Lift
- Mandible Angle Reduction
- Rhinoplasty
- Tracheal Shave
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where does UHS offer plastic surgery consultations and follow-up appointments?
- All appointments will take place in our office at UHS Binghamton General Hospital or UHS Dermatology Vestal.
Where does UHS offer plastic surgery procedures?
- Your procedure, whether in the office under local anesthesia or in the operating room, will most commonly be scheduled at UHS Binghamton General Hospital. Upon request, surgeries may also be performed by B. Peter Fedczuk, MD at UHS Dermatology Vestal.
How will I know if my procedure will be covered by insurance?
- Once you see one of our providers they will determine medical necessity and work with their team on an insurance authorization, if applicable. For example, if you have had major weight loss, then your skin removal abdominal surgery may be covered by insurance.
Can I finance my cosmetic procedure or must I pay in full up front?
- Payment is due in full prior to date of service. We do offer Curae as a payment financing solution.
Does UHS offer gender-affirming surgery?
- Yes. UHS is the area’s only provider offering facial feminization surgery for transgender patients. We also offer top surgery for male to female and female to male patients.
Do I need to quit any nicotine products prior to my cosmetic consultation and surgery?
- Yes. Our providers require patient’s be three months nicotine free prior to a cosmetic consultation and they must remain nicotine free until healed from surgery.
UHS News
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The UHS Feed the Need Giving Garden is up and runningMay 15, 2026What began as an idea grounded in compassion is now firmly planted at the UHS Wilson Medical Center campus. Behind 41 Arch Street, the UHS Feed the Need Giving Garden has officially become a reality—an exciting new chapter in UHS’ commitment to addressing food insecurity in our community.
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UHS nurses recognized at 41st annual Nurses Day breakfastMay 13, 2026The Professional Nurses Association of South Central New York (PNASCNY) held its 41st annual Nurses Day Breakfast in Binghamton on Thursday, May 7. At the event, UHS registered nurses Jennifer Plohetski, Annie DePugh, and Kim Durkee were honored for their dedication to the profession and received special recognition by the association.
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The 2026 DAISY Team Award goes to the Memorial 3 teamMay 13, 2026UHS has expanded the DAISY Award Program to include an annual team award, bestowed every year during National Nurses Week. This year, the DAISY Team Award was awarded to the Memorial 3 team at UHS Binghamton General Hospital!
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Team UHS supports Mental Health Awareness at elementary school fairMay 11, 2026UHS hosted a Mental Health Fair at Benjamin Franklin Elementary School in Binghamton on Thursday, May 7, in recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month.
