Dr. Ahn Plastic Surgeon New York, New York

Name: Christina Y. Ahn, MD
Last name: Ahn
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1991
Years experience: 32
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: NYU Breast Reconstructive Center
Address: 530 E. 72nd St.
Address suite: Ground Level
Phone: +1 212-717-8860
City: New York
State: New York
Zip Code: 10021
Country: US
Consulting Fees: -1$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges: 
  • Procedures done in office.
Education: 
  • Medical: MD, New York University
Postdoc Training: 
  • Internship: General Surgery, Mount Sinai Medical Center, 1988
  • Residency: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, 1988
  • Fellowships:
  • Microvascular Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, 1991
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 1990
Member of: 
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Christina Y. Ahn, MD

Board Certification: 
Christina Yunkyung Ahn (ABMSUID – 4922900)
Viewed: 4/23/200902:22:16 AM CST

Day of birth: 06/20/1958

Status: Alive

Certification:
American Board of Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery – General
Status: Certified

Active Lifetime Initial Certification 11/11/1994 –

Education: 1983 MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Location: 150 E 77th St # 38C
0New York, NY 10021-1922 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 40.7657736,-73.9519246

Primary location: 
Location name: New York
State: NY
Country: US
Map point: 40.7561,-73.98699951
Treatments: 
  • Arm Lift
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction
  • Butt Lift
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Collagen Injection
  • Dermabrasion
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Genioplasty
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Hair Transplant
  • Liposuction
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Permanent Makeup
  • Retin-A
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Tattoo Removal
  • Thigh Lift
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision

RealSelf Info

Rating: 5.0
Profile views: 10631
Answer count: 40
Review count: 15
5 star count: 9
Total star count: 9
Star rating: 3.7413554604784
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Nov 11, 2008
Profile modified: Apr 28, 2021
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Aug 3, 2015
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • New York, NY, US. GPS coordinates: 40.7561,-73.98699951

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Breast Implant Removal (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Fat Transfer (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implant Removal (Sep 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (May 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Reconstruction with Fat Transfer (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Fat Transfer (Mar 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implant Removal (May 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (May 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (May 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Removal (Sep 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Breast Implant Removal Prices

  • $12000 – Sep 2023 – New York, NY
  • $1 – Apr 11, 2021
  • $1 – Apr 11, 2021
  • $1 – Apr 11, 2021
  • $1 – Apr 11, 2021
  • $13300 – Mar 12, 2014 – New York, NY
  • $12000 – May 2021 – New York, NY
  • $12000 – May 2016 – New York, NY
  • $17000 – Mar 4, 2016 – Rutherford, NJ
  • $17000 – Dec 18, 2015 – New York, NY
  • $17000 – Dec 18, 2015 – New York, NY
  • $17000 – Mar 19, 2015 – New York, NY

Breast Fat Transfer Prices

  • $13000 – Feb 12, 2015 – New York, NY

Other Prices

  • $12000 – Jun 2012 – New York, NY
  • $12000 – May 2012 – New York, NY

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Saggy breasts and large nipples. Would I benefit from a breast lift only?
Short scar Breast lift ; post implant removal
Mar 13, 2022
Thank you for your detailed Question and Excellent photos ! Yes, you are a candidate for short scar breast lift procedure without Implants or Fat grafting which would achieve the same breast size (volume).Limited “short scar “ incision (“Lollipop”technique) achieves optimal result to meet your desire of short scar while achieving maximal lifting and beautiful shape, improves skin laxity quality and reduce Nipple areola complex size as you desire.We empathize with your current thought…
Fat graft, lift or both?
Fat graft augmentation with short scar lift option
Mar 13, 2022
Thank you for your detailed Question and Excellent photos !For your desire and goals, you are a great candidate for autologous (your own body fat) Fat Grafting which is a natural breast Augmentation.In our practice, you would be considered an excellent candidate for fat graftaugmentation/correction without implants (with / or without “limited short scar” ) if you desire, Short scar lift can be done to achieve maximal lifting and beautiful shape. (“Balanced, perky and full in propo…
Breast reduction BEFORE weight loss (50 lbs.)? Could I do a reduction now for relief, and then do
Optimal Pre-op Weight: BMI Before Breast reduction
Nov 14, 2021
Thank you for your question! Most ideally, The best aesthetic outcome would certainly be obtained following the weight loss you described and possibly more to obtain optimal BMI (body mass index) that your surgeon recommends.High BMI (Body mass index ratio between your weight and height) is associated with higher risks related to both anesthesia and surgical healing. Optimal BMI is critical to achieve safe and aesthetic result. After you achieve optimal BMI through healthy…
Can you help interpret results of my post tummy tuck CT Scan?
Upper abdominal pain Post tummy tuck ; CT scan result
Nov 14, 2021
Thank you for your question. It appears that Your surgeon’s physical exam may have wanted him rule out possible umbilical hernia with CT scan. A board certified Radiologist who specialize in Body imaging is most knowledgeable to render the definitive diagnosis ;descriptions of an umbilical hernia which may reveal a “small defect in fascia” with or without abdominal fat or bowel content. Radiologist who read the CT scan may be able to render additional “addendum” to address Your surgeon’s…
Significant Breast ptosis – am I a good candidate for a Lift?
Yes ! Ideal candidate for breast Lift
Nov 13, 2021
Thank you for your detailed Question and Excellent photos !Yes, you are an ideal candidate for breast lift procedure without Implants!Limited “short scar “ incision (“Lollipop”technique) achieves optimal result to meet your desire of short scar while achieving maximal lifting and beautiful shape. You would be the same Bra size as before ( c-cup). Your healthy BMI and good chest muscular tone is helpful for optimal healing. If you desire additional volume, you are also a great candida…
Free nipple graft for third reduction surgery?
Revisional breast reduction
Sep 30, 2020
For your potential revisional breast reduction surgery, a board certified plastic reconstructive surgeon who specializes in breast reconstruction surgery may be able to preserve your native nipple and areola complex. Reviewing your previous operative reports and breast examination would help the surgeon determine the blood circulation to promote maximum chance of preserving your native nipple areola with optimal healing. Free nipple graft is an alternative option only if the blood…
Areola reduction, scar revision, fat transfer. Would I be a good candidate?
You’re a wonderful candidate for autologous fat grafting transfer
Sep 30, 2020
You would be a great candiate for fat grafting for volume. You will also benefit from autologous fat grafting to the base of the nipple areola. Since the nipple is pointing downward, it will help restore to its original position and with a rejuvenated youthful look. All procedures can be done simultaneously under light IV sedation. Of course, you should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who has an interest and specializes in this area.
How soon after a breast reduction (38H+ to 38c) is necrosis likely to occur if at all?
Nipple Necrosis is due to decreased blood circulation and can result following breast reduction
Mar 19, 2018
If this occurs, it can happen as early as during the surgery with signs of decreased blood circulation which may excaberate over the next 24-48 hours. Monitoring and observing for the early signs of decreased blood circulation can minimize wound healing problems and decreasing necrosis rate. Nipple and other tissue necrosis usually shows worsening over the next 7-14 days. Please consult with a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in your area.
Tummy tuck with lipo or without lipo to hips? What are your thoughts?
Liposculpting can be a part of a tummy tuck for most optimal and aesthetic result
Mar 19, 2018
Liposculpting can definitely a additional component during most tummy tucks except in a very lean patient. Flanks and sides of the abdomen liposculpting done judiciously would allow most optimal and aesthetic result. In our practice we recommend that a patient be at the optimal and most realistic BMI and at a weight that will be easily maintained. This is to help you achieve the most optimal aesthetic outcome and this will also mitigate any wound healing issues. Contact a…
Should I have the umbilical hernia fixed prior to a tummy tuck with a general surgeon or afterward
Umbilical Hernia can be repaired at the same as Abdominoplasty
Mar 19, 2018
Most ideally the Hernia Repair can be done in conjunction with an Abdominoplasty. Many Plastic Surgeons routinely do this combination. This approach will allow better visualization and exposure of the umbilical hernia during the abdominoplasty allowing hernia repair at the same time as the abdominoplasty. Please consult with a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in your area.
How safe is a tummy tuck, full back and stomach lipo and breast lift done at once?
Simultaneous Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck
Feb 14, 2018
It is safe to do breast surgery and abdominal surgery simultaneously. Your BMI should be in an acceptable range for safe and optimal surgical healing and outcomes. Many Board Certified Plastic Surgeons offer these procedures and often refer to the combination as “mommy makeover.” Please seek a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area.
Had saline BA in 1999 and was never happy with the end result. Can I get my breasts to look like t
19-year old Saline Implants
Jan 31, 2018
It is difficult to accurately assess your current situation without examination. You appear to have a significant deformity on the right side. There is upward displacement of the implant with mal-position of the nipple/areola, most probably related to capsular contracture or rupture. You are a good candidate for implant exchange or autologous fat grafting. You should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate these changes and explore options to effect the result in your…
My implants are 27.5 years old. Should they be removed?
Breast Implant Removal
Jan 11, 2018
If your implants are Saline and there are no symptoms, your routine yearly exams should be sufficient. If your implants are Silicone, an MRI would be helpful to evaluate the integrity of these older implants. Of course if you experience any symptoms such as scar contracture, displacement or distortion you should be evaluated by your plastic surgeon.
What do I do about my breast reduction being denied when I so clearly need it?
Breast Reduction and Insurance Denial
Dec 20, 2017
Some insurance companies have contractual parameters that deny any non-cancer related breast reduction surgery regardless of medical eligibility. Find out first if this is the case, then re-appeal with more supportive documentation. If denied, wait for open enrollment and choose a plan with better coverage.
Breast Reduction or Lift before children/ weight fluctuation?
Timing of Breast Reduction/Lift
Dec 20, 2017
In our practice we recommend that a patient be at their optimal and most realistic BMI, and at a weight that will be easily maintained. This is to help you achieve the most optimal aesthetic outcome and this will also mitigate any wound healing issues. Contact a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area specializing in Breast Surgery.

Latest Before And After Photos

Last updated on 11/26/2023