The Plastic Surgery Center
The Plastic Surgery Center is comprised of leading surgeons who excel at cutting edge cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.
Dedicated to personalized care in a comfortable setting, the doctors utilize the most advanced equipment and technology to provide safe, natural results.
Highly skilled in innovative surgical techniques offered at few facilities worldwide, the surgeons have appeared on prominent broadcast including CNN, Good Morning America, ABC News, The Discovery Channel and Oprah.
Matthew Kaufman, MD, FACS
Dr. Matthew R. Kaufman, M.D. is a Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery & the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of The Rhinoplasty Society. Dr. Kaufman is co-Director of the Center for Treatment of Paralysis and Reconstructive Nerve Surgery at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the David Geffen UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, California and an assistant professor in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Seton Hall-Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
- Received his undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Binghamton where he graduated with Honors and was named to the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa Society
- Attended medical school at the State University of New York at Syracuse, graduating in the top 5% of his medical school class
- Embarked on his surgical training at one of the nation’s top training programs for Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at The Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan. While there, he trained with world famous surgeons dedicated to complex Head and Neck Reconstruction and Facial Plastic Surgery
- Continued his training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the prestigious UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. While in Los Angeles, he learned the most advanced and innovative plastic surgery techniques from leaders and innovators practicing in the epicenter of the cosmetic surgery world
- Dr. Kaufman has the rather rare distinction of achieving board certification in both Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery
- Dr. Kaufman has been featured in Cosmetic Surgery Times for his tissue engineering research and has been a medical consultant for “Untold Stories of the ER”, a syndicated series on The Learning Channel. Other media appearances include PBS (NJTV), WCTC (The Voice of Central New Jersey), SIRIUS Doctor Radio, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Discovery Health, CBS News, Radio Pacifica, and Eyewitness News
- Dr. Kaufman has published more than 40 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in the surgical literature and has lectured at more than 60 national and international surgical meetings. He is a co-editor of the textbook, “Rehabilitative Surgery: A Comprehensive Text for an Emerging Field.” Dr. Kaufman is a lead author of “Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery for Darker Skin Types,” the first textbook dedicated to cosmetic surgery in darker racial ethnic groups, in which he also has chapters on Ethnic Rhinoplasty and Breast Surgery
- Dr. Kaufman is the founder and co-director of Axon Advance Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization developed in 2013 to improve the lives of people with spinal cord injury through clinical research, access to innovative surgical procedures, and community outreach
Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS
Dr. Andrew Elkwood is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons as well as the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
- Dr. Elkwood is a graduate of the prestigious six-year combined B.S./M.D. program at Union College, Schenectady, New York, and the Albany Medical College of Union University, Albany, New York
- He completed his general surgery residency at New York University and Bellevue Hospital, and simultaneously received a graduate degree in finance and economics from Columbia University
- Dr. Elkwood continued training at the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery at the New York University Medical Center/Bellevue Hospital/Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, which ran the world’s busiest cosmetic surgery service
- Dr. Elkwood is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery
- Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons as well as the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Michael Rose, MD, FACS
Dr. Michael Rose, Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, is an expert in reconstruction following cancer surgery or deforming accidents. Dr. Rose is particularly skilled in complex nerve decompression surgery for people suffering from all forms of neuropathy, and is one of only a handful of plastic surgeons specifically trained in this technique
- Dr. Rose received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine
- Completed a five-year general surgery residency at New York University Medical Center and Bellevue Hospital, where he was selected as executive chief resident and won the award for Best Surgical Educator for that year
- During his residency, he did a one-year fellowship in the plastic surgery laboratories at New York University Medical Center
- Dr. Rose completed his training with a plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia
- Dr. Rose is double board certified in plastic surgery and general surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, respectively
Tushar Patel, MD, FACS
Dr. Patel is double board certified in plastic surgery and general surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery and he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Dr. Patel received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University, graduating with honors
- Earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, from which he graduated in the top of his class
- Dr. Patel then completed training and became board certified in general surgery at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, earning the award for academic excellence during his surgical training
- Completed a one-year fellowship in the National Institutes of Health-funded laboratories in the Department of Surgical Sciences at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
- Dr. Patel continued his training in the University of Texas-Health Science Center’s plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship program at the world-renowned Texas Medical Center in Houston
- Trained at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center at University of Texas where he learned some of the most advanced and pioneering techniques in breast cancer reconstruction
- He is double board certified in plastic surgery and general surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery
Russell Ashinoff, MD, FACS
Dr. Ashinoff is double board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and The American Board of Surgery, and he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Dr. Ashinoff earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science at the University at Albany, graduating with honors and receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Research
- Earned his medical degree at the SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY
- Continued his training in General Surgery at the renowned New York University and Bellevue Hospital program in Manhattan
- While there, he spent an additional year conducting research in the Laboratory for Microvascular Research and Vascular Tissue Engineering
- His work was featured at several national and international meetings, and was published in numerous medical journals
- Dr. Ashinoff was then invited to train as a Fellow in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Emory University in Atlanta
- While there, he worked alongside pioneers in the field of plastic surgery, learning the most innovative and advanced techniques in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery
- During this time, he also published scientific articles on Eyelid Rejuvenation and Breast Reconstruction, as well as authoring a book chapter on the treatment of pediatric craniofacial trauma
- Dr. Ashinoff is Double Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and The American Board of Surgery
Adam Saad, MD, FACS
Dr. Saad has used some of the world’s most advanced computerized techniques to aid in complex microsurgical reconstruction. Dr. Saad presented his research on virtual surgical planning the Louisiana Society of Plastic Surgeons where he won the award for best research presentation.
- Louisiana State University – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Dr. Adam Saad is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery.
Deborah Yu, MD
Dr. Deborah Yu has a particular interest in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including injectables, microneedling, and laser treatments. When it comes to injectables, she stresses the importance of understanding an individual patient’s aesthetic goals to create personalized treatment plans. With precise and expert technique, the use of non-surgical treatments can enhance natural features and reverse signs of aging with little to no downtime.
Hamid Abdollahi, MD, FACS
Dr. Hamid Abdollahi is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
His area of expertise includes aesthetic procedures of the face and body He is well versed in the latest cosmetic techniques including facelift surgery, rhinoplasty as well breast and body contouring.
Eric Wimmers, MD, FACS
Dr. Eric Wimmers is board certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has unique expertise in microsurgery and immunology. Years of work in transplantation combined with three years of reconstructive training at world-renowned Johns Hopkins University have made him an expert in microsurgery.
Kari L. Colen, MD, FACS
Dr. Colen’s cosmetic interests aim at using more non-invasive techniques to give similar results with less scarring such as the short-scar breast reduction, vaginal aesthetics, and revision breast surgery. She has a strong interest in women’s health as it pertains to plastic surgery and especially breast reconstruction and secondary cosmetic breast procedures.
Eric Chang, MD, FACS
Dr. Eric I. Chang is a world-renowned plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery and reconstructive microsurgery, particularly for patients undergoing treatment for cancer. He is double board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery.
Zuhaib Ibrahim, MD, FACS
Dr. Zuhaib Ibrahim is board certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is also the director of the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Hunterdon Medical Center. Dr. Ibrahim has extensive training in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery with a special interest in breast reconstruction and peripheral nerve surgery. His philosophy centers on providing the highest quality personalized care in a warm and professional environment.
Ajul Shah, MD, FACS
Dr. Ajul Shah is board certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with a Sub-specialty Board Certification in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. He has advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery and microsurgery, as well as extensive training at institutions such as Yale University and New York University. Dr. Shah offers thoughtful solutions to complex surgical problems. His compassionate nature provides patients with a sense of safety and comfort during challenging times in their lives.
Hakan Usal, MD
Dr. Hakan Usal is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a skilled microsurgeon, dedicated to offering his patients innovative breast reconstruction procedures following breast cancer. In addition to his expertise in breast reconstruction, Dr. Usal specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face and body.
David Rayfield, MD
Dr. David Rayfield is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. He specializes in cosmetic breast surgery, facial skin cancer removal and reconstruction, and a full spectrum of cosmetic surgery procedures.
Sean Herman, MD, FACS
Dr. Sean Herman is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. He specializes in cleft and craniofacial surgery. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of adult and pediatric cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as gender-affirming care. He enjoys working with patients from birth throughout adulthood, optimizing their treatment in a collaborative, comprehensive, and compassionate manner.
The Plastic Surgery Center is comprised of leading surgeons who excel at cutting edge cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.
Dedicated to personalized care in a comfortable setting, the doctors utilize the most advanced equipment and technology to provide safe, natural results.
Highly skilled in innovative surgical techniques offered at few facilities worldwide, the surgeons have appeared on prominent broadcast includingCNN, Good Morning America, ABC News, The Discovery Channel and Oprah.
Our services include but are not limited to the following:
- Augmentation
- Reduction
- Reconstruction
- Lift
- Correction
- Nose
- Face Lifts
- Brow Lifts
- Eyelid
- Fillers
- Neck Lifts
- Tummy Tuck
- Liposuction
- Body Lift
- Upper Arm Lift
- Thigh Lift
- Post-Bariatric
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Just wanted to take a moment to thank you for taking such great care of me; not just the surgery, but afterwards also. I am very fortunate that you were available on such short notice. I was really frightened the second time around, but am lucky I had two Top Docs.
May you have continued success and remain patient and caring.
P.S. My hairdresser told me to tell you: ‘Best scar ever!’
When I first met you there was an easiness about you that made me finally exhale all that fear. I had been so afraid of what was to come but from that very first meeting, I knew you would take care of me like I was your own. I knew you would do everything in your power to give me back some of what the cancer would take.
I wanted to somehow find a way to say “thank you” for the integral part you have played in my life this past year. I decided the best way I could say thank you, was to simply say it.
Working in healthcare myself, I realize how much mundane and “everyday” the plights of others can become. On a daily basi,s we treat people who are going through some of the most difficult times in their lives and since it is so commonplace for us, it would be easy to make these patients feel as though we don’t care. Neither you, nor your staff, especially Karen and Nicole, ever made me feel that way. Your attention to my needs was and continues to be “dead on”.
I couldn’t have chosen a better surgeon.
After having three bilateral Phyllodes Tumors removed from my breasts, I experienced a random growth spurt over the course of a year. No physician could diagnose the cause as I had grown to be a G cup. I was self-conscious and uncomfortable to say the least.
Dr. Kaufman had been highly recommended to me and after speaking with him and his staff, I knew I was in great hands. Dr. Kaufman performed a breast reduction and a lift; the results are amazing!
Dr. Kaufman is an incredible surgeon and I have, and will continue to, highly recommend him to everyone.
After losing 130 pounds I decided that it was time for me to let the large amount of skin left in my belly to catch up with the rest of my body; I decided to look into having a tummy tuck. I had looked into it before, but chickened out. This time I was determined to go through with it.