Bernard Shuster Plastic Surgeon M.D., F.A.C.S

Dr. Shuster is top in his field
He has golden hands!
I had my arms and thighs done 3 weeks ago and feel good and look great
He takes care of you as if you were his own!
What more could you ask for!?
You can't!
He is number one! The best!

Two years ago I had RNY-GBP which completely changed my health and my life. This January (2011) I had the final phase of my post weight loss reconstruction surgery. Dr. Bernard Shuster performed all three of my procedures. After the first, I would not have allowed another doctor to perform any surgery on me. It should be noted that I traveled over 10 hours to be under his care. I had the best possible care from the first consultation to the final check up. I can not adequately describe how it feels to finally have my new body fit. The consistency that I feel is almost indescribable. I am healthy, I feel healthy and now I look healthy. After a lifetime of struggling with my weight, this is truly a second chance that I will be forever grateful to both Dr. Shuster and his staff. Through the process, I almost lost track of my goals, but Dr. Shuster, Kathy and Beverly kept me focused and on track. The depth of satisfaction that has been added to my life is awesome. Thank you! You are changing lives everyday....one person at a time.

My experience with Dr. Shuster has been and continues to be amazing. I researched several surgeons and selected Dr. Shuster. Throughout the entire process he has demonstrated to me that I made the right decision through his enthusiasm, professionalism, support and his incredible skills and talent. I was very nervous and he walked me through every step of the way. I had a complete lower body lift and am still amazed at the lack of pain that has been associated with the surgery and the recovery process. I am also impressed with the beauty of his work. Even the day after surgery it looked fantastic. Everything he said was going to happen has happened throughout the weeks of recovery. He is without a doubt an expert in this field and I highly recommend him to anyone and would absolutely return to him for any additional procedures that I chose to do.

I am a 42 year old women who has been heavy my whole life. I assumed that I would forever live in the body that I had distorted. I was lucky enough to have my first RNY and was successful in losing about 120lbs. I then wondered if I would ever begin to feel normal. All the damage I had caused my body was a constant reminder of the former me. I was so fortunate to find Dr. Shuster and his staff. I had brachioplasty and upper thigh liposuction about 8 weeks ago and am thrilled with the results. The whole staff have always been there to listen to me and guide me through the whole procedure,even when I doubted my self. I highly recommend Dr. Shuster, he is a kind, considerate and highly skilled individual. I can only hope that the procedures that I received are just the beginning of my total transformation.
Thank you all.

Six weeks ago, I underwent a lower body lift with buttock augmentation and am absolutely thrilled with the results! Dr. Shuster is not only a superbly skilled surgeon, but is in fact a gifted artist.
I live outside the US and knew that I would be travelling for my plastic surgery. Having access to professionals in the US, UK and Latin America, the choices are varied and I conducted extensive research before settling on a short list of plastic surgeons. In no time at all, it became clear to me that Dr. Shuster was THE only plastic surgeon for me.
Unlike many doctors who do not have experience with bariatric patients, Dr. Shuster is well-versed with the physical and mental hurdles that we have to endure. His demeanor is indescribable. I can only say that you will feel his sincere concern for your well-being. From my initial telephone consultation with Dr. Shuster, to my initial visit, I was completely struck by the fact that Dr. Shuster’s primary concern is the very best result for his patients.
Beverly, Lisa, Deann and Kathy were always available to answer questions and assist however necessary. On more than one occasion, I emailed or telephoned with small questions that may have been insignificant but they were always pleasant and helpful. That went a long way toward making me comfortable – before and after my procedure.
In summary, the best review information that I can really share is that I will be undergoing additional procedures and I will go straight to Dr. Shuster and his team!

Dr. Shuster and his staff are very caring and personable. Dr S quickly put me at ease during my post op visits and answered all my questions thoroughly and post op has been extremely conscience about my recovery. My "new" lower body looks great and I would most certainly go to him for any other cosmetic surgery.

I found Dr. Shuster to be extremely polite, caring, and most importantly to me was his concerns during and after surgery. It's hard to find doctors that actually care about their patients now a days as Dr. Shuster has shown. I have nothing but wonderful things to say since I received excellent care from him and his staff.

I am 32 yrs old had RNY in 2005, and have had 3 kids. I had breast implants & a lift on Nov 6, 2008. Also on Dec 22, 2008 Dr. Shuster perfomed the lower body lift along with another procedure which I am not too familiar with the medical terminology but he did wonders to my buttocks (thanks Doc..love my new behind)...during my stay at the hospital the care was amazing. Dr. Shuster's wife even sent me "home made chicken soup"...When do you ever see that, now a days?...Never...My husband and I are so grateful to his care and attention. I am thinking of a future procedure to my inner thigh and I wouldn't think about it twice with him...no questions asked. He is my surgeon of choice. I highly recommend him to all my friends when they ask me about my surgeon. I did my research on the web, visited a few surgeons before I made my decision. He was the last surgeon I met with and once I met with him I had no doubts he was my doctor. (Save the best for last as they say). I scheduled my surgeries the very first day I met him, both my surgeries.

He has a wonderful staff as well always very polite, and helpful, what more can you ask for from a Plastic Sugereon...

LOWER BODY LIFT ON OCTOBER 7, 2008

I am 29 years old and had lap band surgery in June of 2006. Since then I have lost over 130 lbs. As a young single woman, I was ecstatic with my weight loss but very self conscious of my excess skin. I started considering plastic surgery when I was approximately 30 lbs from my goal weight. Initially, I researched plastic surgeons in my area that were experienced with bariatic patients and came across Dr. Shuster’s name. I then consulted my bariatic surgeon’s office, US Bariatic (Dr. Marema), and was told that they only recommend one plastic surgeon – Dr. Shuster. After reading all of his excellent reviews on Obesity Help AND getting a referral from my bariatric surgeon, I was ready to schedule a consultation with Dr. Shuster.

Needless to say, I was extremely nervous for my consultation; however, Dr. Shuster alleviated all my fears. He was honest and professional in his opinions and took his time to answer all my questions.

I liked Dr. Shuster immediately but felt that I would not have been thorough in my research if I did not consult with at least one other surgeon. Within the first 15 minutes of my consultation with the other surgeon there was no doubt in my mind that Dr. Shuster was the way to go! Unlike the other surgeon, I did not feel that Dr. Shuster was “telling me what I wanted to hear.” I felt (and still do feel) that Dr. Shuster considers his work to be an art form and will not compromise his work for an easy sale.

I scheduled my lower body lift for October 7, 2008 at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach. The surgery went well with no complications. I woke up to very little pain and a whole new body! During my two day stay at Mt. Sinai, I received wonderful care from smiling faces. The staff was more than accommodating. I would recommend the Mt. Sinai 8th floor to anybody!

As I sit here, a week out of surgery, I am ecstatic with the results and care that I have received from Dr. Shuster and his wonderful staff. I have such little pain and discomfort that if the weren’t for my fabulous new body, I wouldn’t believe I just had major surgery!

I highly recommend Dr. Shuster!

Picking a Surgeon -- I was first made aware of Dr. Shuster's practice during a seminar following my gastric bypass surgery a little over four years ago. At the time, I did not think I would be wanting to have surgery...until a 108 lb. loss made me more uncomforable with my naked body than I had been before losing the weight. The photos and information he handed out stayed with me, and when I decided it was time to find a plactic surgeon, he was the first I contacted. I am a thorough person, and I interviewed two other surgeons in addition to seeing the results of a third. I found I kept comparing my first impression with Dr. Shuster and his office with all the others. In the end, Dr. Shuster's credientials, experience (especially with gastric bypass patients), and the sincerety I felt during my consult with him made me choose him hands down. The Consultation -- During the consultation, Dr. Shuster examined me and suggested that a tummy tuck and a breast lift was what I needed for the results I was looking for. I trusted him. I feel that the other surgeons I saw would just go down the list of what they could do and not consider what I was actually asking for. He answered my questions and I didn't feel like he was telling me "what I wanted to hear". I left the examing room with much less anxiety than when I had gotten there. Paryse and the rest of Dr. Shuster's staff are super. I felt so comfortable during each of my visits. The Surgery -- As my surgery date approached, Dr. Shuster's office was in constant contact with me. They made sure I had everything I needed and that everything was in order for a smooth procedure. At the surgery center, I met with Ted, the anesthesiologist. Another wonderful personality that put any anxieties I was having to rest. Dr. Shuster took his time making the reference marks for the surgery and again I felt completely comfortable. The Recovery -- For those of you who have had children and given birth via c-section, that is pretty much what I am feeling like. My abdomen is tight and sore as if I'm recovering from a c-section, and my breasts are perky and hard like when they were engorged with breastmilk. That is the best comparison I can make to prepare anyone for how it will feel following the surgery. If you are thinking about having surgery, do it, and have it done with Dr. Shuster. It will be the best thing you can do for yourself!

I had my brachioplasty and lower body lift with Dr. Shuster just 6 six days ago. I couldn't be happier. I have to pinch myself (although there is alot less to pinch now!) to make sure its real. I had gastric bypass surgery 2/07. It never crossed my mind that I need to have surgery to remove the loose skin until about the last 30-40 pounds when all that loose skin went south. I started to not want to look at myself "again" unless I had clothes on. I looked terrific in clothes but living in S. Florida I like to spend alot of time outdoors and at the beach. I had become embarrassed and was hiding my body again because it looked pretty bad. Do any of you know what a Shar Pei dog looks like? Thats what my tummy, thighs, and fanny were like. I knew that I didn't want to go through the rest of my life hiding again. I did a huge amount of research about the surgery before I decided it was right for me. My gastric bypass surgeon, Dr. Perez referred me to Dr. Shuster. I knew from the first phone call to his office that this was going to be a very positive experience. His office staff is extremely friendly and professional. This is so important when you embark on unknown territory that can be scary. When I met Dr. Shuster any doubts or fears I had melted away. He takes a great deal of time to explain the procedure with personal attention to your specific issues. He shares in your enthusiasium with also help to easy the anxiety.
My surgery was done at Mount Sinai. The treatment couldn't have been better from the nurses, anesthesiologists, the staff that brings your meals. Everyone asked how you felt and could they get you anything. The entire process went smooth as silk, my thanks to Paryse, who walked me through the entire process and was always available when I had questions. The discomfort from the surgery is minimal and well managed with pain medication. I couldn't wait until Dr. Shuster removed the bandages and I got to see the results. I am elated! My arms are small, tight, & sculpted; my tummy is flat and hard as a rock; and my thighs and fanny look better that when I was in my twenties! I won't be hiding any more!!!
Anyone out there who is considering having this surgery, consider no more, and go for it. Its the perfect ending to a perfect story. I wouldn't think of having any other doctor do these procedures as he is so highly qualified. The fact that he has such a wonderful bedside manner is just the icing on the cake.
I have to say, I thought I was done, but now that I see what wonderful results can be achieved, I plan to go back for perky breasts and a little face/neck pick up.
My sincerest heartfelt thanks to Dr. Shuster, Paryse, and staff. Outstanding care.