Thomas Sterry Plastic Surgeon M.D.

I've had the pleasure of not only having a great consultation with Dr. Sterry but he also performed my Tummy Tuck with Muscle Tightening/Strengthing on July 20th 2005. Dr. Sterry is first and foremost professional, integrity driven, experienced, caring and more than anything else understanding. when I first viewed his web site via Obesity Help I thought of course he's going to "want" to appeal to our population. My goodness, was I ever WRONG!!!!

Okay yes, as his web site states he has years of experience dealing with past obese patients, he understands our bodies and the dynamic changes that we've pushed them to with years of yo-yo dieting and exercise, he understands that since we've taken the major step to gain control of our lives that taking a step as big as plastic surgery is very important to us and not something that we would leave up to chance.

If you are in the process of researching a plastic surgeon and live in the New York City area consider Dr. Thomas Sterry. It's a decision you'll never regret. During my consultation I knew that he would take care of me not only in surgery but beyond. This definitely came into play on Thursday night at about 10:55 I was writhing around in pain. I contacted his service and immediately after hanging up my phone rang. Trust me it was immediate when you are experiencing that kind of pain time is slower than normal (he didn't wait for another second).

Upon hearing my voice he knew that I was in distress. He asked what was I experiencing?? He never tried to make it less or make it something else. I explained to him what I was feeling, how I was feeling and what my body was doing. He then instructed me to remove the binder, take 2 Vicodins and 2 motrins. Before I was able to get it out... He stated that "I know that Motrin is against your Weight loss Doctor's medications but these two won't cause any harm and it will assit with your chief complaint" (PAIN).

Boy was he right. I was asleep within the next 20 minutes. This was very important to me and although I coulnd't envision this during our consultation I'm thankful that I was able to meet a person with integrity. Well, the pain and muscle spasms have since passed and as of yesterday I had my right drain removed. My Stomach looks incredible!!!! Actually beyond my expectations!!!! If you can't imagine that then you know that this is the man that you need to meet.

Peace and blessings,
Marcy

Dr. Sterry was great! He completed a LBL on me and took 47 pounds off. Apparently it was a record. If I had any problems and called in I received a call back almost immediately. He even agreed to meet with me on a Saturday when I wasn't feeling well. When I wasn't feeling right he too every precaution with me and wouldn't let me leave until we had answers.My results are amazing and I am very happy with his work. I actually have a shape now! It is great!

Great sense of humor even if you call him on Sundays.

Despite my wish to have my WLS confidential, Drs. Sterry and Pomp have helped me so much I felt compelled to laud their virtues on this website. Sterry and Pomp will both easily figure out who I am, regardless of the pseudonym. In his profile Dr. Sterry mentions he also works with patients who in rare circumstances have wound complications. To say that I had a wound complication is an understatement. I developed a massive wound infection after suffering an incarcerated small bowel hernia several years post WLS. I was left with a truly awful deformity that even made Dr. Sterry gasp a little, despite having been warned by Dr. Pomp. I had been through a very long and difficult medical ordeal, I was quite ill and spent a long time in the hospital. Although Dr. Sterry did not know me at that time, he was so solicitous and caring-- he felt such empathy toward me having learned what I went through and he continues to make my trips to the operating room as comfortable and hassle free as possible. Dr. Pomp was there through my illness, so I expected him to take extra special care of me but I did not expect to have a surgeon who had never met me before display the same caring and protectiveness of me. The surgery Dr. Sterry performed on me was not only difficult from a cosmetic standpoint but because of numerous previous surgeries and complications, it was very difficult to execute from a surgical perspective. I know he gave it lots of thought, he consulted with other surgeons, as well as with Dr. Pomp and he did an EXTRAORDINARY job! I look great, my abdominal looks like I never had an incisional hernia! Additionally while I feel some plastic/reconstructive surgeons have become more like aestheticians and less like physicians, Dr. Sterry is first and foremost a doctor. I had a very serious allergic reaction that complicated my surgery and he handled it like a champ. My two subsequent surgeries went without a hitch and although one would think I would be crazy to go back into the OR, I am thinking of having him revise a previous cosmetic procedure. Anyone that is considering Dr. Sterry as their surgeon has made the right choice and if they are interested in viewing his work, feel free to ask him to show you my photos. I have given him carte blanche to show off his fabulous handiwork--Talent like that should be shared. Good Luck!

Dr. Sterry is an expert in his field-as a technician and as a source of support both pre and post op. His dedication to the well-being of his patients is not limited to his office hours. He makes himself available at all times, and makes every patient feel as if they are his primary patient. He is on the cutting edge of technology and technique, and is not afraid of discussing all options-both pro and con. He understands patient's concerns and takes the time to educate both patients and their families to assure an intelligent and successful operative decision.

Dr. Sterry was recommended by my WLS surgeon and I never had to look elsewhere. He is an amazing surgeon with the best bedside mannner; a most necessary combination. Dr. Sterry is very realistic in explaining anticipated results and is well versed in the post op bariatric patient. Definately a difference between reconstructive surgeons and cosmetic ones. Would highly recommend!

Dr. Sterry is compassionate, knowledgeable, dedicated and very well informed on the treatment of bariatric post ops. He understands where post ops come from and the frustration of living in bodies that have become even more uncomfortable. I am just starting this process, but would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Sterry.
Update 4/228/04 I just had my first surgery with Dr. Sterry and his treatment of me was beyond my expectations. I had some issues developed during recovery but he handled them and helped me through. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Sterry to anyone looking for a plastic surgeon.