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Look What Blew in From the Windy City

September 25, 2008

Dr. C., Alison, and I just returned from Chicago, where we attended the AAFPRS (American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) annual fall meeting. Alison and I attended courses pertaining to office management, patient care, aesthetics and skin care, and general techniques on how to make our office even better than it already is. Dr. C. gave courses to colleagues, medical residents, and fellows on “Rhinoplasty: Consult through Recovery”, “Functional Rhinoplasty” and “Getting Started in Practice”. Each of these were well-attended by surgeons from around the world and he was given rave reviews.

An even bigger accomplishment for Dr. C. is that he won a national election for a position on the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is Executive Vice President-elect for Research, Awards and Development. This is a tremendous honor for him because he was nominated and elected by his peers, supporting his work with the AAFPRS, Face to Face, fellowship and academic teaching.

For those of you who have been keeping up with our website, I hope that you will be joining us next Thursday October 2nd from 6-8pm at our Fall Night of Beauty. It will give you a chance to meet Dr. C., Dr. Joseph Eviatar, along with the staff from both offices. We’ll be available to answer any questions you may have about the office, but more importantly you’ll hear about the latest happenings in Facial Plastic and Oculoplastic Surgery. There will be raffle prizes, gift bags filled with lots of cosmetic goodies along with food and wine. It promises to be informative and fun-filled so come one and all. We look forward to seeing you Thursday and if you cannot make it keep on reading and look for our next blog addition and future events.

Melissa Constantinides

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Welcome back from summer!

September 16, 2008

Welcome back from summer! Here’s what’s been happening in the office.

This summer was very active for us here at Dr. C’s. Alison our office manager was the most active. She went to Maine and besides eating lobster for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, much to many people’s surprise, hiked and camped for a week. Our daredevil Lindsey went sky diving in Virginia. She’s still in one piece. Lyuda our nurse took a romantic trip with her husband to Paris. She ate plenty of cheese and chocolates. Of course she had some fabulous wine as well.

As for Dr. Constantinides and me, our family went to Greece at the end of August for two weeks. We visited family in Khalkidhiki and then introduced our three boys to the islands of Santorini and Skiathos. Our days were spent at the beach snorkeling, swimming, and relaxing while our nights were spent enjoying the local foods and customs of my husbands heritage. To end our trip we went to Athens for a few days and visited the Acropolis, the National Gardens, and Monastiraki, famous for its gyro restaurants. As you can tell by the many wonderful and amazing things our office staff did this summer we are ready to jump back into work and continue to provide you with the care and service you have come to expect from us.

We are already well into September and yet it’s hard to let go of summer. As our tans start to fade (What tans? You wore sunscreen, right?), it’s time to fall into A Night of Beauty. Join us Thursday, October 2nd from 6-8 pm for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and a preview of the latest in cosmetic procedures. More details to follow soon, or give us a call to find out and register!

Melissa Constantinides, CRNA and Perioperative Coordinator

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Welcome, Lindsey

August 5, 2008

Last month, Alison (my office manager), Melissa (my perioperative nurse and wife), Lyuda (my surgical assistant) and I welcomed Lindsey as our new receptionist. Lindsey came to us after working as an administrative assistant for Theatreworks, a nonprofit organization in New York that provides free theatre to children across the country who would normally never be able to see theatre. Lindsey has already shown amazing initiative in her new job, has shown an amazing ability to learn quickly and loves helping to take care of our patients. Welcome, Lindsey!

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Las Vegas Cosmetic Meeting

In June, I had a fantastic time as a faculty member of a multidisciplinary course on Facial Plastic Surgery in Las Vegas. The course brings out the best in Facial Plastic Surgery from all the specialties involved: Facial Plastic Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologists, and Oculoplastic Surgeons all get together and share their surgical techniques and philosophies. The Bellagio was the perfect venue for this refreshing course where rivalry is put aside and everyone shares their secrets! After the meeting, where I gave talks on practice management and rhinoplasty techniques, the course director asked me to help to organize next year’s meeting. I, of course, enthusiastically agreed. I strongly believe that the only way that we will further our fields is to work together, regardless of background.

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Testimonial from a physician

June 11, 2008

As a physician, I am able to get the “inside scoop” on most other doctors in the area. Using this tool, I sought out a doctor who was best equipped to help me with a rhinoplasty revision. My problem was both one of functionality (I couldn’t breathe well through my nose) and aesthetics (the nose didn’t look quite right). Finding a physician who could address both issues was a challenge, even for me. However, in speaking with my colleagues, the name that kept coming up over and over again was that of Dr. Constantinides. In essence, he was the man best equipped to address both my issues. Upon meeting him, I was not disappointed. He was thoughtful, patient, realistic, and gave me as sense of confidence. He truly seemed to know what he was talking about. I ultimately had a revision procedure with him, and am now both breathing and looking better. I only wish that twenty years earlier, during my previous surgery, I had had such a pleasant experience and outcome. Then again, twenty years ago, I was not a physician, with no way of knowing if my doctor was competent and among the best in his or her field. No doubt, Dr. Constantinides fits this description. Given the chance, I would not hesitate to refer any of my patients or friends to him, assured in advance that they will like him and be pleased with their results. SS, M.D.

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Spring Night of Beauty

May 19, 2008

On May 13, 2008, I was joined by Drs. Doris Day and Haideh Hirmand at our Spring Night of Beauty. Over 50 attendees heard talks by me about “Facial Plastic Surgery…What’s New”, that included such topics as Rhinoplasty, Revision Rhinoplasty, Cleft Lip Nose Surgery, Blepharoplasty, Facelifting, and the use of injectibles such as Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, Sculptra, and Artefill. Dr. Day spoke about Lasers, and Dr. Hirmand spoke about breast surgery, body sculpting and facial aesthetic surgery. Before the talks, we had a wine tasting and jewelry sale. There were live auctions with a great selection of gifts, and everyone received a goody bag overflowing with great stuff. It was a tremendous success, worthy of the three top practices New York City in plastic surgery and dermatology represented!

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Long Island Facial Plastic Surgery Course & NYU Rhinology Update 2008

Another busy few weeks! On May 10, 2008, I gave two talks at the first “Advances in Facial Plastic Surgery” Course at the Inn at Great Neck, Long Island. My talks, “Open Rhinoplasty Tip Techniques” and “Revision Rhinoplasty”, covered a broad spectrum of work and results in complicated rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty.

On May 17, 2008, I gave a talk on the “Functional Complications of Rhinoplasty” at the 7th Annual Rhinology Update at NYU Medical Center. With registrants and faculty from around the country, the course was a great success. Next talks will be in Las Vegas in June…stay tuned!

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Rhinoplasty and the Central Face 2008 Review

April 23, 2008

Dear Minas,

The rhinoplasty course is just over, and I have has a comfortable, reflective walk back.

Once again, let me say that how excellent your meeting was. The program, and especially the quality of your speakers, gave a superb overview of nasal surgery as it is practiced today, integrating sound principles, newer techniques, controversial concepts and consensus opinion. The same can be said for the wonderful presentations, panel discussions and questions on Friday afternoon’s session on lasers, injectables and fillers. I believe everyone who attended the meeting was provided an exceptional educational experience.

As one who has organized similar meetings, I recognize just how much creative energy, commitment and time is required to bring such a course to fruition. You are to be proudly applauded for your achievement. As your fellowship director of some (too many!) years ago, there is nothing that makes me feel more pleased than to observe and to be a part of the success that you are enjoying. In addition, I have had the warm satisfaction of our personal friendship which has only deepened over the years. You are also blessed with an incredibly supportive wife Melissa, and I know that your family is bringing you much contentment. Life is good.

Please accept my deepest appreciation and gratitude for including me in your course. It was my privilege to be a part of this your first, most successful, endeavor. Kindest personal regards.

Yours truly,

Peter A. Adamson, M.D., F.R.C.S.C., F.A.C.S.

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Cartagena IFFPSS Course

April 10, 2008

From March 5-9, 2008, I was honored to participate as faculty in the International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies course, held in Cartagen, Columbia. Despite the politics of that week (you may remember President Chavez of Venezuela amassing his troups on Columbia’s border that Friday), the course and Cartagena were amazing. The people there were great hosts, and the course had over 400 attendees from all over the world (excluding faculty). I spoke on a number or Rhinoplasty themes, including Functional Rhinoplasty and the use of Grafts in Rhinoplasty. More importantly, I was able to benefit from hearing novel ideas from colleagues from all over the world! I was invited to return to Columbia next November for another course in Bogota, an invitation that I gladly accepted. Now all I need are some salsa lessons!

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Rhinoplasty Course at NYU

Next week the first annual course “Rhinoplasty and the Central Face 2008″ will take place in New York at New York University Medical Center. As course director, I have assembled a world-class faculty in rhinoplasty and other esthetic treatments of the face. Here is the faculty list and final course schedule:

Course Director: Minas Constantinides, M.D.

Program

Thursday, April 17, 2008

7:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast

7:45 Welcome & Introduction

8:00 Cleft Nose Rhinoplasty

Court Cutting, MD

8:30 Primary Rhinoplasty

Peter A. Adamson, MD

Norman Pastorek, MD

10:30 Coffee Break

10:50 Panel: Primary Rhinoplasty

Moderators: Peter A. Adamson, MD

Norman Pastorek, MD

Panelists: Minas Constantinides, MD

Philip Miller, MD

Geoffrey Tobias, MD

12:00-1:00 Lunch

1:00 pm Cutaneous Oncology, Assessment and Management

Michael Albom, MD

1:30 Nasal Defect Repairs

Marc Zimbler, MD

2:00 The Difficult Patient

Ira Papel, MD

Minas Constantinides, MD

3:00 Break with Exhibitors

3:20 Marketing Your Esthetic Practice

Philip Miller, MD

3:40 Benchmarking Your Practice: Tools to Measure Your Productivity

Shawn O’Neil, Allergan Practice Consultant

4:00 Panel: What Works & What Doesn’t in Practice Management

Moderators: Ira Papel, MD

Philip Miller, MD

Panelists: Thomas Romo, MD

Mark Zimbler, MD

Geoffrey Tobias, MD

5:00 Adjourn

5:30 Welcome Reception

Friday, April 18, 2008

7:30 am Continental Breakfast

8:00 Personal Perspective on Rhinoplasty

Nicolas Tabbal, MD

8:20 Revision Rhinoplasty Session

Moderators: Steven Pearlman, MD

Thomas Romo, MD

8:20 Causes of Revision Rhinoplasty

Steven Pearlman, MD

8:40 Graft Selection in Revision Rhinoplasty

Thomas Romo, MD

9:00 Tip Knuckles and Asymmetries

Peter Adamson, MD

9:20 The Middle Vault in Revision Rhinoplasty

Ira Papel, MD

9:40 Coffee Break

10:00 Panel: Revision Rhinoplasty

Moderator: Nicolas Tabbal, MD

Panelists: Steven Pearlman, MD

Thomas Romo, MD

Peter Adamson, MD

Ira Papel, MD

11:00 The Science of Beauty

Peter A. Adamson, MD

11:30 Vascular Malformations of the Nose

Milton Waner, MD

12:00-1:00 Lunch with Exhibitors

1:00 pm Nasal Endoscopy and Functional Septorhinoplasty

Daniel Becker, MD

1:30 Functional Rhinoplasty: Evaluation and Treatment Strategies

Minas Constantinides, MD

2:00 A Practical Approach to Endonasal Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Geoffrey Tobias, MD

2:30 Augmetation Rhinoplasty in Asian Patients

Jeffrey Ahn, MD

3:00 Break with Exhibitors

3:20 Emerging Trends in Laser Surgery

Roy Geronemus, MD

Elizabeth Hale, MD

4:20 Emerging Trends in Injectables

Deborah Sarnoff, MD

Robert H. Gotkin, MD

5:00 Panel: The Central Face Controversies

Elizabeth Hale, MD

Roy Geronemus, MD

Deborah Sarnoff, MD

6:00 PM Adjourn

Guest Faculty

Peter A. Adamson, M.D.

Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Jeffrey Ahn, M.D.

Director of Facial Plastic Surgery

Columbia University Medical Center
New York, NY

Daniel Becker, M.D.

Clinical Associate Professor

Dept of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

Robert H. Gotkin, M.D.

Adjunct Surgeon (Plastic Surgery)

New York Eye & Ear Infirmary

New York, NY

Ira Papel, M.D.

Associate Professor

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD

Steven Pearlman, M.D.

Clinical Associate Professor

Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons

New York, NY

Thomas Romo, M.D.
Director of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
at Lenox Hill Hospital

New York, NY

Geoffrey Tobias, M.D.

Attending Surgeon and Instructor

Mt. Sinai Hospital and School of Medicine

New York, NY

Associate Chief of Head and Neck Surgery

Englewood Hospital

Englewood, New Jersey

Milton Waner, M.D.

Co-Director Vascular Birthmarks Institute of New York

Beth Israel Medical Center and St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center

New York, NY

Marc Zimbler, M.D.

Director of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Department of Head & Neck Surgery

Beth Israel Hospital

New York, NY

NYU School of Medicine Faculty

Michael Albom, M.D.

Clinical Professor

Department of Dermatology

Court Cutting, M.D.

Professor

Department of Surgery (Plastic Surgery)

Roy Geronemus, M.D.

Clinical Professor

Department of Dermatology

Elizabeth Hale, M.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor

Department of Dermatology

Philip Miller, M.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor

Department of Otolaryngology

Norman Pastorek, M.D.

Clinical Professor, Facial Plastic Surgery

Department of Otolaryngology

New York Presbyterian Hospital-Wiell Cornell Medical Center

New York, NY

Clinical Professor

Dept of Otolaryngology

NYU School of Medicine

Deborah S. Sarnoff, M.D

Associate Clinical Professor

Department of Dermatology

Nicolas Tabbal, M.D.

Clinical Instructor

Department of Surgery (Plastic Surgery)

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Minas Constantinides,
M.D. F.A.C.S.
NYU Medical Center Department of
Otolaryngology
530 First Avenue
Suite 7U
New York, New York 10016
Tel: (866) 557-9042
Fax: (212) 263-2044

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