Carrie Stern, MD
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
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Areas of Expertise
My Specialties
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction
- Facial Reconstruction
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About Me
- Assistant Attending Surgeon
I am a plastic surgeon who specializes in reconstruction after cancer surgery. The type and complexity of the reconstruction depends on the cancer surgery. My goal is to restore the function and appearance of people with cancer after they have had surgery to remove tumors and hopefully improve their quality of life.
Both of my parents are cancer survivors. Having been a part of their process, I know what it is like to go through the progression from diagnosis to treatment. I place a great deal of emphasis on patient education and believe that all patients should be active participants in their care and the decision-making process. Each of my patients is unique, with their own story and goals for reconstruction. For me, it is important to manage expectations in order to optimize my patients’ experiences and outcomes.
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The overarching focus of my research is on using advances in imaging to propel plastic and reconstructive surgery forward. Specifically, I want to see technology used in the education of medical students, residents, and patients, as well as in preoperative planning and outcomes-based research. My emphasis is on integrating technology into every aspect of patient care. I use 3-D photography during consultations, and I am exploring the value of 3-D photography in the operating room and to assess postoperative outcomes. A significant focus of mine is developing point-of-care educational tools for patients, using 3-D imaging to improve their understanding and reconstructive options.
A plastic and reconstructive surgeon is a doctor with special training in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. These procedures restore function and appearance.
My Specialties
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction
- Facial Reconstruction
- Microsurgery
Education
- MD, NYU School of Medicine
Residencies
- General Surgery – Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Plastic Surgery - Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Fellowships
- Reconstructive Plastic Surgery/Microsurgery – Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
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PPO
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Federal Government
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PPO, POS, EPO, HMO
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State Government
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Contact and Location
Dr. Stern sees patients at three locations.
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Clinical Trials
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
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Carrie Stern discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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