Dr. Douglas Taranow is an internationally acclaimed surgeon and highly respected medical lecturer with over 22 years of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery experience. Dr. Taranow offers an assortment of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures to complement each patient's unique shape. He specializes in body enhancement surgery, particularly breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty, and the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Dr. Taranow evaluates his patients' needs individually to provide them with stunning results tailored to their personal taste. Whether a woman has always had small, undefined breasts or has become unhappy with her breasts as a result of breast cancer, aging, or pregnancy, breast augmentation can be performed to enhance the size and shape of the breasts.
Dr. Taranow evaluates his patients' needs individually to provide them with stunning results tailored to their personal taste. Whether a woman has always had small, undefined breasts or has become unhappy with her breasts as a result of breast cancer, aging, or pregnancy, breast augmentation can be performed to enhance the size and shape of the breasts.
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Dr. Douglas A. Taranow, a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in New York City, is highly regarded among both patients and peers alike. With a diverse clientele that includes models and actresses from across the country, Dr. Taranow is a world-renowned lecturer and has performed surgery in South Korea and Thailand.
The breasts are an important feature on a woman because they can represent femininity. When the breasts are undefined or irregularly shaped, a woman may not feel confident about herself and how her body looks. Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammaplasty, is a procedure that can help a woman achieve the breasts she has always wanted.
A woman's body experiences many shifts and changes throughout her life, and the breasts are not exempt from those changes. Life events like pregnancy or significant weight fluctuation can leave the breasts floppy and sagging. Aging and genetics can also contribute to a loss of chest perkiness. The skin loses its elasticity as we get older causing the integrity of the breast structure to deteriorate and lose its youthful shape.
Many people find themselves examining their body in a mirror noticing pinches of fat that they wish would go away. They may have tried some weight-loss methods and have kept to a healthy diet and a regular fitness routine but may still be unsuccessful in getting rid of stubborn pockets of fat. Even with rigorous effort, some areas with excess fat are unresponsive to diet and exercise.
Reviews (28)
Adebola Adetiloye
Dec 20, 2021
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Natalia Diamantakos
Oct 28, 2021
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I had absolutely fabulous results with Dr. T and his staff members. I had breast lift, reductions, and implant and 360 lipo done at the same time. I am extremely happy with the looks and the size and shape of my breast are just perfect and exactly what I asked for. I am currently undergoing extra procedures like Morpheus8, a non-surgical advanced needling treatment. I am 42 with three kids and I've never looked and felt better!!! I consider myself a hypochondriac patient so I was constantly emailing and face timing with Dr. even on Sundays to make sure that everything is healing and looking as
Jay M.
Oct 18, 2021
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Nice enough guy but I feel like he's a little shady with his pricing so I am not going to go forward with using him.
Saw him for a consultation for a revision for an augmentation I had elsewhere. He seemed really nice and friendly during it, and definitely did answer all my questions. I had two scabs on my right breast that still hadn't healed from my surgery four months ago. He told me he was going to pick it and fix it for me today, free of charge, not to worry about it. In fact, he repeated he would do it free of charge at least twice. We go into the little exam room and he does
Saw him for a consultation for a revision for an augmentation I had elsewhere. He seemed really nice and friendly during it, and definitely did answer all my questions. I had two scabs on my right breast that still hadn't healed from my surgery four months ago. He told me he was going to pick it and fix it for me today, free of charge, not to worry about it. In fact, he repeated he would do it free of charge at least twice. We go into the little exam room and he does
Susan J.
Jul 22, 2021
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Where do I start???? I cannot even fully explain how the staff here changed my life. From the moment of entry , you feel warm and welcomed. The space is clean , bright , and professional. The scheduling is perfect and most importantly, the pricing is FULLY EXPLAINED beforehand , no nasty surprises.
Kate has always been a big part of this experience; knowledgeable , and kind....she worked with me every step of the way , answered all of my dumb questions and was always patient and listens to every concern I had....I think it is rare to have every level of staff so well trained. I would recommend
Kate has always been a big part of this experience; knowledgeable , and kind....she worked with me every step of the way , answered all of my dumb questions and was always patient and listens to every concern I had....I think it is rare to have every level of staff so well trained. I would recommend
Shirley J.
Jul 14, 2021
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Moe R.
Jun 28, 2021
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Dr Taranow is an exceptional surgeon. I am very pleased with my results. I had a TT, a Hernia repaired, and some Lipo done back in March 2021. Dr T and his staff were helpful thru this entire process! I can call and get Dr T on the phone anytime and he checked on me the night I had surgery reassuring me to call him anytime if I was concerned about anything. I highly recommend Taranow Plastic Surgery!!!!!!
Annette Santiago
Jun 21, 2021
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Four months ago I got a breast augmentation with a lift. HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!!. Almost immediately after surgery I could tell something went wrong. JUST TWO WEEKS later I began to notice my breasts were dropping and the size was NOT what I had expected. My right breast was much smaller than my left and my areolas healed unflattering. Dr. Taranows suggestion to correct the matter was to conduct a little lipo to my bigger breast so to match it with my smaller one. I thought that was RIDICULOUS. My areolas were not even in discussion to being corrected. So now I'm left to put them sums together and
Cristine P.
Apr 12, 2021
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Where do I even begin... I had my first surgery with Dr Taranow 14 years ago and was very happy with my results. After a major weight loss and I went back for a lift and new implants. I had my surgery right before Covid hit in February 2020. Right after I noticed I had an issue contact Dr. Taranow and said to come in once things calmed down and he would take a look but also I needed to let the surgery heal. 6 months later I went back September 2020 and he said that it needed to be corrected blamed the issue on a side effect capsular contracture and told me if I felt comfortable just paying for
Christina
Jan 28, 2021
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I went to Dr. Taranow for Botox & lip filler. My previous doctor is no longer practicing & I was nervous at first to take a chance with someone new. What a pleasant surprise! I have never before met a doctor who was so thorough, perfectionistic, and precise. He explained things to me that i never knew before, like the fact that Botox comes in powder form & has to be mixed before application. He really studied my face & put everything exactly where it needed to go. When I needed a touch up after a few days he was super flexible with his schedule & paid extremely close attention to the slightest
Maria Z.
Nov 12, 2020
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5 stars is not enough! Doctor Taranow is such an amazing surgeon! He is a perfectionist, detail oriented and very caring to his patients. He called several times after my surgery to check up on me. I got liposuction a week ago and I can already see a difference. Let me not forget Beatrice!!!! She works in the front desk and was extremely helpful. Her customer service is impeccable and her positive energy is Up lifting. I couldn't have chosen a better place to have gotten this done.
Lastly, I was given beautiful yellow roses at my post op appointment. Thank you!!!
Lastly, I was given beautiful yellow roses at my post op appointment. Thank you!!!
Nyousha Y.
Sep 30, 2020
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I recently had liposuction with Dr. Taranow and I couldn't have asked for a better plastic surgeon. He is very detail oriented and a perfectionist when it comes to patient outcome. He and his amazing staff, big shout out to Beatrice, helped me every step of the way from initial consultation to post-op follow up. Dr. Taranow has given me a confidence that I never thought I could have. I am so so happy with my results. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor. Thank you Dr. Taranow!
Sarata D.
Aug 15, 2020
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Ann C.
May 29, 2020
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It was absolutely awful!!
I used Dr. Douglas Taranow for breast augmentation back in 1998. When I decided to do this procedure with him I explained during my pregnancy I gained 4" in my chest. I just wanted a little lift and to be a large B or small C and the implant behind my muscle! He said ok. After the surgery I was huge!! I said this isn't the size I wanted, he said they're swollen. They ended up being triple Decker on a tiny size 0 body frame! I was so upset!! Then to find out that he put the implant in front of the muscle. I tried to sue but was out of the statue of
I used Dr. Douglas Taranow for breast augmentation back in 1998. When I decided to do this procedure with him I explained during my pregnancy I gained 4" in my chest. I just wanted a little lift and to be a large B or small C and the implant behind my muscle! He said ok. After the surgery I was huge!! I said this isn't the size I wanted, he said they're swollen. They ended up being triple Decker on a tiny size 0 body frame! I was so upset!! Then to find out that he put the implant in front of the muscle. I tried to sue but was out of the statue of
Edward Pozo
Jan 12, 2020
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My fiancé went to get a bbl and chin Lipo and she looks amazing her surgery date was 04•25•19 and let me just say that Beatrice is so sweet answered all our questions. Dr Taranow does care about his patients and their results. He gave her flowers after her surgery that we still have till this day. She loves her body & her chin she got her confidence back and we are forever grateful to him. Best decision we made and you are in good hands ❤️. Thank you Taranow from me and my fiancé.
Monica Ramos
Jul 06, 2019
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Dr. Taranow recently performed a abdominoplasty / liposuction for me and the words can’t describe how happy I was with the whole procedure. Everything was very detailed and well explained .He did an outstanding job. I would definitely return to Dr. Taranow and recommend him to friends and family. I felt real comfortable with Dr. Taranow and his staff they were very friendly and caring. Thank you so much for your professional attention to detail I absolutely love my results.
Brandon Curtis
Jun 14, 2019
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Oh god, where do I start? Had a multiple plastic surgery with Doc. Tanarow, lip augmentation, and liposuction. Though the doctor did good at best, the nurse was so negligent and forgot to give me morphine after going through the procedures. I was in so much pain, and instead of checking up on me, the nurse was so caught up on her personal issues.
P. B.
Aug 29, 2018
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Dr Taranow is such a amazing, talented and professional doctor! He was the first doctor that I went for a consultation when I was ready to do breeast augmentation and right away I knew that if I decided to go with the procedure he will be the only one to do it. I knew he won't dissapoint me and I was right. I was 100% sure he will do amazing job and I'm only few days post op and already loving the results. Besides few bruises my recovery is going very well. And his staff are also so amazing. Beatrice would answer all my questions in details right away and the nurses and anesthesiologist
Marie T.
Jun 14, 2018
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Words cannot express how grateful I am to this man. He's a miracle worker. He took my sad droopy breast and made them very confident.
I believe luck was on my side when my original surgeon was sick and he had to fill in. Normally when a doctor that I'm not familiar with approaches me, I'm like nope I'll wait, but he just made me feel at ease. He's very informative and answers every question with great detail. I had no hesitation in putting my trust in him, and he did not disappoint. My before and after pics are like night and day.
I feel everything happens for a reason
I believe luck was on my side when my original surgeon was sick and he had to fill in. Normally when a doctor that I'm not familiar with approaches me, I'm like nope I'll wait, but he just made me feel at ease. He's very informative and answers every question with great detail. I had no hesitation in putting my trust in him, and he did not disappoint. My before and after pics are like night and day.
I feel everything happens for a reason
Nataliya K.
Jul 03, 2016
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I had always wanted to get a breast augmentation and when I finally decided to do it, I went to a consult with Dr. Taranow.Immediately he makes you feel comfortable and TRULY listens to what you want to accomplish. I had an augmentation with a lift and it has definitely helped my confidence a lot. He always takes genuine time explaining everything and what to expect. He truly cares about his patients and their experience. I love the way the new implants look and feel.i couldn't be more pleased with my results! Thank you, Dr. Taranow!
Barbara Franquie
Jan 02, 2016
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I went for a consultation last year and was not sure if I should do liposculpture. I tried everything to reduce fat in certain areas and it just did not go down. I had my procedure 2 weeks ago with Dr. Taranow and OMG what a difference and I am healing up fast with all the instructions and everything he said I would experience is happening. I would recommend anyone to him because my body looks amazing and I am not fully recovered. I am so happy, I feel like a new person in a new body!!
Daniela C.
Dec 01, 2015
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Going to Dr. Taranow for my second breast augmentation was THE BEST decision I made. He was so gentle and professional that I had almost zero pain after my surgery.I felt like Dr. Taranow really gave me his full attention and cared about the procedure I had wanted done. He explained everything in full detail and then some, without me even having to ask the questions. After explaining the procedure, discussing different implants, pro's and con's of surgery, etc...he sat with me to try on different implant sizes to see what they would look like.
My breasts are natural and soft! He really
My breasts are natural and soft! He really
M. F.
May 10, 2015
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If I could give less than I would. He sliced through my left pectoral muscle while replacing a burst implant. I just found out when I had my breast corrected last week. Under his "skill" my implants came out looking like a surrealistic painting with one placed correctly and the other drooping down by my belly button. He cared more for his autistic son then his patients and kept making the classy remark "are you sure you don't have insurance because I could charge them a bunch for this operation whoa-ho. Could I." I lived years in hell looking this way until I could finally
Lena D.
Jun 04, 2014
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After meeting with numerous doctors to get cosmetic procedures done, Dr. Taranow was the only one that actually took the time out and explain to me all the details that would entail in the procedure, pre and post op. He even told me to hold off on certain procedures because he feels after having two kids, I can lose the extra pounds on my own the natural way instead of spending the money. We had an agreement that the decision to perform an extra procedure would be left upto him during the process and if he felt it wasn't necessary he would refund my money back, which he did. It's great
Pamela P.
Nov 08, 2013
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I have never written a review, however I am compelled to do it because of this man. Dr. Taranow fixed what a 90210 doctor with the name, Dr. Franklin Rose from Houston Texas who is a quack!
Taranow was referred to me by a girlfriend and when I saw his portfolio of reconstructive surgery I chose him. Other doctors were much cheaper but, when I asked for the portfolios they didn't present me with anything. I shopped around for 6 solid months before taking the plunge for the reconstructive surgery. I had extreme nerve damage, bottomed out :{
Taranow fixed me from the inside out. Most of my
Taranow was referred to me by a girlfriend and when I saw his portfolio of reconstructive surgery I chose him. Other doctors were much cheaper but, when I asked for the portfolios they didn't present me with anything. I shopped around for 6 solid months before taking the plunge for the reconstructive surgery. I had extreme nerve damage, bottomed out :{
Taranow fixed me from the inside out. Most of my
C. W.
Apr 06, 2013
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Dr. Taranow gave me my dream breasts! I wanted to look like a Victoria Secret model and I think my new breasts are just as good, if not better, than the VS girls! I couldn't be happier! I started off with deflated small Bs and I did a modest 250cc silicon transaxillary under the muscle procesure and ended up with perfect mid-C natural looking, soft, perky breasts. They fit my body shape so well (actually make my butt look smaller now) and look perfectly natural. Dr. Taranow is an artist and very experienced with transax surgeries. It's been one week and I already feel (mostly) like myself
Lynsea S.
Mar 11, 2013
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The only reason why I am giving Dr. Taranow 3 stars and not 2 is because he IS a nice guy. He IS honest and DOES tell the patient to be open and ask any and all questions they may have during the office visits. But he's very nonchalant about certain things. Which is not very professional. I recently had liposuction done in 3 areas with Dr. Taranow. And not once did Dr. Taranow tell me how the recovery process would be after my surgery. I was not aware that swelling and such can take up to 6 months to a year to subside!!! I had the surgery done 3 weeks ago and i am still extremely swollen in
Max M.
Mar 02, 2012
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Saw his work on a girlfriend of mine, ended up getting work done and referred 3 other girls who all got work done as well. His work on your body looks natural and feels real to the touch (we all got breast implants). Went in 2005 and am thinking of going back soon. Only downside is the photos on his website are nowhere near as awesome as most of his work actually is. TARANOW UPDATE WEBSITE PHOTOS NOW!!!!
He always makes you feel comfortable, as if you have been friends for years, listens to what you want, zero pressure, yet completely committed to your happiness. Ladies considering plastic surgery
He always makes you feel comfortable, as if you have been friends for years, listens to what you want, zero pressure, yet completely committed to your happiness. Ladies considering plastic surgery
Olivier C.
Dec 20, 2011
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I trusted Dr Taranow when he said he would do a great job with liposuction on my abs, that he had plenty of experience, and that I would get so much more definition. I was left with Horrifying indentation, ridge, unevenness, and less definition. Going to him was one of the worst decisions I have made in my life. I am not even in my thirties and I am gonna have now to live everyday with his horrible work. I am ashamed to take my shirt off. Do not trust that man, it was my mistake. I don't believe he understood or paid attention to my body and my natural lines. When I asked explanation regarding
