Andrew Nelson Kornstein, MD, FACS
Meet Andrew Nelson Kornstein, MD, FACS
Board-Certified, Fellowship
Dr. Andrew Kornstein, a distinguished board-certified plastic surgeon, boasts a career spanning 25 years, dedicated to enhancing lives through aesthetic surgery. Renowned for his unparalleled skill, innovation, and vast experience, Dr. Andrew Kornstein has honed his expertise across a spectrum of procedures, ranging from hairline lowering to rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and body contouring. His passion for excellence extends to non-surgical interventions, where he has garnered acclaim for his pioneering techniques in facial rejuvenation and skin-tightening, as evidenced by his peer-reviewed publications.
A graduate of Weill Cornell Medical College, Dr. Andrew Kornstein completed his residency in plastic surgery at the esteemed Columbia University/St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center. Throughout his formative years, he was privileged to be mentored by Dr. Sydney Coleman, a luminary in fat grafting techniques, which profoundly influenced his understanding of facial aging. Driven by a commitment to innovation, Dr. Andrew Kornstein has contributed significantly to the field, notably authoring the chapter on “Using Fat Cells for Rejuvenation” in the prestigious Encyclopedia of Aesthetic Rejuvenation.
Dr. Andrew Kornstein has pioneered numerous advancements in non-surgical and minimally invasive techniques, making him unique amongst plastic surgeons. His scarless deep facelift procedure, complemented by adipose-derived fat grafting, has redefined facial aesthetics, offering patients safe, effective, and minimally invasive solutions. In the nonsurgical realm, Dr. Andrew Kornstein has used Ultherapy to optimize healing post-rhinoplasty and facilitate the non-surgical removal of injected silicone from facial soft tissues. In addition, his innovative non-surgical skin tightening procedures utilizing radio frequency (RF) technology has revolutionized facial rejuvenation and was recognized in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal, affirming his status as a trailblazer in the realm of non-invasive skin tightening. Dr. Andrew Kornstein’s commitment to innovation extends to injectable rhinoplasty, a technique he has refined to achieve precise and natural-looking results, as well as peptide therapy for antiaging and cellular health, which he incorporates into his holistic approach to facial rejuvenation and longevity.
Dr. Andrew Kornstein’s unwavering dedication to patient care and his transformative contributions to the field have earned him widespread recognition. Featured in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Vogue, Dr. Andrew Kornstein is celebrated for his expertise and influence. As a sought-after speaker at conferences and events, he continues to shape the future of plastic surgery.
Compassionate, attentive, and committed to excellence, Dr. Andrew Kornstein stands ready to collaborate with patients, listening to their unique needs and aspirations, to craft bespoke treatment plans that deliver exceptional results.
Curriculum Vitae
Education
- University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 1978-1981
Biochemical Genetics, Phi Beta Kappa - Cornell University Medical College New York, NY 1982-1986
- The Roosevelt Hospital, New York, NY 1986-1989
General Surgery Residency - St. Luke’s –Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY 1989-1993
Plastic Surgery Residency and Fellowship
Additional Training
- Mount Vernon Hospital Northwood, Middlesex, England
- UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles, California
- Stanford University Hospital Palo alto, California
- University of California Irvine, California
- University of California Irvine, California
- Jack Gunter University Texas Southwest Dallas, Texas
Board Certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery 1995
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons 1995
- Lipoplasty Society of North America 1996
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons 1997
- New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons 1997
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 1999
- Rhinoplasty Society 2003
Hospital Affiliations
- Norwalk Hospital;34 Maple St, Norwalk, CT 06856
Honors and Awards
- Rhinoplasty Society First Prize, 2014
- Ulthera® Certificate and Recognition 2012
- Juvederm® Advisory Panel 2006
- Inamed® Breast Implant Advisory Panel 2006
- Allergan®Platinum Botox Expert 2006-2008
- New York Rangers Hockey Team Consultant 2005
- Golden Cannula Award, Lipoplasty Society of North America 1990
Current Advisory Boards
- Syneron-Profound®
- Merz-Ulthera®
- Sofregen-Seri®
- Apyx-J-Plasma®/Renuvion®
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