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R. Michael Koch, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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With so many doctors in the Tarrytown, Goshen, and Tri-State areas of New York, choosing a cosmetic surgeon can be a challenge. With over 27 years in the area, we stand out for our convenience, qualifications, specialized skills, and personalized care. We believe that cosmetic surgery should be a rewarding experience that improves your appearance, as well as your attitude, giving you a whole new outlook on life.

We believe that your satisfaction with your cosmetic surgery experience depends on more than results - the relationship you have with your plastic surgeon is equally as important. Our compassionate and approachable surgeons take the time to get to know you, answer your questions, and personalize your care. Whether you visit us from the Tarrytown, Goshen, or Tri-State communities, our friendly, discrete, and supportive office staff will do everything possible to make your consultation goes smoothly.

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An 8-year study on immediate breast reconstruction has been successfully completed by Dr. A. Salzberg, Dr. R. Michael Koch and colleagues. It was published in the Journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and in the 3rd edition of Surgery of the Breast Principles and Art.

Dr. Koch was also listed as Highly Commended in the 2010 BMA Medical Book Awards.

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At the New York Group for Plastic Surgery we go the extra mile to educate you and help you feel supported during your cosmetic or reconstructive surgery experience. Our team of highly trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeons, as well as our dedicated support staff, has been serving the New York area since 1981.

In addition to a team of highly trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeons, the New York Group for Plastic Surgery boasts a friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate support staff who will guide you and help you feel at ease throughout your surgical experience.

Meet the Team
Vonyee Greenhill - Patient Coordinator
Daisy Castro - Patient Coordinator
Andrea Burgio - Reception
Ann Caplicki - Patient Coordinator (Goshen Office)

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Testimonials


Testi "Dr. Koch was incredibly understanding, thoughtful and gave me confidence in his expertise and opinion. He went out of his way to understand what I needed and went above and beyond in his services. He even gave me some ideas which I would not originally have thought of and the result was AMAZING. I highly recommend Dr. Koch from the most minimal of services to a more intensive serious procedure. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! 5 STARS to Dr. Koch--I'm so happy! Thank you!"


Testi "A few months ago I went to Dr Koch for a consultation because I needed to get my body back after Pregnancy. I loved Dr Koch and his staff the moment that I met him and now I love my new body. My Breast Implants, my Tummy Tuck and my Liposuction have all turned out terrific and my husband loves it too."


Testi "Dr Koch is a true perfectionist. Most importantly he is a very kind and compassionate human being and he genuinely cares about his patients. I had some lipo and breast augmentation by Dr. Koch and I felt so well taken care of and had complete access to him on daily bases after my procedure. It was important to me to retain my natural look and he listened and it was evident from his suggestions that he cared. Thanks to Dr. Koch and his kind staff. I would highly recommend him."


Testi "I could not be happier with what Dr. Koch and his team have done for me!! He is my hero!! I am amazed how very caring he is along with his anesthesiologist, , who both called me after my surgery every day for the first two weeks to make sure I was doing okay!! I am so impressed with them. You talk about great customer service and a doctor who truly cares that you are happy and is most sincere-it is Dr. Koch!! I have recommended him to several of my friends and will continue to do so!! I would most definitely use him again, he is most talented and truly skilled-an expert for sure!! You will not be disappointed!! Thank you, Dr. Koch for giving my my motivation and spark back!!! Like I said before,'You are my HERO!!' "


Testi "I have been going to Dr. Koch for the past 7 years, he is the only cosmetic surgeon I completely trust. His work is excellent and I would recommend him to any friend or family member. He is professional, yet makes you feel like your his friend or family. Dr. Koch is honest and tells you what to expect, he also offers very reasonable prices for New York area. Overall he is a great doctor."


Testi "I would like to thank Dr. Koch for the beautiful breast procedure that he performed on me 3 months ago. I also like to extend my gratitude to him and his staff for all the help, care, and support that they have given me from my initial visit for consultation and even until today. His team of devoted individuals make my experience a pleasure. I am thankful for having Dr. Koch as my surgeon, who shows not only his talent and professional expertise but also his kindness and genuine care. I greatly appreciate his ability to listen and his understanding and being ethnically and culturally aware of my individual concerns. I am very happy and more than satisfied with the outcome. Dr. Koch, again, thank you so much for making my surgery a memorable one."


Testi "My face was looking older and tired and I had put on a few pounds of fat while getting through those demanding years of raising children. I consulted with Dr. Koch because my good friend loves the work that she had done by Dr. Koch. I was a little scared to have a Face Lift and I was worried about the risks, although I did not know much about it and how easy it turned out to be.

I wanted to do something to feel better about myself.During my consult appointment with Dr. Koch, he was so friendly and knowledgeable. He was also very patient with my endless questions. He intently listened to me for what I really wanted. I immediately knew that Dr. Koch would be MY surgeon and he agreed that a Face Lift and Liposuction would definitely improve my appearance. The staff at Dr. Koch's office are also very wonderful and supportive. It feels like I am part of the "family" when I visit. Somehow I got up the courage to show up on the morning of my procedures, and I am sure glad that I did! The Liposuction removed all of those ugly bulges in just one day! And my new face... Wow!... I love that! Now, I look in the mirror and I see a much younger and rejuvenated face rather than a tired and saggy one that made me feel old before my time. The people that I meet see a rejuvenated face too and treat me as if I am 10 to 15 years younger now, which is really how I feel inside anyway. Thanks Dr. Koch for helping me get back to where I used to be. I am loving it!"


Testi "Dr. Koch and his staff were wonderful!! I had cosmetic breast surgery in the Tarrytown facility. I lost a lot of weight and wanted to get rid of my pancake breasts so I decided to go for a augmentation with implants. The morning of surgery the surgical staff was welcoming and friendly. My result is EXCELLENT!!! Very pleases with my whole experience."


Testi "Dr. Koch is so kind. He helped make a very stressful time in my life. Faced with breast cancer and chosing whether or not to do reconstrution was not easy. He guided me and gave me all my options. My reconstructed breasts look better than my original breasts LOL! He is a true angel and a wonderful surgeon."


Testi "This is the second surgery I have had with Dr. Koch and there is no one else I even considered and he did not disappoint. His office staff was professional courteous and helpful with even my silly questions. If you are planning procedures with this physician you are in excellent hands. He is not only professional but very talented and caring, not always attributes used to describe a physician, and I know because I work with physicians daily . thank you and yes I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dr. Koch, and I came from Washington DC for this second procedure. I made a great decision."


Testi "I moved from California to New York about two years ago so I needed to find a new plastic surgeon to replace my old surgeon. I went to a couple of consults before I met Dr. Koch. My prior consult experience was rushed and I left with an unsure feeling toward the doctor. After my consult with Dr. Koch I was sure it was my last consult. I finally found a board certified doctor who made me feel comfortable and impressed me with the time he spent thoroughly going over every detail of the procedure I was interested in. Not to mention he had such a wonderful personality and demeanor. I have had surgery in the past but this was by far the best experience I have ever had. Great board certified surgeon, great results, and great staff!!! What more could you ask for?"
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Testi "I was impressed with the office even before I came in for my initial consult. During my first phone call to the office, all of my questions were answered. Information on the practice, doctor, and the procedure I was interested in were mailed to me prior to my consult. Not only was I impressed with the staff but my experience with Dr. Koch was great!! He spent lots of time with me answering all my questions and going over all my options for a breast augmentation. I had a full examination, tried on implants, watched a video, and they also did computer digital imaging on my photo to show me an estimate of my post-operative appearance. The day of surgery, they made me feel very comfortable and at ease. The service and care I received before and after surgery was fit for a queen. I couldn’t have been any more pleased with my doctor and my results."
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Qualifications

Dr. Michael R. Koch is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and specializes in cosmetic surgery, breast surgery and microsurgical reconstruction. He received his plastic surgical training at the UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles and also completed an additional yearlong Fellowship in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at the Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.

Dr. Koch is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the New York Medical College and the Chief of the Microsurgery and Replantation service at the Westchester Medical Center. He is a diplomate of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of many well-known professional societies including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Born in London, raised in Perthshire, Scotland, and transplanted to Southern California, Dr. Koch attended the University of California at Santa Barbara (BA 1989) and Hahnemann University School of Medicine (MD 1993). Prior to his training in plastic surgery he completed an Internship and Residency in General Surgery at the George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC as well as a Research Fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.

Dr. Koch has a strong belief in sharing his surgical skills and expertise overseas and has made numerous trips to Africa, Viet Nam, South America and the Philippines to provide plastic surgical care. He is also an avid bicycle rider and has a keen interest in the culinary arts.


Education

Trinity College Glenalmond – Perthshire, Scotland
Oxford and Cambridge O Level Certificates

University of California at Santa Barbara – Santa Barbara, CA
Bachelor of Arts – Biological Sciences, May 1989

Hahnemann University School of Medicine – Philadelphia, PA
Doctor of Medicine, May 1993


Post–Doctoral Training

Intern, General Surgery
The George Washington University Medical Center – Washington, DC
July 1993 – June 1994
Program Director: Bruce A. Orkin, M.D.

Resident, General Surgery
The George Washington University Medical Center – Washington, DC
July 1994 – June 1999
Chairman: Joseph M. Giordano, M.D.
Program Director: Paul Lin, M.D.

Research Fellow
Laboratory of Chemoprevention
National Cancer Institute, N.I.H. – Bethesda, MD
July 1996 – June 1997
Principal Investigator/Supervisor: Anita B. Roberts, Ph.D.

Resident, Plastic Surgery
UCLA Medical Center – Los Angeles, CA
July 1999 – June 2001
Chief: William W. Shaw, M.D.

Fellow, Aesthetic Surgery
Lenox Hill Hospital – New York, NY
July 2001 – June 2002
Chief: Norman H. Schulman, M.D.


Medical Licensure

ATLS certified, 1994
State of Maryland Board of Medicine, 1996
District of Columbia Board of Medicine, 1997
State of California Board of Medicine, 1999
New York State Medical Board, 2001
ACLS recertified, 2003


Certifications

American Board of Plastic Surgery – Diplomate
ABPS Candidate 108010, 2003

National Board of Medical Examiners – Diplomate, 1994

American College of Surgeons – Fellow, October, 2007


Professional Societies

American Society of Plastic Surgery
American Society of Aesthetic Surgery
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
American Medical Association
American College of Surgeons
New York Academy of Science
Surgical Society of the New York Medical College


Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • NaturalFill Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
  • Breast Implant Removal/Revision
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction
  • Male Breast Reduction

Body Procedures

  • Liposuction
  • I-Liposuction
  • Aqua Liposuction
  • Smart Liposuction
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Mommy Makeovers
  • Body Contouring After Weight Loss
  • Buttock and Thigh Lift

Face Procedures

  • Face Lift & Neck Lift
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Brow Lift
  • Ear Shaping
  • Facial Implants
  • Chin Augmentation
  • Lip Augmentation

Reconstructive Procedures

  • Pediatric Plastic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Burn Care
  • Microsurgery
  • Craniofacial Surgery
  • Skin Cancer Surgery
  • Wound Healing
  • Scar Reviaion

Medical Spa Services

  • BOTOX® Cosmetic
  • Injectable Fillers
  • Chemical Peels
  • Skin Care Products
  • Latisse
  • Ultherapy