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Erel Laufer, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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We are committed to providing our patients with the following:

A surgeon who is both Board Certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Specialized in Cosmetic Surgery; whose credentials and training are exceptional.

An office staff who is accessible, efficient, knowledgeable, and pleasant; whose sophisticated computer system allows accurate scheduling and record keeping.

A nursing Staff who specializes is Plastic Surgery and can provide the individualized patient care your deserve.

A relaxing office environment for in-depth consultation and preoperative discussion.

An abundance of patient information brochures and booklets which will answer many of your questions.

A safe, sophisticated surgical centre with modern monitoring and anesthesia equipment plus superb surgical equipment.

A commitment to total postoperative care, from the initial recovery period through to annual check-ups.

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Office

Welcome to Palm Harbor Plastic Surgery Centre - Meet Our Staff - Linda and Brenda, our Front Desk staff; Liz and Jesse, our Aestheticians; Robin, our Billing & Insurance administrator.

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Testimonials


Testi "Dr. Laufer is so friendly and helpful and made me feel comfortable. Please continue to be friendly. I really felt that Dr. Laufer cared about my concerns. Thank You!"


Testi "I felt more comfortable with Dr. Laufer and his staff. Dr. Laufer was more patient, personable, informative and understanding. I made the right decision. I love my boobs!!"


Testi "Dr. Laufer is amazing! I couldn't be happier. The surgery (breast augmentation) has changed my life and how I feel about myself!"


Testi "Everyone I met was extremely professional and friendly...the whole office atmosphere was pleasant and very organized. After my initial consultation, I was very impressed with Dr. Laufer and how he answered my questions. All the staff were extremely nice, and after meeting 2 girls who had rhinoplasty only a week before my visit...that was all it took to make up my mind to have it done myself. I wouldn't have dreamt of going anywhere else."


Testi "The staff and Tracy (the office manager) were wonderful. The office was very clean. The reputation of Dr. Laufer was very good."


Testi "Dr. Laufer understood exactly what I wanted and the results were incredible. I can not wait to put on a bikini this summer."


Testi "I chose your office because I like Dr. Laufer a lot. I heard excellent stuff about him. He made me feel comfortable."


Testi "I had complete trust in Doctor Laufer. I knew of a lot of people that had gone to him that had no complaints whatsoever."


Testi "After meeting with Dr. Laufer, I felt so comfortable that I didn't feel the need to go elsewhere."


Testi "I'm very pleased. My result is beyond expectation."


Testi "Dr. Laufer was caring. The facility was clean and everyone I came across was friendly. Your surgery centre offered a comfortable atmosphere. First impression- completely satisfied."


Testi "I felt Dr. Laufer had a great deal to offer and I liked the office staff. I felt he (Dr. Laufer) had the best qualifications and he listened to what I wanted."



Qualifications

Erel Laufer, M.D., F.A.C.S. is the director and founder of The Palm Harbor Plastic Surgery Centre. Dr. Laufer has been in Pinellas County since 1984 serving his patients.

The culmination of his fine work and artistic achievements in cosmetic surgery have earned him an excellent reputation among his peers and in the medical community.

Dr. Laufer takes special interest in cosmetic breast surgery, nasal reshaping and facial rejuvenation.


Education

Graduated from the University of Strasbourg, France 1968-1975
Doctor of Medicine University Louis Pasteur, France 1975


Residency

Trained in general Surgery in France and Israel
General Surgery Mt. Sinai and St. Francis Hospitals, Hartford, Connecticut, 1977-79
General Surgery Long Island Jewish Hillside Medical Center, New York (Chief Resident), 1979-82
Plastic Surgery University of Florida and Shands Hospital, Gainesville, Florida, 1982-84


Board Certification

American Board of Surgery 1983
American Board of Plastic Surgery 1986


Fellowships/Societies/Memberships

Fellow American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.)
Member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Member Florida Medical Association
Member Pinellas County Medical Society


Hospital Affiliations

Mease Morton Plant (Countryside and Dunedin)
Mease Countryside Surgery Center
Countryside Surgery Center


Continuing Medical Education (CME)

ACLS Provider American Heart Association

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammaplasty)
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
  • Breast Reduction
  • Breast Implant Revision/Exchange
  • Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia)

Body Procedures

  • Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
  • Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
  • Liposuction (Suction-Assisted Lipectomy)

Face Procedures

  • ContourLift™ facial rejuvenation
  • Ear Pinning (Otoplasty)
  • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
  • Facial Implants
  • Forehead Lift
  • Lip Augmentation
  • Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
  • Wrinkle Treatments (BOTOX®)

Reconstructive Procedures

  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Burn Care (Skin Grafts)
  • Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Correction)
  • Hand Surgery (Carpal Tunnel, Dupuytren's, Tendons, Nerves)
  • Skin Cancers (Basal Cell, Squamous Cell, Melanoma)
  • Scar Revision

Skin Treatments

  • Endermologie®
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Lymphobiology
  • Blue Peel (Obagi)
  • Permanent Cosmetics
  • Laser Treatment