David Light, MD
Plastic Surgeon & Breast Reconstruction Specialist
Medical School
SUNY Upstate Medical University Coll of Medicine
Residency
General Surgery, Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine (2010)
Fellowship(s)
- Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program (2012)
- Reconstructive Microsurgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (2013)
Area of Expertise
- Breast Reconstruction
- Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction (DIEP, SIEA, PAP, TUG, LAP flaps)
- Aesthetic Surgery
- Explant Surgery
- Facial Rejuvenation
Years of Experience
Over 10 years
Certifications & Licensure
- Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (2014)
Biography
Dr. David Light is a fellowship-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast reconstruction and aesthetic surgery. He is recognized for his surgical expertise and compassionate care, performing over 300 primary and revision breast reconstructions annually.
Dr. Light is a pioneer in advanced breast reconstruction techniques, including hybrid flaps, extended DIEP flaps, and stacked flaps. He offers immediate sensory reconstruction (Resensation) and was the first surgeon on Long Island to perform autologous lymph node transfers and lymphovenous bypasses.
In addition to his reconstructive work, Dr. Light has a thriving aesthetic practice focusing on face, breast, and abdominal rejuvenation. His experience in complex breast reconstruction contributes to his ability to deliver natural, long-lasting results in aesthetic procedures.
Dr. Light completed his general surgery residency at Lenox Hill Hospital, followed by plastic surgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic. He further specialized with a reconstructive microsurgical fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania and Fox Chase Cancer Center.
Awards & Honors
- Chairman’s Award for exceptional leadership and academic achievement, Lenox Hill Hospital
- Best Presentation Award, American Society of Plastic Surgery
- Best Research Paper Award, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Selected Publications & Presentations
- Cohen SD, Armenakas NA, Light DM, Fracchia JA, Glasberg SB. Single-surgeon experience of 87 buccal mucosal graft harvests. Plastic & reconstructive surgery. 2012:130(1):101-4. DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0b013e318254b177
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