Elegant medical office in Manhattan
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

What Would You Look Like If No One Was Watching?

For over three decades, Dr. Gerald H. Pitman has helped patients in New York and beyond discover the quiet confidence that comes when your appearance finally matches the person you feel you are inside.

30+
Years of Practice
FACS
Board Certified
Manhattan
Private Practice
Dr. Gerald H. Pitman in his Manhattan practice

Precision Meets Artistry

Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Gerald H. Pitman brings a rare combination of surgical discipline and aesthetic sensibility to every procedure.

His Manhattan practice on the Upper East Side has served patients for over thirty years — people who want results that look unmistakably natural, as though they simply reveal the person underneath rather than suggesting they've had work done.

Dr. Pitman believes the best outcome isn't the most dramatic one — it's the one where the patient looks in the mirror and sees themselves, only refreshed, only rested, only exactly right.

Board Certified — American Board of Plastic Surgery
Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Attending Physician — NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell
Private Practice — Upper East Side, Manhattan

Crafted for Subtlety

Every procedure is tailored to your unique anatomy and goals, with an emphasis on results that enhance rather than alter — natural-looking, proportionate, and timeless.

Facial Rejuvenation

Rhytidectomy (facelift), neck lift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), and brow lift — each designed to restore youthful contour while preserving your distinctive expression.

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Breast Surgery

Breast augmentation, revision, reduction, and reconstruction — approached with attention to proportion, symmetry, and the natural movement and feel you deserve.

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Body Contouring

Liposuction, abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, and lower body lift — sculpting the silhouette you've worked for, especially after significant weight loss or pregnancy.

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Rhinoplasty

Nasal reshaping for both aesthetic refinement and functional improvement — harmonizing the nose with your other features while supporting healthy breathing.

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Non-Surgical Treatments

Botox, dermal fillers, and skin rejuvenation — subtle enhancements that soften lines and restore volume without the commitment of surgery.

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Revision Surgery

Correcting or refining previous procedures — whether from another surgeon or your own earlier work — with the experience to navigate complex revision cases.

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Three Principles That Guide Everything

01

Restraint Is a Skill

The most common request isn't "do more" — it's "make it look like nothing." Dr. Pitman's philosophy centers on enhancement over transformation, ensuring results that feel authentic to each patient.

02

Privacy Is Sacred

Your Upper East Side practice offers discrete, private consultations. Every interaction is handled with the utmost confidentiality — because your decision to pursue surgery is deeply personal.

03

Longevity Over Shortcuts

Techniques are chosen not for the quickest recovery or the most immediate result, but for outcomes that hold their shape and elegance for decades — because your future self matters.

Words from Those Who Trusted the Process

Real experiences from patients who chose Dr. Pitman for their procedure — each story reflecting the same commitment to natural results and genuine care.

"I spent years looking at before-and-after photos, trying to find a surgeon who could make my face look like *me* — just rested, just right. Dr. Pitman understood exactly what I meant. Six months later, people tell me I look 'different' but can't say what. That's the result I wanted."

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Sarah M.
Facelift & Neck Lift — Manhattan

"After two pregnancies, I felt like my body didn't belong to me anymore. Dr. Pitman was honest about what surgery could and couldn't do — he didn't oversell. The results exceeded my expectations, and the recovery was far smoother than I feared."

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Jennifer L.
Mommy Makeover — Upper West Side

"What struck me most was the lack of salesmanship. No pressure, no upselling — just a thorough conversation about my goals and a clear plan. Dr. Pitman's bedside manner is as refined as his technique. I'd recommend him without hesitation."

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Michael R.
Rhinoplasty — Brooklyn

Your Consultation Starts Here

A consultation with Dr. Pitman is an opportunity to ask questions, understand your options, and decide — with confidence — whether surgery is right for you. There is no obligation, no pressure, and no rush.

170 E 73rd St, New York, NY 10021
By Appointment Only

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