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David M. Monacelli, MD - Cayuga Plastic Surgery
4.8 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · Tummy tuck surgeon in Ithaca, New York
Plan your consultation
- Board certification confirm this surgeon's certification directly with the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Check the ABPS registry →
- Phone +1 607-266-0483
- Website cayugahealth.org — book a consultation and see their before/after galleries
What patients say again and again
“I have been under his care for many years now… He is kind and courteous with amazing bedside manner, and his work is beautiful, truly, a gifted surgeon…”
“Front office is professional,friendly,accommodating and a great example of what the front desk should be,many others could learn from them.”
“The surgery went very smoothly, and my after care has been excellent, as well.”
From the reviews
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Monacelli. From start to finish, the level of professionalism was outstanding. Dr. Monacelli is incredibly thorough, taking the time to ensure every detail is addressed. What truly sets this doctor apart is the way everything is explained so clearly and patiently.
I am very pleased with the experience I had with Dr.Monacelli and his office. From my consult appointment to the follow up appointments after my surgery to remove basal cell carcinoma from my nose I couldn’t have asked for a more positive experience and outcome. All of the office staff are very pleasant and welcoming.
Front office is professional,friendly,accommodating and a great example of what the front desk should be,many others could learn from them. Dr. Monacelli is nothing short of brilliant!
I have been under his care for many years now… He is kind and courteous with amazing bedside manner, and his work is beautiful, truly, a gifted surgeon…
Researching a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is major surgery with real risks and a recovery that usually runs several weeks — this page is a starting point for finding a surgeon, not medical advice. The most useful next step is a consultation, where a surgeon reviews your health history, examines you, talks through your options, and gives a personal quote. Bring questions and don't rush the decision.
Questions worth asking: Are you board-certified in plastic surgery (and can I verify it)? Where would you operate, and is the facility accredited? Can I see before-and-after photos of your own patients? What are the risks and the realistic recovery timeline for me? What's your revision policy if something needs adjusting? Whatever a listing says, always verify certification directly with the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) at abplasticsurgery.org, and discuss your candidacy, risks, and recovery with the surgeon.
