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Dr. Melissa Doft, MD

Dr. Melissa Doft, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*

Dr. Melissa Doft, MD is a plastic surgeon in New York, NY. She is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

755 Park Ave New York, NY 10021

Make an Appointment

(212) 600-4109

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Doft is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital New York, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Doft specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Doft's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Doft

4.4

26 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
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85%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
12%
12%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Liana – Aug 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Roberta Samay – Jun 21, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Takoma Park – Nov 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sylvia in New York, NY – Mar 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elizabeth Goggins in Cos Cob, CT – May 11, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Apr 24, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Irene in New York – Apr 15, 2016
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

I believe individuality should be celebrated. As a plastic surgeon, my goal is not to change your unique expressions and features but to refine your facial or body image, enhancing and restoring your natural beauty.

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • New York-presbyterian Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • New York-presbyterian Hospital-columbia University

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of California, San Francisco

    Internship Hospital

  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • Dartmouth College

    Undergraduate School

  • Ucsf Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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  • Goulian Award for Academic Excellence in Plastic Surgery, 2011

  • Valentine Mott Medal for academic achievement in Anatomy, Cell Biology, Histology, and Embryology, 2004

  • Alpha Omega Alpha award for highest cumulative average over four years of medical school, 2004

  • The Arnold P. Gold Foundation Circle of Excellence Award for Humanitarianism and Excellence in Teaching, 2008, 2009

  • Alumnae Golden Key Pin award for academic achievement and commitment to extracurricular activities, 2004

  • The Kosciuszko Foundation Dr.Marie Zakrzewska Medical Scholarship for academic excellence, 2001

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Locations

Practice

Park Ave. Eye Institute755 Park Ave New York, NY 10021
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Practice

Office177 Fort Washington Ave Ste 313 New York, NY 10032
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St
    New York, NY 10075
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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