Dr. David Light

Dr. David Light Dr. Light is a fellowship trained, board certified plastic surgeon.

He specializes in microsurgical natural tissue breast reconstruction, explant surgery and aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts and body.

Ni**le ar**la sparing mastectomies (NASM) can deliver outstanding results. For women with larger or longer breasts (ni*...
03/22/2025

Ni**le ar**la sparing mastectomies (NASM) can deliver outstanding results. For women with larger or longer breasts (ni**le position is low or ptotic) performing a breast reduction or lift first can transform a poor NASM candidate into an ideal candidate. I wait 8 weeks in between the reduction/lift and the NASM/reconstruction. These cases are easily performed in patients who are high risk, but can also be performed in patients with a cancer diagnosis.⁠
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This patent underwent a breast lift (mastopexy) followed by a NASM and DIEP flap 8 weeks later. Let me know if you have any questions!⁠
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Looking forward to joining tonight at 6 PMEST to discuss some common challenges that we face in both implant and autolo...
02/06/2025

Looking forward to joining tonight at 6 PMEST to discuss some common challenges that we face in both implant and autologous breast reconstruction!

Love this!!! First time anyone came with their own instructions on how to perform their surgery! 💯 respect for a women...
08/17/2024

Love this!!! First time anyone came with their own instructions on how to perform their surgery! 💯 respect for a women with a plan!

I am incredibly honored to share that I will be receiving the Sharsheret Maimonides Award! This recognition is not just ...
08/01/2024

I am incredibly honored to share that I will be receiving the Sharsheret Maimonides Award! This recognition is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the power of community and the incredible work being done by Sharsheret to support those facing breast and ovarian cancer.

Sharsheret’s mission to improve the lives of women and families affected by these cancers is close to my heart. I invite you all to join me in supporting this vital cause. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.

To donate, click the link in my Linktree or visit
sharsheret.org/tristate-benefit2024

Thank you!

Humbled to be featured in the October issue of . Grateful for their help in spreading the word about breast cancer aware...
10/25/2023

Humbled to be featured in the October issue of . Grateful for their help in spreading the word about breast cancer awareness and breast reconstruction options!

・・・NEW INSIGHTS EPISODE IS HERE! How do you know what you need to know when you’ve never needed to know it? Dr. David ...
06/05/2023


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NEW INSIGHTS EPISODE IS HERE! How do you know what you need to know when you’ve never needed to know it? Dr. David Light and Mollie Sugarman, Clinical Director of the Patient Empowerment Program join four of our patients as they share their personal journeys on how breast cancer has affected their lives. ⁠
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Watch now: nybra.com/blog or link in bio!⁠
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Not my ordinary morning. Spent a couple of hours at US Ergonomics undergoing dexterity and EMG testing for a surgical gl...
05/09/2023

Not my ordinary morning. Spent a couple of hours at US Ergonomics undergoing dexterity and EMG testing for a surgical glove study. Big thanks to both Kevin Costellos!

・・・“Everything that was fun, all the good things in life, friendships, relationships, I would put it off. I was very f...
05/04/2023


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“Everything that was fun, all the good things in life, friendships, relationships, I would put it off. I was very future oriented. And I realized I have to start living more now,” Jennifer said of her life before breast cancer.⁠
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She underwent chemotherapy prior to surgery, which gave her time to consider her options. After copious research and reflection, Jennifer chose to have bilateral mastectomies with DIEP flap breast reconstruction with Dr. David Light.⁠
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✨ Discover more with Jennifer about self-talk, revelations, and wisdom. Check out the full story at www.nybra.com/blog

Thank you!!! You make what I do seem like the farthest thing from work!!・・・Happy National Doctors Day .davidlight! ...
03/31/2023

Thank you!!! You make what I do seem like the farthest thing from work!!
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Happy National Doctors Day .davidlight! There are no words to describe how appreciative I am to have you as my doctor. You made my journey through reconstruction worry free. I am not good with visualizing things. I had a hard time visualizing how I would look at the end of all of this and let me say I look better than I could ever have imagined. Hearing the words you have breast cancer is devastating no matter what stage. I can’t even remember everything we discussed during my first consultation my mind was all over the place. But the one thing I knew for sure was that I was in the right place the right surgeon. I remember leaving and my parents asked me what I thought and if I wanted to look for another surgeon that was in network. I said no I’m staying with Dr. Light. I just felt the sense of comfort from the moment I stepped into NYBRA. I am so happy I stuck with my gut feelings with him. Dr. Light cares about each and everyone of his patients and goes above and beyond for us. He has such a calming aura which made going in for surgery easy. I became friends with other patients of his and they will say the same about him. So if anyone is looking for an amazing plastic surgeon look no further head to NYBRA and see Dr. Light!

Today was the second male chest wall reconstruction I performed this month for male breast cancer. For men, there is no...
03/21/2023

Today was the second male chest wall reconstruction I performed this month for male breast cancer. For men, there is no screening available and most are detected on physical exam. The challenge in men is that many do not realize they have breast tissue. Lumps in their chest are often ignored and allowed to grow.⁠
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Men with genetic mutations, such as BRCA, have an increase in their lifetime risk for breast cancer. Genetic mutations for breast cancer are more often found in women, given the higher incidence of breast cancer in women. It is important not to ignore the men in a family when a mutation such as BRCA is found. Men should be tested and cancer surveillance should be increased if they test positive. Some men also opt to undergo prophylactic mastectomies.⁠
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An aesthetic flat closure is an important option that should be discussed with women planning on undergoing a mastectomy...
03/09/2023

An aesthetic flat closure is an important option that should be discussed with women planning on undergoing a mastectomy or explant surgery. During an aesthetic flat closure, excess breast skin and tissue is removed so that the chest wall skin heals with a smooth, flat appearance. Depending on the patient’s breast size, different incision patterns are used to prevent contour irregularities and “dog ear” deformities. ⁠
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Aesthetic flat closures can be performed at the time of a mastectomy, following an explant surgery or for patients that have previously undergone a mastectomy but are not happy with the contour/appearance of their chest wall. ⁠
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For more information on aesthetic flat closures, you can contact me at (516) 498-8400.⁠
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833 NORTHERN Boulevard
Great Neck, NY
11021

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15164988400

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