Brett Kotlus, M.D.

Brett Kotlus, M.D. Dr. Brett Kotlus is a board-certified, fellowship-trained cosmetic and oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgeon.

ABOUT DR. KOTLUS – NYC OCULOPLASTIC SURGEON AND COSMETIC FACIAL SURGEON

Brett Kotlus, MD is a top-rated NYC oculoplastic and facial cosmetic surgeon. He is fellowship-trained in both oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. Dr. Kotlus received a Master’s degree in Genetics from the Pennsylvania State University and his medical degree from the Sackler School of Medicine. After completing his residency at the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he completed two accredited fellowships in Oculofacial Plastic Surgery and General Cosmetic Surgery in Tucson, Arizona. He subsequently served as Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Arizona. Before moving his practice to NYC in 2014, Dr. Kotlus provided surgical and non-surgical aesthetic services for 8 years in the Midwest at one of the country’s most successful cosmetic surgery offices. Dr. Kotlus is the recipient of the Robert F. Jackson Award from the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery for achieving the highest score on the board examination and Dr. Kotlus serves on the Board of Trustees for the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He also received the Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and two research grants from the Cosmetic Surgery Foundation. He developed his own eyelid surgery instruments with 3D printers and was awarded a patent for his custom aesthetic and reconstructive implant design system. Dr. Kotlus is active in charitable causes and has performed medical mission work in Mongolia with Health for Humanity. He is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai in lower Manhattan and the Northwell Health System and he accepts Aetna, Cigna, Care Connect, United Healthcare Empire Plan, Magnacare, and Medicare insurance plans.

"Extremely happy with my results!" says Elizabeth on Google
01/16/2026

"Extremely happy with my results!" says Elizabeth on Google

★★★★★ Extremely happy with my results!

"Best in nyc" says Kathleen on Google
01/07/2026

"Best in nyc" says Kathleen on Google

★★★★★ Best in nyc

"I couldn’t have asked for a better more comfortable experience considering this was my first surgery of any kind, Dr ko...
12/24/2025

"I couldn’t have asked for a better more comfortable experience considering this was my first surgery of any kind, Dr kotlus is not only an amazing surgeon he really made me feel like we have known each other for years, as far as my results from the fat transfer for my under eyes never expected the results I got amazing!!!! I don’t write reviews for lack of time but he deserves this and if your considering a surgery don’t.." says Peter on Google

★★★★★ I couldn’t have asked for a better more comfortable experience considering this was my first surgery of any kind, Dr kotlus is not only an amazing surgeon he really made me feel like we have known each other for years, as far as my results from the fat transfer for my under eyes ne...

"Great ResultsThis is my only experience with facial surgery. I had bags under my eyes and it's bothered me for awhile. ...
12/11/2025

"Great Results
This is my only experience with facial surgery. I had bags under my eyes and it's bothered me for awhile. My dermatologist recommended seeing Dr. Kotlus. My experience with him was fantastic from my first visit until my last visit post surgery. He explained the procedure and was available post surgery. The healing process was not painful. It's been around 7 weeks since I had lower eyelid surgery and laser.." says E18 on Realself

★★★★★ Great Results This is my only experience with facial surgery. I had bags under my eyes and it's bothered me for awhile. My dermatologist recommended seeing Dr. Kotlus. My experience with him was fantastic from my first visit until my last visit post surgery. He explained the procedur...

"Dr. Kotlus and his team are amazing. He made me feel at ease from the moment I met him and I couldn’t have been in bett...
11/06/2025

"Dr. Kotlus and his team are amazing. He made me feel at ease from the moment I met him and I couldn’t have been in better hands!" says Joslyn on Google

★★★★★ Dr. Kotlus and his team are amazing. He made me feel at ease from the moment I met him and I couldn’t have been in better hands!

"Everything about Dr. Kotlus and his staff is amazing. First and foremost, the work Dr. Kotlus did was perfect. But beyo...
10/28/2025

"Everything about Dr. Kotlus and his staff is amazing. First and foremost, the work Dr. Kotlus did was perfect. But beyond that, both he and his staff could not have been nicer or more accommodating. I highly recommend Dr. Kotlus to anyone!!" says Christine on Google

★★★★★ Everything about Dr. Kotlus and his staff is amazing. First and foremost, the work Dr. Kotlus did was perfect. But beyond that, both he and his staff could not have been nicer or more accommodating. I highly recommend Dr. Kotlus to anyone!!

"The experience with Dr. Kotlus and his team was A++++. Every step was so easy and the surgery was a breeze. I literal...
10/14/2025

"The experience with Dr. Kotlus and his team was A++++. Every step was so easy and the surgery was a breeze. I literally had zero pain and recovered quickly. I would highly recommend." says Kerri on Google

★★★★★ The experience with Dr. Kotlus and his team was A++++. Every step was so easy and the surgery was a breeze. I literally had zero pain and recovered quickly. I would highly recommend.

"Incredible ExperienceWorking with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I've ever had, ...
09/03/2025

"Incredible Experience
Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I've ever had, and I couldn't be happier with the results of my lower blepharoplasty from two months ago. The whole process was smooth, seamless, and completely painless. I'd 100% recommend setting up a consult with Dr. Kotlus and his team if you're considering any type of surgery in his area of expertise." says NYC1969 on Realself

★★★★★ Incredible Experience Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I've ever had, and I couldn't be happier with the results of my lower blepharoplasty from two months ago. The whole process was smooth, seamless, and completely painless. I'd 100%...

"Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, and I couldn’t be hap...
09/03/2025

"Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, and I couldn’t be happier with the results of my lower blepharoplasty from two months ago. The whole process was smooth, seamless, and completely painless. I’d 100% recommend setting up a consult with Dr. Kotlus and his team if you’re considering any type of surgery in his area of expertise." says Angelo on Google

★★★★★ Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, and I couldn’t be happier with the results of my lower blepharoplasty from two months ago. The whole process was smooth, seamless, and completely painless. I’d 100% recommend setti...

"Incredible ExperienceWorking with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I've ever had, ...
09/03/2025

"Incredible Experience
Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I've ever had, and I couldn't be happier with the results of my lower blepharoplasty from two months ago. The whole process was smooth, seamless, and completely painless. I'd 100% recommend setting up a consult with Dr. Kotlus and his team if you're considering any type of surgery in his area of expertise." says Bright342612 on Realself

★★★★★ Incredible Experience Working with Dr. Kotlus and his team has honestly been one of the best experiences I've ever had, and I couldn't be happier with the results of my lower blepharoplasty from two months ago. The whole process was smooth, seamless, and completely painless. I'd 100%...

"I recently had a facial fillers treatment done by Dr.Kotlus .The results are incredible.I would highly recommend him t...
08/22/2025

"I recently had a facial fillers treatment done by Dr.Kotlus .The results are incredible.I would highly recommend him to anyone who is considering facial fillers ...you won’t be disappointed ." says A on Google

★★★★☆ I recently had a facial fillers treatment done by Dr.Kotlus .The results are incredible.I would highly recommend him to anyone who is considering facial fillers ...you won’t be disappointed .

"I highly recommend Dr. Kotlus. I saw him in consultation today for a couple of concerns. As a physician myself, I appre...
08/14/2025

"I highly recommend Dr. Kotlus. I saw him in consultation today for a couple of concerns. As a physician myself, I appreciated his ethical, honest, and thorough approach. He informed me that I did not need surgical management—an answer that truly reflects his integrity and professionalism.

For comparison, I had another consultation scheduled afterward with a prominent UES surgeon, who recommended a procedure for the same.." says A on Google

★★★★★ I highly recommend Dr. Kotlus. I saw him in consultation today for a couple of concerns. As a physician myself, I appreciated his ethical, honest, and thorough approach. He informed me that I did not need surgical management—an answer that truly reflects his integrity and professio...

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