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Lisa Gfrerer, M.D., Ph.D.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Locations and Appointments

Insurances Accepted

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Specialties
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Personal Statement

Biographical Info

Lisa Gfrerer, MD, PhD, is Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at AVÑо¿Ëù, Director of the Head and Facial Pain Program, and President of the Migraine Surgery Society. She completed her PhD, plastic surgery residency, and advanced fellowship training in peripheral nerve surgery and microsurgery at Harvard Medical School and Mass General Brigham.

Dr. Gfrerer is a peripheral nerve, breast, and aesthetic surgeon and NIH-funded translational investigator. Her clinical and research programs focus on headache and facial pain, breast and chest reinnervation, and the preservation and restoration of nerve function in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Her research integrates artificial intelligence, advanced nerve imaging, clinical outcomes, and technology development to advance the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral nerve conditions.

Dr. Gfrerer holds leadership positions in national societies in peripheral nerve and plastic surgery and is actively involved in surgical innovation and entrepreneurship, translating emerging technologies from research into clinical care.

Board Certifications
American Board of Plastic Surgery
American College of Surgeons
Clinical Expertise
Gender-Affirming Surgery
Mastectomy Reconstruction
Breast Reconstruction
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Breast Reconstruction With Implants
Onco-Plastic Surgery
Reconstructive Microsurgery
Cosmetic Surgery
Ulnar Nerve Decompression at the Elbow
Breast Reconstruction With Free Flap
Breast Reconstruction With DIEP Free Flap
Breast Reconstruction With SIEA Free Flap
Breast Reduction
Blepharoplasty
Otoplasty For Prominent Ear Correction
Rhinoplasty
Juvederm Fillers
Botulinum Toxin (Botox Injection)
Breast Augmentation
Abdominoplasty
Liposuction
Microsurgery
Facelifts
Neck Lift
Occipital Neuralgia
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Diabetic Neuropathy
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Injection, Botulinum Toxin
Nerve Blocks
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Breast Implant Reconstruction
Mastectomy With Breast Reconstruction
Neuroma
Sciatic Nerve
Neuropathy, Peroneal Nerve
Headaches
Dystonia
Education 
  • Ph.D.
    Medical University of Vienna (Austria)
    2014
  • B.A.
    University of Vienna (Austria)
    2012
  • M.D.
    Medical University of Vienna (Austria)
    2011
Appointments 
  • Associate Attending Surgeon
    NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Associate Attending Surgeon
    NewYork-Presbyterian/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
  • Associate Professor of Surgery (Plastic Surgery)
    Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University
Research
Videos

Walter Sobba's Story | Dr. Lisa Gfrerer | AVÑо¿Ëù Surgery

LJ Granered's Patient Story | Dr. Lisa Gfrerer | AVÑо¿Ëù Surgery

Relationships and collaborations with for-profit and not-for profit organizations are of vital importance to our faculty because these exchanges of scientific information foster innovation. As experts in their fields, AVÑо¿Ëù physicians and scientists are sought after by many organizations to consult and educate. AVÑо¿Ëù and its faculty make this information available to the public, thus creating a transparent environment.

Leadership Roles: 
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