I wanted to wait to heal before I shared this review. I'm now 6months post op from a breast lift…read moreand implant exchange. I've gone back and forth whether to share this mediocre review, but I feel it's important for others to be informed before committing and know what to expect if you pick this office. In mid-2024, I went in for a consultation with Dr. Nik. My first impression was mixed, he was over an hour late and the NJ office isn't his, it's a rented space with limited seating. I initially gave the benefit of the doubt for the late arrival, assuming it was due to surgery or traffic. When he arrived, he was extremely friendly and personable, very likable in person despite the delay and strange office space. So I changed my thought on him.
Following the consultation, I waited weeks to receive my pricing estimate for the procedures. I understand that coordinating with insurance and estimating procedures takes time, so I remained patient. Eventually, I had to follow up myself, and after another wait, the surgical coordinator sent the quote. This was for a breast lift, implant exchange, and C-section scar revision.
I spent several weeks considering my options. I ultimately decided to move forward with the breast surgery as I saw photos of his work and was pleased with them, but opted out of the C-section scar revision, as they couldn't provide any photos or examples of previous work. That made me uneasy, and I didn't feel comfortable proceeding without some proof of results. Overall I really like Dr. Nik, and felt comfortable, so I proceeded with the breast surgery.
My breast surgery was scheduled for December 2024. The hospital check-in was smooth at LIJ, and I was the first case of the day. Nurses so nice too. However, Dr. Nik was late to my surgery start. The anesthesiologist even commented that he's always late and seemed visibly frustrated. This aligned with my own experience, he has been 1-2 hours behind for nearly every appointment, whether in person or virtual pre and post op. He's not great with time management, or they overbook him which is likely the case.
As for the outcome of my surgery, I would describe it as just okay. I'm not thrilled, but I'm not entirely unhappy either. The results are passable, not outstanding, not terrible. The size and lift I have no complaints, but my nipples are slightly uneven, different sizes and one points to the left too much. I wouldn't discourage anyone from going to him, but I wouldn't recommend him enthusiastically either. I am 50/50 and ultimately one should be ecstatic after plastic surgery, but after this I was just very much "oh they're okay" type of attitude. I've told Dr. Nik this and the nurses too. He did send me to have laser in his office, which I've done and hoping the redness from scarring goes down more to help reduce how visibly different sizes the nipples are.
In short, the work will get done, and you'll be in safe hands, but expect average results, not perfection, and consistent delays across the board. His staff, like him, are kind and pleasant, but they struggle with time management too so keep that in mind when or if you book.