Long Island Plastic Surgical Group (LIPSG) Nominated in Four Categories for Best of Long Island 2014 Awards

GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Oct. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, the largest and longest-running private academic plastic surgical practice in the nation, has once again been nominated in four categories for the Bethpage Best of Long Island contest hosted by the Long Island Press for 2014. 

The practice is pleased to announce that they have been selected as a candidate for "Best Plastic Surgery Group," "Best Botox Practice" and "Best Laser Treatment Center- Aesthetic Center." In addition to these exciting nominations a number of the group's physicians have also been recognized in the category of "Best Cosmetic Surgeon," these doctors include Dr. Vincent DiGregorio of Garden City, Dr. Matthew Kilgo of East Williston, and previous winner, Dr. Leland Deane of Lloyd Harbor.

Long Island Plastic Surgical Group has been named "Best Plastic Surgery Group" for the last six years, as well as "Best BOTOX® Practice" for two years. In addition the practice's comprehensive skin rejuvenation medical spa, Aesthetic Center has been named "Best Laser Treatment Center" for three consecutive years, beginning in 2011.

The annual Best of Long Island contest, which has been conducted by the Long Island Press for nearly a decade, recognizes people and businesses in over 360 categories, and is voted on by members of the Long Island community. The results for the 2014 year are set to be announced this coming January.  

"We are truly honored to be recognized by the Best of Long Island contest for the 2014 year," commented Gary Blank, Executive Director of LIPSG.  "These nominations remain incredibly meaningful to our practice because they reflect the opinions of the community we are serving."

LIPSG is an award-winning practice with several of its surgeons receiving the prestigious Castle Connolly Top Doctors award as well as Top Doctors recognition from US News and World Report.  LIPSG surgeons have authored more than 200 publications and have been featured in the media on Discovery Health, 60 Minutes, Today Show and CNN as well as in New York Times and Forbes.

The  surgeons in practice at LIPSG include:  Vincent R. DiGregorio, MD, FACS;  Roger L. Simpson, MD, MBA, FACS;  Bruce W. Brewer, MD, FACS;  Leland M. Deane, MD, MBA, FACS;  Barry K. Douglas, MD, FACS;  Laurence T. Glickman, MD, MSc, FACS;  Kaveh Alizadeh, MD, MSc, FACS; Louis H. Riina, MD;  Thomas Davenport, MD, FACS; Matthew S. Kilgo, MD, FACS; Rachel A. Ruotolo, MD; Michael Dobryansky, MD, FACS;  Tommaso Addona, MD, FACS; Jerry W. Chang, MD; Joshua D. Zuckerman, MD;  Noel B. Natoli, MD;  Brian A. Pinsky, MD;  Frederick N. Lukash, MD, FACS, FAAP; George D. Xipoleas, MD.

About Long Island Plastic Surgical Group

For 65 years, Long Island Plastic Surgical Group has been dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care, while pioneering and performing the most advanced reconstructive and cosmetic surgical procedures. As the largest and longest running private academic plastic surgical practice in the nation, LIPSG surgeons have over 250 years combined experience as leaders and innovators in the field. The size of the practice and diversity of expertise is reflected in its 10 specialty centers: Skin Care and Age Management; Non-invasive and Surgical Facial Rejuvenation; Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery; Facial Reanimation and Peripheral Nerve Repair; Microsurgery and Hand Reconstruction; Breast and Body Cosmetic Surgery; Burns and Complex Wound Management; Breast Reconstruction Surgery; Post-Weight Loss Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery; and Migraine Treatment. For more information about LIPSG, visit www.lipsg.com .

About Aesthetic Center

Aesthetic Center at LIPSG is a comprehensive skin rejuvenation medical spa offering only the most advanced, results-oriented treatments and products with proven results to restore healthy skin for a more youthful appearance. Unlike other skin rejuvenation facilities, Aesthetic Center is overseen by Long Island Plastic Surgical Group's highly experienced plastic surgeons and is staffed by the highest level clinicians including physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and medical aestheticians. The Aesthetic Center is located in Garden City, Manhasset, Babylon, and Manhattan.  For more information, visit: www.AestheticCenter.com .

CONTACT: Jeanine DiGennaro (516) 629-3835

SOURCE Long Island Plastic Surgical Group