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Dr. Darren Smith, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in New York, New York

Dr. Darren Smith, MD, FACSVerified

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

New York, New York
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1740437904· License: 274788-1 (NY) verify

11+ years of experience · self-reported

Industry payments (2025): $257 across 5 payments (what this means)
4.9(118 ratings)

Consultation $350

In Dr. Darren Smith's own words

How Dr. Darren Smith describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Dr. Darren Smith aims to avoid having unhappy patients and performing procedures that he is not proud of.
  • We always say that elective plastic surgery is “intentional injury
  • Dr. Darren Smith believes that a successful outcome is achieved when a patient's desires are aligned with what the practice is capable of delivering.

Specialization

  • Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Technique

  • Dr. Darren Smith refers to a specific three-millimeter cannula, officially called an accelerator, as "dermal guarded" due to its design with apertures on only one surface.
  • Dr. Darren Smith uses a delicate technique with a short two-millimeter Mercedes cannula to be very precise during chin liposuction, approaching from behind or in front of the ear.
  • Dr. Darren Smith's practice offers fat grafting, using fat removed during liposuction to redistribute it to other desired areas of the body.
  • The doctor does not routinely use an "internal bra" in breast augmentation procedures.

Safety

  • Dr. Darren Smith uses a dermal-guarded cannula to safely suction more superficially close to the skin, dramatically reducing the risk of contour abnormality.

Results

  • Dr. Darren Smith's practice removes a significant portion of fat cells during liposuction, which protects the treated area against future fat accumulation.
  • Dr. Darren Smith's practice aims for results where, even if a patient gains weight post-liposuction, the treated areas remain relatively more proportionate to the rest of the body.

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About

Dr. Darren Smith, MD, FACS, is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in New York, New York. He holds advanced craniofacial surgery training and is the President of the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons (NYRSPS). Dr. Smith was recognized in Newsweek's 2026 Best Plastic Surgeons in the U.S., a distinction he finds especially meaningful as it is compiled by peer votes. Dr. Smith offers procedures including facelift, breast augmentation, liposuction, and revision buccal fat removal. He is particularly enthusiastic about express breast augmentation, a minimally invasive approach that can use a patient's own fat or the Preservé by Motiva method, allowing for a fast return to work. His practice aims for breast augmentation results that do not look like plastic surgery. While elective plastic surgery is considered an "intentional injury," Dr. Smith emphasizes that it should not be a negative experience, striving to provide a seamless and comfortable journey for patients. He also advises patients to research their provider and credentials, seeking treatment from licensed professionals under board-certified physicians.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

Everything on this page about each procedure Dr. Darren Smith offers: pricing in context, what they've said about it, related videos and photos, and what patients ask.

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Darren Smith, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Breast Augmentation

$11,000

1 patient report · 2024

About typicalTypical in New York: $7,750–$11,700 (median $9,000, 39 reports) compare ↗

Tuberous Breast Correction Surgery

$13,000

1 patient report · 2023

Above typicalTypical nationally: $6,550–$10,464 (median $7,950, 18 reports) compare ↗

Breast Fat Transfer

$22,799

1 patient report · 2023

Above typicalTypical nationally: $8,000–$16,000 (median $9,517, 49 reports) compare ↗

Facelift

$25,000

1 patient report · 2024

Above typicalTypical in New York: $14,250–$21,500 (median $16,850, 18 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Darren Smith

Sourced directly from Dr. Darren Smith's social posts and replies.

What is 'express breast augmentation'?
Express breast augmentation is a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed using a patient's own fat or the new Preservé by Motiva method, allowing for a fast return to work.
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Does Dr. Smith use an 'internal bra' in breast augmentation?
Dr. Smith does not routinely use an 'internal bra' in breast augmentation procedures.
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Under what circumstances does Dr. Smith use Galaflex mesh in breast augmentation?
Galaflex mesh may be used for lower pole support in breast augmentation cases, particularly when a patient has significant tissue laxity.
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Does Dr. Smith recommend any external resources for patients considering surgery?
Dr. Smith recommends the Fat Mascara Roundtable episode, stating it contains valuable insights for anyone considering any kind of surgery.
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What advice does Dr. Smith offer for choosing a plastic surgeon?
Dr. Smith emphasizes the importance of patients researching their provider and their credentials, and always seeking treatment from a licensed professional under the supervision of a board-certified physician such as a plastic surgeon or dermatologist.
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From Dr. Darren Smith's Instagram

@nycplasticsdoc →

Recent photos posted by @nycplasticsdoc, Dr. Darren Smith's own Instagram account. Each image opens the original post on Instagram.

Images © Dr. Darren Smith / @nycplasticsdoc, shown here with a link to the original post. Procedure labels are inferred from the post's caption and hashtags. If you are the account owner and want an image removed, contact support [at] navmds.com.

Technologies & brands Dr. Darren Smith mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Darren Smith's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

Breast implantsMotiva · 3GalaFLEX · 2
InjectablesBotox

Patient Experience

Dr. Darren Smith Review Summary

4.92
Dr. Smith has exceptional ratings, averaging 4.92 out of 5 stars across multiple platforms, including a 5.0 rating from 67 reviews, 4.9 on aedit.com, and 4.9 on Google Reviews. Patients consistently praise his skills and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

aedit.com

4.9 out of 5

Based on 92 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Based on 144 reviews

View on Google Reviews
Dr. Darren Smith, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in New York, New York

Main Office

111 E 57th St Ground Floor, New York, New York

(212) 633-0627

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $350

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$257

Payments

5

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Darren Smith received $257 across 5 payments in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (212) 633-0627

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

111 E 57th St Ground Floor

New York, New York 10022

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Office Information

Phone: (212) 633-0627

Where does Dr. Darren Smith practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

111 E 57th St Ground Floor, New York, New York 10022

(67 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Brown University

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Asps Member Plastic Surgeon
Board Certified By The American Board Of Plastic Surgery®
Facs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Darren Smith online?
It's suggested that you can likely book an appointment online, but it's best to confirm this directly with Dr. Smith's office or check online booking platforms.
Does Dr. Darren Smith offer telehealth?
Telehealth availability isn't mentioned in the provided information. Contacting the office directly is recommended to inquire about virtual consultation options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Darren Smith?
Patients rave about Dr. Smith's remarkable results and outstanding experiences, highlighting his attentive listening skills and making them feel heard. Reviews mention successful facelifts, neck lifts, breast augmentations, breast fat transfers, liposuction, and Emsculpt procedures. Patients describe natural-looking results, minimal scarring, and increased abdominal strength. Overall, patients express strong satisfaction and confidence in choosing Dr. Smith.
What areas of care does Dr. Darren Smith cater to?
Dr. Smith's areas of care include cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. He specializes in procedures such as facelifts, neck lifts, breast augmentations, breast fat transfers, liposuction, arm lifts, Emsculpt, and tuberous breast correction surgery. His advanced craniofacial surgery training suggests expertise in complex facial procedures as well. Dr. Smith is particularly enthusiastic about 'express breast augmentation'. A core philosophy is to achieve breast augmentation results that appear natural and do not look like plastic surgery. The practice views elective plastic surgery as an 'intentional injury', acknowledging the physical impact of procedures, but emphasizes that it should not be a negative experience for the patient, aiming to provide a seamless and comfortable experience for all patients, including those undergoing procedures like abdominal liposuction.