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Dr. Debra M. Kroll, MD - Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology in New York, New York

Dr. Debra M. Kroll, MD

Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

New York, New York
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1669408498· License: 237914 (NY) verify
Medical school: Tufts University School Of Medicine · Graduated 1999
Industry payments (2024): $14 across 1 payment (what this means)
4.84(10 ratings)

Consultation $300

About

Dr. Debra M. Kroll is a Board Certified Oculoplastic Surgeon practicing in New York, New York. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in oculofacial plastic surgery and is an expert in eyelid surgery. Dr. Kroll is a member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) and supports vision and corneal transplantation. Dr. Kroll emphasizes a modern approach to upper blepharoplasty, removing only skin to maintain volume, which she considers a sign of youth. She prefers to leave muscle and fat, conservatively sculpting any fat puffs for natural results. For male blepharoplasty, she notes that aggressive fat or muscle removal can expose the eyelid platform, leading to a less masculine appearance. She performs brow recontour, a procedure that can improve lateral hooding not fully treatable with eyelid surgery alone. Dr. Kroll advises patients to pause blood thinners before eyelid surgery for a smoother recovery after consulting their prescribing doctor, and stresses reviewing a surgeon’s before and after pictures to align expectations.

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Specialties

  • Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

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18 Hours Post-op

$400

Restylane

$788

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Debra M. Kroll

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What pre-operative instructions are important for eyelid surgery, especially regarding blood thinners?
It is crucial to pause any blood thinners before eyelid surgery. Patients taking blood thinners for a medical reason must speak to their prescribing doctor to get guidance on when to safely stop and restart them. This step helps ensure a smoother surgery and faster post-operative recovery.
What is Dr. Kroll's preferred timing for upper eyelid blepharoplasty relative to neuromodulator injections?
Dr. Kroll prefers to perform upper eyelid blepharoplasty before neuromodulator injections. This is because changes in eyebrow position (either higher or lower) can occur after blepharoplasty, which could impact the amount of skin that needs to be removed. It is best to wait until after the surgery to have neuromodulator injections performed.
What is the typical post-operative follow-up schedule for blepharoplasty patients?
Patients who undergo blepharoplasty typically have a one-week post-operative visit.
What is the recovery and scarring like for a brow reset procedure?
The incision from a brow reset procedure is typically a hairline incision that hides very nicely and is covered by hair. Patients can expect to see healing at the six-week post-operative mark.
How does a brow reset procedure differ from a traditional brow lift?
A brow reset procedure differs from a traditional brow lift. A traditional brow lift focuses on reshaping and recontouring the arch and tail of the eyebrow, while a brow reset can enhance the look of health and well-being and improve lateral hooding that cannot be fully treated with eyelid surgery alone.
Are there specific considerations for male blepharoplasty to maintain a masculine appearance?
Yes, during male blepharoplasty, aggressive fat and/or muscle removal can expose the top of the eyelid platform, which is typically a feminine trait. This can lead to a less masculine appearance, so it's important to discuss surgical technique to avoid this outcome.
What is Dr. Kroll's advice for patients reviewing a surgeon's before and after pictures?
Dr. Kroll emphasizes that it is really important for patients to review a surgeon’s before and after pictures to ensure their expectations align with potential surgical outcomes before proceeding with surgery.

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Patient Experience

Dr. Debra M. Kroll Review Summary

4.9
Dr. Kroll has exceptional ratings across multiple platforms. She boasts a perfect 5.0 from 15 reviews, a 5/5 on Yelp and Facebook, and an impressive 4.8/5 on Google Reviews. Overall, patients consistently praise her skills and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

5 out of 5

Based on 2 reviews

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facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 4 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Based on 25 reviews

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Dr. Debra M. Kroll, MD - Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology in New York, New York

Main Office

1056 5th Ave Suite 1B, New York, New York

(212) 585-4302

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $300

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 (2024)

$14

Payments

1

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Debra M. Kroll received $14 across 1 payment in 2024. 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 Galderma Laboratories, L.P..

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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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

1056 5th Ave Suite 1B

New York, New York 10028

Office Information

Phone: (212) 585-4302

Where does Dr. Debra M. Kroll practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

1056 5th Ave Suite 1B, New York, New York 10028

(15 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Tufts University School Of Medicine
Internship, Transitional Year
Residency, Ophthalmology
Fellowship, Ophthalmology

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified In Ophthalmology
Board-certified Diplomate

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Debra M. Kroll online?
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Does Dr. Debra M. Kroll offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Debra M. Kroll?
Patients rave about Dr. Kroll's expertise, particularly in filler placement and eyelid surgery. They describe her as skilled, gentle, and caring, highlighting her ability to achieve natural-looking results. Many patients specifically mention her positive impact on their appearance and confidence.
What areas of care does Dr. Debra M. Kroll cater to?
Dr. Kroll specializes in oculoplastic surgery, focusing on cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the eyelids and surrounding facial area. Her expertise includes blepharoplasty, ptosis surgery, mole removal, and injectables like Restylane. She also addresses issues related to facial aesthetics and eyelid rejuvenation. For upper blepharoplasty, Dr. Kroll follows the modern trend of removing only skin and maintaining volume, as this approach is considered a sign of youth. She prefers to leave behind muscle and fat, and if a puff of fat is present, she sculpts it conservatively to achieve natural-looking results.