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Dr. Linkov is double board-certified by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
Dr. Linkov, a premier NYC-based facial plastic surgeon, is passionate about helping his patients feel confident about their appearance. His exemplary background as a dual-Ivy League educated surgeon, coupled with his advanced art training in Italy, give him a truly unique advantage as a practitioner of aesthetic facial and hair surgery. He has pioneered one of today’s most cutting edge facial procedures— the Elelyft® lip lift, which he has written about extensively and has trained other surgeons from around the world in his technique. He is also renowned for carrying out complex nasal surgery for US war veterans in need, and for teaching rhinoplasty procedures to the NYU head and neck surgery residents.
With the hands of a highly experienced surgeon and the eyes of a trained artist, Dr. Linkov brings a unique combination of skill and talent to his plastic surgery. This is evident in the wide range of recognition he has received including a featured segment on the Dr. Oz Show, where he discussed his state-of-the-art needleless PRP hair restoration procedure.
Dr. Linkov is rated by USA Today among the top three plastic surgeons in the United States for reconstruction, body modification, natural-looking results, and a commitment to high-quality patient care. Furthermore, he was selected to serve on the Communications & Public Education Committee by the ISHRS through 2027.
Dr. Linkov has also been featured in various national and regional publications, including Allure, USA Today, New York, Huff Post, InStyle, and many more. Other accolades are Dr. Linkov’s inclusion in the prestigious Super Doctors New York, directory.
Here is what other Patients had to say about City Facial Plastics
Dr. Linkov is a great guy and is very knowledgeable. When it comes to FUE (including body hair transplant), it's all about the experience of the doctor and technicians. Dr. Linkov has a very experienced team that allowed me to fully recover in 6 days.
Joshua GuzmanDr Linkov performed surgery on my nose in December 2019. His professional demeanor, highly skilled, confident and detailed knowledge of such a precision demanding craft left me in a state of awesomeness! I trust this Gentle Doctor and highly recommend him to anyone who is considering any of the services that his practice provides!
Horace DaileyI'll start to say that my experience with dr. Gary Linkov was amazing. He is very warm and tender, listens carefully to what you want done. When it comes to your face, you just can't trust any doctor, however I made a great choice with him, and I dont regret it. Procedure went smooth and painless. He makes you feel calm. I trusted him the whole time with my lip lift . Thank you so much dr. Linkov...also his assistant and his coordinator Bianca. Great team. I recommend this place 100%.
Sylvia MelendezDr. Linkov is an artistic and skilled doctor. He made me look and feel younger and more confident. He is friendly and warm. Responded to my phone calls and addressed all of my concerns immediately. My experience with his staff was very pleasant. There was no waiting time for the appointments. I greatly recommend Dr. Linkov.
Inna C
Dr. Linkov is sought after for his strong focus on the doctor-patient relationship. It is of the utmost importance to Dr. Linkov that his patients receive the results they want. Starting with the first consultation, he listens carefully to fully understand each person’s goals to ensure an outcome they’ll be thrilled with.
Dr. Linkov specializes in all types of lip augmentation and hair restoration procedures for men and women.
Dr. Linkov’s educational background and career accomplishments are impressive and extensive. Some of the highlights include:
Dr. Gary Linkov graduated as a salutatorian from Cornell University with a focus in psychology. Before, during, and after his undergraduate years, Dr. Linkov pursued advanced art training in painting, sketching, and sculpture, including a scholarship program in Florence, Italy at the Lorenzo de’ Medici Italian International Institute.
He then received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, which was the first medical school to award the Doctor of Medicine degree in the United States and is consistently ranked one of the top medical schools in the country. During medical school, Dr. Linkov received funding to conduct advanced head and neck cancer research at the world-renowned Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, which has been ranked as the best hospital for cancer care for the past 25 years by U.S. News & World Report. He also volunteered as an art therapist for Wilma’s Studio and ran his school’s Smile Train chapter, to help children with cleft lips and palates.
Dr. Linkov then completed his residency training in Head & Neck Surgery at the Temple Head and Neck Institute, including Fox Chase Cancer Center, in Philadelphia. He served as Chief resident in his final year. His mentors included leaders in the fields of facial reconstructive surgery and oculoplastic surgery.
After residency, Dr. Linkov completed an accredited American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the highly regarded Washington University in St. Louis, where he served as clinical instructor. During fellowship, he had the privilege of running a facial plastic surgery clinic at the St. Louis Veterans Affairs hospital, where he performed reconstructive facial surgery for our veterans in need.
After fellowship, Dr. Linkov received advanced training in cutting edge hair transplant surgery, including FUE and FUT hair transplants, eyebrow and beard hair transplants, body hair transplants, and surgical hairline advancement at the prestigious Foundation for Hair Restoration, led by Dr. Epstein. He also served as the Director of the Women’s Center for Hair Loss in NYC.
Dr. Linkov leads a renowned private practice in New York City, specializing exclusively in aesthetic surgery for hair and lips. His personal experience with an autoimmune hair loss condition provides him with a distinctive insight and a profound ability to empathize with his patients facing similar challenges.
Dr. Linkov runs the world’s largest YouTube channel dedicated to facial plastic surgery and hair restoration. He also founded the brand Feel Confident, with the mission of advancing aesthetic care through high quality haircare products and educational content that helps people better understand hair loss, hair restoration, and facial aesthetics.
Aside from his passion for improving his patients’ lives and educating the public, Dr. Linkov enjoys basketball and tennis, museums, sci-fi, and spending time with his wife Liz and daughter Lily.
Dr. Linkov looks forward to working with you to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Under the expert guidance of Dr. Linkov, City Facial Plastics offers the most efficacious plastic procedures and innovative technologies that make a real difference in your appearance.
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Dr. Linkov is double board-certified by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. A native of New York, Dr. Linkov graduated as a salutatorian from Cornell University and received his Medical Degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Linkov conducted advanced head and neck cancer research at the world-renowned Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Linkov is a former Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University (NYU), where he taught Rhinoplasty.
Dr. Linkov is a top-rated facial plastic surgeon in New York who specializes in lip lift and hair transplant surgery. He has been named one of the top 5 lip lift surgeons in the United States, is listed in the prestigious SuperDoctors New York™ registry, and has appeared on the Dr. Oz Show, where he discussed the state-of-the-art hair transplantation procedure.
