Funt Aesthetics

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  Dr. David Funt

  Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

  Dr. David K. Funt is a board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in cosmetic surgery. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of prominent organizations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons. Additionally, Dr. Funt is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Top Doctor Accolade For over 25 years, Dr. Funt has been consistently recognized as a “Top Doctor” by Castle Connolly and has been featured in Long Island Newsday and The New York Times. He has also earned distinctions such as “Best Doctor” and “Super Doctor.” Dr. Funt has lectured at major conferences across the United States and internationally on facial anatomy, injectable techniques, and the management of complications related to these procedures. He has authored numerous articles in both medical journals and the popular press. Dr. Funt is highly regarded for his skills in noninvasive and invasive cosmetic surgery. His expertise has been showcased on news networks such as ABC and WB11, and he frequently lectures in both professional and non-professional forums on facial fillers and facial anatomy. He is considered a leading authority on the prevention and treatment of complications associated with facial fillers. His work has been widely published in peer-reviewed medical journals and popular magazines. He also teaches courses on anatomy related to fillers and neurotoxins, such as Botox, Xeomin, and Dysport, and is frequently featured in instructional webinars. Dr. Funt earned his Bachelor of Science degree with distinction from Cornell University and his MD degree with distinction from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He completed his residencies in general and plastic surgery at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center and the Hospital for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, with additional specialized training in burn and microvascular surgery. Since completing his training, Dr. Funt has been actively involved in resident education. He served as an Assistant Clinical Professor in Plastic Surgery at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and more recently at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He also holds a Certificate of Advanced Education in Cosmetic Surgery from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Funt is a national instructor for Galderma Inc., the makers of Dysport and the Restylane family of fillers, and Merz USA, the makers of Belotero, Xeomin, and Radiesse. He serves as the medical director for Merz USA, Revance, and Galderma, and is a founding member of the Liquid Facelift Association. Dr. Funt performs surgeries in his state-of-the-art facility in Woodmere, Long Island, which is accredited by the American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities. He also maintains an additional office in Roslyn Heights, NY. His team consists of board-certified anesthesiologists, physician assistants, registered nurses, patient coordinators, and medical assistants, all dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care, with a focus on compassion and safety. Dr. Funt is affiliated with several prominent hospitals, including Mount Sinai Hospital, North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, and South Nassau Communities Hospital. Hospital Affiliations Mount Sinai Hospital LogoAttending Plastic Surgeon Mt. Sinai Hospital New York, NY South Nassau Communities Hospital LogoAttending Plastic Surgeon South Nassau Communities Hospital Oceanside, NY North Shore University Hospital LogoAttending Plastic Surgeon North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, NY Affiliations / Accomplishments Dr. Funt serves as a Medical Director and Consultant for Merz Aesthetics Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Member of the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Member of the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons Fellow of the American College of Surgeons Assistant Clinical Professor of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine Plastic Surgery Attending Staff Mount Sinai Hospital, NYC Attending Staff – South Nassau Communities Hospital Attending Staff – North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset National Instructor for Merz USA (Belotero, Radiesse, Xeomin) Speakers Bureau and instructor Allergan Corporation (Botox, Juvéderm Ultra, Juvéderm Ultra Plus, Juvéderm Voluma) Speakers Bureau and instructor Valeant Pharmaceuticals (Sculptra)

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  Link: Dr. David Funt

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  Zoey Tung, R.N.

  Board Certified Registered Nurse

  Zoey is our wonderful New York State Board Certified Registered Nurse. She attended Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and is a part of the Association of Preoperative Registered Nurses. She has a charming and friendly personality and will be the favorite part of your visit to Funt Aesthetics.

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  Link: Zoey Tung, R.N.

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  Abeer Aibani

  Patient Coordinator

  Abeer is our patient coordinator and is the reason why our office is amazingly organized. She attended Pace University and received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Hunter College. She has worked for Emblem Health and Abbey Road Office Based Surgery PLLC in NYC. She facilitates the patient-doctor relationship beautifully to make sure you get the best experience.

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  Link: Abeer Aibani

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  Inessa Shlifer, PA-C, DFAAPA

  Physician Assistants

  Inessa was born in St Petersburg, Russia. In 1986 she entered Medical College for Physician Assistants. She was on the Dean’s List from 1986-1989, received a College Scholarship for Academic Excellence from 1986-1989 and became a permanent Member of the Honor List for Excellence. Inessa graduated with honors and received her Physician’s Assistant degree in 1989. In 1990 Inessa came to the USA and began to pursue her Bachelor of Science degree. She did her undergraduate studies at Long Island University and was on the Dean’s List from 1992-1993. In August of 1995 she graduated from the Physician’s Assistant Program of Long Island University/ The Brooklyn Hospital Center. She developed her passion for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery while studying at the PA Program, and made a choice to pursue a career in this field. Her first job as a PA was at Maimonides Medical Center in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department. She studied along with doctors that were enrolled in The Fellowship of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and together they made rounds on surgical and medical floors, scrubbed for surgeries and did clinical consultations with new patients. After a year of intense studying she decided to go into private practice. Inessa joined Dr. David K. Funt’s practice in 1997 and they have been working together since. She enjoys what she does very much; every patient is unique and a very personal experience for her. She feels there is nothing more satisfying then seeing a happy patient leaving our office. Every six years she takes her Recertification Exam so she can stay current with changes that occur in the medical field. Professional Associations: American Association of Surgeon Assistants American Academy of Physician Assistants American Association of Plastic Surgeon’s Assistants President of APSPA

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  Link: Inessa Shlifer, PA-C, DFAAPA

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  Chelsey Amer, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.N.

  Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | Cookbook Author

  Chelsey is a registered dietitian nutritionist and cookbook author dedicated to helping you feel your best through sustainable, long-term behavior change. Her mission is to empower you with personalized nutrition plans and one-on-one counseling tailored to your unique goals. With Chelsey by your side, you’ll stay motivated and accountable on your journey to improved health and wellness. Chelsey completed her training at NYU Langone Hospital in New York City and holds a master’s degree from New York University.

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  Link: Chelsey Amer, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.N.

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  Jordan Jacobs

  Aesthetic Provider

  Jordan Jacobs is a world-class expert in advanced facial anatomy, non-surgical rejuvenation and management. Jordan is an Aesthetic Provider who offers clients simple, natural-looking solutions to enhance your beauty through a combination of compassion, knowledge and personal attention. With extensive, highly specialized training by some of the world’s leading aesthetic injectors. Jordan’s area of expertise is non-surgical facial rejuvenation using her distinctive injection technique. Jordan is continuously broadening her knowledge by completing coursework, attending conferences and congresses, and studying evidence-based educational material. This ensures that each client receives high quality care with the most current knowledge of cutting-edge techniques in aesthetic medicine. Jordan’s artistic eye, gentle touch, and caring nature help to put clients at ease while delivering beautiful, natural results. Jordan is incredibly passionate about helping others look and feel their best, and loves working in a field that combines art and science. Jordan enjoys spending quality time with her two daughters, living a healthy lifestyle, and traveling. She also loves reading, listening to music and driving fast. “I have a passion for continuous self-growth. I am constantly evaluating how I can improve my life and the lives of those around me. I love having the opportunity to positively impact the lives of my clients.”

  Link: Jordan Jacobs