Summary

Dr. John E. Sherman is one of the most experienced plastic surgeons in New York. Over the past 35 years, he has performed thousands of operations, emphasizing cosmetic surgery, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. He has been consistently recognized by Castle Connolly Top Doctors, New York Magazine Best Doctors, The New York Times Super Doctors and other publications as being among the top plastic surgeons nationally. He has taught residents cosmetic surgery and maxillofacial trauma at The New York Presbyterian Hospital -where he is currently Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the Weill Cornell University Medical College Over the past years the resident staff has recognized Dr. Sherman multiple times awarding him the excellence in teaching award at graduation. A consultant for the New York City Police Department for over 25 years, he is President of the Society of Police Surgeons representing 350 surgeons. He has also been awarded Member of Honor Legion NYPD for his actions at the WTC on 9/11. He is also Surgeon to the DEA, New York Field Division.Dr. Sherman is the former Chief of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and Chief of the teaching program at St. Barnabas Hospital in New York City, and is the former President of the New York State Chapter of the American College of Surgeons, representing 11,000 surgeons from multiple specialties throughout the state. Because of his established reputation, many of his patients are international, flying in for consultation and surgery. The office can make arrangements for accommodation, surgery, and postoperative care. Dr. Sherman’s procedures are performed in his fully accredited operating facility, or at one of New York’s finest Hospitals:
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 51 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York Medical College
  • 51 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. John E Sherman, MD, FACS has 2 locations

John E Sherman MD, FACS

1016 5th AveNew York, NY 10028
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

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Dr. John E Sherman, MD, FACS, MDDr. Jeffrey Lawrence Lisiecki, MDDr. Charles Kenneth Herman, MDDr. Kyle Jamison Godfrey, MD
Plastic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
4.6 
51 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYBlue Bell , PANew York , NY
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University of Michigan Medical School Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington DC
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John E Sherman, MD, FACS

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John E Sherman, MD, FACS has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John E Sherman, MD, FACS has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hand Surgery
  • Hand Surgery (plastic Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

New York Medical College
New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Sherman, MD, FACS's office located?
Dr. John Sherman, MD, FACS's office is located at 1016 5th Ave, New York, NY, 10028.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Sherman, MD, FACS affiliated with?
Dr. John Sherman, MD, FACS is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.
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