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Alyssa Reiffel Golas, MD

Gender Surgery, Plastic Surgery
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4.9 out of 5, 
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80 James Street 2nd Floor Edison, NEW JERSEY 08820-3938

Alyssa Golas, M.D., FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the Chief of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at JFK University Medical Center. Dr. Golas performs all types of plastic and reconstructive surgery and has a special interest in breast cancer reconstruction and gender affirming care.


Throughout her career, Dr. Golas has educated medical students and residents, conducted research and contributed numerous peer-reviewed articles to medical literature. 


Prior to joining Hackensack Meridian Health, Dr. Golas served as Section Chief of Plastic Surgery at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn and participated in the first successful face and bilateral hand transplant. Dr. Golas is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. 


Dr. Golas has extensive experience treating all types of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Her clinical interests include:


  • Breast cancer reconstruction 
    • Implant-based reconstruction 
    • Oncoplastic reconstruction 
    • Autologous reconstruction 
    • Fat grafting 
  • Gender affirming surgery 
  • Breast reduction 
  • Body contouring after massive weight loss 
  • Trunk and extremity reconstruction 
  • Scalp and facial reconstruction 
  • Complex wound care

Watch the Video: Gender Affirming Care At JFK Medical Center.

Provider Information

Specialties

Gender Surgery
Plastic Surgery

Languages

English

Age groups seen

Teens
Children
Adults Over 65
Adults

Hospital affiliations

Bayshore Medical Center
JFK University Medical Center
Raritan Bay Medical Center

Education

Residency, NYU Langone
Plastic Surgery, 2017
Residency, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell
Surgery (General Surgery), 2014
Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, Medical School
MD, 2007

Certifications

Plastic Surgery - American Board of Plastic Surgery - 2018
Surgery (General Surgery) - American Board of Surgery - 2014

Verified Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 out of 5
90 ratings,
11 reviews
very informative, caring visit
I had an amazing experience with Dr Golas and her staff. They listened to my concerns and answered all my questions thoroughly. I would absolutely recommend Dr Golas!!!
Dr. Golas was very nice. With just her initial presence, she makes you feel comfortable. She answered all of my questions, she was clear, and made me feel hopeful. Great doctor and staff.
Dr. Golas' entire team was great.
Dr. Golas and team were great.

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