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Dr. Eric Emerson, FACS

FTM Surgery in North Carolina

Dr. Eric T. Emerson, FACS is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with over 20 years experience specializing in breast surgery and body contouring. Named "Best Plastic Surgeon" (Gaston Gazette 2008 Reader's Choice Awards), Dr. Emerson is a great choice for trans men seeking Top Surgery or Body Sculpting in the Carolinas region and eastern United States.

Dr. Emerson offers multiple methods of FTM Top Surgery:

  • Double Incision with free nipple grafts
  • Periareolar Top Surgery
  • Keyhole Top Surgery

View Before & After Photos of Top Surgery performed by Dr. Emerson ยป

Dr. Emerson's Body Sculpting procedure uses liposuction to remove unwanted curves and to masculinize the contour of hips and buttocks. This is a procedure that can help trans men who have areas of persistent fat that have not responded to fat redistribution (from testosterone) and/or diet and exercise.

In addition to being a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and the , Charlotte Transgender Health Care Group, Dr. Emerson is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, the North Carolina Medical Society and the Plastic Surgery Society of Great Charlotte. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Requirements
Dr. Emerson is a member of WPATH and follows Standards of Care surgery guidelines. You will require a letter of recommendation from a psychologist or other mental health professional.

Wait List
The wait time for a Top Surgery date is approximately 1-2 months following your in-person consultation.

Payment Types
Dr. Emerson accepts cash, credit card, CareCredit, and other financing options. He also accepts some insurance. Dr. Emerson does not accept Medicare.

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