Dr Wassermann

Name: Richard J. Wassermann, MD, MPH, FACS
Last name: Wassermann
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1997
Years experience: 26
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: Plastic Surgery Consultants
Address: 1220 Blanding St.
Phone: +1 803-779-1200
City: Columbia
State: South Carolina
Zip Code: 29201
Country: US
Statement: A board-certified plastic surgeon, in practice since 1997, Dr. Wassermann offers personalized treatments and superior aesthetic results to his patients with his medical expertise and artistic vision.
Consulting Fees: 100$
Consultation note: Consultation fee goes toward your surgery
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges: 
  • PrismaHealth Richland and Baptist, Lexington Medical Center, and Providence Hospital
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania
  • Medical: Tulane University School of Medicine, Tulane University School of Public Health
Postdoc Training: 
  • Residency:
  • General Surgery, University of Chicago Hospitals
  • Plastic Surgery, University of South Florida
  • Fellowship:
  • General Surgery, University of Chicago Hospitals
  • Plastic Surgery, University of South Florida
Member of: 
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Richard J. Wassermann, MD, MPH, FACS

Board Certification: 
Richard John Wassermann (ABMSUID -07395)

Viewed: 8/6/2008
Day of birth:
9/13/1965

Status: Alive
Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Recertification: 12/1/2009 – 12/31/2019
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification:
3/27/1999 – 12/31/2009
Education: 1990 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: 1220 Blanding StColumbia, SC 29201 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 34.0080265,-81.035419

Primary location: 
Location name: Columbia
State: SC
Country: US
Map point: 34.0007,-81.03530121
Treatments: 
  • African American Rhinoplasty
  • Arm Lift
  • Asian Rhinoplasty
  • Body Lift
  • Botox
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Fat Transfer
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction
  • Brow Lift
  • Chin Liposuction
  • CoolSculpting
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Double Eyelid Surgery
  • Ear Surgery
  • Earlobe Repair
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Juvederm
  • Labiaplasty
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Implants
  • Lip Lift
  • Liposuction
  • Liquid Facelift
  • Lower Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Microneedling
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Natrelle Breast Implants
  • Neck Lift
  • Nipple Surgery
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Ptosis Surgery
  • Revision Rhinoplasty
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Septoplasty
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • SkinMedica
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Thigh Lift
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision
  • Volbella
  • Vollure
  • Voluma

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.3
Profile views: 22293
Answer count: 405
Review count: 28
5 star count: 7
Total star count: 7
Star rating: 3.5517479728542
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Dec 6, 2007
Profile modified: Mar 15, 2023
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Jan 23, 2020
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Columbia, SC, US. GPS coordinates: 34.0007,-81.03530121

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Brazilian Butt Lift (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Feb 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Liposuction (Feb 2018) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Reduction (Dec 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 2/5
  • Mommy Makeover (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Dec 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Restylane (Oct 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Rhinoplasty (Nov 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Mar 2012) – Overall rating: 0/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5 (Wait times: 1/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 1/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 1/5, Payment process: 1/5, Time spent with patient: 2/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 1/5, Answered questions: 2/5)
  • Breast Reduction (Feb 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 2/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Restylane (Oct 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implant Revision (Mar 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Feb 2018) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Feb 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $8000 – Feb 2, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $8200 – Dec 15, 2015 – Columbia, SC
  • $7200 – Mar 29, 2012 – Columbia, SC
  • $10250 – Sep 2023 – Columbia, SC
  • $9000 – Dec 20, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $19000 – Jun 16, 2022
  • $19000 – Jun 16, 2022
  • $10000 – Jun 16, 2022
  • $10000 – Jun 16, 2022
  • $8000 – Feb 2, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $8200 – Dec 15, 2015 – Columbia, SC
  • $7200 – Mar 29, 2012 – Columbia, SC
  • $9000 – Dec 20, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $10250 – Sep 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $10250 – Sep 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $10250 – Sep 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $9000 – Dec 20, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $9000 – Dec 20, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $8200 – Dec 15, 2015 – Columbia, SC
  • $8000 – Feb 2, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $8000 – Feb 2, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $8000 – Feb 2, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $7200 – Mar 29, 2012 – Columbia, SC
  • $7200 – Mar 29, 2012 – Columbia, SC

Liposuction Prices

  • $6100 – Feb 20, 2018
  • $6100 – Feb 20, 2018
  • $6100 – Feb 20, 2018
  • $6100 – Feb 20, 2018

Breast Reduction Prices

  • $9800 – Dec 14, 2017
  • $1800 – Feb 18, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $9800 – Dec 14, 2017
  • $1800 – Feb 18, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $1800 – Feb 18, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $1800 – Feb 18, 2016 – Columbia, SC

Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $7000 – Sep 2023 – Columbia, SC
  • $7000 – Apr 2019 – Columbia, SC
  • $7000 – Oct 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $6000 – Jun 24, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $7000 – Apr 2012 – Columbia, SC

Mommy Makeover Prices

  • $14000 – Jan 24, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $15500 – Jun 10, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $15000 – Apr 21, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $15000 – Apr 21, 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $7700 – Dec 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $7700 – Nov 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $7700 – Oct 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $7700 – Oct 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $7700 – Oct 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $14000 – Jan 24, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $16300 – Jan 8, 2013 – Columbia, SC

Restylane Prices

  • $1200 – Oct 6, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $1200 – Oct 6, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $1200 – Oct 6, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $1200 – Oct 6, 2014 – Columbia, SC

Rhinoplasty Prices

  • $6400 – Nov 12, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $6201 – Mar 2016 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Mar 2016 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Oct 2015 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6400 – Nov 12, 2013 – Columbia, SC
  • $6201 – Sep 2011 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Feb 2011 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • $6201 – Aug 2010 – South Carolina

Other Prices

  • $8200 – Sep 2023 – Columbia, SC
  • $8200 – Oct 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $8200 – Mar 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $5000 – Jun 24, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $11200 – Mar 13, 2014 – Columbia, SC

Breast Implants Prices

  • $5300 – Sep 2023 – Columbia, SC
  • $5300 – May 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $5300 – May 2016 – Columbia, SC
  • $5300 – May 2016 – Columbia sc
  • $5100 – Jun 14, 2012 – Columbia, SC
  • $5100 – Jun 14, 2012 – Columbia, SC
  • $5100 – Jun 14, 2012 – Columbia, SC
  • $5100 – Jun 14, 2012 – Columbia, SC

Breast Lift Prices

  • $10000 – Jun 16, 2022
  • $10000 – Jun 16, 2022
  • $8200 – Mar 2016 – Columbia, SC

Breast Implant Revision Prices

  • $11200 – Mar 13, 2014 – Columbia, SC
  • $11200 – Mar 13, 2014 – Columbia, SC

Breast Lift with Implants Prices

  • $8500 – Aug 30, 2016 – Plastic Surgery Consultants, Columbia, SC
  • $8500 – Aug 30, 2016 – Plastic Surgery Consultants, Columbia, SC
  • $8500 – Aug 30, 2016 – Plastic Surgery Consultants

Mentor Breast Implants Prices

  • $6000 – Jun 24, 2014 – Columbia, SC

Eye Bags Treatment Prices

  • $5000 – Jun 24, 2014 – Columbia, SC

Practice Locations

Name & Website
Plastic Surgery Consultants – Columbia, https://www.plasticsurgerysouthcarolina.org/
Address
1220 Blanding St., Columbia, South Carolina, US, 29201 (GPS coordinates: 34.0080089,-81.0354074)
Phone
+18037791200
Working Hours
Mon: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Created / Modified
Aug 30, 2017 / Jul 24, 2019

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
How can I get insurance to cover a panniculectomy and breast reduction?
Panniculectomy and Reduction
Oct 24, 2019
Based on the photos you shared, it does not appear you would qualify for the Panniculectomy procedure or the Reduction Mammoplasty procedure, but it is always worth a try. Some insurances have different guidelines, but for the Panniculectomy to be approved, there usually needs to be more skin overhang that your pictures show. Many insurances in SC require a fold of skin that hangs below your pubis to even consider the Panniculectomy procedure as medically necessary. Similarly for Reduction…
Do you think a panniculectomy would give me some flatness or would you recommend s
Panniculectomy
Oct 24, 2019
I have to agree with some of the other messages here, as it does not appear from the photos that you are a candidate for panniculectomy at this time. Some additional weight loss may be required. Once you have accomplished this, and based on your medical history, a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon near you may recommend muscle wall correction, or additional suction to give you the flat abdomen you desire. Best of luck! 
What is the suggested weight that I should be prior to my panniculectomy surgery?
Weigh Requirement
Oct 24, 2019
Hello!  Congratulations on your weight loss journey thus far! There is not a specific weight that a patient must be to be a candidate for Panniculectomy, but usually your insurance company and Plastic Surgeon do have some specific requirements. Usually the first requirement is having your BMI at less than 40, and if you are able to get it even closer to 35 or less, you would have a better post-surgical result. A stable weight for at least 6 months is also a usual requirement. Meet with a lo…
Excessive weight loss. What type of surgery do you recommend to achieve an hourgla
Procedure?
Sep 23, 2019
Hello- Thank you for submitting your photos and questions. From the pictures, it would seem that an extended Abdominoplasty or even a Circumferential Torsoplasty would be best. It may take a few surgeries to achieve the hourglass shape you would like, but consult with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon so that you can develop a plan to best suit your desired outcome.Best of luck.  
Do I need my OBGYN dr or my regular primary doctor to refer me to a doctor about h
Referral
Sep 23, 2019
Hello!  It can depend on your insurance to determine if a referral is required, based on the state in which you reside. Call your insurance company and ask them what they require in order to have a procedure approved. Some require a referral from the Primary Care. Sometimes the referral notes and supporting documentation is needed to submit a claim to support medical necessity. It all depends on your personal insurance and the state in which you live.  Find a Board Certified Plastic Su…
I am still sticking out right above my belly button – Could my hernia be causing t
Follow Up
Sep 23, 2019
Hello! Thank you for the photos and questions. I agree that you should follow up with your surgeon to assess what might be causing the protrusion. Usually hernia repair is done at the same time as a Panniculectomy and Abdominoplasty (though not always if only the Panniculectomy was done). Your surgeon is the best resource as they are most familiar with your pre-surgery body and what might have been done during surgery-Best of luck! 
Can I get approved for a panniculectomy after 4 c sections?
Panniculectomy
Sep 23, 2019
From the photo posted, it is difficult to get the full picture as to what procedure may be best for you. Find a local Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can answer some of your specific questions. Good Luck! 
Should I get a panniculectomy or tummy tuck?
Panniculectomy vs Tummy Tuck
Sep 23, 2019
Hello! Thank you for your question and photos. From the pictures posted, I do not believe you would be a candidate for Panniculectomy, as the abdominal skin does not appear to hang below the pubis, this is often one of the requirements by BCBS. It looks as though you would be an excellent candidate for Abdominoplasty with muscle tightening and liposuction for a smooth contour.   Always consult a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon near you for your specific questions. Good Luck!
How far does my belly have to hang to qualify for panniculectomy?
Panniculectomy
Sep 23, 2019
Hello! Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, from the photos you shared, your abdomen does not appear to hang down (fold) as much as would likely be required by insurance to be considered a Panniculectomy. In South Carolina, most insurances require the abdominal skin to hang down lower than the pubis. Most insurance also requires a substantial amount of documentation from other MD’s that support skin fold issues like rash, open sores, yeast, etc.   You appear to be a good candidate fo…
I’m 6 weeks post op augmentation mastopexy. Help. My right breast – is there a pro
photos
Jul 23, 2019
Unfortunately, the photos you shared are too close up for any problems to be seen. It is difficult to diagnose any specific problems via RealSelf, but from the photos you shared, it is difficult to see anything but just the color of your skin. If you are unhappy with your result, I would recommend to return to your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon so that you can express your concerns and see if they feel a correction is needed.Best of luck- 
Why does my inner left breast have an uneven curve? 2 weeks post op I had 275cc, a
Symmetry
Jul 23, 2019
Hello-  I hope that with the passing of time, your questions of symmetry have resolved, as the original posting was just 2 weeks post-operative. From the pictures you shared, as well as the information that supported some initial asymmetry, it appears you have a wonderful result. Breasts are never going to be perfectly symmetric, we often say “breasts are sisters, not twins.” Surgery can help to get breasts as close as possible, but they will never be perfectly the same. The overall result l…
Will breast sit higher if I exchange my implants to high profile? 9 months post Lo
High Profile
Jul 23, 2019
Hello-  From the pictures you shared, you have a nice aesthetically pleasing result, although your breasts may be slightly lower than your “dream photo.” A higher profile implant would not correct the “lowness” of your current breast, likely the only correction would be to lift the breast higher by removing more skin below the breast. A higher profile implant might make the breast project farther out, but it will not make the breast shape fuller in a high way (upper pole fullness). It can …
My doctor doesn’t want to fix this, what can I do? 9 months post BA with lift 800c
Implants
Jul 23, 2019
Hello,  Thank you for sharing your pictures. Although it can be difficult to understand every case without the full history, or information regarding where your breasts “started” prior to surgery, it would seem that a change could be made. If your doctor does not feel a revision is necessary, you have the right to consult another physician. Overall, the areolar placement looks correct, although you may have had some difficulty with scarring during recovery. Sometimes weight fluxuations can m…
What’s happening and what should I do? Horror breast reduction story.
Reduction
Jul 22, 2019
Hello,  It can be difficult to tell the difference in size from the pictures you shared, as we do not know the size of the breasts prior to your Reduction. Some asymmetry is normal, specifically just after surgery, as most patients are asymmetric to start with. From your photos, you look to be having standard post operative progress, as the breasts do not look excessively swollen nor do your photos show a lot of drainage, which is also very normal. At 2 weeks, most patients are still …
Looking for a plastic surgeon on here for Panniculectomy procedures near Indiana,
questions
Jul 22, 2019
Hello,I am a little confused as to the question you are asking. It seems that your question is to see if you are a good candidate for surgery after losing 75-100 lbs, and your current weight is between 350-400 lbs? If that is correct, unfortunately, you are not quite a surgical candidate yet. To be considered a good surgical candidate for elective surgery (meaning you are choosing to do the procedure) your BMI would need to be under 39. BMI is your Body Mass Index and is calculated based on …

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