Stories That Go Beyond Results

Choosing gender affirming surgery is not just a medical decision. It is an emotional one. Many patients come to FFSNYC after years of research, self-advocacy, and waiting for the right moment and the right team. Hearing from others who have gone through the process can bring clarity, comfort, and a deeper sense of what the experience truly feels like.

This page will feature real testimonials from FFSNYC patients, sharing what they valued most about their care, their results, and their journey from consultation through recovery. While every outcome is unique, these stories often reflect the same themes: respectful communication, a sense of safety, and the relief of finally recognizing yourself in the mirror.

Facial Feminization SurgeryPatient Testimonial

We need more Dr Reitzen’s in the US health care system

Dr. Reitzen is just simply severely competent - not to mention she has impeccable active listening skills coupled with a bed side manner that makes you feel like you’re speaking to an empathetic friend. She ensures she considers and assesses your holistic health picture and current medications to examine any possible relevant crossover or considerations. We need more Dr Reitzen’s in the US health care system.

J.F.

Dr. Bastidas is a great Doctor who explained everything to me.

Dr. Bastidas is a great Doctor who explained everything to me. He put me at ease about my reconstructive surgery on my face and that I will look like myself. I totally trust him.

Dr Violetta

Call her!

Dr. Reitzen is fantastic. She was consistently incredibly respectful and professional from the very first appointment. All my friends want to have their surgeries done with it because I was so satisfied with the final result. Call her!

L.S.

Highly recommend!

Dr. Bastidas is very kind and did a fantastic job with my procedure, as well as my daughter’s procedure. The office is very quick to reply as well! Highly recommend!

Talia

I would highly recommend Dr. Reitzen to anyone!

Dr. Reitzen was incredible and so kind. I always felt comfortable at our appointments and the surgery was done perfectly. Her and her staff were communicative, responding rapidly to any of my questions and putting any of my concerns at ease. I would highly recommend Dr. Reitzen to anyone!

E.W.

I had a very pleasant experience with Dr. Bastidas

I had a very pleasant experience with Dr. Bastidas. Highly recommended!

Daniella

Dr. Reitzen is extremely knowledgeable & confident in what she does. Her bedside manner is incredible and she made me comfortable throughout my process of getting a rhinoplasty. The results of my surgery truly could not be any better. A special thank you to Dr. Reitzen and her amazing staff!

K.M.

I love Dr Bastidas!

Amazinggggg team!! I love Dr Bastidas! He did my FFS surgeries. 

Brandy

Dr. Reitzen is an exceptional doctor, possessing all the qualities one would expect: caring, compassionate, empathetic, thorough, skilled, and knowledgeable, with excellent bedside manners. I am extremely grateful to her and her staff for the outstanding care they provided. Their dedication truly made a tremendous impact during a challenging time.
My appointment times were always respected with no wait, and the practice is impeccably clean and well maintained, equipped with modern technology.

D.C.

I saw amazing results after a few weeks!

It’s very comfortable and very clean place. the people are incredibly, friendly excellent service. I am very happy to have decided on this specific place and to visit Dr Bastidas, very excellent surgeon. Thank you very much Dr Nicolas Bastidas.

Norma

She exceeded my expectations!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Reitzen and the exceptional care I received. From my very first consultation, she was incredibly attentive, taking the time to listen to my concerns, answer all my questions, and thoroughly explain the procedure. She made me feel completely at ease with her professionalism, expertise, and compassionate approach.

The surgery itself went seamlessly, and the level of care I received before, during, and after was truly outstanding. I couldn’t be happier with the results—she exceeded my expectations!

M.B.

Thank you very much Dr Nicolas Bastidas

Excellent service and great experience. I am very happy to have decided to visit Dr Bastidas, he is an excellent surgeon. Thank you very much Dr Nicolas Bastidas and nurse Robin!

Nardos

Amazing results!

Excellent doctor and physician assistants. Amazing results! Highly recommend"

Heather

The personal care and attention is unmatched

Dr. Bastidas and his staff are amazing. The personal care and attention is unmatched by any doctor or office. Normally you have one or the other where the doctor is nice and staff is not or vice versa. But here they are all professional and just amazing. Wish I had a reason to keep coming back. But he already took care of our needs. Don’t hesitate to make an appointment.5 stars

Tina

Ready to Start Your Own Story?

If you are exploring Facial Feminization Surgery, Facial Masculinization Surgery, top surgery, or body contouring, our team is here to help you take the next step with clarity and confidence. Schedule a consultation with FFSNYC in New York City to discuss your goals, review your options, and build a plan designed around you.

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