Dr. Irena Karanetz, one of the founders and partners of Evolve Plastic Surgery, is a breast-fellowship trained, board-certified plastic surgeon known for her expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. She offers a full range of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic treatments, specializing in breast augmentation, reduction, lift, labiaplasty, abdominoplasty, liposuction, body contouring, and non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
Background and Education
Dr. Karanetz is a distinguished board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive training and experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Loyola University Chicago, where she graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors. Dr. Karanetz then pursued her Doctor of Medicine degree at Rush Medical College, from which she graduated in 2012 and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society for her academic excellence.
Dr. Karanetz completed her surgical training at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and fellowship training in breast procedures at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital (MEETH). Fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, and Spanish, she enjoys the outdoors, traveling, spinning, reading, and photography in her free time.
Advanced Training and Fellowship
Dr. Karanetz was selected for the highly competitive Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency Program at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell in New York. During her residency, she received training in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery under the guidance of esteemed leaders. Her performance led to her selection as Chief Resident. To hone her expertise, Dr. Karanetz completed an additional one-year fellowship at the renowned Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital (MEETH) in Manhattan, specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive microsurgical procedures of the breast.
Professional Expertise
Dr. Karanetz offers a full spectrum of plastic surgery services with a particular focus on breast cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, including breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, and breast lift with implants. She is also adept in body contouring procedures like a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, labiaplasty, and blepharoplasty.
For patients seeking non-surgical enhancements, Dr. Karanetz provides advanced facial rejuvenation treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, FaceTite, and more.
Research and Publications
An avid researcher, Dr. Karanetz has contributed significantly to the field of plastic surgery through numerous articles, presentations, and book chapters. Her research has been presented at various academic conferences across the United States, covering topics such as melanoma reconstruction, breast cancer reconstruction, and clinical outcomes following microsurgical breast reconstruction. Her scholarly work underscores her commitment to advancing the science and practice of plastic surgery.
Embrace Your Most Evolved Self
Dr. Karanetz’s dedication to patient care and surgical excellence makes her a trusted and respected figure in the field of plastic surgery. Outside of her medical practice, she enjoys the outdoors, traveling, spinning, reading, and photography. At Evolve Plastic Surgery, she combines her technical surgical expertise with artistic instincts, ensuring each patient receives personalized care tailored to their needs and aesthetic goals. Please schedule a consultation with Dr. Karanetz to embrace your most evolved, elevated self.
