Katherine★★★★★Google
October 29, 2025
My experience with Dr. Lechtman and his team was nothing short of wonderful. After waiting since I was 15 (half my life) for a chance at a breast reduction, I was blessed to be referred to his practice, where his staff is just lovely. The doctor himself is kind and warm, with wonderful bedside manner that put me at such ease throughout the whole process.
I had my first appointment in December 2024, my official consult in January 2025, and my surgery in June 2025, which was a surprisingly quick time frame compared to my expectations (though this will obviously vary from patient to patient). Dr. Lechtman and his team helped me feel completely prepared for the procedure and what to expect in the leadup to it, as well.
When it came to deciding on my ideal breast size, I knew I wanted to be much smaller (a B cup, from a G/H), but feared any surgeon might try to talk me into something larger or more "proportionate" to my body. Not Dr. Lechtman. When I told him I had always dreamed of being small, his immediate response was "let's make that dream a reality, then."
The day of surgery and the procedure itself went as smoothly as could be, and I felt well informed of each step by the surgical team (shoutout to Sequoia Surgical, a wonderful center with kind staff). I was overcome with joy and relief from the moment I awoke, even shedding a few tears. The pain was very manageable (I am so glad this doctor doesn't use drains!), and the healing process was shockingly easy, (though again this obviously varies). I felt totally informed of the steps of recovery, so there were no surprises I was unprepared to handle.
This breast reduction has truly changed my life. I feel confident and comfortable in my own body for the first time since I can remember, and no longer avoid mirrors, but admire my silhouette in them now, instead! I can wear whatever style of clothing I want (I've gone from oversize everything and granny bras, to going braless in crop tops!), and only wish I'd felt this free and positive in my teens and 20s. But I can't change that now, so I choose to celebrate this gift I have been given now!
Overall, I cannot recommend Dr. Lechtman and his practice highly enough to absolutely anyone. The leadup to surgery and past 5 month of recovery have been a delight to work with them, the results are spectacular, and he even takes insurance. And if you are reading this and on the fence about scheduling a consult, DO IT. You only have everything to gain.
Thank you, Dr. Lechtman, for the sheer joy you have brought to me through your marvelous work, and I look forward to thanking you again in person at my next follow-up :)
