J. Peter Rubin Plastic Surgeon MD

Dr. Rubin is director of the Life After Weight Loss program, a clinical center at the University of Pittsburgh dedicated to the comprehensive care of patients after surgical or medical weight loss treatments. His practice is totally focused on body contouring after weight loss. He is a recognized national leader in the field of body contouring, and is frequently called upon to lecture throughout the United States and across the world. Dr. Rubin is a true artist, credited with innovating new procedures to achieve outstanding results in his body contouring work. He is lead author of the body contouring medical textbook for plastic surgeons, "Aesthetic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss" (Elsevier Medical Publishing, 2006). He is highly respected in his field, and holds leadership positions in the national plastic surgery societies. Dr. Rubin is also an accomplished medical researcher, whose keen understanding of scientific methods helps him deliver superior care to his patients. He has published extensively in the scientific literature, and has received numerous academic awards. His groundbreaking work in the field of adipose biology holds the promise of leading to new clinical treatments for fat tissue. Life After Weight Loss is a unique program that combines body contouring surgery with lifestyle and nutritional counseling in a supportive environment. We understand that there are many factors that contribute to both long term weight loss success and favorable outcomes in plastic surgery. Our trained staff will work with you to help evaluate and optimize these factors. Learn more about this comprehensive program by visiting our website.