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Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD

Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD is a plastic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

240 E 38th St Fl 13 New York, NY 10016
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chiu is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals New York, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chiu specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Chiu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chiu

4.9
42 ratings, 29 with a written review
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Best Wound Doctor!
I would give him six stars if I could. I was referred to him after nearly two years of dealing with an ischial tuberosity ulcer that wouldn't heal. From the first visit, he presented himself as a supremely knowledgeable and confident doctor who could provide me with the best care. And that was my experience with him. From that first consultation to the final post-operative follow up: thorough, attentive, ever-available and patient. He even provided assistance with a non-related medical issue. Dr. Chiu is an incredible doctor who genuinely cares about his patients and it shows in everything he does.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 26, 2025
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Wonderful, attentive care
Dr. Chiu and his team are so responsive, patient and understanding. I always leave the office feeling truly taken care of. If you are in need of the kind of care he specializes in, I would 100% recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Katie – Jun 08, 2022
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Dr. Chiu is skilled, brilliant, accessible, articulate and kind and caring- not to mention one of the nicest people I’ve known. Around six weeks after a prior foot operation, I was told (to my surprise) that my foot suddenly looked very bad and that I needed to see a plastic surgeon/wound specialist immediately. Dr. Chiu worked me into his schedule late the next day and by the following afternoon I was admitted to Tisch Hospital/NYU Langone Health by Dr. Chiu. I then underwent multiple surgeries over the next six to seven weeks to repair the damage done in the prior operation. The surgeries Dr. Chiu performed were highly complex and he used unique, new skin graft techniques that only a handful of plastic surgeons in the world have the skill set to perform. Dr. Chiu is simply “the best”! Not a day goes by that I don’t think of him and my good fortune that he was there when I needed him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 18, 2021
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Dr Chiu is an exceptional plastic surgeon. He did a glabellar transpositional flap on my nose back in Oct 2020. After few months, I am pleased with the cosmetic outcome. I will be forever thankful to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Exceptional doctor – Jan 19, 2021
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I had an incision under my collarbone from a recent pacemaker replacement that refused to heal. And the treatment the pacemaker doctor prescribed was not working. If the wound would not heal, the only option was to move the pacemaker to the other side of my chest--which is a big deal, especially at my age, and during a pandemic. I was recommended to Dr. Chiu by a plastic surgeon who trained him. Dr. Chiu took on the challenge with optimism. I am happy to report that after 3 visits over 4 weeks it is 99% healed and I have been discharged. The program he prescribed (and supplied much of the dressings for) was painless and easy to follow at home --and the new scar is as thin as a pencil line. I am so relieved and grateful. The staff and the doctor were competent and encouraging. They answered all my questions and allayed my fears. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Chiu. .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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A 92-year-old woman – Sep 24, 2020
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My experience with Dr. Chiu was excellent. He was very attentive to my concerns and always explained things patiently and thoroughly. Once the procedure was over, he remained very engaged as my recovery progressed. Everyone I encountered on his staff was also very kind and professional. I recommend him highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 11, 2020
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Dr. Chiu is excellent. From start to finish I was happy with the experience. The office staff are friendly however, there is a bit of a wait time. I went for a scar revision to correct a myomectomy scar that healed funky. I had the infamous pouch above the scar and an area that looked dented or what they call a scar depression. Dr. Chiu advised that he was capable to correct it. I was in for surgery about 3 weeks later. All went smooth. I had zero complications with the surgery and was home that day. Two weeks later Dr. Chiu removed the bandages. It is at this point that I was AMAZED. The incision healed so well that it nearly looked invisible! Two months later I am completely healed, no depression, no pouch and I couldn't be happier! I highly recommend Dr. Chui for scar revision surgery. FYI I am an AA woman for all my sistas out there who are considering. I have no darkening whatsoever.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Very Happy Gal here! – Feb 28, 2020
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I went to see Dr. Ciu to improve the appearance of my lower abdomen area, where I had a CSection. I explained, multiple times, that my biggest concern wasnt the incision itself, but rather that the scar looked tucked and made the area above and below the area bulge. He assured me he could fix it, but would need to put me under, because the scar looked like it had adhesion. Once the adhesion was gone, that area would be more smooth--and Id get the desired look I was going for. After the surgery, I asked him when I would see improvement in the bulge-area, he said I wouldnt and that only liposuction or weight loss would help...Had I known that,I wouldve opted for that from the start! I feel tricked...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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ablk – Dec 27, 2019
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Dr. Chiu is so nice. He was my surgeon for cyst removal. I am very happy and grateful that I met Dr. Chiu. His team are amazing!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 28, 2019
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Dr. Chiu is one of the nicest most honest doctors I have ever met. Dr chiu and his team are absolutely amazing! They are very caring and are always there to answer all of your questions and concerns. I am beyond happy and grateful that I met everyone in the office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 15, 2019
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He’s is so nice! Cares to your needs! Throughout my whole procedure he and his staff were so there for me!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 01, 2019
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I consulted with Doctor Chiu about a scar I had from an emergency abdominal surgery. I trusted him from the very first meeting -- he was incredibly patient and listened to my concerns. He explained my options and made sure I felt comfortable before moving forward. I will always have some sort of scar, but it's much thinner now. Overall, I am happy with the results. My only negatives were the clinic fees (could be more of a complaint about my insurance coverage) and wait time for initial consult
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Jan 17, 2019
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Dr Chiu was my surgeon for breast reduction. From the first visit, he was both professional and caring. His positive attitude and encouragement reaffirmed a decision that was difficult for me to make. I expected to have much more discomfort (read too many blogs), but I was pleasantly surprised at the lack of pain. He explained every step of the way and was receptive to questions. I can not imagine a more positive experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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New York, NY – Nov 15, 2018
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Doctor Chiu operated on me twice in October/November 2018. He performed a Folded Forehead Flap/Nose reconstruction procedure on me. It was done due to the fact that a previous skin graft failed that had been done by a different dermatologist. Doctor Chiu has treated me with a great deal of kindness, compassion and respect. He is an excellent surgeon. He truly cares about his patient. He is very respectful towards the members of his medical team, the nurses and his office staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ann Seidita in Brooklyn, NY – Nov 09, 2018
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Dr Chiu is a delight.He listens,explains and is a really wonderful caring doctor.I recommend him highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Fuchs in New York, NY – Oct 09, 2018
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We were so fortunate to have been recommended to Dr Chiu. He is an excellent surgeon and all around nice man. He scheduled my husband's unexpected surgery quickly even though he had to leave for a famity reunion. Talented and compassionate. Taking time after the surgery to show me pictures and explain what he had done. Thank you Dr Chiu.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lenore Devlin in Brooklyn, NY – Sep 08, 2018
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Dr. Chiu is very professional and compassionate. My experience with him has been excellent. He listens to concerns and answers all questions throughly. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brett Verlen in new york, NY – Aug 02, 2018
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Dr. Chiu was fantastic! He was pleasant, professional and very detailed on the explanation of my procedure. I felt comfortable with his experience and skills when he performed my surgery. I would recommend this Doctor to anyone who is looking for a excellent plastic surgeon. My congratulations for NYU to obtain such a value employee. Best regards, Alberto.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alberto Disla in HARRISON, NJ – Jul 19, 2018
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After recent Mohs surgery, I was referred to Dr. Chiu. His staff facilitated a consultation on the very same day that I called. At that visit, Dr. Chiu explained the pros & cons of the several approaches for closing the wound. When I opted to have flap surgery performed, Dr. Chiu personally ensured that all the required medical tests would be completed in time to authorize my surgery prior to his scheduled vacation the following week. On the day of the surgery, he sat with my wife afterwards.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patrick Devlin in none – Jul 12, 2018
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I have to say, my experience with Dr. Chiu could not have been better. Dr. Chui is such a learned, knowledgable, perfectionist, and personable doctor. I am a person who cannot handle needles, blood, or talk of anything anatomy.rom the moment my mother and I first met Dr. Chiu, he made sure to make us feel comfortable. He has great manners, unlike many doctor's who are so used to seeing many people. He answered all our questions, concerns, and was very patient with us. Truly a professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 08, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD is a plastic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Canc Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Nyu Langone Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Nyu Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Undergraduate School
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • English

  • Cantonese

  • Mandarin

Locations

Practice

1

Practice

Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue462 1st Ave New York, NY 10016
2

Practice

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital301 E 17th St New York, NY 10003
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Office318 E 23rd St New York, NY 10010
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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