Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin

Double Board-Certified New York City Plastic Surgeon

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Meet Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin

Ivy League-trained and double board-certified, Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin brings a humanistic dimension to plastic surgery and enjoys helping patients achieve their cosmetic, aesthetic, and reconstructive goals through a combination of surgical and non-surgical techniques. After completing her training, Dr. Copeland-Halperin joined Dr. Copeland in practice as one of very few mother-daughter plastic surgery duos in the nation.

 

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Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Education & Training

Dr. Copeland-Halperin is double board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery, is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Copeland-Halperin completed her general surgery residency at the Inova Fairfax Medical Center, a large tertiary care hospital in Northern Virginia, where she became Chief Resident for Quality and Safety and served on several hospital committees. She engaged in research on patient safety and quality outcomes in both general and plastic surgery and won awards for research and teaching. She then completed her training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the prestigious Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, where she was exposed to the full breadth of plastic surgery, including reconstruction after trauma and cancer, aesthetic and cosmetic surgery, wound healing and correction of congenital deformities. Dr. Copeland-Halperin then pursued advanced training in microsurgery and breast reconstruction at the world-renowned Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

A native New Yorker, Dr. Copeland-Halperin was raised on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and attended the Horace Mann School. She studied at Williams College, where she earned her baccalaureate degree in Art History and played for the Varsity softball team. During college, Dr. Copeland-Halperin was selected to join the Humanities and Medicine program at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, a highly-selective early acceptance program designed to attract and foster humanistic medical students.

In her spare time, Dr. Copeland-Halperin enjoys traveling, hiking, cooking, bread baking, and spending time with her dog and family.

 

  • Fellowship in Breast Reconstruction and Microsurgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA

  • Residency in Plastic Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH

  • Residency in General Surgery, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, Falls Church, VA

  • Internship in General Surgery, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, Falls Church, VA

  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York NY, MD 2013

  • Conversational in Spanish

  • Board-Certified in Plastic Surgery

  • Board-Certified in General Surgery

  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons

  • Artificial Intelligence Section Editor for Aesthetic Surgery Journal and Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum

  • American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Member

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons Member

  • American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery Member

  • Secretary and Executive Council Member, New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons 

  • International Society of Plastic Surgery Associate Member

  • American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery Candidate Member

  • Outcomes Of Extended Pedicled Technique Vs. Free Nipple Graft Reduction Mammoplasty For Patients With Gigantomastia. Aesthetic Surgery Journal. PMID: 36161307 Named Outstanding Presentation at Plastic Surgery the Meeting 2022.

  • Top tier poster, Plastic Surgery the Meeting, 2021

  • First place award, Vermont Chapter of the American College of Surgeons annual meeting, 2020

  • Recognition for medical student teaching and mentorship, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, 2020

  • Certificate of Recognition for Excellence in Teaching, Inova Fairfax Hospital, 2017, 2018

  • Certificate of Research Excellence among Residents, Inova Fairfax Hospital, 2016, 2017

  • Finalist, VA/DC Chapter of the American College of Surgeons Annual Meeting, 2016

  • Certificate of Research Excellence among Junior Residents, Inova Fairfax Hospital, 2015

  • Summer Research Scholar, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 2010

  • Dean’s List, Williams College, 2007-2009

Dr. Copeland-Halperin Reviews

  • Above and beyond

    This office and Doctors Copeland / Copeland-Halperin provide the highest level of quality, care, conscientiousness, skill, integrity and professionalism , that I have ever experienced in Plastic Surgery. Dr Libby went above and beyond, in order to correct a complex botch from a Celebrity Newport Beach Doctor!!! She met w me many , many times prior to the procedure and studied the case diligently in order to properly form a surgical plan that actually restored me to my proper anatomy and beauty!

    You will be highly satisfied and pleased w her expertise and work!

  • I cannot adequately express my satisfaction

    My tummy tuck was a success! I cannot adequately express my satisfaction with the services provided by Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin and her staff. They are all incredibly pleasant to deal with. Dr. Copeland-Halperin willingness to spend the time to explain the medical procedures in detail, and ensure all your questions postoperatvely are answered, made for a very comforting experience. She is truly a knowledgeable professional and expert at what she does. In addition, I am also truly grateful for the kindness received by Nurse Lauren and the patience I always received from the beginning to end by Andrea at reception. I truly recommend this team for treatment.

  • Exceptional

    I recently traveled to New York City to have a lipoma removed from my neck by Dr. Libby Copeland‑Halperin, and the entire experience was exceptional. She is an outstanding plastic surgeon whose expertise, professionalism, and genuine compassion for her patients truly stands out.

    From the very first consultation, Dr. Copeland‑Halperin took the time to explain the procedure in clear, reassuring detail. She made sure I understood every step, answered all of my questions, and helped me feel completely at ease. Her bedside manner is remarkable — warm, attentive, and confident in a way that immediately makes you feel comfortable.

    One moment that really stood out to us was when my wife, who had traveled with me, asked if she could have a consultation while we were there. Without hesitation, Dr. Copeland‑Halperin made time to see her the same day. That level of flexibility and kindness meant so much to us, especially since we had come from far away. It showed how much she truly cares about her patients and their families.

    Her office is extremely clean, modern, and well‑organized, and her staff is just as friendly, welcoming, and highly professional as Dr Libby. Every interaction felt positive and supportive, which made the entire process smooth and stress‑free.

    The procedure itself went exactly as expected, and the level of care I received was exceptional. The follow‑up visits were just as impressive — Dr. Libby Copeland‑Halperin remained attentive, thorough, and genuinely invested in my healing. Her commitment to my care didn’t end when the surgery was over, that is something I really appreciated.

    I am so happy with both the results and the overall experience. I would highly recommend Dr. Libby Copeland‑Halperin without hesitation to anyone seeking high‑quality surgical care. She goes above and beyond for her patients, and I’m grateful to have been in her hands.

  • I am so happy with the results

    I had a breast reduction about a month ago by Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin and it was such an amazing experience! I’ve wanted to get this procedure for years and am so happy with the results and who I chose for this experience. All of the staff is so amazing and makes me feel so comfortable!

  • experienced and tremendously talented

    I am a physician and very particular about who I will see for medical care. Dr. Copeland-Halperin is phenomenal! She is able to remove lipomas, including clusters and larger ones, through the tiniest incisions with great care given to minimize any potential scar. She is experienced, tremendously talented, and could not have a better bedside manner. She and her staff did a wonderful job of handling any pain and anxiety during my lipoma removal surgery. I highly recommend her and her staff for whatever your plastic surgery needs may be.

  • Minimally Invasive excision/liposuction Method Was Fantastic

    My experience with Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin was fantastic. I have an extremely large amount of angiolipomas on my body (100 – 200) in clusters on my arms, torso and legs due to some genetic issue. Ultimately, at some point I had enough angiolipomas that they were causing constant pain/pressure and needed to be removed. Insurance and most surgeons were only willing to remove a few at a time (1-4) thus I needed to see a Plastic Surgeon for the volume. The practice’s minimally invasive excision/liposuction method was fantastic and has led to great results with minimal cuts/scarring despite removing almost 100 angiolipomas. The procedure led to significant pain relief that physical therapy alone (which I already did) couldn’t solve. The practice has a state of the art surgical suite so both the consult and surgery was conducted on site. Both Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin and Dr. Michelle Copeland performed the procedure simultaneously making for a quicker & smoother procedure. I can’t speak for if every surgery would be conducted on site. Ultimately I am very happy with the results and really the pain relief I experienced.

  • The Best

    Dr. Copeland-Halperin and her entire office team is the best. They were able to see me on short notice for an urgent medical procedure. Dr. Copeland-Halperin was super patient and thorough in explaining what to expect, communicating during the procedure itself, and in follow up check-ins. The incision is barely noticeable and healing well several weeks post procedure.

  • Listens

    Dr. Copeland-Halperin is very kind and genuine. She listens to you and comes up with the best options tailored to your concerns. I highly recommend her.

  • Wholeheartedly recommend

    Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin is absolutely wonderful, and I recommend her without hesitation! From my very first appointment, she made me feel heard and valued. She took the time to truly listen to my concerns and goals, then thoughtfully presented options and a personalized plan to help me achieve them, never rushing or making me feel like just another patient.
    As a surgeon, Dr. Copeland-Halperin is exceptionally skilled, and her follow-up care and ongoing support are equally impressive. It’s clear she is genuinely invested in her patients’ outcomes every step of the way.
    In addition, the entire office is professional, friendly, and caring. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Copeland-Halperin.

Locations and Insurance

Dr. Copeland-Halperin sees patients and operates at 1001 Fifth Avenue (directly across from the Metropolitan Museum of Art) and also operates at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, affiliates of Northwell Health, where she is involved in teaching residents. Dr. Copeland-Halperin is a provider to Medicare and certain insurance plans. Please call 212-452-2200 and our patient care coordinator can assist with insurance evaluation.

 

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