James Kotick's Online Review Report Card

Over the past 15 or so years I developed an ever-growing gynecomastia condition where and I was too embarrassed to remove my shirt in public for many years. Surgery is the only option and my research on Google concluded that insurance coverage for surgical correction of gynecomastia was almost impossible. I consulted with three plastic surgeons who quoted very high rates and, as expected, no one mentioned the possibility of insurance coverage. I had the good fortune of meeting Dr. Kotick last and, not only did he and his team make me feel very comfortable with their recommendation, but recommended that we try to get the surgery covered by insurance. Imagine my surprise when Dr. Kotick got insurance approval for my problem even though I had no underlying condition. This doctor has tremendous reconstructive surgery skills and an excellent bedside manner. In addition to being quite pleased with the outcome, I had very little pain during recovery. I would highly recommend this doctor to anyone needing this specialty.

Dr. Kotick and all of the staff exceeded my expectations, always friendly, caring, they were beyond helpful with my entire process and I am extremely happy with my surgery results. I am so thankful and glad I chose to have my surgery here. I highly recommend this place to everyone.

Over the past 15 or so years I developed an ever-growing gynecomastia condition where and I was too embarrassed to remove my shirt in public for many years. Surgery is the only option and my research on Google concluded that insurance coverage for surgical correction of gynecomastia was almost impossible. I consulted with three plastic surgeons who quoted very high rates and, as expected, no one mentioned the possibility of insurance coverage. I had the good fortune of meeting Dr. Kotick last and, not only did he and his team make me feel very comfortable with their recommendation, but recommended that we try to get the surgery covered by insurance. Imagine my surprise when Dr. Kotick got an approval for what I guess was a male mastectomy or the equivalent thereof. What was truly incredible was that he got this covered even though I had no underlying condition accompanying my worsening man-boobs. This doctor has tremendous reconstructive surgery skills and an excellent bedside manner. In addition to being quite pleased with the outcome, I had very little pain during recovery. I would highly recommend this doctor to anyone needing this specialty.

The best place very helpful, they will definitely go out of their way to make sure you are good. Definitely recommend.

I was referred to Dr. Kotick several years ago for a reoccurring breast concern. After 3 years and 3 surgeries, I still had no answers and was beginning to lose hope. From the moment I met him he was very polite and friendly, yet straight forward and honest with his professional opinion and treatment plan. I respected that very much and immediately felt comfortable and confident in his care. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable and skilled at what he does, his bed side manor goes far beyond. He's patient and wants to make sure you fully understand the procedures and are always comfortable. Following the resolution of the breast concern, yes Dr. Kotick solved my mystery breast concern and I haven't had an issue with that breast since. I was so impressed with his breast reconstruction work, that I decided to see him again for a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and breast lift. I had lost almost 100lbs on my own, but was stuck with all this extra skin that just wouldn't go away. Dr. Kotick trimmed a whopping 7.5lbs of skin and cinched my waist 5in!! How he transformed my body the way he did still just blows my mind. I have gained so much confidence and am no longer ashamed to look at myself in the mirror. Not only were the results amazing, but the entire experience was great as well, from start to finish. His staff is incredible. They made sure every question was answered and I knew exactly what to expect throughout the entire process. Now a year and half post op and Im scheduled to see him once again!! He is a true surgical genius and always puts your health first!

I can’t even express how phenomenal Dr. Kotick and his team are! His bed side manor and my results completely exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend Dr. Kotick.

I had reconstructive surgery by Dr Kotick. I truly can’t say enough about him. He immediately put me at ease. His surgery skills are truly magical, I wasn’t expecting such a great outcome. He is such a perfectionist!! He was so warm and friendly, and is very talented.

Dr. James D. Kotick is a excellent surgeon who pays attention to what the patient needs and wants. He is very professional and kind hearted as well. So this is my daughters story. And I hope this helps anyone who is going through this to make the decision to have Dr. Kotick be your surgeon of choice. My daughter is 15 years old and has been battling very large breasts for almost 3 years now. They said it was due to her hormones. They became so heavy that they were down to her stomach area. I brought her into our physician and she said there was nothing she could do but to request a breast reduction but being she is so young it’s probably not going to happen. I then was given a list of many surgeons to call. I called about 40 and nope nothing. Then a friend of mine had said try giving Palm Ascetics Dr Kotick is amazing. So I gave them a call and they said yes bring her in. He made her feel so comfortable and not embarrassed at all. He had his female staff in the room to make her comfortable. He then agreed that a reduction was the way to go and we need to go through insurance. We scheduled the surgery and she had it done at the end of May. I was very nervous as a parent but he made us feel very calm. Her surgery was a success and she got to use this special suction device the sped up the healing process. He took off a few pounds of breast tissue and she looks amazing!!! She finally got her confidence back and I thank him for that. He is truly a artist! We will continue to go to follow ups as she is on her 3 month post operation. Thank you Dr. Kotick for a amazing job i highly recommend him and his team at Palm Asthetics in Lakewood Ranch Florida.

After my recent diagnosis of a melanoma of a scalp lesion, I was referred to Dr. James Kotick for plastic surgery. What a great recommendation, Dr Kotick is just a super person. So knowledgeable and I can not say enough about his expertise. He gave me two options . Option A, skin graft to cover wound as precise as possible but would still have small sized bald spot or Option B, flap reconstruction, which I believe a little more involved and possibly a little more painful. Definitely my first choice was Option A and live with the bald spot. He suggested Option B and I ultimately went with that. I am thrilled he helped me with my decision because the result is amazing and pain was minimal.

I really want to commend Dr.. Kotick and his wonderful office staff! I had to undergo a reconstructive nose surgery. I am so glad that I found Dr. Kotick! My nose looks perfectly fine! I have never met another surgeon who shows so much care, concern and thoughtfulness for his patient - not to forget to mention his professionalism, excellent surgeon skills and outstanding after care! On one of my early visits he recommend to obtain a second opinion from another plastic surgeon. As I found out these offices have a very long appointment wait time, it would have been months before I could have been seen by the recommended plastic surgeon. Dr. Kotick heard about it and - without me asking for help - went ahead and contacted this plastic surgeon's office and I was able to receive an earlier appointment for a second opinion. Wow! This is just another proof of how much Dr. Kotick cares about each and every one of his patients! I can see that he strives for his patient's total satisfaction and feeling very well taken care of by him and he certainly succeeds! Also his staff could not be more friendly, welcoming and helpful as well as being cheerful. I feel like I am visiting friends! I am still in after care of my surgery and I feel wonderfully taken care of! - even when I voice concerns or have questions Dr. Kotick listens patiently and does not rush my Dr.'s visits - I highly appreciate that! He has always found a good solution for my concerns or questions. He goes out of his way to assist in any way he can make it better for me. He even had his office staff call my health insurance when I saw very high charges on my account stated as not being covered by my insurance!! Thank you again I can only highly recommend Dr. Kotick as an excellent surgeon and receiving outstanding care from him and his office staff! What more can one wish for as a patient!