Meet Dr. Sassoon

Dr. Al Sassoon brings over 25 years of experience to the field of women’s health care. His distinguished private practice, ALT•HER NYC, is conveniently located in a state-of-the-art facility on Park Avenue in the prestigious Upper East Side of Manhattan.

As a highly specialized Gynecologist and a leader in his field, Dr. Sassoon performs an elite spectrum of nonsurgical and surgical women’s health procedures for both functional restoration and cosmetic enhancement.

His core areas of expertise include:
  • Advanced Labiaplasty: Refined surgical techniques for aesthetic enhancement.
  • Vaginal Prolapse Repair: Expert surgical correction for anatomical support.
  • Comprehensive Vaginal Rejuvenation: Utilizing precise surgical methods.
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery: Proficiency in laparoscopy and complex abdominal surgeries when clinically indicated.

Every patient receives a customized consultation directly with Dr. Sassoon in our exclusive Park Avenue setting. He is supported by a devoted team of specialized medical professionals, ensuring world-class execution for every procedure.

By coupling his renowned surgical expertise with a deep emotional understanding of his patients’ goals, Dr. Sassoon consistently improves the quality of daily life for women seeking the pinnacle of feminine wellness in NYC.

Though the Years

Career Path

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Dr. Al Sassoon’s world-class expertise is anchored by an elite educational pedigree and over 25 years of experience in women’s health care. He began his academic career studying Physiology at McGill University in Montreal, Canada, before earning his medical degree from New York Medical College. His commitment to excellence was cemented by completing an Internship and Residency with honors at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, where he maintains admitting privileges and holds several influential positions. Further elevating his comprehensive patient-centered approach, Dr. Sassoon holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) from Columbia University, a specialization that profoundly informs the sophisticated standards of his practice. Currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Hofstra School of Medicine, instructing at Lenox Hill Hospital, he was previously an Assistant Clinical Professor at New York University Medical Center, demonstrating his dedication to advancing medical knowledge in NYC. His commitment is further underscored by his active membership in prestigious organizations, including the New York Gynecologic Society, and his status as a past president fellow of the Hugh R.K. Barber Alumni Society. This combination of Park Avenue professionalism, advanced surgical skill, and academic leadership positions Dr. Sassoon as the definitive specialist for cosmetic and functional gynecologic procedures in Manhattan.

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Dr. Al Sassoon’s standing as a leader in his field is reinforced by his active engagement within the medical community. He has been a distinguished member of several key organizations, including the New York Gynecologic Society, the New York County Medical Society, and the Westchester County Medical Society. Highlighting his commitment to professional mentorship and leadership, Dr. Sassoon also holds the prestigious title of Past President Fellow of the esteemed Hugh R.K. Barber Alumni Society. These affiliations underscore his adherence to the highest standards of medical practice and continuous professional excellence.

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Dr. Sassoon formalized his dedication to specialized, premium care in 2006 with the establishment of his private concierge medical practice, focusing exclusively on Obstetrics and Gynecology. Building upon this foundation, for the past decade, he has channeled his expertise into advanced vaginal surgeries, significantly improving the quality of life for countless women seeking renewal. Today, ALT•HER NYC stands as the definitive resource, committed to providing women with the highest-quality, specialized gynecology services and surgeries within a discreet, supportive, and world-class NYC environment.