Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

David Tauber, MD

Board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in natural-looking facial and body cosmetic surgery, including wide-awake options when appropriate.

Albany & Saratoga Springs, NY

Dr. David Tauber is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic surgery of the face and body. He completed his Plastic Surgery Residency at Albany Medical College and a fellowship in Aesthetic Craniofacial Surgery at Harvard / Massachusetts General Hospital.

His approach combines surgical training, detail-focused planning, and an artistic eye to create customized, natural-looking results.

Dr. David Tauber, board-certified plastic surgeon in Albany, NY

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About Dr. Tauber

A detail-focused approach to cosmetic plastic surgery

Dr. Tauber combines technical training with an aesthetic eye to help patients improve facial balance, body contour, and overall confidence while preserving a natural appearance.

His practice includes facial rejuvenation, wide-awake cosmetic surgery, breast surgery, body contouring, fat grafting, rhinoplasty, and functional nose surgery for breathing difficulty. Patients considering nose surgery can learn more about Dr. Tauber’s approach as an Albany rhinoplasty surgeon.

Face

Tri-Harmony Lift® face and neck lift, eyelid rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, and facial fat grafting.

Breast

Breast augmentation, breast lift, breast revision, and fat grafting when appropriate.

Body

CoreComplete™ abdominal contouring, liposuction, labiaplasty, and selected wide-awake procedures.

Before & After Photos

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Patient Perspective

What patients say about Dr. Tauber

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Google Reviews

Excellent
David M. Tauber, MD4.9
Based on 93 reviews
john A.
I was seen promptly for my appointment. The staff was very friendly and Dr.Deluca very efficient at performing my procedure.I highly recommend this practice.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! 😊 We're absolutely delighted that your visit was a positive experience and that our team, including Dr. Deluca, made you feel at ease. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. Looking forward to welcoming you back!
Marylou G.
I see Dr. Tauber. He is very kind, personable and empathetic. He has a great bedside manner. I would highly recommend him.
Response from the owner:Hi and thanks a ton for your kind words! 😊 It's so encouraging to know that Dr. Tauber has made a positive impact on your visits. We're grateful for your recommendation and are always here to make you feel comfortable and heard.
Hannaha M.
I honestly couldn’t be happier with my experience with Dr. Tauber and his entire team. From my very first consultation, I felt heard, comfortable, and confident that I was in the right hands. I had a very specific vision for my results—I wanted to feel feminine and fuller while still looking proportional and natural, and I trusted Dr. Tauber completely to help me achieve that. Throughout the entire process, he was knowledgeable, patient, and attentive. He took the time to listen to what I wanted while also giving me his honest professional opinion, which meant so much to me. I never felt rushed or like just another patient. The care I received before and after surgery was exceptional. Recovery can come with a lot of questions and emotions, and I always felt like I had support and reassurance when I needed it. Now that I’m seeing my results come together, I am SO happy I made the decision to have my surgery with Dr. Tauber. My results are exactly what I was hoping for—full, feminine, and beautiful while still looking like they belong to me. ❤️ I’m incredibly grateful to Dr. Tauber and his entire team for taking such good care of me and helping me feel even more confident in myself. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone considering breast augmentation!
Response from the owner:Hello there! I'm absolutely delighted to hear that your experience with Dr. Tauber and our team was so positive. It's wonderful that you felt supported and listened to throughout your journey. We're truly touched by your recommendation and glad to have been part of bringing your vision to life. Thank you for your heartfelt words! ❤️
William Z.
I was pleasantly greeted each time I walked through the door! The staff, each and every one, is exceptional. Everything was explained to me and the outcome was as told. There is not a high enough grade to give the entire staff and procedure, from counsel to removal of stitches. Thank you.
Response from the owner:Hello! Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We're thrilled you felt welcomed and well taken care of throughout your visit. It's our pleasure to support every step of the way, from start to finish. We’re grateful for choosing us!
Rip S.
Dr. Deluca is the best you can get. His skills are top notch.
Response from the owner:Hi there! It's so wonderful to hear that you had a great experience and found the care you received to be of such high quality. We're glad to be part of your journey and appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing us!
Margaret D.
Love this office and its entire staff! Everyone is professional and makes their patients feel very comfortable and at ease. Brianne was exceptionally patient and attentive. I highly recommend DeLuca plastic surgery and their highly skilled aesthetic nurse specialists.
Response from the owner:Hello Margaret, we're incredibly grateful for your wonderful feedback! 🌟 It's heartening to know that you felt comfortable and well taken care of by our team. Brianne and everyone here are happy to have been a part of your positive experience. Your recommendations are highly valued, thank you for sharing!

RealSelf Reviews

 

Training & Credentials

Education and plastic surgery training

Education

  • Doctorate of Medicine: Albany Medical College, May 2007
  • Master of Medical Science: Boston University School of Medicine & Harvard Institute of Medicine, September 2003
  • Bachelor of Science: The Pennsylvania State University, May 1999

Post-medical school training

  • Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency: Albany Medical Center, 2007–2012
  • Chief Resident: Integrated Plastic Surgery, Albany Medical Center, 2012–2013
  • Fellowship: Aesthetic & Reconstructive Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Harvard Medical School / Massachusetts General Hospital, 2013–2014
American Board of Plastic Surgery logo American Society of Plastic Surgeons member logo

Certification & Advanced Training

Board certification and selected advanced training

  • American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2015
  • Advances in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery: Mastery Course, 2014
  • ACFS / ASMS Boot Camp, 2013
  • Advances in Facial Restoration and Rejuvenation, 2013
  • The Basic Microsurgery Training Course, 2012
  • Basic Maxillofacial Principles and Techniques, 2010

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations

  • Albany Medical Center Hospital
  • Albany Medical Center South Clinical Campus
  • St. Peter’s Surgery & Endoscopy Center

State Licensure

New York, 2013 to present

Recognition

Awards and honors

RealSelf 100 & 500 Hall of Fame Inductee

Dr. David Tauber has been recognized among doctors inducted into the RealSelf 100 and 500 Hall of Fame.

RealSelf 500 Awards

Recognized with RealSelf 500 Awards in 2016 and 2017.

Additional honors

  • Top Doc Award Winner
  • Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society
  • Frank C. Maxon, Jr., MD Alumni Award
  • W. Brandon Macomber Award
RealSelf Hall of Fame Badge 2017 RealSelf 500 Badge 2016 RealSelf 500 Badge Top Doc Award Badge

Learning Corner

Helpful posts from Dr. Tauber

In The News

Dr. David Tauber in the news

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Academic Work

Research and presentations

Closure of Large Free Flap Donor Sites Using External Tissue Expansion

Presented at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting in San Diego, CA. Manuscript submitted to Microsurgery, February 2014.

Efficacy and Cost Effectiveness of Fasciotomy Closure Using Continuous External Tissue Expansion

Presented at the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, September 2013.

Repair of Recurrent Ventral Hernias Using Tissue Expansion and Porcine Acellular Dermal Matrix

Presented at Albany Medical Center Resident Poster Day and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting.

Standardized Facial Trauma Consultation Form

Presented at the 2011 American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting and accepted to Annals of Plastic Surgery.

Selected Publication

Clinical Diagnosis in Plastic Surgery, 2016

Editor and author. The book presents clinical diagnosis in a concise format for plastic surgeons.

Ready When You Are

Take the Next Step Toward a More Refreshed, Natural-Looking You.

Whether you are considering facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, or body contouring, your consultation is the best place to begin. We will review your goals, answer your questions, and help you understand the options that make the most sense for you.

  • Natural-looking results
  • Private, personalized care
  • In-office options for many procedures
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