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🎃☕ Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis #023

PUMPKIN SPICE DEPENDENCY DISORDER

It starts innocently enough…

“One pumpkin spice latte, please.” ☕️🎃

Then suddenly you’re putting pumpkin spice in your coffee, your muffins, your candles, your cereal… and possibly your entire personality. 😂

Common symptoms include:
🎃 Needing pumpkin spice before noon
☕ Ordering pumpkin spice in a drink that absolutely does NOT need it
🍂 Feeling personally offended when someone says, “It’s just pumpkin spice.”
🛒 Buying anything simply because the label says Pumpkin Spice
😩 Experiencing seasonal withdrawal when it disappears from the shelves

The treatment plan?
Moderation. Hydration. A little exercise. And remembering that coffee can, in fact, exist without pumpkin spice. 😂

🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Medical Pearl:
Pumpkin spice is perfectly fine in moderation… but if everything you own smells like a pumpkin candle, it may be time to seek help. 🎃🤣

👇 TAG A FRIEND WHO CAN’T FUNCTION WITHOUT PUMPKIN SPICE!

Pumpkin Spice Dependency Disorder is a completely made-up diagnosis and is not recognized by any medical organization.

We embraced the technology. Now we’re seeing why it matters.

A few months ago, we introduced Ageless AI at New Beginnings Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery because we believe that embracing innovation is an important part of modern aesthetic medicine.

https://ageless.ai/a/newbeginningsplasticsurgery/transformation?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic

After using it with our patients, we’ve seen just how valuable this technology can be.

Ageless AI gives patients the opportunity to visualize potential treatments on their own face—before making a decision.

It can help patients better understand what we’re discussing, explore different possibilities, and have a more meaningful conversation about what they may or may not want to pursue.

And that’s really where we see the value.

Technology doesn’t replace the consultation.

It enhances it.

AI can show possibilities.
Experience helps determine what’s appropriate.
And an artistic eye helps create balance and natural-looking results.

That’s why we’re excited to continue incorporating Ageless AI into our practice—and why we’re proud to see it recognized with the 2026 Aesthetic Award for Best in Industry: Technology Innovation.

At New Beginnings, we believe in embracing the future while never losing sight of what matters most:

The technology may be new.
The importance of experience and artistry is timeless.

Innovation attracts attention.
Experience earns trust.
Artistry creates beauty.

🍂 Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis #022

AUTUMN APPROACH ANXIETY

Yes… we know. We’re a little late with this diagnosis. 😂

But if you’re still mourning the end of summer, refusing to accept that the days are getting shorter, or wondering how pumpkin spice somehow took over the entire Hudson Valley overnight…

You may still be suffering from Autumn Approach Anxiety. 🍁

Common symptoms include:
🍂 Taking the first fallen leaf personally
☀️ Checking the forecast for one last summer-like day
🩴 Refusing to officially retire the flip-flops
🎃 Being suspicious of anything pumpkin spice
😩 Wondering where the summer went

The treatment?

Enjoy the memories.
Embrace the season.
And start planning for next summer. ☀️😉

Dr. Silverman’s Medical Pearl:
You can’t stop the seasons from changing — but you can make sure you enjoyed the season you had.

😂 TAG SOMEONE WHO STILL ISN’T READY TO LET SUMMER GO!

Autumn Approach Anxiety is a completely made-up diagnosis and is not recognized by any medical organization.

HONORED TO BE NAMED ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST PLASTIC SURGEONS 2026

I’m incredibly honored to share that I have been selected by Newsweek for America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2026, recognized in the categories of Breast Augmentation and Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck).

Seeing this recognition arrive in the mail was a pretty special moment.

For me, plastic surgery has never been simply about a procedure. It’s about listening to patients, understanding what they want to achieve, creating a thoughtful surgical plan, and taking pride in the results we work toward together.

I’m grateful to my patients who have trusted me with their care, and to my incredible team at New Beginnings Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. This recognition would not be possible without them.

I’m proud to continue serving the Hudson Valley community where I was born, raised, and have had the privilege of practicing plastic surgery for more than a decade.

Thank you, Newsweek, for this incredible honor. And thank you to every patient who has trusted me with their journey.

— Adam T. Silverman, MD, MS, FACS
New Beginnings Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Come down to Raymond avenue in the Arlington district for the Arlington Street Fair. Play a fun game of corn hole!!!

🇺🇸 25 Years — We Remember 9/11

September 11, 2001 — September 11, 2026

Twenty-five years later, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost, the families forever changed, and the firefighters, police officers, EMTs, military personnel, and ordinary Americans who showed extraordinary courage.

The morning that changed our nation:

🕊️ 8:46 AM
American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City.

🕊️ 9:03 AM
United Airlines Flight 175 struck the South Tower of the World Trade Center.

🕊️ 9:37 AM
American Airlines Flight 77 struck the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia.

🕊️ 9:59 AM
The South Tower collapsed.

🕊️ 10:03 AM
United Airlines Flight 93 crashed into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers and crew fought back against the hijackers.

🕊️ 10:28 AM
The North Tower collapsed.

NEVER FORGET.

We remember the mothers and fathers.
The sons and daughters.
The husbands and wives.
The friends and coworkers.
The first responders who ran toward danger.
And the passengers and crew of Flight 93 who fought back.

Twenty-five years later, their lives still matter.
Their stories still matter.
Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

25 years later, we still remember where we were when the world changed.

🇺🇸 Always Remember. Never Forget.

— New Beginnings Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

#911

🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis

🩴 Diagnosis #020: Flip-Flop Foot Syndrome

📋 Case Report

Today’s patient walked into the office…

…very slowly.

When asked what happened, she replied,

“Doctor… I thought flip-flops were appropriate footwear for a full day of walking.”

After observing the unmistakable flip-flop shuffle and hearing the familiar slap… slap… slap down the hallway, the diagnosis became obvious…

Flip-Flop Foot Syndrome.

Clinical Observations

🩴 Patients believe flip-flops are suitable for beaches… shopping… amusement parks… hiking… and somehow even airports.

🩴 The sound of approaching footsteps can be identified from two blocks away.

🩴 Patients develop a mysterious “toe grip” while walking to keep their sandals from flying off.

🩴 By the end of the day, they insist,
“My feet have never been this tired.”

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🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Sole Recovery Plan

✔️ Flip-flops are perfect for the beach and the pool.

✔️ If you’re planning miles of walking, your feet will appreciate a more supportive shoe.

✔️ Give your feet a break with a little stretching after a long day.

✔️ Reserve flip-flops for relaxation—not marathons at the outlet mall.

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💎 Dr. Silverman’s Real Medical Pearl

Your feet are your foundation. Supportive footwear can help reduce foot, knee, hip, and even back discomfort. Saving the flip-flops for shorter outings is a simple way to keep your feet happier all summer long.

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🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis

Making the Hudson Valley smile… one completely made-up diagnosis at a time.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Flip-Flop Foot Syndrome is not recognized by any medical organization… but it seems to appear every summer after “just a quick walk” unexpectedly turns into five miles.

👇 Tag the friend who wears flip-flops absolutely everywhere… even when everyone else is wearing sneakers! 🩴😂

☀️ Diagnosis #019: Sunscreen Amnesia

📋 Case Report

Today’s patient walked into the office proudly announcing,

“Doctor… I hardly ever wear sunscreen.”

Thirty seconds later…

“Also… do you have anything for this sunburn?”

After a careful examination (and noticing the unmistakable flip-flop tan lines), the diagnosis became obvious…

Sunscreen Amnesia.

Clinical Observations

☀️ Patients confidently say, “I’ll only be outside for a few minutes.”

☀️ Four hours later… they’re searching the medicine cabinet for aloe.

☀️ The sunscreen somehow makes it to the beach… but never makes it onto the skin.

☀️ The phrase “I don’t burn” is usually followed by, “Can someone hand me the aloe?”

☀️ Sunglasses are remembered. Sunscreen? Not so much.

☀️ Patients remember to protect their phone from overheating but forget their own skin.

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🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Skin Protection Plan

✔️ Wear a broad-spectrum SPF every day—not just at the beach.

✔️ Reapply sunscreen throughout the day, especially after swimming or sweating.

✔️ Protecting your skin today helps reduce premature aging tomorrow.

✔️ Less sun damage means fewer wrinkles, fewer dark spots, and healthier-looking skin.

✔️ Aloe vera may become your new best friend… but preventing the burn is much easier than treating it.

✔️ And while Botox can soften crow’s feet caused by years of smiling and squinting, sunscreen is still your skin’s first line of defense.

✔️ Bonus prescription: Schedule a yearly skin exam. Healthy skin never goes out of style.

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🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis

Making the Hudson Valley smile… one completely made-up diagnosis at a time.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Sunscreen Amnesia is not recognized by any medical organization… but dermatologists and plastic surgeons everywhere agree that sunscreen is one of the best investments you can make for your skin.

👇 Tag the friend who’s always asking, “Does anyone have sunscreen?”… after they’ve already been outside for three hours! ☀️😎

🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis

🍦 Diagnosis #017: Ice Cream Dependency Disorder

📁 Clinic Notes

Today’s patient arrived with a very unusual concern…

“Doctor… I only planned on having one scoop… but somehow I’ve visited the ice cream shop four times this week.”

After a careful review of the patient’s history (and checking the freezer), the diagnosis became clear…

Ice Cream Dependency Disorder.

Clinical Observations

🍦 Patients insist that frozen yogurt “doesn’t count.”

🍦 Every hot day is considered a medically acceptable reason for ice cream.

🍦 “I’ll just have one bite” frequently becomes an empty bowl.

🍦 Patients can somehow find room for dessert… even after saying they’re completely full.

🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Frozen Dessert Management Plan

✔️ Enjoy your favorite treat… in moderation.

✔️ Try not to call sprinkles a food group.

✔️ Remember that “walking to the ice cream shop” does not automatically cancel out the calories.

✔️ If you’re ordering a second cone because the first one melted too fast… simply embrace summer.

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🩺 Dr. Silverman’s Weekly Diagnosis

Making the Hudson Valley smile… one completely made-up diagnosis at a time.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Ice Cream Dependency Disorder is not recognized by any medical organization… but it seems to peak between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

👇 Tag the friend who says, “I’m just getting one scoop”… and somehow leaves with three! 🍦😂