Jaime L Bernstein, MD MS
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Jaime Bernstein is a highly accomplished, Ivy League-trained plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic surgery. A top performer throughout her academic and surgical career, Dr. Bernstein graduated as a University Scholar—the highest honor bestowed upon Syracuse University’s top student—and was selected to deliver the commencement address. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University, an Ivy League institution renowned for producing leaders in medicine.
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Dr. Bernstein completed her rigorous plastic surgery residency at Cornell and Columbia University Hospitals, where she trained at some of the world’s most esteemed institutions, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Hospital for Special Surgery. Following residency, she pursued further specialization through the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship—the oldest and most prestigious aesthetic surgery fellowship in the country—where she trained alongside global leaders in aesthetic surgery.
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Recognized for her exceptional skill, dedication, and innovation in the field, Dr. Bernstein has earned numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. She is committed to providing her patients with natural, beautiful results using the latest advancements in plastic surgery.
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Outside the operating room, Dr. Bernstein enjoys making music, singing, running, exploring Manhattan’s dynamic restaurant scene, and spending time with her family.
Education
Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian - Cornell and Columbia University Hospital
New York, New York
Medical School
Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University
New York, New York
Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship
Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital
New York, New York
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Awards
2025
Gaspar Anastasi Award - American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Top Resident and Fellow Presentation at the Annual Meeting
2024
The Dicran Goulian Award - NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
For Academic Excellence, given to the highest-achieving resident in the program
2024
Gaspar Anastasi Award - American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Top Resident and Fellow Presentation at the Annual Meeting
2024
Research Night 1st Place Presentation- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2024
The Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Travel Scholarship
2024
Women in Plastic Surgery Symposium Travel Scholarship
2023
Research Night 1st Place Presentation- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2022
Best Breast Paper – American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
2022
Outstanding Abstract (Top 3) – American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
2022
Resident Night 3rd Place Presentation- New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons
2022
Research Night 1st Place Presentation- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2021
Research Night 1st Place Presentation- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2020
Research Night 1st Place Presentation- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2019
Chairman’s Award for Academic Achievement- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2018
MD with Honors in Research- Weill Cornell Medical College
2018
The Coryell Prize in Surgery- Weill Cornell Medical College
Top medical school performance in surgery rotation
2018
Glasgow-Rubin Memorial Achievement- Weill Cornell Medical College
Awarded to top females of graduating class
2017
Alpha Omega Alpha- Weill Cornell Medical College
2017
Research Achievement Award- NewYork-Presbyterian Plastic Surgery
2017
Wellsford and Mildred Clark Medical Memorial Trust Fund Scholarship​
2017
Burroughs Wellcome Fund Award
2017
Clinical Translational Science Center Travel Award- Weill Cornell Medical College
2012-16
ETRA Health Fund Scholarship
2013-16
Orazio Dimauro Foundation Medical Scholarship
2013
Commencement Speaker- Syracuse University
Chosen to address 25,000 people at the entire university graduation ceremony
2013
University Scholar- Syracuse University
Highest achievable academic honor: academic achievement, leadership, community involvement
2013
Excellence in Chemistry-Syracuse University-Top performing student
2013
Clayton Spencer Award- Syracuse University
Exceptional Performance in Undergraduate Research
2013
Excellence in Spanish-Syracuse University-Top performing student
2013
Emerging Leadership Award- Syracuse University
2009-13
Chancellor Scholarship- Syracuse University
2012
Phi Beta Kappa- Syracuse University
2011-13
Orenstein Family Scholarship- Syracuse University
Awarded to outstanding student planning to pursue a career in medicine and research
2012
Remembrance Scholar- Syracuse University
Awarded on academic achievement, citizenship, and service to the community
2012
Ulysses J. Dunne Scholarship- Fairfield County Community Foundation
Academic Achievement and Community Involvement
2012
Gerald and Paul D'Amour Founder's Fellowship- National Award
Recognizes academic merit and achievement
2010-12
Women's Overseas Service League Scholarship- National Award
Scholarship based on commitment to advancement in public service