Dr. William I. Kestin, MD

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Get to know Dr. William Kestin, who serves patients in New York City, New York.

Dr. Kestin is a board-certified ophthalmologist and ophthalmic microsurgeon, whose practice now is devoted exclusively to non-surgical facial aesthetics.

Dr. Kestin earned his medical degree from the UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey. He then went on to complete his residency in ophthalmology at the NYU Langone Medical Center.

A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the doctor is board-certified through the American Board of Ophthalmology, and  served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the New York University School of Medicine. 

Dr. Kestin is dedicated to providing customized non-surgical aesthetic alternatives tailored for each patient. He was among the first Ophthalmologists in the United States to become certified in the use of dermal fillers and has shared his expertise with his peers by teaching many courses on advanced aesthetic technique. He is internationally recognized for his signature approach which helps patients look fresh without losing their unique natural features. 

At his private practice in New York City, Dr. Kestin offers complimentary hour-long consultations and personalized treatments; he addresses each patient’s issues, questions, and concerns. Keenly aware of the difference between the practice of medicine and the art of medicine, Dr. Kestin offers a holistic wellness approach that encourages his patients to achieve their goals – to look and feel their best.

Dr. Kestin is an expert in non-surgical facial rejuvenation, including Botox, fillers, and Ultherapy.  In addition to his affiliation with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, he can be found in private practice at 635 Madison Avenue, New York City.

Dr. Kestin shares his skills with doctors from all over the world in his Advanced Injection Technique seminars. He also teaches a Master Injector Series, providing opportunities for the most experienced physicians to sharpen their aesthetic skills and keep up to date on the latest advances in the field.

On a more personal note, Dr. Kestin lives in Manhattan with his family.

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