- Treatments
- Meet the Specialists
Meet the Specialists
- Success Stories
Success Stories
- Resources
- About Hyperhidrosis
About Hyperhidrosis
- Contact Us
Dr. Reisfeld
Research & Media
Research & Media
Dr. Reisfeld has dedicated his career to advancing the field of hyperhidrosis surgery. His peer-reviewed research and media appearances bring decades of clinical experience to patients, physicians, and researchers worldwide.
REQUEST A FREE CONSULTATION6
Peer-reviewed journal papers
1,274+
Patients included in clinical studies
96.6%
Success rate in plantar hyperhidrosis study
10+
National & international media appearances
Peer-Reviewed Research
Medical Journal Papers
2018
Book
Hyperhidrosis — A Complete Guide to Diagnosis and Management
Dr. Reisfeld contributed two chapters on the surgical treatment of plantar hyperhidrosis via ELS to this comprehensive reference book for medical professionals and researchers. Available on Amazon.
Read more
2013
The American Surgeon
Severe Plantar Hyperhidrosis: An Effective Surgical Solution
A peer-reviewed study evaluating the overall safety and efficacy of endoscopic lumbar sympathectomy (ELS) using the clamping method in a large series of consecutive patients.
Read more
2010
Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
Endoscopic Lumbar Sympathectomy for Focal Plantar Hyperhidrosis Using the Clamping Method
Results from the first 63 patients treated, with 96.6% achieving total anhidrosis. The first peer-reviewed summary of the clamping approach for plantar hyperhidrosis.
Read more
2006
Clinical Autonomic Research
Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis: Should We Place the Clamps at T2–T3 or T3–T4?
Outcomes study of 1,274 patients evaluating optimal clamp placement for palmar, plantar, axillary, and facial hyperhidrosis — with implications for compensatory sweating rates.
Read more
2005
Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
Azygos Lobe in Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis
Describes relatively uncommon anatomical findings encountered during ETS and the surgical methods used to address them — contributing to safer surgical technique.
Read more
2002
Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis
Dr. Reisfeld's 2002 publication in a peer-reviewed surgical journal, establishing early outcomes for the ETS procedure and contributing to the growing literature on sympathectomy.
Read moreIn the News
News & Media
CBS 2
Television · Special Assignment
CBS 2 Special Assignment: Hyperhidrosis
A television feature showing Dr. Reisfeld performing the Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy procedure and speaking with patients about the impact on their lives.
Read more
Newsweek
Print · National Magazine
Hyperhidrosis Article from Newsweek Magazine
Dr. Reisfeld was interviewed and published in the June 29, 1998 issue of Newsweek — bringing national attention to hyperhidrosis as a treatable medical condition.
Read more
Heart & Soul
Print · Magazine
Heart and Soul Magazine — Body Clinic Interview
Dr. Reisfeld was featured in the June/July 2002 issue under the Body Clinic health advisor section, discussing hyperhidrosis diagnosis and surgical options.
Read more
Fox / 48 Hours
Television
Fox News & 48 Hours: Hyperhidrosis Interview
Dr. Reisfeld was interviewed by both 48 Hours and Fox News regarding hyperhidrosis and its surgical treatment. Segments were recorded for potential future broadcast.
Life Moments
Cable Television
Life Moments: Making It Happen — Flo's Story
Dr. Reisfeld was featured on this cable show chronicling women overcoming adversity. The episode followed a model and actress treating palmar hyperhidrosis through sympathectomy.
WebMD
Online · Live Chat
WebMD Live Chat: A Cure for Excessive Sweating
Dr. Reisfeld hosted a WebMD live Q&A on diagnosing and treating hyperhidrosis, reaching a broad online audience seeking answers about excessive sweating.
INNX
Online · Health Report
HealthSurfing Report: Excessive Sweating
Featured on INNX HealthSurfing: "Latest treatments aim to stop hyperhidrosis." Produced by Mark Kadin and reported by Lucky Severson for InterNetwork News.
ESFB Channel
Online · Expert Feature
ESFB Channel — Meet the Experts
Dr. Reisfeld has been featured in the Meet the Experts section of this site dedicated to hyperhidrosis information, answering patient questions about diagnosis and surgical treatment.
Read moreWant to learn more?
See if surgery could change your story.
A consultation is a conversation, not a commitment. Tell us what you are experiencing — we will tell you whether surgery is the right path.