Dr. Toby Meltzer
Experienced Phalloplasty Surgeon In Arizona and Oregon
Dr. Toby Meltzer, MD is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is globally recognized as one of the leading surgeons in the field of Gender Affirming Surgery. For many years, Dr. Meltzer was one of the only surgeons in the U.S. performing Phalloplasty. Dr. Meltzer offers RFF Phalloplasty. Groin Phalloplasty and Groin/RFF composite Phalloplasty in Scottsdale, Arizona and Portland, Oregon.
Dr. Meltzer became the first surgeon in Arizona to specialize in Gender Surgery when he moved from Portland to Scottsdale to expand his practice 2003. However, because Dr. Meltzer has always had a large number of patients based in the Pacific Northwest, he and Dr. Ley recently partnered with Legacy Good Samaritan to offer Phalloplasty in Portland once again. Patients can choose between either Scottsdale or Portland for surgery dates.
Phalloplasty in Scottsdale & Portland
Dr. Meltzer offers three types of Phalloplasty:
- Radial Forearm Flap (RFF) Phalloplasty: The creation of a phallus by using skin, nerves and vessels from the forearm. This is a microsurgical procedure that creates a sensate penis of adequate size for intercourse.
- Pedicled Groin Flap Phalloplasty: The creation of a phallus by using skin harvested from the groin and forming a tube that is slowly released from the patient's body. This is a staged procedure that creates a penis of adequate size but without erogenous sensation.
- Groin/RFF Composite Phalloplasty: Combines groin flaps for creation of the phallus and a forearm flap to create the urethra.
"From my first meeting with Dr. Meltzer, I was confident that I had not only made the right decision to select Dr. Meltzer as my surgeon, but also to move forward with bottom surgery [Groin Phalloplasty]... I am grateful to Dr. Meltzer and his amazing staff for their support, dedication and professionalism." — Zander
Surgery Requirements
Dr. Meltzer follows WPATH guidelines for surgery:
- You will need to provide two referrals from qualified mental health professionals for Phalloplasty.
- A letter from your hormone specialist stating you have been on 12 months of continuous hormones, unless clinically contraindicated.
Financing & Insurance
Dr. Meltzer accepts cash, credit cards and medical financing. He contracts with Kaiser and has also worked successfully with BCBS, UHC, Aetna, Cigna and Harvard Pilgrim insurance. Dr. Meltzer also accepts Medicaid (Apple Health.)
Booking a Consultation
Dr. Meltzer is available for in-person consultations in either Scottsdale or Portland for a fee of $100. To book a Phalloplasty consult, contact Dr. Meltzer's office here.
NOTE: Dr. Meltzer is a regular presenter at transgender conferences, including First Event, Gender Spectrum, Gender Odyssey, Keystone, and Southern Comfort. Dr. Meltzer often does consultations at conferences, offering a convenient way for patients from around the country to meet with him without having to travel to Arizona or Oregon for a consult.
Current wait list for a surgery date: 12 months for Groin Phalloplasty; 24 months for microsurgical Phalloplasty.
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