To become a new patient of Dr. Pan, please call:
Deborah Pan, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Connecticut
Philosophy
Dr. Pan’s philosophy centers on restoring or improving one’s natural appearance, rather than drastic alteration. Through education and instruction, she demonstrates to her patients why she advises certain interventions and the logic behind her thought process. That way, her patients fully understand the recommended procedures.
Dr. Pan is also a staunch advocate of preventative treatments to combat aging. She feels this is the cornerstone of her anti-aging philosophy: “age gracefully, but not without a fight.”
In addition to providing excellent surgical care, Dr. Pan also feels it is important to research and provide the latest non-invasive aesthetic technologies at ESANA.
Dr. Pan specializes in the following surgical procedures
- Breast Implants/Augmentation
- Breast Lift
- Breast Lift with Implants
- Breast Reduction
- Brachioplasty/Arm Lift
- Tummy Tucks/Abdominoplasty
- Mommy Makeovers
- Labiaplasty
- Upper Blepharoplasty/Eyelid Lift
Dr. Pan specializes in the following non-invasive treatments
- Ultherapy
- Kybella
- CoolSculpting
- Vaginal Rejuvenation
- Morpheus8
- Deep Chemical Peel/
Croton Oil Phenol Peel
- Botox Injectables
- Dysport Injectables
- Juvederm Injectables
- Restylane Injectables
- Sculptra
To get started, schedule a consultation with Dr. Pan
Biography:
Dr. Deborah Pan is a board-certified female plastic surgeon serving all of greater New Haven and Fairfield counties and has patients from as far away as New York City to the Boston area. She completed her higher education at the finest institutions, graduating as valedictorian of her high school and going on to attend Harvard University, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and then completed her general surgery and plastic surgery training at Yale University. Since finishing her training, she has dedicated herself to serving the Connecticut population. She founded ESANA Plastic Surgery Center & MedSpa in 2006, three years after starting her practice in New Haven.
As the first female plastic surgeon in New Haven, her practice and reputation quickly grew for her outstanding work in breast reconstruction as well as cosmetic surgery of the breast, body, and face. She has won the New Haven Advocate’s Readers’ Poll for Best Cosmetic Surgeon numerous times, and ESANA has also won multiple awards from Connecticut Magazine, New Haven Living Magazine, and the New Haven Advocate. In the past she has also appeared as a guest on WTNH’s Connecticut Style, as well as being interviewed by local publications for her opinions on the latest in plastic and reconstructive surgery topics.
Dr. Pan’s interests outside of work include worldwide travel and food. Having been athletic all her life she tries to maintain a balance of healthy living and work responsibilities and can often be found participating in yoga, Pilates, tennis, golf, skiing and paddle boarding.
Charitable Work:
Since her formative residency years, Dr. Pan has donated her time and efforts to providing plastic surgery to those in need, travelling to such remotely underserved countries including Morocco, Thailand, Colombia, and several times to the Philippines. While there, she performed repairs of cleft lips, burn traumas, and birth defects.
For her repeated medical missions, Dr. Pan was awarded the Philippine American Association of Connecticut Service Award “for her untiring and continued support to improve the quality of life of indigent Filipinos” in 2010. She can also be found sponsoring charitable events around the greater New Haven area.
Dr. Deborah Pan: Patient Testimonials
Anonymous
Oct 27, 2014
Dr. Pan is the ultimate professional. She is caring, kind and a master at her craft. From the very first phone call to the office to her superior support staff at Yale for the surgery, I was reassured and supported 100%. Dr Pans surgical staff led by Jennifer at Yale were also truly incredible. I’ve been so very impressed and so very pleased that Dr. Pan is my surgeon.
Lori Long
Nov 21, 2021
I went to Esana to meet with Dr. Pan after we had an online consultation. I researched many plastic surgeons in CT/NY prior. She went over all of my options that would be best for me. I followed her suggestions for my body type and the look I was trying to achieve. She made me feel 100% confident she was the surgeon for me. I am only about a week out and the whole process and recovery has been amazing. Everyone is different recovery wise, but I have to say I feel amazing already and I’m loving the results I’m seeing. Alyssa her PA is also amazing caring and attentive. Susan in the office was very responsive anytime I had questions. The whole team has made this process so easy. I would recommend Dr. Pan and her team to anyone. She it truly talented and has the best team working with her.
Lisa Brecciaroli
Mar 11, 2023
ctmama
Nov 15, 2019
I have hereditary dark circles under my eyes, but as I’ve gotten older, they’re getting much more pronounced. I haven’t always had the hollows, but they’ve seemed to come with aging too. I’ve had doctors assume I had allergies (which can cause dark circles), kids ask why it’s so dark under my eyes, people think I’m tired… all of it. After looking up dermal fillers on Real Self, it seemed worth a shot!
Karen S.
Mar 6, 2021
As always, Dr. Deborah Pan, is professional, skilled, warm and concerned about my well-being. I go to her primarily for Ultherapy procedures, which I use to help lift my chin area. I’m 65 and people tell me I don’t look my age — so it’s working! I feel that I am in good hands, and I trust her completely.
Marissa Hodges
Aug 11, 2019
Dr. Pan made me feel very comfortable from start to finish her skills are amazing. I am so happy with my results. I highly recommend Esana Spa to all.
Shana
Mar 5, 2025
Dr Pan is amazing she makes you feel comfortable and she is compassionate. She is extremely attentive and easy to talk and I felt comfortable asking her questions. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to have any surgery. Her and her staff call and check in on you after surgery and are only a phone call or text message away if you have any issues or concerns.
Lauren P.
Jan 21, 2026
Not only is Dr. Pan one of the best in the industry but so is her team of professionals. From the moment I met Dr. Pan, I was confident in her to deliver the exact results I was looking for. Dr. Pan has a calm and collected bed side manner that puts you at ease. Her team is sweet, friendly and always responsive. No arrogant attitudes when you walk in just smiles and good vibes. Shout out to Michelle, one of the surgical coordinators, for answering my endless questions and always being there whenever needed. I highly recommend Dr. Pan and Esana for all of your surgical and aesthetic needs!
Fitmama123
Feb 1, 2021
I finally decided to have boobs : ) always wanted them, but was scared of: 1. Surgery, 2. Possible Side effects, 3. Complications.
But… I decided to take the risk. I’ve had two kids, breastfed them both total of 3,5 years (but I was always flat chested)
My height 5’2″
Breast size 30/32 AA – A
Breast width: 11,5-12
I’m choosing mentor moderate profile plus 225 or 250cc will make final decision of the day of surgery which is tomorrow!
I chose Dr Deborah Pan. She’s amazing, warm, easygoing, knowledgeable. I felt like I could talk to her about everything. She introduced me to subfascial breast argumentation, I did my research on it (read medical journals, not a lot of doctors in the US perform them) and it is the best way to go for someone like me- personal trainer, who loves active lifestyle and weight lifting.
Updated on 3 Feb 2021:
I was so nervous!!! But an entire team was amazing. Everyone put me at ease. I told dr Pan to pick size on the operating table either 225c or 250cc whatever will look best and most natural on me 🙂
She did 225cc!!! I literally just got back home 🙂 I will see them for the first time in two days. Post op is on Thursday
Updated on 3 Feb 2021:
Feeling great. Resting. Dr Pan did subfascial augmentation. Which means I’m not in crazy amount of pain. I’m only taking Tylenol for pain managment. The most challenging thing is sleeping on my back 🙂
Updated on 4 Feb 2021:
Bandages are off. Feeling so much better! 225cc everything looks good
Updated on 21 Feb 2021:
This is what they look like when I’m flexing my chest muscles (under fascia placement) and how firm they still are at week 3. But they are getting softer every single day and I feel the difference.
Updated on 16 Mar 2021:
I’m really happy with my results. They feel comfy, soft, I like the way they look. I’m working out a little, stretching my chest muscles daily. I love my progress