Christopher K. Patronella, MD
Katy
Christopher K. Patronella, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Katy, Texas, rated 4.9 stars across 159 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.
Surgery that removes glandular tissue and fat to flatten the male chest, the definitive fix for a condition that diet and training often cannot touch. Compare Katy clinics below and request a free consultation.
$4,500–$10,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Katy, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in Katy who list gynecomastia surgery among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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Surgery that removes glandular tissue and fat to flatten the male chest, the definitive fix for a condition that diet and training often cannot touch.
One procedure, permanent for true glandular tissue, which does not grow back
Compression vest for 4 to 6 weeks, desk work in about a week, chest training on hold for 6 weeks
Men with persistent chest fullness or firm tissue behind the nipple that has lasted beyond a year at a stable weight, in good health, with the underlying cause identified
5 plastic surgery practices in the Katy area list gynecomastia surgery. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 5 Katy practices that list gynecomastia surgery say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.
On average, male breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia and can take 1 – 3 hours, depending on the extent of excess breast tissue.
Once you are under anesthesia, Dr. Bartlett will make small, strategic incisions to either remove or suction out the excess glandular tissue and fat that contribute to your gynecomastia.
The results of gynecomastia surgery can be permanent, and the rate of success with this procedure is high.
Male breast reduction surgery is an outpatient procedure. You can expect to return home the same day in a special compression garment or binder.
General anesthesia is used during gynecomastia surgery.
Gynecomastia Surgery generally runs $4,500–$10,000 per procedure, and each Katy clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Katy clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Katy providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Results vary by patient, but most Katy providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Gynecomastia Surgery series.
Nationally, $4,500 to $10,000 including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility. Cases needing only liposuction sit lower. Cases combining gland excision with liposuction, which is most of them, sit in the middle. Severe cases requiring skin removal and nipple repositioning run higher. Insurance almost never covers it, since carriers classify it as cosmetic outside of rare documented pathology.
Because in true gynecomastia the fullness is glandular breast tissue, not fat. Gland is firm, sits directly behind the nipple, and responds to hormones rather than to calories. Training the pecs can even make the appearance more prominent by pushing the tissue forward. Fat responds to weight loss, and many men have a mix, which is why an examination to establish the ratio comes before any plan.
A shift in the balance between estrogen and testosterone. It is common and usually harmless during puberty, and often appears with age as testosterone declines. Specific triggers include anabolic steroids, certain medications, heavy alcohol or marijuana use, and, rarely, underlying medical conditions. A surgeon will ask about all of these, because removing the gland while the trigger continues invites recurrence of whatever tissue remains.
Usually not yet. Pubertal gynecomastia appears in a majority of adolescent boys and resolves on its own within six months to two years for most. Surgeons generally want the tissue stable for at least a year and the patient past the main hormonal swings before operating. If it persists into the late teens and is causing real distress, it becomes a legitimate surgical conversation, and it is worth having alongside a hormone evaluation.
For most cases the incision is a small curve along the lower edge of the areola, where the color change hides it well, plus a few tiny liposuction ports. These typically fade to near invisibility. Severe cases with substantial loose skin need longer incisions, and that trade is discussed up front. Scar quality on the chest is generally good with proper aftercare and sun protection.