Training And Experience
The most important factors to evaluate when selecting your surgeon are training and experience. You should choose a surgeon who has graduated from a recognized medical school, completed one or more specialized residencies, and performed a large number of plastic surgery procedures. In addition, you should ask your prospective surgeon whether he or she has been board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Board certification is an important benchmark because it requires passing of several stringent exams and a thorough evaluation of the surgeon’s professional record.
Dr. Jose Perez-Gurri completed his medical education at the highly recognized University of Miami School of Medicine, graduating in the top third of his class. He then pursued several surgical residencies, including a specialized residency in plastic surgery. Dr. Perez-Gurri is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has more than 25 years of experience. He possesses an excellent surgical record, and is highly regarded among both his patients and peers.
Dr. Onelio Garcia has impeccable plastic surgery credentials having completed his plastic surgery residency at University Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida under the tutelage of renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Bernard Kaye, a founder and past president of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. Additionally, he is a founding member of the Florida Foundation for Plastic Surgery Safety and is an active committee member and spokesperson for several organizations, including ASAPS and ASPS.
He is considered a surgeon of distinction and has served the plastic surgery community for the past 30 years. In 2013, he was awarded the prestigious Tiffany Award from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for the best scientific presentation of the year. Dr. Garcia also participates as part of the clinical faculty in the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Miami helping to train the residents in aesthetic surgery.
