About | Riccio Plastic Surgery

About Dr. Riccio

Dr. Riccio takes a personalized, holistic approach to plastic surgery, taking the time to fully understand his patients’ goals. Innovative and detail-oriented, he is committed to achieving the best possible outcome for every patient. From your initial consultation to your post-operative care, Dr. Riccio is dedicated to ensuring that you are comfortable, informed, and well-cared for every step of the way.

Fellowship-Trained

Dr. Riccio completed his plastic surgery residency at Jackson Health System/University of Miami, where he had extensive training in a full spectrum of aesthetic plastic surgery and reconstructive procedures with a focus on facial procedures. Always the perfectionist, Dr. Riccio then completed an ASAPS-endorsed fellowship at the prestigious Chicago Cosmetic Surgery Institute, where he trained alongside one of the preeminent butt implantation and body contouring surgeons in the country.

Artistry and Innovation

Dr. Riccio believes that everyone is naturally beautiful and unique, but he also understands that many people have insecurities that can hold them back in their life. His goal is to enhance your natural beauty and to give you the confidence that you need and deserve. He has a well-trained aesthetic eye and is dedicated to helping you achieve the best version of yourself.

Education and Training

Aesthetic Society-Endorsed Fellowship: University of Illinois-Chicago/Shifrin Plastic Surgery (Chicago, IL)
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Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency (Chief Resident): Jackson Health System/University of Miami (Miami, FL)
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Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency (Integrated Residency): University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Memphis, TN)
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Medical School: University of Louisville (Louisville, KY)
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Master’s in Cell and Molecular Biology: Tulane University (New Orleans, LA)
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Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN)

Medical Licensure

Florida (active)

Illinois (active)

Selected Publications and Presentations

Peer-Reviewed Publications
1. Riccio CA, Zeiderman MR, Chowdhry S, Wilhelmi B. “Review of Nipple Reconstruction Techniques and Introduction of V to Y Technique in a Bilateral Wise Pattern Mastectomy or Reduction Mammaplasty.” ePlasty. 2015 April; 15:e11. PMID: 25987936.
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2. Riccio CA, Zeiderman MR, Chowdhry S, Brooks RM, Kelishadi SS, Tutela JP, Choo J, Yonick DV, Wilhelmi BJ. “Plastic Surgery of the Breast: Keeping the Nipple Sensitive.” ePlasty. 2015 July; 15:e28. PMID: 26171100.
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3. Schulz S., Zeiderman MR, Gunn, JS, Riccio CA, Chowdhry S, Brooks R, Choo JH, Wilhelmi BJ. “Safe Plastic Surgery of the Breast II: Saving Nipple Sensation.” ePlasty, 2017 Nov. 21; 17:e33. PMID: 29213346.
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4. Chang J, Awh C, Riccio CA, Konofaos P. “Earlobe Reconstruction With an Anteriorly Based Postauricular Flap.” ePlasty. 2020 Apr. 17; 20:ic7. PMID: 32362993.
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5. Cook J, Riccio CA, Youmans TN, Pozner JN. Commentary on: Cryptocurrency: The Future of Plastic Surgery Payments? Aesthet Surg J. 2022 Oct 13;42(11):1350-1352. doi: 10.1093/asj/sjac164. PMID: 35727294.
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Presentations
6. Riccio CA. Blepharoplasty – Fundamentals and Techniques. University of Miami Division of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds. Miami, FL. September 23, 2021.
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7. Riccio CA. Hair Transplantation and Surgery for Alleviation of Migraines. University of Miami Division of Plastic Surgery. Miami, FL. June 3, 2022.
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8. Riccio CA. Buttocks Reshaping-Implants. University of Illinois-Chicago Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds. Chicago, IL. April 12, 2023.
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9. Riccio CA, Patel K, Kazmouz S, Shifrin D. Gluteal Implant Augmentation – Comparing Outcomes Between A Single and Two Incision Technique. American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Annual Meeting. Miami, FL. April 20, 2023.Dr. Riccio believes that everyone is naturally beautiful and unique, but he also understands that many people have insecurities that can hold them back in their life. His goal is to enhance your natural beauty and to give you the confidence that you need and deserve. He has a well-trained aesthetic eye and is dedicated to helping you achieve the best version of yourself.

A Patient-Centered Approach