He then completed a fellowship at the prestigious Chicago Cosmetic Surgery Institute under the tutelage of one of the leading buttocks implantation and body contouring surgeons in the country. He specializes in the full spectrum of facial, breast, body and laser procedures, with unique expertise in buttocks implantation and augmentation, as well as other exotic implants.

A forward-thinking and detail-oriented surgeon, Dr. Riccio has spoken at conferences across the country on subjects ranging from nipple reconstruction to his buttocks implant technique to best practices. Dr. Riccio has a keen aesthetic eye and enjoys applying creativity in the medical field to help patients reach their goals. He is a committed partner from first consultation until he has met and exceeded his patients’ expectations.

Fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Charlie Riccio specializes in a range of facial, breast, body and laser procedures, with unique expertise in buttocks implantation and augmentation, as well as other exotic implants.  He completed his residency at Jackson Health System/University of Miami, where he received extensive training with the field’s most renowned leaders in the aesthetic surgery capital of the world. Dr. Riccio then completed a fellowship at the prestigious Chicago Cosmetic Surgery Institute under the tutelage of one of the leading buttocks implantation and augmentation surgeons in the country. A forward-thinking and detail-oriented surgeon, Dr. Riccio has spoken at conferences across the country on subjects ranging from nipple reconstruction to his buttocks implant technique to best practices.

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Dr. Riccio has a keen aesthetic eye and a passion for creative problem-solving.  He embraces a personalized, holistic approach, taking the time to listen carefully to his patients’ goals and concerns, and is committed to achieving outstanding results.  Originally from Kentucky and the son of English and Italian immigrants, Dr. Riccio now lives and practices in Palm Beach County with his wife, Nikki, and their goldendoodle, Olly. In his free time, he is an avid golfer, fitness buff, and food aficionado.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

  • Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Fellowship: University of Illinois – Chicago/Shifrin Plastic Surgery (Chicago, IL)
  • Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (Chief Year): University of Miami/Jackson Health System (Miami, FL)
  • Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (Integrated Residency): University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Memphis, TN)
  • Medical School: University of Louisville (Louisville, KY)
  • Master of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology: Tulane University (New Orleans, LA)
  • Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN)
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MEDICAL LICENSURE

  • Florida (active)
  • Illinois (active)

SELECTED PEER-REVIEWED 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.
  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.
  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.
  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.
  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.

Presentations

  1. Riccio CA. Blepharoplasty – Fundamentals and Techniques. University of Miami Division of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds. Miami, FL. September 23, 2021.
  2. Riccio CA. Hair Transplantation and Surgery for Alleviation of Migraines. University of Miami Division of Plastic Surgery. Miami, FL. June 3, 2022.
  3. Riccio CA. Buttocks Reshaping-Implants. University of Illinois-Chicago Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds. Chicago, IL. April 12, 2023
  4. 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.
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