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Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery* Age 51
Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD
3.8 (61 Ratings)
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Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Bradenton, FL.
Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD
3.8 (61 Ratings)
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Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery* Age 51
Bradenton, FL
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience
Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Bradenton, FL.

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Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Bradenton, FL and has 26 years experience. They graduated from University of California in 1998 and completed a residency at Kaiser Permanente.They currently practice at Lacerna Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and are affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital. At present, Dr. Lacerna received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 61 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Lacerna is board certified in Plastic Surgery.

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Nipple Reconstruction
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Locations

  1. 1 Lacerna Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    5301 4th Avenue Cir E, Bradenton, FL 34208

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Feb 16, 2024
i had xplant surgery. i love this doctor. coming back for mini facelift
nancy gianguzzo — Feb 16, 2024
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Care Philosophy
  • A consultation with Dr. Lacerna is like confiding to a close friend about insecurities you have about your appearance. As a woman, she listens very closely to your concerns and hopes. She understands exactly how women want to look and feel whether in a bikini or lingerie, or simply wanting the right curves in jeans, a little black dress, or a wedding gown. She understands you want your face to have that natural glow during a candlelit dinner or a reunion, but not look like you just had your face done. She understands that men also care as much abut their appearance, but they do not want to look overdone. As an artist, Dr. Lacerna can visualize the potential masterpiece in each individual. As an accomplished surgeon, she uses her skills and compassion to deliver the very best results safely and effectively.

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Biography
  • Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD is a cosmetic, plastic & reconstructive surgery specialist in Bradenton, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California in 1998. She specializes in Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
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Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California
    1998
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Plastic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Kaiser Permanente
    1999
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Kaiser Permanente
    2003
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Temple University
    2005
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lacerna's profile.

Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD holds board certification in Plastic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida Blake Hospital

    2020 59th St W, Bradenton, FL