Palmer Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Ft. Lauderdale 954-989-5001
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    • Abdominoplasty
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    • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
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    • Brow Lift
    • Thigh Lift
    • Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
    • Breast Augmentation
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Correction of Gynecomastia
    • Augmentation Mastopexy / Breast Lift
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Meet Our Staff

Meet Team

Dr. Palmer was born and raised in New York City, where he attended Benjamin Cardozo High School and graduated at the age of 15. After graduating, he then moved to Florida, where he attended the University of Miami and received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1976.

Dr. Palmer then attended the University of Miami Medical School until 1980. He became the first graduate from the University of Miami to be accepted into a Harvard Surgical Residency program. He completed his internship and general surgery residency at Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School in 1985 where he was appointed and served as the surgical chief resident.

After completing his general surgical training at Beth Israel Hospital, a Harvard University teaching hospital, Dr. Palmer moved to California, where he completed his Plastic Surgery Residency at the UCLA Medical Center. Following his graduation from UCLA in 1987, Dr. Palmer completed a microsurgical and hand surgery fellowship and served as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA in 1988.

Once completing his time at UCLA in 1988, Dr. Palmer moved to Hollywood, Fla., where he started his private practice. When he arrived in the Hollywood-Fort Lauderdale area, Dr. Palmer brought to the medical community the newest techniques in the management of facial trauma and in immediate and delayed breast reconstruction. Along with starting his practice, Dr. Palmer also started the Department of Plastic Surgery at Memorial Regional Hospital where he served as chief of that department from 2001-2007. He has served as president of Broward County Society of Plastic Surgeons from 1997 to 1998, 2002 to 2004 and 2011 to 2013.

For the last 20 years, Dr. Palmer’s practice has been devoted almost exclusively to cosmetic surgery. He has focused his high-quality training to bring many different and important benefits to his cosmetic patients. He was one of the first plastic surgeons in the country to combine facelifts with full face laser resurfacing and is widely known and respected for producing outstanding results with minimal pain and extremely fast post-operative recoveries.

Dr. Palmer has been published both locally and nationally, as well as being honored with multiple awards. You can learn more about Dr. Palmer, his awards and accomplishments below.

MEDICAL LICENSURE

  • State of Florida
  • State of California
  • State of West Virginia

BOARD CERTIFICATION

  • American Board of Surgery – May 1986
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery – November 1990

HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS

  • Memorial Regional Hospital – 1988 to present
  • Memorial Hospital South – 1988 to present

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • Broward County Medical Association
  • Florida Medical Association
  • Broward County Society of Plastic Surgeons

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • New York State Regents Scholarship
  • State of Florida Donors Scholarship
  • Dean’s List, University of Miami (total of six times)
  • President’s Honor Roll, University of Miami (total of five times)
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honorary Society
  • Delta Theta Mu Honorary Fraternity
  • Lange Book Award

Meet Our Awesome Team Of Professionals

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Ramona Stewart

Executive Director

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Melissa Princinsky is the Practice Manager at Palmer Cosmetic Surgery since 2011. She is very knowledgable in how Dr. Palmer operates all aspects of his practice. Melissa is responsible for coordinating patient appointments and surgeries. She is eager to educate patients on how Dr. Palmer performs his procedures and is always available to answer any questions or concerns patients may have.

Melissa graduated from Florida Atlantic University with her Bachelor’s in Biology/Pre-Med and is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Melissa Princinsky

Practice Manager

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Tyler Perez is our Patient Care Coordinator. Her years of experience in patient care combined with enthusiasm for the aesthetics has made her a valuable asset to our team. She is constant communication with our patients during their recovery ensuring every patients questions/concerns are answered.
Tyler is currently enrolled at Broward College in Davie studying to become a Registered Nurse.

Tyler Perez

Patient Care Coordinator

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Marlyce Murphins has assisted Dr. Palmer in surgical procedures for the past 21 years. A native South Floridian, Marlyce has received both her Surgical Technician and RN licenses here in Florida.

Marlyce also assists our operating room manager with recovering patients. When she is not assisting with surgeries in our center, she can be found at Memorial Regional Hospital and Memorial Same Day Surgery Center West.

Marlyce Murphins

Surgical Tech & RN Manager

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Jennifer Huggard

Operating & Recovery Room R.N.

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Alison Garcia is our operating and recovery room nurse. After graduating from Broward College in 2008 she joined Dr. Palmer’s practice. Her passion to care for others and knowledge of plastic surgery makes her valuable to our practice. She ensures that our patients have a comfortable and positive surgical experience.

Alison Garcia

Operating & Recovery Room Nurse

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Christina Kerns is the CRNA at Palmer Cosmetic Surgery. A graduate of Florida State University (BSN) and Florida International University (MSN). She brings over five years’ experience in anesthesia. Her role at Palmer Cosmetic Surgery includes pre-operative evaluation, administration of anesthesia and patient monitoring during surgical procedures and during the recovery period. Christina works closely with Dr. Palmer ensuring that patients are safe and comfortable throughout the surgical procedure.

Christina Kerns

CRNA

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Dorothy Schaub

Surgical Tech

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Jennifer holds a degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who is certified in Family Practice through the American Academy of Nurse Practitoners. Additionally, she has received a doctoral degree in Adult Education specializing in Healthcare. She has been trained in the administration and preparation of cosmetic injectectables, Botox Cosmetics, Xeomin, peels, sclerotherapy, as well as other modalities. Her extensive experience in Family Practice and Cosmetic Dermatology allows for the highest level of safety for her patients.

Jennifer Kantis

Nurse Practitioner

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Olga Gilman is the Nurse Practitioner at Palmer Cosmetic Surgery. She attended school in the Chicagoland area and earned her MSN with Summa Cum Laude honors in 2017. Having a strong background in surgical dermatology as well as possessing a keen eye for aesthetics, her progression into cosmetic surgery was innate.

Olga’s role with Palmer Cosmetic Surgery involves performing minor non-invasive clinical procedures including Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA), Restylane (hyaluronic acid filler), and Selphyl Platelet-rich Fibrin Matrix treatments. During surgical days, she assists Dr. Palmer in the operating room.

Olga Gilman

Nurse Practitioner

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Izabella Udler is the Non-surgical Director at Palmer Cosmetic Surgery. She is a Registered Radio Frequency UltraSound Cavitation Specialist. Izabella’s passion matched with her outstanding results makes her a great asset to our team. She is an expert in her field as a licensed specialist with the National Certification Medical Association. Izabella will perform an in-depth consultation and assessment, in order to provide each individual with their personalized treatment plan. Izabella combines the very best techniques, offers state of the art equipment, and careful guidance through each journey to transformation.

Izabella Udler

Non-surgical Director

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Samantha R. Palmer is a Medical Aesthetician at Palmer Cosmetic Surgery.

Samantha R. Palmer

Medical Aesthetician

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Bableen Bajwa is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Bableen completed her MSN with honors in 2019 at the University of Miami. Since her graduation, Bableen has completed 3 highly recognized international training courses. These include trainings with Dr. Shino Bay in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, using hyaluronic acid filler for various areas of the face. The Master Lip Class with Dr. Melissa and Dr. Sarah at the Consultant Clinic in London, England and Julie Horne’s Lip Masterclass in Oslo, Norway.

Bableen Bajwa

Nurse Practitioner

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