Deciding to undergo cosmetic surgery is a deeply personal and significant decision. Choosing the right surgeon is immensely important. At Garramone Plastic Surgery in Fort Myers, our practice is built around two Board-Certified plastic surgeons whose backgrounds, techniques, and aesthetic philosophies complement one another.
What Board Certification Means and Why It Matters
Both Dr. Garramone and Dr. Garcia hold Board Certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery, which represents the gold standard for surgeons performing cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Patients are sometimes surprised to learn that physicians from many specialties can legally perform cosmetic procedures, even without formal plastic surgery training.
Choosing a Board-Certified plastic surgeon is one of the most important steps a patient can take to reduce the risk of complications. We welcome these conversations during every consultation. When patients ask what to look for in a surgeon, our team suggests considering the following:
- Board certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Hospital privileges for the same procedures performed in the office
- Accredited surgical facility, such as our QUAD A-certified suite
- A clear, in-person consultation with the surgeon performing the procedure
- A portfolio of before-and-after results that reflects your aesthetic goals
Meet Dr. Ralph Garramone
Dr. Ralph R. Garramone is a Board-Certified plastic surgeon serving Fort Myers and Florida since 2000, with more than 20 years dedicated to refining his craft. His medical approach is rooted in treating each patient with the same care and attention he would offer to family or close friends, so you can trust you are receiving thoughtful, expert care from a dedicated practitioner.
Dr. Garramone has built a reputation for natural-looking results that age gracefully alongside his patients. His approach centers on enhancing what already exists rather than reshaping a patient into something unrecognizable.
Signature Procedures and Techniques
Dr. Garramone's practice spans a full range of facial, breast, and body procedures, with particular recognition for his work in several key areas:
- Facelift and neck lift surgery
- Rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty
- Breast augmentation and breast lift
- Eyelid surgery and brow lift
- Body contouring and liposuction
Dr. Garramone approaches your case with an eye toward longevity, choosing techniques that hold up over time rather than producing dramatic but short-lived results. Patients frequently describe feeling like a refreshed version of themselves rather than a different person entirely.
Meet Dr. Nick Garcia
Dr. Nicholas Garcia joins our team with nine years of focused surgical training at top institutions across the country. He earned his medical degree through rotations at Cook County Medical Center and Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and finished his general surgery residency at Kendall Regional Medical Center, a nationally recognized Level I trauma facility, where he completed nearly 2,000 operations.
Dr. Garcia also completed a three-year plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota and an Aesthetic Society-endorsed fellowship in Delray Beach, a position offered to only 30 surgeons nationwide each year.
Signature Procedures and Techniques
Dr. Garcia is known for his careful attention to detail and artistic technique, focusing on breast and body procedures and offering a broad selection of cosmetic treatments to enhance and restore natural-looking beauty. Patients often praise his honest communication style and detailed surgical planning.
His training under award-winning reconstructive surgeons gives him a strong foundation in restoring form and function, while his aesthetic fellowship sharpened his eye for proportion, symmetry, and the subtle details that distinguish good results from beautiful ones. He also stays current on cutting-edge non-surgical modalities offered through our practice.
A Full Look at Our Specialties
Our practice is built around five core service categories, each designed to address different patient goals and life stages. Whether you are exploring surgical options for the first time or looking to maintain results from a previous procedure, the menus below offer a complete view of what our team performs and supports under one roof.
Face
Facial procedures at our practice address everything from fine lines and skin laxity to structural changes that reshape the brow, nose, eyelids, lips, or jawline. Our surgeons combine surgical and minimally invasive options to create results that look refreshed and natural rather than overdone or pulled.
Breast
Breast procedures support patients through a variety of life stages, from cosmetic enhancement to reduction for comfort or correction following pregnancy and weight changes. Our surgeons take time to discuss implant options, lift techniques, and fat transfer alternatives so each patient can make a confident, informed choice.
Body
Body procedures help address areas that diet and exercise alone may not fully reshape. Our team provides both traditional surgical contouring and advanced techniques that pair fat removal with skin tightening for smoother, more balanced results. Services include Brazilian butt lifts, abdominoplasty (tummy tucks), hand rejuvenation, and mommy makeover procedures.
Men
Men's procedures address concerns specific to male patients, including hair restoration, body sculpting, and gender-specific cosmetic goals. Our team takes a discreet, results-focused approach so men can achieve a refreshed, confident look without compromising the natural features that define their appearance.
Med Spa
Our Med Spa offers non-surgical options that help patients maintain results, address early signs of aging, or explore aesthetic care without committing to surgery. We perform body treatments, including body contouring, hand rejuvenation, microneedling, and the O-Shot and P-Shot.
Our facial rejuvenation treatments include chemical peels, microneedling, hydrafacials, and dermaplaning. We also frequently administer injectables, including BOTOX, Sculptra, and the Juvéderm collection.
Techniques That Set Our Practice Apart
Surgical outcomes depend on more than the procedure name in your chart. The technique, technology, and surgical environment all shape your recovery and final result. Our practice invests in advanced technology and accredited surgical facilities so patients can feel secure from consultation through follow-up appointments.
Both surgeons rely on a blend of established surgical methods and newer technologies. Each plan is built around the patient sitting in front of us, not a one-size-fits-all template. Some of the technologies our surgeons use to support better outcomes:
- BodyTite and FaceTite: Radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis for tightening alongside fat removal
- Renuvion: Helium plasma technology for skin tightening after liposuction
- Motiva Breast Implants: Advanced implant technology with refined safety features
- Laser Skin Resurfacing: Tone, texture, and pigment correction during or after surgery
What to Expect at Your Consultation
A consultation should leave you feeling informed, respected, and confident, never rushed. Garramone schedules generous time blocks so patients can discuss their goals, review before-and-after photos, ask about recovery, and explore financing options without pressure. Both surgeons believe that patient education leads to better outcomes and stronger partnerships throughout the surgical journey.
Recent research published by The American Society of Plastic Surgeons shows that patient satisfaction correlates strongly with realistic expectations and clear communication during the consultation phase. We take that finding seriously. During your consultation, you can expect:
- A private, in-depth discussion with your surgeon
- A focused physical examination relevant to your goals
- Honest feedback on which procedures may or may not suit you
- Review of before-and-after galleries from similar patients
- Detailed pricing, recovery timelines, and financing options
Schedule Your Consultation Today
The decision to undergo plastic surgery deserves careful thought, honest conversation, and a surgeon who treats your goals as their own. Our practice is committed to walking alongside you from your first consultation through long-term follow-up.
We invite you to contact us to book your appointment, meet our team, and see for yourself why so many patients across Fort Myers and Florida have made Garramone Plastic Surgery their trusted home for cosmetic care.
