Michael DefazioDr

Dr. Michael DeFazio, a native of Ponte Vedra Beach, is an esteemed plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Florida Plastic Surgery Group, renowned for his exceptional expertise in complex cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries.

Dr. DeFazio earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from Florida State University and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Miami, where he graduated at the top of his class with Distinction in Research and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society. Dr. DeFazio went on to complete a highly competitive residency in Integrated Plastic Surgery at Georgetown University Hospital, where he trained under some of the world’s leading experts in breast reconstruction, diabetic limb salvage, hand surgery, lymphedema, and aesthetics. His passion for providing state-of-the-art care for reconstructive patients drove him to South Korea to seek additional training in advanced microsurgical and super-microsurgical techniques. 

Over the course of his early career, Dr. DeFazio has garnered numerous recognitions and accolades for his accomplishments in teaching, research, and leadership. His inquisitive nature and resourcefulness have resulted in over 60 peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, and editorials, four book chapters, and over 50 presentations at regional, national, and international meetings. His research interests focus primarily on the application of innovative techniques to improve surgical outcomes, complication profiles, and patient satisfaction. Currently, Dr. DeFazio serves as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals related to plastic surgery and its subspecialties.