Meet Dr. Eric I. Egozi
Confidence Begins with Trust.
Plastic surgery is more than a cosmetic procedure—it’s a personal journey. Dr. Egozi believes every patient deserves individualized attention, clear communication, and a treatment plan designed specifically for their needs.
From the initial consultation through recovery, patients are encouraged to ask questions, discuss their goals openly, and participate in every step of the decision-making process. This collaborative approach helps ensure that expectations are aligned and treatment recommendations reflect what’s best for each individual rather than following trends or standardized procedures
Natural Results Begin with Understanding You.
Dr. Egozi is committed to helping patients achieve natural-looking results through personalized treatment plans built around their unique goals and anatomy. Every consultation is an opportunity to understand what each patient hopes to accomplish while providing honest recommendations and realistic expectations.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Egozi believes successful plastic surgery begins with listening. By combining advanced surgical expertise with compassionate patient care, he works closely with every individual to develop procedures that complement their natural features while enhancing confidence.
Whether you’re considering breast surgery, body contouring, facial rejuvenation, or a non-surgical treatment, Dr. Egozi is dedicated to providing the education and support patients need to make informed decisions with confidence.
An Uncompromising Standard of Care.
Safe, ethical care guides every recommendation Dr. Egozi makes. From surgical planning and technique to recovery and long-term results, each decision is approached with careful judgment and the patient’s well-being at the forefront.
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SAFETY
Patient well-being at every step. -
PRECISION
Meticulous planning. Refined technique. -
INTEGRITY
Honest guidance. Clear expectations.
A Foundation of Training.
A Career of Excellence.
Dr. Egozi’s extensive medical education and advanced surgical training have provided a strong foundation for more than two decades of patient care, with an ongoing focus on safety, precision, and natural-looking results.
Education & Medical Training
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1992 — B.S., Highest Honors
Emory University -
1996 — Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Emory University School of Medicine -
1996–2002 — General Surgery Training
Loyola University -
2002–2003 — Burns Fellowship
Cornell University / Presbyterian Hospital -
2003–2005 — Plastic Surgery Residency
University of Virginia Medical Center
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery — General Surgery
- American Board of Plastic Surgery — Plastic Surgery
Honors & Awards
- Raymond F. Morgan Outstanding Plastic Surgery Chief Resident Award, 2005
- Second Place, Chicago Trauma Research Competition, 1999
- Medical Student Summer Research Fellowship, 1993
- Summa Cum Laude
- Phi Sigma Society Honorary for Research and Academic Excellence, 1992
- Hughes Research Fellowship, 1991
Professional Associations
- Tampa Bay Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Florida Medical Association
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Aesthetic Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Medical Association
Research & Publications
- Successful Revascularization Following Near-Complete Amputation of the Tongue Egozi EI, Faulkner BK, Lin KY. Annals of Plastic Surgery. 2006; 56(2):190–193.
- The Effect of Thrombocytopenia on Dermal Wound Healing Szpaderska AM, Egozi EI, Gamelli RL, DiPietro LA. Journal of Investigative Dermatology. 2003; 120(6):1130–1137.
- Mesenteric and Omental Cysts in Children Egozi EI, Ricketts RR. The American Surgeon. 1997; 63(3):287–290.
- Glycosidic Cleavage of Galactose from Chick Limb Mesenchymal Cells Inhibits In Vitro Chondrogenesis Elmer WA, Egozi EI, Pollard S, Cochran JD, Kwasigroch TE. Progress in Clinical and Biological Research. 1993; 383B:445–454.
- Inhibition of Chondrogenesis in Chick Limb Mesenchyme Cultured in the Presence of ß-Galactosidase Is Associated with Altered cAMP Levels Egozi EI, Elmer WA, Pollard S. American Zoologist. 1991; 31(5):82.
Presentations
- Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Procedures for the Active Woman Delta Kappa Gamma Women’s Group, Tampa, Florida, 2008
- Facial Rejuvenation: Variations in Facelifts University of Virginia Medical Center, 2005
- Breast Reconstructive Options University of Virginia Medical Center, 2004
- Thrombocytopenia and Wound Healing Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, 1999
- Mast Cells and Wound Healing Society of University Surgeons, 1999
- Mesenteric and Omental Cysts in Children Southeastern Surgical Conference, 1996
- Inhibition of Chick Limb Bud Chondrogenesis Annual Meeting of the American Society of Zoologists, 1991
Your Confidence Starts with a Conversation.
Choosing the right plastic surgeon begins with feeling informed, comfortable, and understood. Schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Egozi to discuss your goals, explore your options, and determine the approach that’s right for you.