Dr. João Paulo Verbicario is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon by the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery. He specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, regenerative medicine, advanced facial and breast surgery, and stem cell-based therapeutic approaches. He currently serves as Vice-President of the Association of Former Students of Professor Ivo Pitanguy.
Education
Specialization in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery – Instituto Ivo Pitanguy, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Master’s Degree in Surgical Sciences – Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), with research focused on nanofat-based therapies, dermabrasion, wound healing, and regenerative processes.
Professional Experience
Dr. Verbicario worked directly with Professor Ivo Pitanguy in his private clinic from 2009 to 2011. From 2012 to 2020, he served as Professor and Scientific Advisor at Instituto Ivo Pitanguy, contributing to resident education and academic activities.
Professional Memberships
Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP). International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). Association of Former Students of Professor Ivo Pitanguy (AExPI). Member of AIRMESS – Association for International Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Science.
Leadership Positions
Vice-President of the Association of Former Students of Professor Ivo Pitanguy (AExPI).
Areas of Expertise
Regenerative medicine, advanced facial surgery, breast surgery, aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, nanofat-based therapies, wound healing, and stem cell science.