Philip Wasicek, MD

Tri Valley Plastic Surgery is proud to welcome Dr. Phillip Wasicek to the team. Dr. Wasicek is a gifted, experienced aesthetic expert, mentored by the past two presidents of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. His precision, artistry, and commitment to excellence are evident in every procedure he performs.

A finely honed eye for natural beauty

Dr. Wasicek is excited to join the past president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Williams, in practice. He is committed to safety and wishes to help realize each patient’s individualized goals by promoting self-confidence through superior, natural-looking results. Dr. Wasicek has a particular interest in facial aesthetics, including rhinoplasty and facelift procedures, but he also has expertise in transformative procedures for the breasts and body. He is an expert in the complex field of revisionary cosmetic surgery.

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Education and training background

Dr. Wasicek grew up in a small town near Syracuse, NY.

He attended college at Colgate University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in chemistry.

He subsequently attended the University of Rochester for medical school, graduating with distinction in research and community service.

Dr. Wasicek’s path to becoming a plastic surgeon has been through rigorous training and education. He completed his general surgery internship at Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital and his residency at the University of Maryland. During this time, he was chosen as Chief Surgical Resident at the RA Cowley Shock Trauma Center. For his unwavering dedication to service, he was awarded the Senior Resident Teaching Award at the University of Maryland.

Dr. Wasicek is presently training at the University of Pittsburgh, currently ranked as the #1 plastic surgery training program in the US (Doximity rankings 2023-2024), and is part of the plastic surgery training review committee there.

He has had the opportunity to work with and learn from leaders in the field, including two past presidents of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

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I highly recommend Tri Valley Plastic Surgery and their med spa

Dr. Williams, Dr. Wasicek, and their team always provide exceptional care and excellent service. They genuinely care about all [of] their patients. I highly recommend Tri Valley Plastic Surgery and their med spa.

My overall experience was better than I imagined it could be

Initially I was nervous when deciding to do rhinoplasty, but after my first consultation with Dr. Wasicek I was put at ease because he was very thoughtful and patient in explaining the process. I also felt Dr. Wasicek had excitement and passion for rhinoplasty in particular so I knew right away that [he] was the choice for me. I also felt that [Dr. Wasicek] really wanted to make sure I got the results I wanted and was thorough in discussing exactly the look I wanted. The day of procedure I felt very safe and Tri Valley Plastic Surgery was a comfortable experience. The procedure went great, the results are perfect, I’m still healing, but again Dr. Wasicek is making sure with regular visits that all is well. My overall experience was better than I imagined it could be and I’m so very happy I made the decision to choose this surgery with such an amazing surgeon and team at Tri Valley Plastic Surgery. I will always choose them for any future treatments and they also have a med spa I can’t wait to try!

Thank you to the entire team at Tri Valley Plastic Surgery for helping people achieve their beauty goals

Dr. Wasicek performed a breast lift and reduction and I'm 12 days post surgery and feeling very good. I appreciate that [Dr. Wasicek] has taken the time to see me in person [both] pre and post op. The results are beautiful, as the placement of [my] breast[s] are in the [proper] aesthetic[ally] pleasing places. My husband of many years joined two of the post op appointments and feels comfortable with Dr. Wasicek and the care he has shown,[as well as] in explanation etc. I'm excited to have Dr. Wasicek perform a lip lift in the next couple months. Thank you to the entire team at Tri Valley Plastic Surgery for helping people achieve their beauty goals and allowing people to feel better about themselves. Luv luv luv!

A mind for innovation

Dr. Wasicek is committed to staying at the forefront of medicine and plastic surgery. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed scientific journal articles and book chapters and has presented his work at numerous national conferences. He has served as an ad hoc reviewer for a dozen scientific journals and is a current section review editor for the reconstructive and plastic surgery section of Frontiers in Surgery.

Accomplishments

Over 3,000 surgeries total
Over 500 aesthetic surgeries
Over 150 rhinoplasties
Harvard Medical School (General Surgery Intern)
Was Chief Surgical Resident at the R. A. Cowley Shock Trauma Center
Awarded the Senior Resident Teaching Award at the University of Maryland
Trained at the University of Pittsburgh, ranked as the #1 plastic surgery training program in the US

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Philosophy and approach

Early personal experiences had a significant impact on Dr. Wasicek’s desire to become a plastic surgeon. The first occurred when he was bitten by a dog as a child. A plastic surgeon operated and was able to erase virtually all signs that the accident occurred through a precision-oriented technique and inconspicuous scarring. Dr. Wasicek learned firsthand the enormous difference that a compassionate, skilled surgeon can make in the lives of patients. The second key experience that led Dr. Wasicek to practice medicine was when a family member was born with craniofacial differences. Owing to the transformative effect of plastic surgery, they were able to grow up and live a normal life, free from stigma and self-consciousness.

Dr. Wasicek views plastic surgery as a mix of engineering and artistry. He finds the field intellectually rewarding because of the variety of clinical problems and solutions employed. Each patient and procedure have their own unique challenges and require individualized strategies. Plastic surgery is also an ever-evolving field and requires continued learning and innovation. Dr. Wasicek has cultivated technical excellence and a hyper-critical eye, with attention to the smallest details in order to achieve optimal results. He has developed a deep appreciation for the profound impact that restoring and improving form and function can have on a patient’s confidence and ability to interact with the world.