Dr. Moises Salama

Dr. Moises Salama is recognized in Miami for his innovative approach and the broad scope of his professional practice, which includes body contouring procedures such as abdominoplasty, Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), Mommy Makeover, breast augmentation, and high-definition liposuction, among others.

From his early years in the field of medicine, Dr. Salama stands out for his technical skills, ethics, and closeness with patients, to whom he provides personalized care down to the smallest detail. He also holds double board certification, granted by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of General Surgery.

After graduating from the University of Miami School of Medicine, he completed his residency in general surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital and obtained a fellowship for the prestigious advanced training program in Hand Surgery at the University of Virginia. His solid academic background and experience make him an excellent addition to the staff at Avana Plastic Surgery.

Originally from Venezuela, Dr. Salama is also an active member of several medical organizations such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS). His ability to communicate in English and Spanish places him in a privileged position when it comes to communication with his patients.

Dr. Salama combines precision and sensitivity with safe, effective results created to your own measure. Each consultation with him is an opportunity to establish a genuine connection, identify realistic goals, and design a surgical plan that respects your body, individuality, and desire to transform physically and emotionally.

• Residency in Plastic Surgery. University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida (2006–2009)
• Fellowship in Hand Surgery. University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia (2005–2006)
• Residency in General Surgery. University of Miami / Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, Florida (2001–2005)
• Internship in General Surgery. Tulane University Hospital, New Orleans, Louisiana (2000–2001)
• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.). University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida (1996–2000)
• Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (B.S.) – cum laude. University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida (1993–1996)

• American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• American College of Surgeons (ACS)
• American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)

• State of Florida Department of Health. Active medical license.
• Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health Professions.

• American Board of Plastic Surgery. Professional certification
• American Board of General Surgery. Professional certification.
• American Board of Surgery of the Hand. Professional certification.
• Basic Microsurgery. Indiana University, Section of Plastic Surgery.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

• English.
• Spanish.
• Hebrew.