Dr. Ramiro Morales, Jr., MD, F.A.C.S., is an American Board of Plastic Surgery-certified plastic surgeon with more than 27 years of experience, including more than 23 years in private practice in South Florida.
Certified in both general surgery and plastic surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Morales has built The Plastic Surgeon Miami into a successful practice trusted by patients across Miami and Broward County.
He has performed multiple procedures, from breast surgery to body contouring, earning a reputation for natural-looking results and an unhurried, patient-first approach.
Below is a closer look at his training, credentials, and approach to plastic surgery.
Dr. Morales completed years of specialized education and surgical training before becoming a practicing plastic surgeon. His background includes comprehensive medical education, residency training, advanced plastic surgery specialization, and certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Morales has remained dedicated to delivering safe, personalized, and natural-looking surgical results while staying current with advances in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Patients can independently verify Dr. Morales’ certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).
Dr. Morales remains actively involved in leading professional organizations dedicated to excellence in plastic surgery and patient safety.
His professional affiliations include:
Plastic surgery should enhance—not change—who you are
Dr. Morales believes successful cosmetic surgery can create improvements that appear natural, refined, balanced, and align with the rest of your body.
Rather than following trends or creating an artificial appearance, every procedure here gets carefully planned to preserve your natural proportions while successfully addressing your specific concerns.
Whether performing eyelid surgery, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, or mommy makeover, his approach focuses on:
Every consultation includes time to discuss your goals, answer questions, explain realistic expectations, and recommend procedures that best fit your needs.
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When choosing a surgeon, experience is non-negotiable. Dr. Morales’s experience in numbers:
27+ Years
of medical and surgical experience.
23+ Years
serving the South Florida community in private practice.
3000+
Patients treated.
4.9★
After completing his extensive northern medical training in Chicago, Dr. Morales felt a profound calling to return to his roots in the Sunshine State.
South Florida is one of the most diverse and vibrant communities in the country, bringing together patients from many different backgrounds, cultures, and aesthetic goals.
Dr. Morales enjoys helping people feel more confident through thoughtful, individualized care. Whether someone is restoring their body after pregnancy, improving changes caused by aging, or improving features they’ve always wanted to address, his goal is the same, helping every patient look like the best version of themselves.
He believes that listening carefully, educating patients honestly, and delivering natural-looking results create the foundation for exceptional care.
Board certification means a plastic surgeon has completed accredited surgical training, passed rigorous examinations, and continues to meet ongoing standards for education, ethics, and patient safety.
In Dr. Morales’s case, that board is the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Board certification in plastic surgery confirms formal, verified surgical training in the procedures he performs.
Dr. Morales has more than 27 years of plastic surgery experience, including more than 23 years in private practice in South Florida. His training includes residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago, and he served as Vice Chief of Surgery at Memorial Hospital West.
He prioritizes natural results over artificial transformation. Every surgical plan starts with the patient’s goals, not a standard technique. Throughout the process, the focus remains on outcomes that look authentic rather than surgically altered.
Dr. Morales is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Both memberships require ongoing continuing education and adherence to strict ethical and safety standards.
At The Plastic Surgeon Miami, every treatment plan is designed around your goal.
Schedule your consultation today to learn your options, ask questions, and receive a personalized surgical plan.
