Dr. Melinda L. Lacerna	Dr. Scott J. Loessin
Dr. Robert G. Taylor	Dr. Gloria J. Thomas

Melinda L. Lacerna, MD, FACS
Scott J. Loessin, MD
Robert G. Taylor, MD
Gloria J. Thomas, MD

PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery

300 S. Hyde Park Avenue, Suite 100
Tampa, Florida 33606
(813) 421-9296

Serving patients seeking liposuction surgery in Tampa and the surrounding area

Melinda L. Lacerna, MD, FACS, Scott J. Loessin, MD, Robert G. Taylor, MD, and Gloria J. Thomas, MD, are board-certified plastic surgeons who comprise the medical team at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Tampa. Combining their impressive credentials, extensive clinical training and decades of experience, the surgeons at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery skillfully perform a range of cosmetic surgery procedures and are widely recognized for consistently delivering safe and satisfying surgical outcomes. Drs. Lacerna, Loessin, Taylor and Thomas are passionate about enhancing each individual's physical beauty while restoring their confidence.

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Drs. Lacerna, Loessin, Taylor and Thomas perform an array of body sculpting procedures, including tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction and male breast reduction for treatment of gynecomastia. PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery is also home to a leading-edge medical spa and weight loss center, where Tampa cosmetic surgery patients undergo additional, non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery is among the leading cosmetic surgery facilities in Tampa and features a fully accredited, state-of-the-art surgical suite. The surgeons at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery and their support staff strive to provide each Tampa plastic surgery patient with safe, quality medical and surgical care in a relaxing and comfortable environment.

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To schedule a FREE one-on-one consultation with Dr. Lacerna, Dr. Loessin, Dr. Taylor or Dr. Thomas and learn more about your plastic surgery options, please contact PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Tampa at (813) 421-9296.

What Do Patients Say About the Surgeons at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery?

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"I want to thank you very much for being such nice people. I also want to say that my experience with you was the best...and especially to the doctor and I would recommend him to anyone. I'm very happy with my results after surgery. Again thank you PREMIERE Center for doing such a beautiful job!" —M. M.

"Leaving my previous local cosmetic surgeon, I instead opted to have my surgery redone at PREMIERE Center. The doctors took the time to answer my questions and concerns at no charge. They left such an impression on me and my husband!

The surgery was done on February 3, 2006. I have to say over and over again that the staff was very comforting and professional. My breast augmentation is without a doubt the most beautiful I have ever seen. I am very thankful to PREMIERE." —M. S.

"I am very pleased with the results of my recent breast lift and augmentation. Where do I begin to say THANK YOU! Your work is outstanding and deserves recognition. I want you to share this letter with any patient that might be feeling the concerns and the fear that I did when I was considering surgery...

I can honestly say that your work has changed my life. I feel like a new person. I am confident and no longer self conscious about my breast. I cannot thank you enough..." —B. F.

More About the Surgeons at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery

PREMIERE Center for
Cosmetic Surgery
is associated with
many professional
organizations.

Melinda L. Lacerna, MD, FACS, received her undergraduate education at California State University, Fullerton. She earned her medical degree from the University of California, Irvine College of Medicine. Dr. Lacerna completed her surgical training at Tempe University in Philadelphia and Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. She has published a number of articles and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Lacerna is also a member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Scott J. Loessin, MD, earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He completed training in general and plastic surgery at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Loessin was named Chief of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Halifax Health Hospital in Daytona Beach, a position he still holds. He served as the Chief of the Department of Surgery from 1999–2001. Dr. Loessin is double board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Florida Medical Association, the Volusia County Medical Society and the Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Robert G. Taylor, MD, earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas and his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Science. He underwent his medical internship at the Wake Forest University, where he also completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency. Dr. Taylor holds advanced fellowship training in craniofacial surgery from the International Craniofacial Institute. He has been listed as one of the best cosmetic surgeons in the region by several publications, including the Arkansas Democrat Gazette, Citiscapes magazine, and the Arkansas Times. Dr. Taylor is associated with numerous professional organizations.

Gloria J. Thomas, MD, received her undergraduate degree from New York University and her medical degree from the University of Southern California. She completed her general surgery training and residency at the Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati, the St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford and the General Surgery Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford. Dr. Thomas completed fellowship training in plastic surgery at the Kettering Medical Center affiliated with the Wright State University. Throughout her prolific career, spanning more than 20 years, Dr. Thomas has earned a reputation as one of leading cosmetic surgeons in Tampa and the surrounding area. She has received several "Top Doctor" designations and was named "Woman of the Year" for the city of Cincinnati. Dr. Thomas is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Medical Association and the American Association for Anti-Aging Medicine.

The surgeons at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery also treat Miami liposuction surgery patients.

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