Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD

Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*FemaleAge 51

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*

Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD is a cosmetic, plastic & reconstructive surgery specialist in Bradenton, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California in 1998. She is affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

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Lacerna Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Lacerna Aesthetic Plastic Surgery5301 4th Avenue Cir E Bradenton, FL 34208
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Dr. Lacerna's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lacerna

3.8

61 ratings, 49 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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nancy gianguzzo – Feb 16, 2024
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  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Dec 31, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 25, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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AMY KUO – Aug 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Joe Rice – Jan 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kimber – Sep 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Kimber – May 20, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Renee – Nov 19, 2019
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May 30, 2019
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May 17, 2019
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Apr 29, 2019
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Apr 20, 2019
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Apr 17, 2019
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What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
17 people found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2018
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Bradenton, FL – Sep 21, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Aimee Hall in Bradenton, FL – May 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nathalia C. – Apr 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Amanda in Ellenton, FL – Apr 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Julia in Venice FL – Mar 09, 2018
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Care Philosophy

A consultation with Dr. Lacerna is like confiding to a close friend about insecurities you have about your appearance. As a woman, she listens very closely...Read more

Specialties*

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery

Temple University

Fellowship Hospital, 2005

Kaiser Permanente

Residency Hospital, 2003

Kaiser Permanente

Internship Hospital, 1999

University of California

Medical School, 1998

  • Avoiding free nipple grafts during reduction mammaplasty in patients with gigantomastia., 2005 Jul

Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (941) 954-4500

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD?

    New patients may call (941) 548-6208 to make an appointment.

    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD?

    Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD accepts various insurance plans. You can easily check if your insurance provider is accepted by using the Healthgrades insurance check. We recommend verifying your insurance coverage before scheduling an appointment to ensure a seamless experience.

    Does Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lacerna's profile.

    What is Dr. Melinda Lacerna, MD's office address?

    Dr. Lacerna's office is located at 5301 4th Avenue Cir E, Bradenton, FL 34208. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    HCA Florida Blake Hospital

    2020 59th St W
    Bradenton, FL 34209
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    76%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    65%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% lower than the national average

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