Dr. Rigo Mendoza

Dr. Rigo Mendoza

26 Years in Practice

I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in awake surgery. I have performed over 8,000 procedures on patients while they are awake. It is my experience that patients recover more quickly if they do not have to undergo general anesthesia. This also reduces risks during surgery associated with general anesthesia. It allows for a faster post operative recovery. I prioritize taking care of my patients, ensuring they are fully educated on the treatment options available to them in order to reach excellent patient satisfaction. My staff and I at Embodiment MedSpa & Plastic Surgery in Tampa, Florida are eager to help you reach your aesthetic goals. With over 20 years in practice, I am particularly well-known for his expertise in body contouring procedures, including awake liposuction (and 360 lipo), Brazilian Butt Lifts and Renuvion J Plasma. I obtained my medical degree from Philadelphia’s Hahnemann University, and went on to complete a residency in General Surgery at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. I have two fellowships: one in Plastic Surgery at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and a second in Plastic Surgery at the prestigious Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital in New York City. I am a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). He has contributed to numerous research studies and publications on the topics of surgery and burn wound care. Described by his patients as someone who actively listens to concerns and thoroughly answers questions, Dr. Mendoza has been referred to as "experienced," "excellent," "honest," and “attentive.”