The Surgeonista

The Surgeonista Gina Maccarone, MD, FACS

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Dr. Gina Maccarone, known as “The Surgeonista,” is on a mission to change the narrative around cosmetic surgery. Instead of focusing on vanity, she believes it's a form of self-care that builds confidence. With a passion for art, fashion, and beauty, she embraces the mind-body connection, helping patients feel and look their best. As a surgeon, wife, and bonus mom, Dr. Maccarone brings her unique style—fashion, sparkles, and a touch of sarcasm—into the surgical world. She encourages everyone to embrace their own unique blend of passions, with just one rule: never be boring!

Body contouring is not one-size-fits-all. ✨⁠⁠From subtle skin tightening to more comprehensive surgical options, the rig...
02/27/2026

Body contouring is not one-size-fits-all. ✨⁠

From subtle skin tightening to more comprehensive surgical options, the right approach depends on your anatomy, goals, and timing. Each method serves a different purpose, and knowing the difference is where confident planning begins.⁠

Schedule a consultation with me to explore which approach is the right fit for your goals!⁠

Honored to be featured by  discussing something many women begin noticing in their 40s: changes in the eyelids.⁠⁠Heavine...
02/26/2026

Honored to be featured by discussing something many women begin noticing in their 40s: changes in the eyelids.⁠

Heaviness, creasing, and a tired appearance are often the result of natural collagen loss and skin laxity. The most important first step is understanding your anatomy and choosing the right approach, whether that means improving skin quality or thoughtfully considering blepharoplasty when excess skin is more pronounced.⁠

There is no one size fits all solution. Only personalized, education-led care.⁠

Comment EYELID to read the full feature.⁠

02/25/2026

One of the most important questions in aesthetic care is not what to do, but when to do it.⁠

Readiness is not about age, trends, or timelines. It is about alignment. When physical preparedness and emotional clarity meet, decisions tend to feel quieter, steadier, and more confident.⁠

A consultation is never a commitment. It is a conversation. Sometimes that conversation leads to a plan. Other times, it leads to reassurance, education, or simply the clarity to wait. All of those outcomes matter.⁠

Read the full reflection on what readiness really looks like, physically and emotionally.⁠

Comment BLOG to read the full story!⁠

Spring is warming up. ☀️ And great results love a head start.⁠⁠Whether it is refining, restoring, or planning something ...
02/24/2026

Spring is warming up. ☀️ And great results love a head start.⁠

Whether it is refining, restoring, or planning something more transformative, timing matters. The most natural, confident results come from thoughtful planning, not last-minute decisions.⁠

Schedule now so your results have time to settle beautifully and feel effortless when spring arrives.⁠

Schedule and start your planning your spring timeline today!⁠

Honored to be featured in Elle discussing the future of wellness and aesthetic care.⁠⁠The shift is clear. We are moving ...
02/23/2026

Honored to be featured in Elle discussing the future of wellness and aesthetic care.⁠

The shift is clear. We are moving away from influencer driven trends and toward thoughtful, evidence based, personalized decisions. Cosmetic surgery should be intentional, grounded in education, transparency, and what is right for you.⁠

Comment ELLE below to read the full story!⁠



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Makeup: .mua

Standing up for yourself is powerful. It always has been. ✨⁠⁠
02/23/2026

Standing up for yourself is powerful. It always has been. ✨⁠

Recovery should never feel like abandonment. It should feel supported.⁠⁠I cannot promise that surgery goes perfectly 100...
02/20/2026

Recovery should never feel like abandonment. It should feel supported.⁠

I cannot promise that surgery goes perfectly 100% of the time. Medicine does not work that way. Healing does not work that way. A small percentage of patients will have bumps along the road, and that is exactly why my follow-up process is so intentional.⁠

That is why I check in the evening of surgery.⁠
That is why I call the next day.⁠
That is why I see you consistently after your procedure.⁠
That is why follow-ups are part of your care, not an add-on.⁠

When something feels off, I want to recognize it early so we can address it quickly, calmly, and together. Most recoveries are smooth, but when they are not, you should never feel alone or unsure of what to do next.⁠

Healing is not a moment. It is a process. And you deserve a surgeon who stays present through all of it.⁠

Schedule your consultation to learn what post-surgery support should look like.

Self-love does not require stillness or silence. Wanting to feel more aligned, refreshed, or confident is not a rejectio...
02/19/2026

Self-love does not require stillness or silence. Wanting to feel more aligned, refreshed, or confident is not a rejection of who you are. It's an expression of care!⁠

Curiosity is not commitment. Asking questions does not mean something is wrong. It means you are paying attention and giving yourself permission to explore what support could look like.⁠

Aesthetic care should always be a conversation, not a transaction. Sometimes the empowered choice is moving forward. Sometimes it is waiting. And sometimes it is deciding that now is not the moment at all!⁠

Read the full blog story today!⁠

Trusted expertise. Thoughtful care.⁠⁠As Cincinnati’s only female triple board-certified cosmetic surgeon, my work is roo...
02/18/2026

Trusted expertise. Thoughtful care.⁠

As Cincinnati’s only female triple board-certified cosmetic surgeon, my work is rooted in education, personalization, and natural outcomes, never trends or pressure. Being featured in ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar, and Glamour reflects a commitment to cosmetic surgery done with integrity, artistry, and transparency.⁠

If you’re considering surgery, you deserve clarity, confidence, and care you can trust. ✨⁠
Learn more via the link in bio.🩷🩷

You worked hard for that gym routine.⁠The discipline. The progress. The confidence. We are not here to undo it.⁠⁠One of ...
02/17/2026

You worked hard for that gym routine.⁠
The discipline. The progress. The confidence. We are not here to undo it.⁠

One of the most common questions I get after surgery is about getting back to workouts. And while movement is important, timing matters just as much as motivation. Pushing too soon can slow healing and impact results, even when your intentions are good.⁠

The goal is not to pause your progress. It is to protect it.⁠

Schedule a consultation and chat with me about what your recovery will look like.⁠

Happy Valentine’s Day. 💗⁠⁠Today is a reminder that love is not only something we give to others. It is something we prac...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day. 💗⁠

Today is a reminder that love is not only something we give to others. It is something we practice with ourselves: how we speak to ourselves, set boundaries, and make thoughtful choices.⁠

Loving yourself can look like patience. It can look like care. And sometimes, it looks like doing what supports your confidence and well-being, without guilt or explanation.⁠

However you spend today, let it be rooted in kindness toward yourself.⁠

Just because something is optional does not mean it should be casual. ✨⁠⁠Elective cosmetic care is different by nature. ...
02/12/2026

Just because something is optional does not mean it should be casual. ✨⁠

Elective cosmetic care is different by nature. It is not about urgency or fixing something that is broken. It is about refinement, intention, and choosing what feels aligned with you.⁠

Subtle results require more than technical skill. They require judgment, restraint, and the confidence to know when less is more. In this work, what you choose NOT to do matters just as much as what you do.⁠

The goal is never transformation for the sake of change.⁠
It is thoughtful care, done at the right time, for the right reason, with results that feel effortless and authentic.⁠

Read the full blog story today!⁠

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