Marcelus Nigro

Marcelus Nigro, Plastic surgeon

Specialization: Plastic surgeon
Workplace: Brazil, Curitiba, clinic Dr. Marcelus Nigro
- Specialist at the clinic: Dr. Marcelus Nigro explains blepharoplasty step-by-step—including pre-op, recovery, and scarring—on his official site.
- Specialist at the clinic: he covers otoplasty for prominent ears, including post-op care and the role of surgery in children’s self-esteem.
- Specialist at the clinic: his rhinoplasty content focuses on structured rhinoplasty for more complex functional and aesthetic cases, including typical surgery time of about 3 hours.
- Specialist at the clinic: he performs facial procedures including facelift/ritidectomy and combined facial surgeries.
Dr. Marcelus Nigro is a plastic surgeon who performs functional and aesthetic facial reconstruction. He earned his doctorate from the University of São Paulo after ranking first in the institution's plastic surgery department. Dr. Nigro is the Head of the Plastic Surgery and Burns Service at Hospital Universitário Evangélico Mackenzie.
- Performs structured rhinoplasty for stable nasal remodeling.
- Performs eyelid and orbital surgery, including upper and lower blepharoplasty.
- Is a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP).
- Performs otoplasty for children and adults to correct prominent ears.

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Qualifications

Dr. Marcelus Nigro is a facial plastic surgery specialist who earned his PhD in Plastic Surgery from the University of São Paulo in 2009. He achieved a first place ranking during his residency at the Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade de São Paulo. Currently, Dr. Nigro is the Head of the Plastic Surgery and Burns Service at Hospital Universitário Evangélico Mackenzie.

Surgical Specialization and Techniques

Dr. Nigro performs procedures that combine aesthetic improvement with functional restoration. He provides detailed recovery timelines and post-operative care protocols to help patients manage their healing. His practice includes:

Structured rhinoplasty to remodel nasal structures and ensure long-term stability in complex spinal reconstruction.
Upper and lower blepharoplasty for eyelid and orbital rejuvenation.
Otoplasty for children and adult male patients to correct prominent ears.
Facelift and ritidectomy to lift the face and neck tissues.
Combined facial surgeries that address multiple areas in one treatment course.

Recovery and Patient Care

Dr. Nigro uses protocols to manage recovery and safety. For example, eyelid surgery patients receive guidance on scar management. Ear surgery involves a 24–48 hour bandage period followed by a headband schedule. Facelift patients follow a recovery plan requiring head elevation and rest for 10 days.

Work Experience

Head of the Plastic Surgery and Burns Service at Hospital Universitário Evangélico Mackenzie.
Professor at the Faculdade de Medicina Mackenzie de Curitiba.
Attending surgeon at Clinic Los Angeles.
Staff surgeon at Hospital Evangélico Mackenzie.
Private practice consultant at his clinic in Mercês.

Education and Training

Medical Degree – Universidade Federal do Paraná.
Postgraduate training in Plastic Surgery – Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade de São Paulo.
PhD in Plastic Surgery – University of São Paulo (awarded 2009).

Academic Output and Recognition

Dr. Nigro participates in the medical community through research and congresses. He publishes his surgical findings in national and international medical journals. Additionally, he holds academic honors for his performance during his medical training.

2009 – Received Doctor of Science (PhD) in Plastic Surgery.
Ranked 1st place in the Plastic Surgery Service at Hospital de Clínicas da USP.
Ranked 1st place upon completion of his Plastic Surgery residency.

Professional Memberships

Member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP).
Medical Registration: CRM 16678 / RQE 12332.