Scripps Clinic Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Salvatore Pacella is the Chief of Plastic Surgery at Scripps Clinic and Research Institute and Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla – he is the youngest surgeon ever to be appointed to this position. Dr. Pacella’s practice includes all aspects of cosmetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery with a specialized interest in facial and oculoplastic (eyelid) surgery. Dr. Pacella has been a volunteer with Fresh Start since 2009 and has participated in over 20 Surgery Weekends – his surgical expertise has assisted in many microtia surgeries and transformed the lives of countless children.

Dr. Pacella received his MD from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and has had extensive training at many prestigious universities and surgical practices. Having a specialized interest in health care economics and efficiency of health care delivery, Dr. Pacella also obtained his MBA at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, widely recognized as one of the nation’s top business schools. His experiences there have augmented his mission to provide the highest quality, patient-centered care in cosmetic and plastic surgery.