Anthony J. DeFranzo Jr., MD
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Cosmetic Surgery Hand Surgery
Anthony J. DeFranzo Jr., MD
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Cosmetic Surgery Hand Surgery
Conditions and Treatments
- Breast Cancer
- Gynecomastia
- Facial Nerve Injuries
Conditions and Treatments
- Hand Surgery
- Upper and Lower Extremity Limb Reconstruction
- Neck Lift
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Facelift
- Blepharoplasty
- Rhinoplasty
- Breast Augmentation
- Soft Tissue Fillers
- BOTOX Cosmetic
- Gynecomastia
- Polands Syndrome
- Abdominoplasty
- Breast Reduction
- Thigh Lift
- Chemical Peels
- Facial Nerve Injuries
- Trauma Wounds
Ratings and Reviews
4.8210 Ratings 68 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.8 |
| Cared about me | 4.8 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.8 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- May 25, 2023 Dr. Defranzo has been a wonderful provider for my needs. I value his opinion regarding my situation. The results have been beyond my expectations and I’m pleased.
- May 25, 2023 Very warm and friendly yet professional
- May 19, 2023 Excellent service and concern from the beginning of my cancer ordeal.
- May 18, 2023 real nice dr he took his time to go over my problem
- May 15, 2023 Dr. Defranzo is very knowledgable and thorough.
- May 14, 2023 So sorry to learn he is semi-retired. He Is a very good doctor. I will be missed seeing him when i have a problem.
- May 12, 2023 Dr. D is the very best. I have been going to him for years. He has preformed a number of surgeries for me and I have always been very please.
- May 7, 2023 I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM!! He really read my history to get a better understanding of me!! Very Professional!!
- May 3, 2023 Felt that this group was overwhelmed, very busy, and we were just “another number.”
- April 21, 2023 Wonderful and caring doctor.
- April 16, 2023 Did great surgeries on my injury and continues to check for any changes. Very knowledgeable and always asks me if any thing has changed since my last visit. Always ask how I am.
- April 14, 2023 Top-notch!
- April 3, 2023 Excellent care
- March 30, 2023 You can feel his confidence in his touch
- March 6, 2023 Straightforward communication. Clear answers.
- February 24, 2023 Dr. Defranzo has spent time listening to my concerns and questions. And gives me options to consider. I have always felt that my case matters to him and I am confident in his skill, judgment and integrity.
- February 17, 2023 Not easy to find. Maps on my phone took me to a blocked off street. It would be good to provide directions with other info about my visit
- February 12, 2023 Dr. DeFranzo always does what’s best for me. He provides exceptional care without any hesitation.
- January 26, 2023 Dr DeFranzo talked to me as an interested friend. Explanations were straightforward and easy to understand.
- January 21, 2023 Dr. Defranzo is a great doctor. I have been seeing him for several years. always helps my problem.
- January 18, 2023 Very caring, yet professional.
- January 13, 2023 Dr DeFranzo and staff offer personal and professional treatment through the process of cosmetic surgery.
- January 5, 2023 Excellent physician
- December 19, 2022 Dr Defranso always explains my treatment so I can understand
- December 17, 2022 he is always calm, friendly and professional. The best.
- December 14, 2022 Dr DeFranzo is an excellent surgeon and he cared about making the necessary corrections with a natural result. I recommend him & his staff.
- December 10, 2022 Dr. DeFranzo has a very calming demeanor. He did my initial surgery over 30 years ago and I was glad he could do this surgery. I always feel very comfortable in his care.
- December 10, 2022 Dr. D has always provided me with excellent care. He explained my procedure to me and what to expect post op. I know that he and his team are a call away if I need anything.
- December 6, 2022 Dr DeFranzo is excellent. I??m appreciative of his knowledge & personal care. He has corrected my problem areas with respect.
- December 2, 2022 Extremely Talley??s d caring.
- November 24, 2022 I always feel special and like I am their only patient when I am there.
- November 23, 2022 I’ve been traveling from Hickory NC for 32 years for a yearly checkup with Dr. Defranzo. I completely trust him with my health needs. He has performed many surgeries and procedures for me and I’ve never been disappointed! He is truly a compassionate and gentle doctor whom I respect!
- November 21, 2022 I drive 250 miles to see Dr Defranzo. That speaks volumes. He is an excellent, outstanding, and very knowledgeable physician. As an active listener, he shows care and compassion as he answers my concerns and never appears to be rushed. His gentle manner and soft spoken voice eases my comfort zone as he makes sure that I understand my options and allows me to have input into my health care. Obviously, as a Medicare patient I do not pay his light bills ( joke), he still treats me as a valued patient!
- November 21, 2022 Great Dr. And staff
- November 15, 2022 Everyone was helpful, listened carefully to questions and concerns to formulate the best course of action.
- November 12, 2022 Dr. Defranzo and his staff are amazing,I put my trust in them
- November 3, 2022 My hero
- November 3, 2022 Dr.defranzo is a outstanding dr. Who listens to his patient and takes time too go over your care options with you. And,his opinion on things. Thanks, Dr.defranzo for your patience and caring.
- November 3, 2022 Doctor DeFranzo is caring, thorough and informative.
- October 23, 2022 Dr Anthony DeFranzo is a very caring and professional surgeon. He takes the necessary time needed to explain procedures and answer all pertinent questions. I travel three and one half hours to have him as my plastic surgeon.
- October 21, 2022 Compassionate and caring Physician
- October 20, 2022 Dr. was great! Very informative and great bedside manner.
- October 19, 2022 He was concerned about me and took very good care of me
- October 7, 2022 Very carrying And helpful. Tammy Is Very Very Nice And Careing And The Nurse,s.
- October 7, 2022 Really a great physician
- September 19, 2022 Great doctor. Have been seeing him for a line time.
- September 19, 2022 I love this dr
- August 29, 2022 Never a doubt that Dr. DeFranzo has provided the highest level of care and does so in his reassuring and expert manner.
- August 29, 2022 Nice doctor, explained what he will be doing.
- August 26, 2022 I was given great care in a beautiful facility. Privacy was maintained and the staff were all skilled and kind.
- August 25, 2022 Dr. Defranzo is a great surgeon and such a caring and very knowledgeable doctor. Atrium Health is so fortunate to have him. He has saved my facial functions twice, when it was such a fragile surgery. I have a great respect for him and is staff.
- August 19, 2022 Very professional made me feel at ease because I was expecting to do more surgery on my ear but instead did injections
- August 18, 2022 Very efficient and good at what he does
- August 15, 2022 Dr. DeFranzo has reconstructed various areas on my face following mohs surgery. He has always done a magnificent job and I??ve been quite pleased with the end result. Wish we had more doctors of his caliber!!!
- August 11, 2022 I love this group! I will not go anywhere else, even when Dr DeFranzo retires. The lady that set up my appointments was also excellent!
- August 10, 2022 I first saw Dr Defranzo after my first mastectomy in 1992. I continue seeing him regarding implants. He has always been very professional and personable. Always answers any questions that may arise. I feel that he has provided me with excellent care.
- August 8, 2022 Very pleased with Dr. Defranzo. He is very competent and congenial.
- August 7, 2022 Extremely caring and understanding for me and my condition.
- August 4, 2022 Amazingly talented surgeon!
- July 14, 2022 He seems to be very caring and an excellent doctor
- July 2, 2022 He is a skilled physician that listens to and cares about his patients.
- June 29, 2022 I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Defranzo. His care and expertise have always been favorable.
- June 25, 2022 Dr. Defranzo has always provided the best of care. Very professional and conscientious about his work.
- June 25, 2022 I was baffled by the comment he made towards my THREE year old daughter! She is biracial and it was very uncalled for, racist and ignorant and I will never bring her back or recommend this place. He said her hair looked like a knot! Who says that?! To a black baby! Unbelievable.. on top of not even going closer than four feet and even looking at her injury.. it was a waste of our time, just to be insulted.
- June 23, 2022 He is very thorough and professional. He is also always on time or early (if I arrive early). I wish more providers were like him!
- June 9, 2022 Dr DeFranzo was prompt, professional and pleasant. I really felt well cared for and his staff were the best. Check in and check out fast. Always a good experience.
- June 7, 2022 Dr. Defranzo is a miracle worker. I couldn't sleep for the pain. The very day of surgery the pain stopped and I haven't had any since. I would refer anyone to him.
- June 6, 2022 Dr Defranzo was very caring and explained very precisely every step! And, put me at ease with confidence that everything will be done with utmost care and professionally!
Locations
Address
Comprehensive Cancer Center
Medical Center Boulevard
4th Floor
Winston-Salem, NC 27157
Get DirectionsCredentials
Education
- BS, Trinity College, 1969
- MD, George Washington University School of Medicine, 1973
Residency
- General Surgery, Boston Medical Center, 1978
- Plastic Surgery, Duke University Hospital, 1981
Fellowship
- Hand Surgery, Duke University Hospital, 1979
Board Certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Memberships
- American Medical Association
- American Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- Wound Healing Society
- American Society of Surgery of The Hand
- American Cleft Palate Association
- Forsyth-Davie-Stokes Medical Society
- American Burn Association
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
Positions
- Physician
- Professor, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- An Algorithmic Approach to the Suspected Septic Wrist. Claiborne JR, Branch LG, Reynolds M, Defranzo AJ. Ann Plast Surg. 2017 Jun; 78(6):659-662.
- Use of Integra in the Management of Complex Hand Wounds From Cancer Resection and Nonburn Trauma. Reynolds M, Kelly DA, Walker NJ, Crantford C, Defranzo AJ. Hand (N Y). 2018 01; 13(1):74-79.
- A randomized trial of diagnostic ultrasound to improve outcomes in focal neuropathies. Cartwright MS, Griffin LP, Dowlen H, Bargoil JM, Caress JB, Li ZJ, Defranzo AJ, Wiesler ER, Tuohy CJ, Balakrishnan N, Molnar JA, Baute V, Koman LA, Poehling GG, Walker FO. Muscle Nerve. 2015 Nov; 52(5):746-53.
- Aesthetic outcomes of acellular dermal matrix in tissue expander/implant-based breast reconstruction. Forsberg CG, Kelly DA, Wood BC, Mastrangelo SL, DeFranzo AJ, Thompson JT, David LR, Marks MW. Ann Plast Surg. 2014; 72(6):S116-20.
- The effect of reusable versus disposable draping material on infection rates in implant-based breast reconstruction: a prospective randomized trial. Showalter BM, Crantford JC, Russell GB, Marks MW, DeFranzo AJ, Thompson JT, Pestana IA, David LR. Ann Plast Surg. 2014; 72(6):S165-9.