The Surgery Team has been internationally trained. Each has received recognition in their specific area of expertise.
The Plastic Surgery Institute of the Palm Beaches is proud to provide highly trained nurses. Our top nurses are also skilled “First Assistants” in Plastic Surgery
Patricia Tishowsky — LPN
Patricia graduated from nursing school in Detroit, Michigan, with continued training in operating room nursing. She moved to West Palm Beach in 1985 and has been working in plastic surgery ever since. Tishowsky has known Dr. Bafitis for sixteen years and has been working with Bafitis most of that time. “With a team effort we give our patients a total positive experience from the initial consult through their entire procedure with the professional expertise they deserve.”
Patricia A. Mika – RN
I love working with Dr. Bafitis and the entire Plastic Surgery Institute team/family, providing excellent quality care to all of our patients.
I knew of Dr. Bafitis’ reputation for excellence from the hospital. In late 1999, I consulted with him about a surgical procedure. In 2000, I had my procedure with Dr. Bafitis, and later that same year, I became a part of the team. So I can truly relate to our patients from both sides of the staff member and the team. Prior to becoming a full timer with Dr. Bafitis I worked for him on an as needed basis, while maintaining a position at St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, for almost 16 years. I now work exclusively for Dr. Bafitis.
It is a pleasure and an honor to be part of such a fine team working together with Dr. Bafitis, and all members of the surgical team. We all provide excellence of care to all of our patients, whatever their needs and/or desires may be. Come and meet Dr. Bafitis and our team and see for yourself. You will not be disappointed!
Lisa Perez – RNFA, BSN CNOR
Graduated from Florida State University School of Nursing in 1987. Perez has worked in the operating room both scrubbing and circulating since graduation. I have been working with Dr. Bafitis since 2004. Perez attended special courses to learn to be a first assistant in the operating room in order to better assist Dr. Bafitis. “Our office staff has a very positive attitude with a great flow of energy. I feel we have a great team here and very caring staff that are here to please our clients.”
Our goal is one -hundred percent (100%) patient satisfaction and one-hundred percent (100%) employee satisfaction.