Dr. Christina Palomo
Meet Dr. Palomo - Facial Plastic Surgeon Fellow at Starkman Facial Plastic Surgery
After a competitive match process, Dr. Palomo matched with Dr. Starkman into one of the 63 coveted fellowship spots accredited by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and she will spend one year in Scottsdale dedicated to advancing her training in facial rejuvenation and rhinoplasty surgery. Dr. Palomo enjoys the creative process inherent to Facial Plastic Surgery and is passionate about helping patients look and feel their best.
Dr. Palomo was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. She moved here with her husband, daughter, and 8 year-old German Shepard. In her spare time, she enjoys taking Peloton classes, and getting creative in the kitchen with cooking and baking. She and her family love to immerse themselves in the great outdoors, participating in activities such as hiking, biking, and swimming.
Education & Training
Dr. Palomo earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and a minor in biochemistry from Northwestern State University in Louisiana, graduating magna cum laude. After graduation, she gained clinical experience working at a dermatology office in Central California before pursuing a career in medicine.
She obtained her medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University in Ohio, graduating at the top of her class. Dr. Palomo then completed a high-volume, five-year surgical residency in Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Florida, participating in over 3,000 operations.
Research
- Palomo, C.M; Johnson, JD. Post-Operative Pain Control with Sphenopalatine Ganglion Nerve Block in Septorhinoplasty. University of Florida, department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Annual Research Day. Gainesville, FL. June 6, 2025.
- Palomo, C.M; Johnson, JD. Endonasal Scroll Repair, Surgical Technique. American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Annual Meeting. New Orleans, LA. October 24, 2024.
- Palomo, C.M; Curtis, Amelia; Brown, JJ. Transoral Submandibular Gland Excisions: Avoiding the Unsightly Neck Scar in Select Patient Populations. American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Annual Meeting. Miami, Fl. September 27, 2024.
- Palomo, C.M; Brown, JJ. Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship Directors and Co-directors: Trends over the Last 6 years. American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Annual Meeting. Las Vegas, NV. October 26, 2023.
- Palomo, C.M; Liebman, R; Danan, D. The Effects of COVID-19 on Head and Neck Cancer Presentation. American Head and Neck Society International Meeting. Montreal, Canada. July 10, 2023.
- Palomo, C.M; Rengifo, D.A; Johnson, J. Gold plating for Lagophthalmos, is it still the Gold Standard? A Review on Current Therapeutic Options for Paralytic Lagophthalmos. American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Spring Meeting held in conjunction with the Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings. Boston, MA. May 3, 2023.
- Palomo, C.M; Rengifo, D.A; Liebman, R; Danan, D. Single Stage Scalp Reconstruction Utilizing Peri-cranial Rotational Flaps: A Case Series. Florida Combined Otolaryngology Meeting. Boca Raton, Fl. November 11, 2022.