
Eric Jason Stelnicki MD ABPS, FACS (He/Him)
[Pronunciation: Stel Nikki]
Pediatric Craniofacial Plastic Surgery, Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Candidate Florida House of Representatives House District 100 Children's Plastic Sugery Institute of Florida
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100 SE 15 AvenueFort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone+1 954-880-1133
Fax+1 954-318-3215
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Summary
- Dr. Eric Stelnicki is a pediatric plastic surgeon based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, specializing in pediatric craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery. He is currently a candidate for the Florida House of Representatives in HD 100, Broward County which extends from Fort Lauderdale to Deerfield Beech. Once elected, Dr. Stelnicki will be the only elected physician in the Florida House of Representives in the entire State of Florida.
Dr. Eric Stelnicki completed his medical education at the University of Florida and further specialized with fellowships in plastic surgery at the University of California (San Diego) Medical Center and Washington University. He is the founder of the Joe DiMaggio Cleft and Craniofacial Center and serves as a consultant and adjunct professor at multiple medical institutions including Nova Southeastern University and Barry University. Dr. Stelnicki is also on Staff at Nicklaus Children's Hospital. His research interests include craniosynostosis and cleft lip volume asymmetry, and he has published several papers in reputable journals. Dr. Stelnicki has also received awards such as the Physician of the Year from the National Republican Congressional Committee and the EURAPS Research Recognition Award.
Education & Training
University Medical CenterCraniofacial and Pediatric Plastic Surgery, 1998 - 1999
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH ConsortiumChief Residency, Plastic Surgery - Integrated, 1996 - 1998
University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterFellowship, Plastic Surgery, 1994 - 1996
University of California Fetal Treatment CenterPediatric Surgery, Fetal Surgery, 1994 - 1996
University of WashingtonResidency, Surgery, 1991 - 1994
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 1994 - Present
FL State Medical License 1999 - 2027
GA State Medical License 2021 - 2027
NC State Medical License 2005 - 2027
SC State Medical License 2020 - 2027
AL State Medical License 2020 - 2026
MS State Medical License 2020 - 2026
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- AIF endorsement of campaign for Florida House of Representatives Associated industries of Florida, 2025
- Alpha Tau Omega Scholarship Award
- Physician of the Year National Republican Congressional Committee, 2003
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Management of a Neck Wound in a Premature Infant Using a Bilayered, Living Skin Substitute.Sean K Park, Nicholas De Leo, Eric J Stelnicki
Cureus. 2025-12-01 - The Scarab Technique for Correction of Late-Presenting Sagittal Suture Craniosynostosis.Marla C Fortoul, Chaimae Oualid, John Stella, Andrea Roca, Eric J Stelnicki
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. 2024-12-09 - 26 citationsAutologous Fat Grafting in the Treatment of Cleft Lip Volume Asymmetry.Stephanie L. Koonce, David G Grant, Jonathan Cook, Eric J. Stelnicki
Annals of Plastic Surgery. 2018-06-01
Grant Support
- Homeobox Gene Regulation of Scarless Fetal Wound HealingNIH1998–2001
Committees
- Councilmember, Physician executive Council Pediatrix 2021 - 2023
Professional Memberships
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- American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial AssociationMember
Other Languages
- Spanish
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