Meet the TeamAustin Gynecomastia Center

Dr. Caridi has an international practice with patients who seek his services from all over the world. His frank and honest approach with patients is refreshing and current. In addition, his focus on patient safety and natural results has contributed to the success of his patients for decades. Read Dr. Caridi’s full bio here.

He completed his anesthesia residency at The University of Mississippi. After teaching at Ole Miss, Dr. Wilson took his first private practice job in Athens, Georgia, where he held the Director of Cardiac Anesthesia position for eleven years. He left that position to cofound a new anesthesia group in Asheboro, North Carolina.

In 2012, Dr. Wilson returned to Texas to serve as Director of Anesthesia and Medical Director of the Operating Rooms at Seton Medical Center Harker Heights. Dr. Wilson met Dr. Caridi in 2015 and eagerly accepted his invitation to join him at Westlake Plastic Surgery. Dr. Wilson is honored to provide the highest quality anesthesia for all surgical patients and serve as the Operating Room’s facility director.

Since her start with us over ten years ago, she has pursued advanced training as an RNFA (registered nurse first assist) and has received her CNOR certification. Lacy has honed her skills to a high level under the mentoring of Dr. Caridi, and she serves as the chief nurse at WPS. She is responsible for the clinical operations of the office and can be found in surgery, in the recovery room, and caring for patients during office hours. Lacy is also an aesthetic nurse injector and performs neurotoxin injections, dermal fillers, and microneedling.

Lacy has a Texas-friendly personality, and our patients warm up to her immediately as she assists them in each area of the Westlake Plastic Surgery experience. She possesses an easy smile, a warm personality, and a sensitivity to the needs of our patients. She has developed into a first-rate plastic surgery nurse who will never forget the primary role of all nurses — to take outstanding care of their patients.

Heather has over 9 yrs of nursing experience and has worked as a Medical Surgical Nurse and in Obstetrics and Gynecology in both outpatient and inpatient settings. She circulates in the OR, and assists in the recovery process from start to finish. Heather has always enjoyed the operating room and has a love for plastic surgery and the way it changes lives for the better. Heather enjoys her opportunity to help out when needed. She always has a smile on her face and can brighten up any room. When she’s not helping patients, she loves spending time with her friends and family. Heather also enjoys attending live music events and running in her spare time.

Maria enjoys working with our patients and has a passion for providing quality, patient-centered nursing care. You will always see her with a smile on her face. Maria is one of five kids. She enjoys running the town lake trail, listening and dancing to music, and spending time with her family and friends in her free time.

Christi has over 10 years of experience in the surgical setting. You can find her in the OR and assisting patients from the time they arrive for surgery until they leave the recovery room. Christi has two boys and enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling (anywhere she can surf, dive or snowboard) and running with her dog, Reign.

Growing up in a military family has made it easy for her to form relationships with patients from all walks of life. Cherri truly cares for our patients and wants you to feel like family while she assists you throughout your journey. While her roles within the practice have evolved throughout the years, her goal has remained the same which is to educate and support you throughout the process. She is passionate about hospitality and committed to caring for your needs. Cherri has deep roots in Austin and much love for the hill country of Central Texas. Currently, she is working remotely, and you will likely communicate with her via email.