Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
William F. DeLuca Jr., MD
Board-certified plastic surgeon in Albany, NY with more than 40 years of experience. Dr. DeLuca is now partially retired and focuses primarily on skin lesion removal, selected Botox and filler treatments, and patient guidance.
With decades of experience, the difference is in the details.
Dr. William F. DeLuca Jr. has dedicated his career to achieving natural-looking cosmetic and reconstructive surgery results through meticulous attention to detail, technical expertise, and an experienced aesthetic eye.
“A first-class plastic surgeon should be dedicated, first and foremost, to achieving the most aesthetically pleasing and natural results possible through meticulous attention to detail, technical expertise, and most importantly, a true and trusted eye for beauty.”
— Dr. William F. DeLuca Jr., MD
- More than 40 years of plastic surgery experience
- Board certified in plastic surgery
- Focused primarily on skin lesion removal
- Selected Botox and filler treatments
- Natural-result philosophy and surgical judgment
Reviews
Patient reviews
Career Experience
A career dedicated to judgment, detail, and natural-looking results
William F. DeLuca Jr., MD began his career as a certified plastic surgeon in Albany more than 40 years ago. Prior to private practice, Dr. DeLuca spent nearly nine years training directly alongside several of the most noted plastic surgeons in the world at the time, including Dr. Thomas Rees and Dr. Sherrell J. Aston.
After decades performing cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body, Dr. DeLuca is now working part time. His current clinical focus is more limited and centers primarily on skin lesion removal, selected Botox and filler treatments, and helping patients understand which options make sense for their goals.
Dr. DeLuca is certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Skin Lesion Removal
Evaluation and removal of selected skin lesions with attention to safety, scarring, and cosmetic placement.
Botox
Selected wrinkle-relaxing treatments for patients who want subtle, natural-looking improvement.
Fillers
Conservative filler treatments when appropriate, with an emphasis on proportion and avoiding an overdone look.
Training Background
Plastic surgery training shaped by leaders in the field
Dr. DeLuca obtained his plastic surgery training at Eastern Virginia Medical College, a preeminent program for developing techniques in breast reconstruction, and Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, where he served as one of the last fellows of Dr. Thomas Rees, one of the most noted cosmetic surgeons of his generation.
In addition to his extensive medical and surgical training, Dr. DeLuca was a Rufus Choate Scholar at Dartmouth College and graduated Magnum Cum Laude. He attended Deerfield Academy for his secondary education.
Training & Credentials
Education and plastic surgery training
Education
- Secondary Education: Deerfield Academy, 1969
- B.A.: Dartmouth College, Magnum Cum Laude, 1973
- M.D.: Albany Medical College, 1977
Post-medical school training
- General Surgery Residency: Albany Medical Center, 1977–1982
- Plastic Surgery Residency: Eastern Virginia Medical College, 1982–1985
- Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Fellowship: Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, 1985
Board Certification & Professional Associations
Board certification and professional societies
Board certification
- Diplomat, American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1987
- Diplomat, American Board of Surgery, 1983
Professional associations
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons
Appointments
Hospital and academic appointments
Hospital appointments
- St. Peter’s Hospital — Albany, NY
- Albany Medical Center — Albany, NY
- Albany Memorial Hospital — Albany, NY
- Bellevue Woman’s Hospital — Troy, NY
Academic appointment
Clinical Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at Albany Medical College.
Thinking About Surgery?
Start with a personal consultation
The best way to understand your options is to review your goals, anatomy, timing, and expectations with an experienced plastic surgery team.
Service & Charity
Certification and charitable work
Dr. DeLuca’s charitable work with Operation Smile has taken him to Africa and the Southern Philippines, the latter being only the second such mission organized by the nonprofit.
This commitment reflects a broader career dedicated not only to cosmetic surgery, but also to surgical care, service, and the responsible practice of plastic surgery.
“Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intentions, sincere effort, intelligent direction, and skilled execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.”
— William A. Foster
The Plastic Surgery Team
Experienced surgical care in Albany, NY
His personally trained and tightly knit team of nurses and assistants helps create a surgical experience known for aesthetic results, patient safety, and comfort.
Dr. DeLuca’s extensive surgical experience, developed over a career with thousands of unique and challenging cases, is one of the major contributors to his consistently strong results and low post-operative complication rate.
Trusted Plastic Surgery Doctor
Reputation built through reviews, referrals, and results
Many patients say what distinguishes Dr. DeLuca most are the reviews, recommendations, and referrals from former patients who describe him as caring, thoughtful, and deeply committed to sound advice, proper consultation, and naturally beautiful results.
Professional Societies
Medical societies
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Operation Smile
- New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons
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Interested in seeing Dr. DeLuca?
Dr. DeLuca is works part-time and sees a more limited range of patients, primarily for skin lesion removal and selected injectable treatments. Contact the office to confirm availability and the best next step.
You may also call (518) 724-2444.

