He has over 18 years of experience in private practice, and is currently the Chief of Staff at Huntington Hospital in Huntington, New York. He earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Notre Dame, and received his medical degree from SUNY Downstate, followed by 8 years of post-graduate surgical training. In addition to general surgery and hand surgery, Dr. Romanelli's plastic surgery training included experience working with Dr. Frank Gerow and Dr. Thomas Cronin, inventors of the modern breast implant. Dr. Romanelli has been among a handful of respected surgeons selected to be an investigator in 3 different silicone gel implant studies, including the FDA study of "gummy bear" implants. Dr. Romanelli is a remarkably talented and skilled cosmetic surgeon who proudly offers his patients the personalized, attentive care they deserve.