Abdel Flores, MD

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Abdel Flores, MD

Secretary: Nina Mitchell p:(516) 629-3828 f:(516) 535-7645

Offering a full range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, Dr. Abdel Flores specializes in various surgeries including rhinoplasty, breast and body contouring with the latest techniques, and breast reconstruction. He joined New York Plastic Surgical Group in 2024.

Before joining NYPS Group, Dr. Flores completed his Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at Stony Brook University Hospital-Nassau University Medical Center. Dr. Flores attended the University of Puerto Rico, where he received his Medical Degree, as well as his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He graduated both programs with the scholastic distinction of Magna Cum Laude. He received his Master’s degree in Clinical and Translational Research from Mayo Clinic Graduate School, where he focused his research on stem cells and regenerative medicine.

Dr. Flores has written several articles and presentations pertaining to the study of biomedical science. He has spoken at events hosted by the University of Georgia, the University of Denver, the Mayo Clinic, and other regional meetings regarding topics as diverse as RNA research, small molecule drug delivery, nerve regeneration, and biomedical device development.

In addition to his work as a surgeon, Dr. Flores enjoys leading an active healthy lifestyle, and reading books on sports science, finance, and history. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

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STAR Award

Recognition for Academic Excellence, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus

Recognition for community service outreach in Cantera Public Schools

Endocrine Society Minority Access Program Award

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Education

2015-2018: Master’s Degree in Clinical and Translational Research- Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
2012-2018: M.D- University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus
2007-2012: Bachelor of Science in Biology- University of Puerto Rico in Cayey

Training

2018-2024: Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency- Stony Brook University Hospital-Nassau University Medical Center

Professional Society Memberships

Candidate Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Medical Association

Awards

STAR Award
Recognition for Academic Excellence, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus
Recognition for community service outreach in Cantera Public Schools
TL-1 funded MD/MS Award
Award for Distinction in GEMS summer research program
The Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology: Minority Access to Research Careers Sumer Research Award
Endocrine Society Minority Access Program Award

Articles

Armaiz-Flores A, Wang H. The Use and Delivery of Stem Cells in Nerve Regeneration: Preclinical Evidence and Regulatory Considerations. Ann Plast Surg 2018 Apr;80(4):448-456
Armaiz-Flores A. Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell-Derived Schwann cells: Differentiation, Characterization and Developmental Considerations. Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. ProQuest Dissertations Publishing, 2018. 10811433.
Armaiz-Flores A, Oppenheimer-Velez M, Thompson SM, Windebank AJ, Greenberg AJ. Navigating the Clinical Translation

Presentations

Oral Presentations

Armaiz-Flores A, Deane LM. Zelli Modification of the Bilobed Flap for Nasal Reconstruction: Pushing the Envelope., Nassau County Clinic Day. Uniondale, NY December 2022
Armaiz-Flores A. Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell-Derived Schwann cells: Differentiation, Characterization and Developmental Considerations. Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. 2018
Armaiz-Flores A. Navigating the Clinical Translation of Medical Devices: The Case of Radiofrequency Ablation Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. August 2017
Armaiz-Flores A, Michels A, Eisenbarth GS. Small Molecules Inhibiting a Primary Anti-Insulin Trimolecular Complex. University of Colorado at Denver, Aurora, Colorado, July 2010

Poster Presentations

Armaiz-Flores A, Spinner RJ, Windebank A, Wang H. Deriving Schwann Cells from iPSCs through a Melanocytic Intermediate. American Society for Peripheral Nerve the meeting 2018, Phoenix Arizona January 2018
Armaiz-Flores A, Wang H. Targeting BMP, TGFβ, Wnt and FGF Pathways for Derivation of Schwann cells from iPS cells: Strategies and Progress. Mayo Clinic Regenerative Medicine and Surgery Selective Poster Session, Rochester, Minnesota, April 2017
Armaiz-Flores A, Wang H. Commitment of iPS cells towards a peripheral glial lineage—Scientific foundations and strategies. Karolinska-Mayo Clinic Meeting, Rochester, Minnesota, September 2016
Armaiz-Flores A, Bowden K, Kushner S. Construction of an ∆rppH ∆yhbJ::Kan double mutant in Escherichia coli. University of Georgia Summer Research Poster Session, Athens, Georgia, July 2009