Deniz Gerecci, MD is a facial plastic surgeon combining advanced surgical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. Fellowship-trained in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Gerecci is dedicated to helping patients look and feel their best through natural, individualized results that enhance confidence while preserving each person's unique features.
Known for her warm demeanor and attentive listening style, Dr. Gerecci believes that exceptional outcomes begin with understanding each patient's goals, concerns, and personal story. She takes the time to build meaningful relationships with her patients, ensuring they feel comfortable, informed, and supported throughout every stage of their aesthetic or reconstructive journey.
Dr. Gerecci specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, including facelift surgery, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, brow lift surgery, facial rejuvenation, and non-surgical treatments such as neuromodulators and dermal fillers. Her surgical philosophy is rooted in achieving elegant, natural-looking results that help patients look refreshed and confident without appearing overdone.
One of the most rewarding aspects of her practice is partnering with patients over time. Whether meeting someone for their first consultation, guiding them through surgery, or helping them maintain their results for years to come, Dr. Gerecci values the trust her patients place in her and considers it a privilege to be part of their journey. She is committed to providing honest recommendations, thorough education, and individualized treatment plans tailored to each person's needs and goals.
Dr. Gerecci grew up in Houston, Texas and spent her formative educational years in Houston, Austin, and Dallas, Texas. She went to The University of Texas at Austin in Austin, Texas for her liberal arts honors degree in Plan II Honors while doing her pre-medical school requirements. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas and developed an interest in the complexity and beauty of facial surgery. In 2013 she moved to Portland, Oregon and completed surgical internship & residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU.) She was then selected for a competitive fellowship through the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) with Dr. Stephen Perkins, MD in Indianapolis, Indiana to hone her skills in cosmetic facial plastic surgery. She moved back to Oregon in 2019 to start in private practice cosmetic facial plastic surgery. She is board certified in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and remains dedicated to continuing education and the latest advancements in facial plastic surgery.
As a member of the Petroff Center team, Dr. Gerecci is excited to provide patients with exceptional surgical care in a practice known for its commitment to excellence, trust, and outstanding patient experiences. She looks forward to helping patients feel confident, cared for, and supported every step of the way. In her free time, Dr. Gerecci loves to spend quality family time with her husband and 3 daughters, exploring the beautiful outdoors, trying new restaurants, and enjoying being a mom.
She was born in Houston, Texas and attended the University of Texas at Austin. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree with high honors for her major in Plan II Honors while completing her pre-medical requirements.
She earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. During that time she discovered her interest in head & neck surgery. She was co-president of the medical student surgical society and founded the medical student interest group for Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
Dr. Gerecci joined the house medical staff at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, where she completed 5 years of residency in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. There she discovered her passion and interest in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. She won awards for her research in the field of facial plastic surgery, as well as for high scores on the national in-service training exams. She went on a mission trip to Peru with the FACES foundation to perform cleft lip & palate reconstructive surgery, and in her chief resident year organized a cosmetic injection clinic for training residents.
Dr. Gerecci was selected for one of the most sought-after fellowship programs in the country. She spent a year in Indianapolis, Indiana training with world-renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Stephen Perkins through the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS.) During her year at Meridian Plastic Surgeons, she learned advanced techniques in facelift surgery, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, browlift, skin resurfacing, facial implants, facial fat grafting/transfer, as well as facial injectables.
Dr. Gerecci is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (AAOHNS) and an active member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). She has traveled to attend local and national conferences to advance her education and present her research. She has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, academic posters and/or presentations relating to the field of facial plastic surgery.
Dr. Gerecci served as an Assistant Professor in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Oregon Health & Science University from 2019-2021. She maintains an affiliation with the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery and Division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructie Surgery.
Dr. Gerecci founded her private practice "Deniz Gerecci MD" in 2019 as an intimate, solo practice focused exclusively on cosmetic plastic surgery of the face. From 2025-2026 she served as a medical director of Skin by Lovely where she provided review and expertise on facial injectable treatments. Beginning June 2026, Dr. Gerecci joined the practice of Dr. Mark Petroff and started to see patients at The Petroff Center as her primary office address and surgery center location.