Welcome To Our Practice
At the New Orleans Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery, we are sincere and passionate about exceeding the needs of our patients. Our objective is not only to provide excellence in our surgical and non-surgical procedures but also to establish meaningful relationships with our patients. Our mission is to provide our patients with superior care and five-star service. Our goal is to be your destination for aesthetics and plastic surgery in the New Orleans area.
Dr. Parker Velargo and his entire staff are the BEST OF THE BEST! I have never met such caring individuals who truly enjoy what they do. Dr Velargo’s knowledge, skills, professionalism, and empathy toward his patients far exceeded my expectations! He is truly an artist and most definitely a perfectionist. I received honest feedback and was not set up for unrealistic expectations. I’m so thankful that I chose New Orleans Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery! And I absolutely love the new me! Thank you Dr. Velargo and staff!! – Melanie
Specialists in Facial, Breast, Body, and Reconstructive Surgery in New Orleans
Dr. Russell Hendrick, Jr., and Dr. Parker Velargo are the co-owners and co-founders of The New Orleans Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery. While Dr. Hendrick focuses on hand and general plastic & reconstructive surgery, Dr. Velargo focuses on plastic and reconstructive surgery within the head and neck. Drs. Hendrick and Velargo have met the rigorous standards to become board-certified diplomates of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, respectively.
Dr. Hendrick and Dr. Velargo are New Orleans natives. After attending Brother Martin High School, LSU, and LSU Medical School in New Orleans together, Drs. Hendrick and Velargo honed in their specialty skills out of state. They are excited to bring their talent back to New Orleans and serve patients of the crescent city.
Dr. Celeste Gary recently joined the practice and is excited to add her years of expertise to the group.
Dr. Hendrick and Dr. Velargo are on staff at Ochsner Baptist Hospital as well as Touro Infirmary. They also hold operative privileges at several outpatient surgical centers throughout the city. Many minor procedures (not requiring IV or general anesthesia) can be performed in their state of the art procedure room within the clinic. Additionally, Dr. Velargo is a staff physician at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans.
I went into this office myself based on online reviews and was so glad I made that decision, as everyone on staff was so kind and accommodating to me throughout my entire experience there. All the ladies in the office are kind, the doctors are experienced, and I have been so happy with my results from this practice. I had a breast revision and a few other small reconstructive procedures, and I recommend Dr. Hendrick highly to anyone who is nervous about cosmetic surgery, as they eased me into this process and I’ve come out of it more confident and assured. I love all the work I’ve received through them. Could not be happier! – Carly
Meet The Surgeons
We’re dedicated to delivering more than treatment—we build lasting connections through compassion, skill, and personalized care. Our mission is to provide exceptional service and results, making us the trusted choice for cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery in New Orleans.