IN THE MEDIA
Dr. Sheila Barbarino, In Her Own Words — and Everyone Else’s
A double board-certified surgeon, published researcher, and internationally sought-after lecturer, Dr. Barbarino has spent two decades shaping the conversation around modern aesthetic medicine — on stages, in journals, and on air. Here's where to find her.
20+
YEARS IN PRACTICE
15+
PEER-REVIEWED PAPERS
2
PRACTICE LOCATIONS
2022
AESTHETIC AWARDS
13
YRS SUPER DOCTORS
A surgeon, a scientist, and a teacher.
Sheila Barbarino, MD, FAAO, FAACS, FACS is a double board-certified cosmetic and oculofacial plastic surgeon, international lecturer, and key opinion leader, with practices in Austin, Texas, and the Los Angeles South Bay (Redondo Beach / Manhattan Beach), California.
A cum laude graduate of USC, she earned her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, completed her ophthalmology residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital / NYU, and pursued fellowship training in oculoplastics, full-body cosmetic surgery, and facial plastic surgery. She has authored more than 15 peer-reviewed publications, served as principal investigator on multiple clinical studies, and regularly trains surgeons on injectables, lasers, threads, and surgical technique.
Credentials: MD, FAAO (Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology), FAACS (Fellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery), FACS (Fellow, American College of Surgeons)
The Aesthetic Awards
2022 Winner
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
Recognized by peers and patients
Super Doctors, Southern California — 2017–2026
(13 consecutive years; also named a Rising Star, 2013–2015)
Maverick Award
3 consecutive years
Patients’ Choice Award
5× Honoree
Lupus LA Woman of Achievement Award — 2019
Compassionate Doctor Award
5× Honoree
RealSelf Verified & Spotlight Provider
4.8 / 5 stars across 77+ patient reviews
Dr. Barbarino holds fellowships and memberships across the leading surgical and aesthetic societies in the United States, including:
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS) • American Board of Ophthalmology (Diplomate/Board Certification) • American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) • Aesthetic Multi-Specialty Society (AMS) • American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) • American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
Advisory & Board Roles:
Scientific Advisory Board, The Aesthetic Show • Aesthetic Business Advisory Board, Moxie • Galderma GAIN Trainer
As Seen In
RealSelf · Modern Aesthetics · MedEsthetics · Aesthetic Authority · Voyage Austin · Practical Dermatology · AmSpa (Medical Spa Insider)
MedEsthetics — “Cosmetic Surgeon Sheila Barbarino Discusses the Future of Cosmetic Medicine”
(Feb 7, 2023)
Profile covering Dr. Barbarino’s work in oculofacial plastic surgery, facelifts, liposuction, and BBLs, and her perspective on non-invasive innovation in the field.
RealSelf — Verified Provider Profile
125+ expert Q&A answers, 130+ before-and-after photo sets, and 77 patient reviews (4.8/5 average) covering eyelid surgery, thread lifts, injectables, and facial reconstructive work.
Life & Style Magazine — Consumer Beauty Tips
Quoted as an expert source in three consumer beauty pieces: sunburn/sunscreen application tips, pimple-patch efficacy, and fast sunburn remedies.
Voyage Austin — “Hidden Gems: Meet Sheila Barbarino of Barbarino Surgical Arts”
(March 14, 2023)
A personal feature on Dr. Barbarino’s path into medicine, her perspective as a woman in a male-dominated field, and her philosophy on patient care.
Modern Aesthetics — Multiple Features
Recurring commentary on injectable and device innovation, including “Dr. Barbarino’s Insight into the Silhouette InstaLift,” “Dr. Barbarino Chooses Xeomin® for its Consistent and Effective Results,” and “Dr. Barbarino Joins Forces with Dr. Dell in Austin.”
IMCAS Profile
Professional profile on the IMCAS (International Master Course on Aging Science) network, listing her main clinical interests as injectables, face surgery, threads, and regenerative medicine.
Practical Dermatology — “Ask Me Anything” Mentorship Session With Dr. Sheila Barbarino
(YoungMD Connect, 2025)
On-demand mentorship session where Dr. Barbarino discusses social media as a practice-marketing tool and critical practice-management issues for early-career physicians.
Aesthetic Authority — Multiple Features
“Dr. Barbarino’s Innovative Approach for Injecting the Tear Troughs” and “Dr. Barbarino Discussed the Role of Energy in Skin Tightening.”
PODCAST APPERANCES
On air, discussing the craft
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Meet The Injector — “Sheila Barbarino, MD: Facial Plastic Surgeon in Austin, Texas”
(Feb 8, 2024, Ep. 8)
A candid look at what makes a trustworthy injector, through the lens of Dr. Barbarino’s approach to facial anatomy and honesty with patients.
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Medical Spa Insider (AmSpa) — “Innovations, Regulations, and Leadership with Sheila Barbarino”
(July 8, 2026)
Dr. Barbarino discusses the fast-moving world of aesthetic medicine, how international travel and research shape new treatments, medical-legal safety practices, and the expanding leadership role of women in aesthetics.
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Beauty & The Brain® — “Botox, BS, and the Room of Bad Decisions with Dr. Sheila Barbarino”
(May 15, 2025, Ep. 70)
An unfiltered conversation about vetting new aesthetic technology, staying ethical in a saturated market, and her honest take on Ultherapy, rhinoplasty trends, and filler overuse.
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Beauty and the Biz (Catherine Maley) — “Practices in LA and Austin. How?”
(Ep. 163)
Dr. Barbarino’s journey from an LA practice with a celebrity clientele to building a second practice in Austin, and how she manages both.
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Beauty and the Biz (Catherine Maley) — “Thread Rhino & Thighs”
(Videocast)
A deeper dive into thread-based treatments, non-surgical rhinoplasty, and body contouring.
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Meet the Doctor Podcast — “Sheila Barbarino, MD: Facial Plastic Surgeon in Austin, Texas”
Dr. Barbarino discusses her dual expertise in surgical and non-surgical facial aesthetics.
PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Published Research
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“Integrative skincare trial of intense pulsed light followed by the phyto-corrective mask, phyto-corrective gel, and resveratrol BE for decreasing post-procedure downtime and improving procedure outcomes in patients with rosacea” (June 28, 2022)
“Evaluating an incobotulinumtoxinA and Cohesive Polydensified Matrix® hyaluronic acid filler combination to treat moderate-to-severe periorbital and perioral rhytids” (October 13, 2020)
“Correction of temporal wasting using calcium hydroxylapatite with integral lidocaine: An underused procedure for enhancing overall facial appearance” (May 22, 2020)
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“Standardized approach to treatment of retinal artery occlusion after intraarterial injection of soft tissue fillers: EYE-CODE” (February 7, 2021)
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“Tear Trough Deformities and Under Eye Appearance Clinical Study using Microfocused Ultrasound with Visualization and Hyaluronic Acid Filler” (August 7, 2020)
“The Stab Incision Procedure for Upper Eyelid Medial Fat Pad Removal” (June 1, 2012)
“Brow Suspension Suture Procedure: A Safe, Effective, Straightforward Brow-Suspension Lifting Technique that Minimizes Surgical Time and Can Be Performed Under Local Anesthesia with Predictable Outcomes” (December 1, 2011)
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“Reconstruction of Full-Thickness Lower Eyelid Defects” (November 27, 2009), co-authored with Yanni Glavas, MD
Teaching the people who treat you
SPEAKING, TRAINING & ADVISORY
Scientific Advisory Board
The Aesthetic Show
Aesthetic Business Advisory Board
Moxie
GAIN Trainer
Galderma
Workshop leader — injectables, lasers, threads, devices
National & International
Conference speaker, incl. IPL/OPT for dry eye (2016)
ASCRS
In their words
PATIENT VOICE
“Dr. Barbarino and her whole staff are wonderful. She's not just a skilled doctor, but a skilled artist who takes your concerns seriously and is incredibly generous with her time.”
— RealSelf patient review
“She has a great eye for symmetry and a natural look. I always feel at ease in her care.”
— RealSelf patient review
“I look at least 20 years younger, and my face looks balanced and natural. She's exceptional — artistic and respectful of your natural beauty.”
— RealSelf patient review
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