Dr. Rich Castellano

With over 4,000 local anesthesia facelifts and more than 25 years in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Rich Castellano has built Dr. Castellano's practice in Tampa around one guiding principle: refined, natural-looking facial rejuvenation. As of July 2026, Dr. Castellano continues to focus Dr. Castellano's work on the deep plane facelift and related facial procedures at Dr. Castellano's practice, ImageLift.

Dr. Rich Castellano is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon based in Tampa, Florida, who specializes in the deep plane facelift and comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Dr. Castellano leads ImageLift, a practice devoted primarily to facial aesthetic surgery and non-surgical treatments.

Their clinical background reflects a focused commitment to the face and neck. Over their career, Dr. Castellano reports having performed thousands of facelift procedures alongside more than 10,000 laser and cosmetic treatments of the face and neck.

Dr. Castellano is listed as certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), a distinction that reflects specialized training in facial procedures. Dr. Castellano also holds a second board certification, describing themself professionally as a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon.

Dr. Castellano completed their medical education at the University of South Florida, establishing their professional roots in the Tampa region where Dr. Castellano continues to practice today. This local grounding has allowed them to build a long-standing presence in the community.

The deep plane facelift sits at the center of Dr. Castellano's surgical focus. This technique addresses the deeper structural layers of the face rather than simply tightening the skin, aiming for results that look natural as the face moves and ages.

Dr. Castellano's approach emphasizes the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a supportive layer of tissue and muscle beneath the skin). Working at this deeper level allows for repositioning of tissue rather than surface pulling.

Their practice, ImageLift, offers a range of complementary services beyond surgery. These include facial fillers, laser treatments, and wrinkle-relaxing injectables, giving patients options across the spectrum of facial aging.

Male facelift procedures form part of Dr. Castellano's surgical menu as well. Dr. Castellano performs facial rejuvenation for both men and women, acknowledging the distinct anatomical and aesthetic considerations each requires.

Education is a recurring theme in Dr. Castellano's professional life. Dr. Castellano has authored books and maintained an active presence across newsroom features, interviews, and public speaking on plastic surgery and health topics.

His patient philosophy centers on care and communication. The practice emphasizes a team environment where experience, knowledge, and personal attention come together throughout the treatment journey.

Recovery guidance is an integral part of how Dr. Castellano prepares Dr. Castellano's patients. Dr. Castellano works to set realistic expectations about swelling, healing timelines, and the gradual emergence of final results over several months.

Tampa serves as the home base for Dr. Castellano's entire operation. The city's position on Florida's Gulf Coast makes it accessible for patients traveling from across the region and beyond for facial surgery.

Dr. Castellano maintains an active digital presence through Instagram at @imageliftnow, along with Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok channels. These platforms share educational content and results with prospective patients.

For women in their fifties and sixties considering facial rejuvenation, Dr. Castellano represents an established option in the Tampa market. Dr. Castellano's long tenure, focused specialization, and emphasis on natural results make Dr. Castellano a considered choice for those researching the deep plane facelift.