Dr. Palu-Regan is a Board Certified, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon who takes pride in customizing his approach to each patient with honesty, respect, and attentiveness. He values the idea that each patient is unique, and requires specific care through an individualized plan. Dr. Palu-Regan completed his undergraduate degree with honors at Texas A&M University. He then graduated from medical school from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. His interest in the surgical arts brought him to New York City where he completed his 5-year Residency in General Surgery through New York Medical College at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. During his time there, he realized that his passion was problem solving and applied anatomy, and that Plastic Surgery was the field that offered the ability to apply these skills to patient care. He pursued this passion and undertook formal training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at St. Joseph’s Health in New Jersey.

Dr. Palu-Regan holds a special interest in breast and facial reconstruction to restore the body’s natural harmony and function. He has a unique eye for facial cosmetic procedures such as rhinoplasty, and body contouring procedures such as aesthetic breast surgery. He is a well-rounded Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and truly loves the full spectrum of procedures that this field offers. Dr. Regan has volunteered his time in Africa where he was able to share his gifts by repairing cleft lips and cleft palates on children of all ages. There, he found how powerful and life changing plastic surgery can be for the patient, the family, and the community. Throughout his career, Dr. Regan has been awarded and applauded for his compassion, integrity, and professionalism by medical staff and patients alike. These are the values that contribute to his ability to achieve and provide results that balance the artistry of surgery with the aesthetics of the body.

Dr. Palu-Regan returned to treat patients where he trained at St. Joseph’s Health. He is passionate about treating patients in underserved areas. Additionally, he is the Associate Program Director for the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery training program at the hospital. His dedication to the art and science of Plastic Surgery is translated into his dedication of teaching the next generation of Plastic Surgeons.