Meet the Island Plastic Surgery Team

Cassandra Trimarco Board Certified Physician Assistant

Cassandra has been with Island Plastic Surgery since August 2005. She supports the surgeons by providing history and physicals, pre and post operative care. She participates in all aspects of numerous surgical procedures, and has received advanced training in the art of administering injections such as sclerotherapy, lipotherapy and Botox® Cosmetic.

Cassandra graduated Cum Laude from Saint John’s University in Jamaica, Queens. She then attended Physician Assistant School at Saint Anthony’s Nursing Institute and Allied Health Professions in Fresh Meadows, Queens. In addition to achieving Dean’s Honor List each year, she received the “Women in Math and Science” Award, a Clinical Excellence Award upon graduation, and was asked to be an adjunct professor at Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY.

Jennifer Hines Licensed Aesthetician

Jennifer has been with Island Plastic Surgery since 2011. Experienced in treating aging skin, rosacea, acne and acne scarring, as well as other skin conditions. She has been trained extensively in laser hair removal, laser skin treatments, Intense Pules light treatments, microdermabrasion, microcurrent chemical peels, Ultherapy® and Coolscultping®. In addition, she develops an individualized, cost effective skincare regimen for her clients to maintain the results of these treatments and prevent further skin damage.

Grace DeGregorio Board Certified Physician Assistant

Grace has been an adjunct member of Island Plastic Surgery since 2007. Over the years, she has participated in various aspects of patient care with in the practice. Obtaining medical histories & focused physical exams, assisting in office procedures, & involvement in the pre& post operative care of patients are a few of her attributes. Grace has a diverse medical background in multidisciplinary specialties with a strong primary focus in Neuroscience—particularly Neurosurgery.

In combination of her vast medical knowledge, extensive training & experience, Grace has become a weight loss specialist with the HCG diet. Most recently Grace has underwent extensive training in sclerotherapy & laser treatment of varicose & spider veins.

Grace served as class president of the graduating class from Touro College Physician Assistant Program 2005. In 2012, Grace received her Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Nebraska University.