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Danielle daCunha, PA-C - Physician Assistant

Meet Danielle daCunha, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Credentials & Expertise

Board-Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
SUNY Upstate Medical University Graduate
Background in Internal & Emergency Medicine
Injectable & Laser Treatment Specialist
Medical Weight Loss Program Provider

Comprehensive Care with Compassion

Danielle is the Physician Assistant working alongside Dr. Ridha at RIDHA Plastic Surgery & Med Spa. She completed her Physician Assistant training at SUNY Upstate Medical University in 2019, bringing a strong foundation in medical science and patient care.

Before joining the practice, Danielle started her career in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine, where she developed a comprehensive medical foundation and honed her skills in acute care and patient management. This diverse background allows her to provide exceptional care across a wide range of treatments.

She has found her passion in Plastic Surgery and aesthetics, driven by her desire to make patients look and feel their best. Danielle assists Dr. Ridha in the operating room, sees post-op patients, and is trained in performing in-office procedures such as Botox, fillers, and lasers. She also sees patients through the medical weight loss program.

Areas of Expertise

Surgical Assistance

  • Operating room assistance
  • Surgical preparation
  • Intraoperative support
  • Procedure documentation
  • Patient safety monitoring

Post-Operative Care

  • Recovery monitoring
  • Wound care management
  • Suture removal
  • Follow-up assessments
  • Healing optimization

Injectable Treatments

  • Botox & Dysport
  • Dermal fillers
  • Lip enhancement
  • Facial contouring
  • Wrinkle reduction

Laser Treatments

  • Skin rejuvenation
  • Pigmentation treatment
  • Hair removal
  • Skin resurfacing
  • Vascular treatments

Medical Weight Loss

  • Comprehensive assessments
  • Personalized programs
  • Medication management
  • Nutritional guidance
  • Progress monitoring

Patient Education

  • Treatment consultations
  • Pre-operative preparation
  • Recovery instructions
  • Skincare guidance
  • Wellness coaching

Care Philosophy

"I am passionate about health and wellness and look forward to empowering my patients to be their most confident selves."

Danielle believes that true patient care extends beyond procedures and treatments. Her background in emergency and internal medicine taught her the importance of listening to patients, understanding their concerns, and providing compassionate, comprehensive care.

She takes pride in building lasting relationships with patients, guiding them through their aesthetic journey with education, support, and expert care. Whether assisting in the operating room or performing minimally invasive treatments, Danielle brings the same dedication to excellence and patient wellbeing.

When she's not at the practice, Danielle enjoys skiing, traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her family and her Bernedoodle puppy.

What Patients Say

Danielle is incredibly knowledgeable and made me feel completely at ease before my procedure. Her post-op care was exceptional - she answered all my questions and helped ensure my recovery went smoothly.

M

Michelle T.

Post-Operative Care

I was nervous about getting Botox for the first time, but Danielle explained everything thoroughly and her technique was so gentle. The results look natural and I couldn't be happier!

J

Jennifer R.

Botox Treatment

Danielle has been wonderful with my weight loss journey. She's supportive, encouraging, and really takes the time to understand my goals. I've seen great results with her guidance.

S

Sarah K.

Medical Weight Loss