04/27/2026
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Dr Juan Carlos Paramo, a highly respected surgical oncologist, educator, and leader whose impact on our South Florida community will endure for years to come.
Dr. Paramo devoted more than 25 years to the practice of medicine, serving as an attending surgeon in surgical oncology at Mount Sinai Medical Center’s Comprehensive Cancer Center in Miami Beach. Throughout his distinguished career, he became known not only for his clinical excellence and technical precision, but also for his deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care within the diverse populations he served across Miami. Gus expertise spanned the surgical management of complex cancers, including breast, thyroid, skin cancers, and soft tissue sarcomas. He was widely recognized for advancing minimally invasive techniques, consistently striving to improve outcomes while prioritizing patient quality of life.
Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Paramo was deeply committed to education and mentorship, values that strongly reflect the mission of the American College of Surgeons. He held academic appointments as Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at Nova Southeastern University and Associate Professor of Surgery at Florida International University, where he guided and inspired countless medical students, residents and fellows throughout South Florida.
Dr. Paramo’s leadership extended both locally and nationally through his work as a Cancer Liaison Physician, where he played a vital role in advancing cancer screening, early detection, and access to high-quality care. His contributions were recognized with the prestigious Cancer Liaison Physician Outstanding Performance Award from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, an honor awarded to only a select group of physicians nationwide and a testament to his commitment to the standards of our profession.
Despite his many accomplishments, those of us who knew Dr. Paramo will remember him most for his humility, compassion, and dedication to others. He was a trusted colleague, a devoted mentor, and a physician who consistently placed his patients at the center of everything he did. For many within our South Florida surgical community, he set an example of what it means to lead with both skill and humanity.
Dr. Paramo’s legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched, including his patients, his students, his colleagues and his loved ones. His contributions to medicine and to our local surgical community will not be forgotten, and his example will continue to guide future generations of surgeons and physicians.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate a life defined by service, excellence, mentorship and compassion.
