Julie Ferrauiola

Dr. Julie Ferrauiola, 44, died Friday, January 17, 2025. She grew up in Tenafly, New Jersey, the daughter of Wanda and Lex Ferrauiola. She is survived by her father; her husband, William Kaiser; and two stepchildren, Elena and Will Kaiser. Julie is also survived by her sister, Meg Pantina; her brother, Danny Ferrauiola; and three nephews, Duncan Ferrauiola and Harrison and Grayson Pantina. Growing up, Julie was an active member of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Tenafly. From the age of eight, Julie trained as an artist and was named a New Jersey Governor’s Scholar of the Fine Arts in 1997. She initially pursued a career in art and fashion at Parsons School of Design and graduated from Montclair State University. Julie then decided to bring her artistic skills to the field of medicine. At Rutgers University, she completed all required science classes for medical school. Dr. Julie Ferrauiola trained as a general surgeon at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. In her fifth year she served as chief resident. She attained board certification followed by plastic and reconstructive surgery training at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Julie served on multiple committees of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons since residency. Dr. Julie joined Dr. Rick D’Amico’s practice in Englewood in 2019. In 2023, Dr. Julie opened her own plastic and reconstructive practice in Ridgewood, New Jersey, The Couture Surgeon. In her practice she blended her technical skill and her aesthetic sensibilities. Her warm and approachable manner and unfailing commitment to her patients endeared her to all. Julie was an active member of the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce and the Women’s Club of Ridgewood. A gifted cook, Julie loved nothing more than creating memorable dining experiences for family and friends who felt she deserved a Michelin Star. Dr. Julie also opened her home and her heart to many animals in need of a warm and welcoming forever home. Julie’s quick wit, love of beauty, and generous spirit brightened the lives of all who knew her. Funeral services will be held at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church on Thursday, January 23, at 11:00 a.m. followed by the visitation at Barrett Leber Funeral Home from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and then 6:00-8:00 p.m. The family requests that memorials be made to the Court Appointed Special Advocate of New Jersey program.