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Recommendation for Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgeon from Austin, TX?

asked 2 years ago by Jennifer Z
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
Question viewed 430 times
Tags: doctor referral

I am looking for a recommendation for a plastic surgeon to perform a rhinoplasty. I met with a couple and found one that I am happy with. On paper, he meets all the criteria: Board certified, hospital affiliated, he was the Texas Plastic Assoc. President and Chief of Plastics at a major hospital for 3 years. Is this enough to know that I can trust my face in his hands? What else should I look for? 

5 answers to Recommendation for Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgeon from Austin, TX?

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Austin Plastic Surgeon

The most important of the titles you've mentioned is his board certification as a plastic surgeon (be sure it's ABPS). The remaining titles bear no significance on the level of his surgical skills. You now need to see if he's artistic. Evaluate some of his other work, ask around about him until you hear a few comments and lastly, evaluate one more plastic surgeon. I think everything about a surgeon is important. His bedside manner, other results, his attire, neatness, office, photo album,... more
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Recommendation for Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgeon from Austin, TX

The qualifications for the surgeon that you mention are one aspect. The second aspect is do you like the before and after photos that he showed? The third aspect is does he understand your objectives? Finally, do you connect with him?
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Finding a Qualified Rhinoplasty Surgeon

It sounds like the surgeon has the proper credentials. It is always smart to see his results from previous operations - you don't want a physician who  primarily does breast surgery operating on your nose. If you want a second opinion, I recommend Dr. Russell Kridel in Houston. It would be worth the trip.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty surgeon

You certainly want to make sure that the credentials of your doctor are acceptable. Now, you should check with friends that have used the doctor and you may want to see results, speak to the staff, or talk to former patients.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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It sounds like you did your homework in finding a quality doctor

What is important is to make sure that the doctor you find specializes in Rhinoplasty. There are many qualified surgeons who do rhinoplasty but specialize in other areas. I don't know anyone in Austin, but Dr. Russel Kridel in Houston is an excellent nose specialist.
Steven J. Pearlman, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

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