What should I ask my doctor about a rhinoplasty?

4 answers to “What should I ask my doctor about a...”

A: Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

Several Tips in Choosing a Plastic Surgeon Check to see that the surgeon has completed formal training in Plastic Surgery. This includes board certification by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery or American Board of Head and Neck Surgery. Make sure that you like the surgeons work. Look at his/her... more

A: See before and after photos and talk to at least three prior patients

Amir Moradi, MD

Choosing your surgeon is very important.  Make sure your surgeon is a Board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, ENT or Plastic Surgeon. Check his or her prior work by speaking with prior patients and looking at before and afters.

A: Key Questions to Ask Your Rhinoplasty Surgeon

C. Spencer Cochran, MD

There are several things to consider and questions you should ask your surgeon when considering rhinoplasty. What Percentage of Your Practice is Devoted to Rhinoplasty? Choose an surgeon who specializes in nasal surgery. Not all ENTs or Plastic Surgeons routinely perform rhinoplasty. It is important to find... more

A: Questions to ask your doctor about rhinoplasty

Anil R. Shah, MD

There are alot of questions to ask and should know prior to the procedure and this serves as a good place to start: Questions about your surgeon: --Are you board certified? --What percentage of your practice is devoted to rhinoplasty? --Who did you learn rhinoplasty from (mentors)? --What percentage of your... more

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