“Very Disappointed - Madison, WI”

Madison1641

Not Worth It
Spent: $3,000 in Madison, WI

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Updated 16 Oct 2010

Posted 14 Oct 2010

I did it because I used to be a boxer and had my nose broken a few times.

I had reconstructive nose surgery from this Dr. in January of 2006. He took cartilage from my ear and put it on the tip of my nose for better support. When the bandages came off and the swelling went down I noticed a bump that goes across the tip of my nose where he put the cartilage. He said it was from the swelling and would eventually disappear. More than four years later it is still there. Twice he made some minor tweeks to correct this with no success. I have had many people ask me "did you get a bug bite on your nose?"

I am a performer in the entertainment industry & I have lost a considerable amount of film and print work due to this issue.

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My Doctor: Benjamin C. Marcus, MD

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I recently talked to "patient relations" to see if another Dr. from this facility could look at the problem and fix it. I was sent a letter that more or less said too bad, if you want it fixed, pay for it yourself. So, if you need any surgery on your face and want it to look natural, please find a surgeon who will stand behind his work or send you to a Dr. that will correct his work. I understand mistakes can be made, but they should also be corrected.

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Angiemcc (Community Manager) 18 Oct 2010

I'm sorry you're unhappy with your rhinoplasty. Have you gone for a second opinion elsewhere?

Also, do you have a photo you can post?

Madison1641 19 Oct 2010

Yes, I saw another Dr. who said he could fix it. But I would have to pay out of my pocket since it now seems to be a cosmetic issue. I guess that is what I will have to do. I just feel I shouldn't have to pay almost $2,000 for another doctors work.
The photo situation is difficult since the bump is more visible when lights are shining down on me. I tried to get some photos taken, but the flash of the camera always seems to take away all shadows on your face. I'll see if I can find something to post.

Madison3011 19 Oct 2010

Can you say who the doctor was or maybe the clinic or street it's on? I am currently considering rhinoplasty and would definitely take your experience into consideration when choosing a clinic.

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