Who is the best doctor for nose reconstruction specifically forehead flap surgery?

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I am searching for the best doctor when it comes to nose reconstruction using forehead flap surgery. I am seeking doctors across the United States. Can someone make recommendations?

Edward Buckingham, MD · Answer

This is a great question.  Various subspecialties can and do perform paramedian forehead flap reconstruction for nasal defects including Dermatologic/Mohs surgeons, Facial Plastic Surgeons, General Plastic Surgeons and even some Ear, Nose and Throat physicians.  I think the answer for which doctor is the best really comes down to which physician has the most experience and performs these procedures regularly.  There are some very good Dermatologic/Mohs surgeons that do excellent work while there are others that refer all their complex reconstruction including paramedian forehead flap patients to either a Facial Plastic surgeon or General Plastic surgeon.  For example, in my practice I have a high volume of paramedian forehead flaps that I perform from local Dermatologic/Mohs surgeons that refer to me.  Your best option is to call around and find a physician who performs a lot of these procedures.  I would then schedule a consultation and ask to see their before and after photos.  This will give you a good idea of what results to expect.  I hope this helps.

Paul N. Afrooz, MD · Answer

Many plastic surgeons perform nasal reconstruction.  Dr. Fred Menick has written several books on this topic and has dedicated a large portion of his practice and career to nasal reconstruction.

David Shamouelian, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks for the question.  As a facial plastic surgeon I have had the privilege to work with very talented reconstructive surgeons. The best person I would recommend is Dr Peter Costantino at the NY Head and Neck Institute at Lennox Hill Hospital in Manhattan.  Good luck and hope this helps.  David Shamouelian MD

Richard Mark Winters, MD · Answer

I have patterned my paramedian forehead flap and nasal reconstruction methods after Dr. Fred Menick and Dr. Gary Burgett. These two surgeons have perhaps done the most to advance the art and science of nasal reconstruction. Before I tackle any complex nasal reconstruction, I re-read Dr. Menick's ingenious textbook on Nasal Reconstruction.good luck...

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