How Long from Consult to Surgery for a Rhinoplasty?

The answer to this question leaves room for many variables. The timeline from consult to rhinoplasty generally depends entirely on the patient’s readiness and schedule, but I do have some general guidelines to share with you.
At my Vancouver cosmetic surgery practice, we use a private surgery centre to make the journey from consultation to surgery as streamlined and fluid as possible. This means the wait list is shorter and that we can accommodate most patients’ timelines. We do consider some months “peak seasons” - times when members of the general public book time off collectively -(e.g., winter holidays when employees get time off and the end of june through august when schools break for summer). During these times it may be more difficult to secure a surgical date quickly than at other times of the year.
The best thing you can do to ensure you get your desired surgery date is to plan ahead. Come in for a consultation sooner rather than later - besides giving yourself and the surgeon more “wiggle room” to book a surgery date, you’ll also have time to ensure all of your questions are answered before your procedure and that nothing is left to chance due to the stress of a last-minute booking.

Hello,

Timing really depends on the surgeon's availability, and when one is ready to have the procedure. It will be necessary to have a pre-op appointment prior to surgery and full physical exam by your physician to confirm you are in optimal condition to have surgery performed. Depending on the patient's circumstances and availability, the pre-op appointment can sometimes be combined with the initial in-office consultation. When this is the case, there is usually prior correspondence consisting of a photo evaluation through email and/or Skype consult.  I would recommend speaking with a highly skilled board certified rhinoplasty specialist. Thank you, and I hope this helps.

Dr. Nassif

Be sure you find a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that you are comfortable with and have seen many before and after pictures of his/her patients. Many surgeons offer computer imaging so you can see what results you can expect.December is usually the busiest month for most surgeons as patients want to take advantage of their holiday break. However things happen and openings can occur and patients that are ready can slip into these openings. When  you schedule your consultation you might ask what openings are available and let the staff know you may want surgery soon. Surgeons who have their own surgery center (versus the hospital) may have a little more flexibilty in getting you on their surgery schedule.You need to stop taking all blood thinners such as aspirin at least two weeks before you want surgery. Good luck!

I read your concerns: I think it works to your benefit not to rush into your proposed nose job surgery.

Here's a few tips:

Before going on consultations, research your surgeons. In the year 2011, nearly all reputable rhinoplasty surgeons have web sites with photos, and credentials for your perusal. See several rhinoplasty specialists for several opinions: scrutinize their work, and ask to speak with their patients. Then you have to figure out which physician would be most likely to achieve your goals.

You could potentially get this done and have surgery within the next 4 weeks. Many busy nose job surgeons are booked till 2012, but cancellations happen. My final advice is to take this slowly, do your homework, and all the best to you.

Dr. Joseph

Hello.  Really, this is determined between the individual surgeon and patient.  Factors include the patient's schedule, the surgeon's schedule, surgery center schedule, and need to obtain any medical clearances.