I can breathe better than I ever thought possible

I saw Dr. Ackerman for a septorhinoplasty. I had actually had submitted a deposit for a different surgeon but was scared away by former patients. I decided to do more research and came across Dr. Ackerman. Although his forte seems to be facelifts, I read some interview where he disclosed that he began his journey in reconstructive surgery. I booked a consultation and Kimberly, the coordinator, was so informative and so kind.

The consultation was unlike other consultations I had. Dr. Ackerman spent at least an hour with me, going over my problems, desires, and expectations-- realistic ones. Where the initial surgeon made me so many promises and tried to upsell me on other procedures, Dr. Ackerman was confident in his ability to improve my nose structure, breathing issues, as well as give me a natural and more balanced look. He was honest with me in that my sinusitis would not be cured as it was likely environmentally triggered (something confirmed by an allergist) but that my breathing would improve nonetheless. No upselling, no fake promises, no request for photos of Hollywood stars for inspiration photos. He explained that my nose was already slightly upturned and turning it up too much would be unsightly-- something I always panicked about but he was the only doctor to affirm that.

The coordinator didn't pressure me AT ALL. She even encouraged I sleep on it and continue my research but provided me with all the information I needed -- the quote, insurance questions, she even showed me an entire album of his rhinoplasty patients-- all whose results were excellent. No cookie cutter noses, he made sure to suit noses to individuals' faces. I had been pressured by the initial surgeon's office to secure my quote with a deposit as that doctor was allegedly booked out several months in advance and prices would only go up (that consultation also lasted 15 minutes compared to Dr. Ackerman's).

I felt foolish for falling for the tactics and after meeting Dr. Ackerman and all of the lovely staff, one thing was certain. Dr. Ackerman is not out for all the money he can get from you, nor is he out for fame and glory. The impression I got (and still get from him) is that if he's signing his name off on something, it better be at its highest possible standard. He truly seems to care about his work and in turn, about his patients.

My results so far have been incredible and I still have a ton of healing to do and swelling left to be reduced. I can breathe better than I ever thought possible. Honestly, it felt like too much air at first but now I can notice my sleep and concentration have improved greatly. It might be too early at this juncture to know if everything will end up exactly right but so far, I have no reason to believe it won't.

I recommend Dr. Ackerman but don't just take my word for it. Book various consultations and truly experience the difference between a salesperson and an incredible surgeon and find out for yourself.