Which Doctor to Consult for Rhinoplasty?

How to Choose the Best Doctor for Rhinoplasty?

While you are searching for the best rhinoplasty surgeon, consider the points below-

1: Ask for Referrals

The first step should be to ask family, friends, and other healthcare providers you know for reference. Without any referrals, it might be slightly more difficult for you to create a list of rhinoplasty surgeons.

Once you have the list of surgeons who you wish to consult, move on to the next step.

2: Research Credentials & Experience

Take your time to research the surgeon’s credentials, including his/her license for practice, training, malpractice suits (if any), disciplinary actions (if any), etc. Make sure that the surgeon is certified by a regulatory board, such as the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

Besides the credentials, also consider the surgeon’s experience. Rhinoplasty is one of the most complex surgeries. Even a minor mistake can compromise your aesthetics to a great extent and cause irreversible damage to the nose structures. Therefore, experience is the most critical factor when choosing a rhinoplasty surgeon.

Make sure that you choose a surgeon who has performed multiple surgeries over the years with more than 95% success rates. The higher the surgeon’s experience is, the better the results will be. This is because, with years of practice, the surgeon gains ample knowledge and expertise to identify potential risks and mitigate them to improve success rates. Having a highly experienced surgeon will be able to provide the best outcome.

3: Examine the Hospital/Clinic of the Surgeon

Whether the surgeon is running his/her own practice or working in affiliation with a hospital or clinic, the reputation and quality of care is another important factor to consider. Even a good surgeon needs advanced technologies and a well-trained and professional medical staff to provide optimal care.

So, during your search, ensure that the surgeon you wish to choose has a qualified team, and he/she operates from a treatment center that adheres to the highest standard of medical care and patient safety. If the hospital’s reputation is not good in terms of patient experience, it’ll be better to ask the surgeon to carry out the procedure at another facility or choose another surgeon altogether.

4: Patient Reviews & Testimonials

As you narrow down the list of rhinoplasty surgeons to interview and consult, don’t forget to look at the reviews and testimonials given by previous patients. These reviews can be found on the doctor’s profile, the hospital’s website, and other platforms too.

These reviews will give you a detailed insight into the quality of care patients receive under the doctor and at the hospital. If you feel satisfied with the reviews, you can proceed with scheduling the consultation with the surgeon. If not, please reconsider until you feel confident about the surgeon.

5: Ask Questions to the Rhinoplasty Surgeon

You won’t know whether you’ve made the right decision about the surgeon until you consult him/her. Visit the doctor for consultation and ask as many questions as possible about the surgeon and the procedure.

Some common questions you can ask are-

• Have you handled cases like mine before?
• Which technique of rhinoplasty would be best for me- open or closed?
• How many nose surgeries have you performed in the last week or month?
• How frequently do you encounter complications with rhinoplasty surgery? How do you mitigate the risks?
• How can I make sure I get the best results from the surgery?
• How long will the recovery be?
• Can you show some before-and-after images of the patients you’ve treated in the past?

Listen to the surgeon patiently and see how the surgeon communicates with you. A good surgeon always keeps his/her composure and answers the patients as honestly as possible. See whether the surgeon pays attention to the conversation and answers the questions in a way that is understandable to you. The surgeon’s responses will determine how reliable, passionate, and caring he/she is toward his/her patients.

The surgeon should spend enough time understanding your need to undergo rhinoplasty surgery and then plan the treatment.

The choice to undergo rhinoplasty is the one that will stay with you for the rest of your life. So, make sure that you don’t hurry and make the decision hastily. Find a rhinoplasty surgeon who is qualified, skilled, experienced, and has a good reputation for getting the best possible results.

The Bottom Line

India has become one of the best countries for people to undergo plastic and cosmetic surgeries in the past decades. We have some of the world’s finest doctors and surgeons who have acquired education and training from the top medical institutions across the globe.

Still, choosing one surgeon from the numerous options available can be a daunting task. So, you can use the tips mentioned above to make the decision. If you still find it difficult to choose a rhinoplasty surgeon, you can get in touch with Pristyn Care. We have an in-house team of highly experienced plastic and cosmetic surgeons with ample training in performing open and closed rhinoplasty with a high success rate. Schedule your free consultation with any of our experts and get best-in-class treatment without any compromise.