Russell Kridel, MD
Surgeon. Educator. Author. Consultant.
Dr. Russell Kridel, a triple board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, is internationally recognized for his advanced Rhinoplasty, Revision Rhinoplasty and Facial Plastic Surgery and Nasal Reconstruction techniques. He is also renown for successful Septal Perforation Repair. With his award-winning innovative techniques in surgical procedures and non-surgical treatments, commitment to patient care and great results, along with significant published scientific works, Dr. Kridel is recognized as a leading plastic and reconstructive and otolaryngology expert.
After more than 4 decades in private practice, Dr. Kridel now devotes his time to medical education and surgery at University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, scholarly publications, and expert witness consultation.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Russell Kridel is recognized by peers, patients, and scholars around the globe for his expertise and depth of knowledge in:
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Facial Rejuvenation
Rhinoplasty, Septoplasty, Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery
Nasal Reconstruction
Septal Perforation Repair
General Otolaryngology
Medical Mentorship
Medical Practice Development
Medical Review
Medical Staff Affairs
Patient Advocacy
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
University of TX Medical Branch Galveston, Teaching & Medical Education
Invited Lectures
Scientific Research, Publications & Presentations
Expert Witness & Consultation Services
“What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail.”
Anonymous
Career Highlights
Founded Facial Plastic Surgery Associates treating over 40,000 private practice patients since 1981
Triple Board Certified surgeon: American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, American Board of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, American Board of Cosmetic Surgeons
Author of hundreds of scientific journal and textbook publications, including a heralded landmark study
Pioneer of four nasal surgery techniques now taught in medical schools across the country
Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship Director for more than 40 fellows
Current and past clinical teaching positions at top medical schools
Board Examiner for American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and former Examiner for American Board of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery
Previous Chairman, American Medical Association Board of Trustees, along with top leadership positions in numerous city, state, and national professional organizations
International lecturer at hundreds of medical and organized medicine conferences in the US and around the globe
Former Chief of Staff and Chief of Surgery at local hospitals
Philanthropist supporting medical missions, domestic violence, arts community and various foundations
Annually recognized by peers and patients as a “top doctor” and leading expert
Dr. Kridel has published hundreds of scientific journal articles and textbooks chapters, as well as presentations and lectures on surgical and non-surgical techniques and treatments, cost containment in medicine, and many other topics. He continues to develop scientific research and publications for the advancement of medicine and patient care.
His publication in AMA Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, “Long-Term Use and Follow-up of Irradiated Homologous Costal Cartilage Grafts in the Nose,” was recognized as a landmark study.
A complete publication list may be made available.
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