Referring Physicians: Rush Rhinoplasty Services

If you're a patient looking for care, please visit our Rhinoplasty Surgery page.

This page is intended for referring physicians seeking specialized rhinoplasty services and second opinions for patients.

Rush is a high-volume center for rhinoplasty procedures with one of the largest facial plastic and reconstructive surgery divisions in the country. Our surgeons have performed over 3,000 combined rhinoplasty surgeries and continue to perform over 500 of these procedures each year. Patients referred here have access to newer, safer options for care backed by years of experience meeting the full gamut of cosmetic and functional needs and goals.

Our double-board-certified surgeons offer a wide spectrum of techniques. These include complex revision and reconstructive rhinoplasty options that are often unavailable at private practices and even other major medical centers. This includes costal cartilage grafting, septal perforation repair, nasal skin restoration and even total nasal replacement/reconstruction with free tissue transfer.

As experts in all forms of rhinoplasty — cosmetic, functional and reconstructive — our surgeons draw from a full range of tools to optimize breathing while addressing patients’ aesthetic preferences. They can perform septoplasty at the same time as rhinoplasty for patients with nasal septum issues. They also offer second opinions, bringing patients new perspectives, alternative procedures to meet their goals and confidence in decisions about their care.

Who Are Ideal Candidates for Rhinoplasty at Rush?

Any patient in need of cosmetic, functional or reconstructive rhinoplasty surgery will find excellent care at Rush, especially patients who are not satisfied with previous results. Up to 20% of patients who get a rhinoplasty elsewhere will seek revision. Our surgeons regularly address these patients' goals and provide second opinions.

Our specialists also offer options to patients with comorbidities such as heart disease, lung issues and other conditions that would make them poor candidates for surgery outside of a quaternary medical center.

Why Refer Patients Here for Rhinoplasty?

Renowned rhinoplasty experts: Many of our surgeons have been named Top Docs by Chicago magazine and have been invited to speak on national rhinoplasty panels. All of our surgeons are double-board-certified in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as otolaryngology, head and neck surgery.
Top-ranked care: U.S. News & World Report includes Rush University Medical Center on its Best Hospitals Honor Roll and ranks our otorhinolaryngology, head and neck surgery program among the best in the nation.
Convenient care across the Chicago region: Our specialists perform rhinoplasty surgery at locations in Chicago, Hinsdale, Oak Brook and Oak Park, Illinois. They also offer consultations in Munster, Indiana.

What Is the Process for Referring a Patient?

To refer your patient to Rush for rhinoplasty services, you can call the Provider Express Line at (312) 947-4725. You can also learn more and find our online provider referral form on our Refer or Transfer a Patient page.

Our facial plastic surgeons are very sought after and in high demand. But referred patients are typically seen for a consultation within weeks. Referring physicians are kept in the loop via office notes throughout the process, and nurses follow up regularly. Physician liaisons ensure that the referral process goes smoothly. And our surgeons are often able to communicate via phone and text when requested.