Dr Rod J. Rohrich, MD
- World-renowned facial & rhinoplasty specialist
- Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon; Clinical Professor at Baylor College of Medicine
- Author/editor of leading textbooks & hundreds of peer-reviewed articles
- Founder/leader of the Dallas Rhinoplasty Meeting & AiRS Foundation for breast reconstruction
About Dr. Rohrich
Dr. Rod Rohrich is a globally renowned plastic surgeon known for his expertise in facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, and reconstructive breast surgery. His reputation as an innovator, educator, and surgeon trusted by peers worldwide sets him apart in both clinical and academic spheres.
Training & Credentials
Dr. Rohrich completed his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine, followed by residencies in General Surgery and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Michigan. He further trained in hand/microvascular surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard, and pediatric plastic surgery at Oxford University. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and holds numerous leadership roles in major plastic surgery societies.
Expertise & Contributions
Dr. Rohrich has authored hundreds of journal articles and chapters, and serves as Editor Emeritus of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and PRS Global Open. He chairs the Dallas Rhinoplasty Meeting, a major event that has trained thousands of rhinoplasty surgeons globally. He also co-founded the Alliance in Reconstructive Surgery (AiRS) foundation, promoting access to reconstructive care for breast cancer survivors.
Philosophy & Legacy
Throughout his career, Dr. Rohrich has emphasised surgical safety, advancing techniques, and educating future generations. His leadership roles, landmark publications, and philanthropic efforts all reflect a commitment not only to patient results but to evolving and uplifting the entire specialty.
He served as President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (the largest group of board-certified plastic surgeons in the world); President of the Association of Academic Chairs of Plastic Surgery; President and founding member of The Rhinoplasty Society; President of the Dallas Society of Plastic Surgeons and President of the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons. He also chaired the Residency Review Committee for Plastic Surgery – the key group that monitors the quality of accredited plastic surgery training programs in the USA. He also served as a Director and Chair of the Oral Exam of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the group that awards board certification to plastic surgeons. He has received numerous honors and awards in plastic and cosmetic surgery, both nationally and internationally.
