Clinical Professor
University of Texas Medical Branch
Houston, TX, United States
Dr. Russell Kridel is a triple board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Houston, renowned for pioneering rhinoplasty techniques such as the tongue-in-groove, lateral crural overlay, and lateral crural steal. His innovative approaches, including a landmark study on rib cartilage grafting, have significantly advanced nasal reconstruction. Dr. Kridel is also a leading expert in septal perforation repair, achieving over a 98% success rate in complex cases. Recognized by peers as one of the top facial plastic surgeons in the U.S., he has also been honored with the F. Mark Rafaty and William K. Wright Awards from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS).. Dr. Kridel's work continues to shape the field of facial plastic surgery through his innovative techniques and commitment to excellence.
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Analysis of Opioid Prescribing Guidelines on Septorhinoplasty Opioid Prescribing Patterns
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