When comparing Los Angeles nose doctors, look at verified qualifications, relevant patient cases and the proposed treatment plan. A “best surgeon” label or a high price does not guarantee your result. Choose a consultation that helps you understand the options, risks and follow-up care for your case.
Dr. Jacob Sedgh practices in West Hollywood, serving Los Angeles and Hollywood. This guide explains questions to ask before rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty. It is a comparison checklist, rather than a ranking of local physicians.
How should I compare rhinoplasty surgeons?
Start with the work you are considering. A first nose operation, a revision and treatment for breathing concerns may require different assessments. Ask the surgeon how their experience relates to your concerns.
| What to compare | What to ask |
|---|---|
| Qualifications | Which boards certify the surgeon, and how can I verify them? |
| Relevant experience | Can we review cases involving concerns like mine? |
| Treatment plan | Which changes are proposed, and what are the limits? |
| Breathing concerns | What examination is needed to assess nasal function? |
| Surgical setting | Where will surgery take place, and who provides anesthesia? |
| Recovery support | Who handles questions, follow-up visits and urgent concerns? |
| Cost | What does the written estimate include? |
Keep notes from each consultation. Compare the answers and the written plan, rather than relying on a marketing phrase or a single photograph.
Verify the exact certifications and training
“Board-certified” should name the certifying board. Check the board’s own directory and ask about training relevant to nose surgery. Certification is one part of your assessment; it does not promise a result.
Dr. Sedgh’s physician profile describes his certifications in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and otolaryngology–head and neck surgery. His training includes residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, followed by a facial plastic surgery fellowship at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
Review the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery directory and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery verification tool. Ask the office for help if you cannot find a current record.
Look at cases that relate to your goals
A gallery is most useful when it helps you ask specific questions. Compare the concern being treated, the views shown and the timing after surgery. A result from a different person cannot predict your own outcome.
- For a first operation, review the rhinoplasty patient gallery.
- After earlier surgery, review revision rhinoplasty cases.
- For individual features and preferences, explore ethnic rhinoplasty planning and the linked patient galleries.
Ask which concerns are similar to yours and which are different. Photographs show appearance; they do not establish breathing improvement or replace an examination.
Discuss appearance and breathing separately
Explain what you want to change and what you want to preserve. Describe obstruction, previous injury and any earlier surgery. The surgeon should assess the cause before proposing treatment.
Read about functional rhinoplasty evaluation if breathing is a concern. Ask how the planned work addresses function and appearance, and whether separate fees or insurance authorization may apply.
What should a revision consultation cover?
Bring previous operative records if you have them. Tell the surgeon when the earlier operation took place, how healing has progressed and what concerns remain.
- What can be assessed at this stage?
- How does earlier surgery affect the available tissue and support?
- Is grafting proposed, and why?
- Which changes are realistic?
- What risks and recovery needs differ from the first operation?
The revision treatment page provides a starting point. Your plan requires an individual examination.
Use imaging to discuss goals
Imaging can help you explain preferences and compare ideas during a consultation. It cannot promise the exact shape you will have after healing.
Ask which changes are feasible and which parts of a simulated image may not be achievable. Read our guide to imaging and in-person consultations before relying on a digital preview.
Compare the quote and follow-up arrangements
Request an itemized estimate for your proposed operation. Check the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, facility and postoperative care. Ask what is billed separately and what happens if you need additional treatment.
Our Los Angeles rhinoplasty cost guide explains questions to ask about the estimate. A local average cannot tell you what your treatment will cost.
Discuss time away from work, activity restrictions and the follow-up schedule. Confirm who you should contact with questions after surgery. Follow the instructions given for your own operation.
Questions to take to your consultation
- What is realistic for my anatomy and goals?
- Why do you recommend this approach?
- What are the main risks and alternatives?
- Can we review relevant cases and their follow-up timing?
- What will the total estimate include?
- How will recovery and follow-up be managed?
Consult with Dr. Sedgh in West Hollywood
Dr. Sedgh’s practice is at 9201 Sunset Blvd, Suite 414, West Hollywood, CA 90069, serving Los Angeles and Hollywood. Bring your questions, medical history and earlier surgical records when available.
Request an individual consultation or call 310-888-2884.
Watch the practice video
The following practice video provides another way to prepare questions about the consultation and patient results.
Posted on behalf of Sedgh Plastic Surgery