Two months ago, I had the incredible good fortune to undergo facial plastic surgery with Sam Rizk, M.D., F.A.C.S. My surgery was complex and challenging and involved a revision extended deep plane face and neck lift, a revision rhinoplasty, brow lift, lip lift, and facial laser resurfacing. The results are LIFE CHANGING – and due entirely to Dr. Rizk’s unparalleled brilliance, his surgical skill, and his extraordinary artistry and vision. He is simply THE BEST. My decision to undergo facial plastic surgery was neither quick, nor uninformed. As someone whose profession still places a premium on a woman’s appearance, altering my face in an unnatural or exaggerated manner would be devastating professionally. Prior to choosing a surgeon, I extensively researched the type of facial surgery I wanted to receive (i.e., deep plane vs. SMAS, various rhinoplasty and lip lift procedures, etc.), the risks and likely outcomes of each, and the best surgeons for each procedure. Over the course of 7 months, I met with top surgeons on the East and West Coasts, all of whom are highly regarded by their peers and patients alike. I intentionally saved Dr. Rizk’s consultation for last, knowing that he was my first choice, but wanting to make the most informed decision that I could. In the end, it was not even a choice – Dr. Rizk was the ONLY decision and I knew within the first 10 minutes of the consultation that he was the only surgeon who could achieve the outcome I wanted. Dr. Rizk analyzed the effect of aging on my entire face, while considering and discussing the impact that a change in one area would have in other areas as well. His meticulous attention to detail combined with his extraordinary artistic vision allowed him to create a customized surgical approach that would achieve the best possible outcome my specific features and anatomy. The surgery while complicated and complex – was seamless. Dr. Rizk is not only double board certified in both facial plastic and reconstruction surgery as well as otolaryngology (head and neck), but his experience and expertise in operating on the most complicated and challenging cases is unparalleled. He is also deeply gifted and proficient in utilizing the most advanced surgical techniques and approaches, which ensures that patient safety and care are at the forefront of every surgical decision. I cannot emphasize enough the confidence I had going into surgery knowing that I was truly in the hands of the most capable, skilled, and talented facial plastic surgeon. Meanwhile, Dr. Rizk’s team, including Dila, Tatyana, and Jolanta, are phenomenal and went above and beyond to make the entire process – from consult, to surgery, to recovery – a breeze. Their kindness, compassion, and experience are invaluable and they were a huge part of my successful outcome. I chose to recover in a hotel room with the help of private nurses including Tatyana, whose care and support made all of the difference. I had only minimal swelling and bruising in the first week, with virtually no pain. I absolutely could not be more thrilled and grateful for the outcome. Dr. Rizk is a true genius and my results are nothing short of amazing. I still look very much like myself – only completely refreshed and much, much more youthful. Dr. Rizk’s extended deep plane face and neck lift combined with the brow lift literally erased years off of my, while the rhinoplasty has given me a natural and elegant nose that is proportional to my face. Perhaps most surprising, though, is the impact of Dr. Rizk’s lip lift had on the overall balance and youthful appearance of my face – it was a game changer. I truly cannot believe that Dr. Rizk was able to achieve such a phenomenal outcome and am grateful beyond measure for the refreshed and youthful appearance he has given me. If you are considering a facial surgery, there is no one else but Dr. Rizk. My only regret is that I wish I had done this sooner! I absolutely could not be more thrilled and grateful for the outcome. Dr. Rizk is a true genius and my results are nothing short of amazing. I still look very much like myself – only completely refreshed and much, much more youthful.