"The distinction between nasal function and aesthetics is an artificial one. Noses that look good breathe well, and noses that breathe well look good. This is the key philosophical mindset to successful Rhinoplasty, and is how we approach every operation we perform."
Rhinoplasty & Revision Rhinoplasty Specialist
About Dr. Ziad Katrib
Dr. Ziad Katrib is a highly trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a focused specialization in rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty. His practice philosophy is centered on the belief that nasal aesthetics and nasal function are inseparable, and that successful rhinoplasty must address both
Dr. Katrib was born in Buffalo, New York and raised in Charleston, West Virginia. He completed both his undergraduate education and medical school training at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
He completed medical school in the top quartile of his class and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society, recognizing academic excellence and leadership in medicine
Surgical Training & Expertise
Following medical school, Dr. Katrib completed:
- One year of General Surgery internship
Four years of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery residency at the University of Louisville
During residency, he gained extensive experience in:
- Facial trauma surgery
- Head and neck cancer surgery
- Complex reconstructive procedures of the face and neck
After completing residency, Dr. Katrib was accepted into a highly competitive Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship in Latham, New York, under the mentorship of Dr. Edwin Williams, former President (2015–2016) of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
This fellowship provided advanced, hands-on training in:
- Cosmetic facial surgery
- Functional nasal surgery
- Complex facial reconstruction
Rhinoplasty & Revision Rhinoplasty Focus
Dr. Katrib is one of a very small number of surgeons in the United States whose practice is primarily dedicated to rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty.
- Performs 200–300 rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty procedures per year
- Extensive experience with:
- Primary rhinoplasty
- Revision rhinoplasty
- Functional nasal reconstruction
Deep understanding of nasal structure, airflow, and long-term outcomes
His focused practice allows him to deliver results that are:
- Natural in appearance
- Structurally sound
- Functionally optimized for breathing
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
Dr. Katrib is double board-certified, reflecting the highest level of professional training and accountability
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS)
- American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (AAOHNS)
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- The Rhinoplasty Society (TRS USA)
- The Rhinoplasty Society of Europe (RSE)
- The Society of Rhinoplasty Surgeons of South Africa (SORSSA)
HOSPITAL PRIVILEGES
- University of Louisville Hospitals
- Norton Hospital
- Veterans Affairs Hospital
- Premier Surgery Center