Dr. Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
New York, New York
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1023282829· License: 273489 (NY) verify
Medical school: Harvard Medical School · Graduated 2008
Industry payments (2024): $38,639 across 26 payments (what this means)
4.77(109 ratings)
Consultation $500 · waived with procedure
Main Office
1040 Park Ave Suite 1BC, New York
(212) 879-8506
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Consultation $500 · waived with booked procedure
Each service is approximately 60 minutes.
About
Dr. Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS, is a Harvard-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon based in New York, NY. He's highly regarded for his innovative approach to plastic surgery and has earned a strong reputation, reflected in his numerous positive patient reviews. Dr. Reish specializes in a variety of procedures, including rhinoplasty and breast reduction. While pricing information isn't readily available, prospective patients can connect with his office for consultation details. Follow him on social media for insights into his work and patient transformations. Dr. Reish is particularly renowned for his expertise in complex and revision rhinoplasty, including challenging cases like total nasal destruction and saddle nose deformity. His philosophy centers on achieving natural, long-term stable results, and he is committed to educating patients on realistic outcomes, emphasizing the critical importance of long-term surgical results over immediate post-op appearances. He advocates for a cautious approach to trendy aesthetics like the 'Barbie nose' due to their potential for significant long-term complications.
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Specialties
- Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Procedures & Services
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Industry Payments
Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.
Total received (2024)
$38,639
Payments
26
Compared to peers
Above average
Dr. Richard G. Reish received $38,639 across 26 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as consulting fee, and the largest single payer was Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Inc..
What this means for your care
- A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
- Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
- Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
- A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”
Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗
Average Cost of Surgery
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Rhinoplasty
$21,500
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Patient Experience
Dr. Richard G. Reish Review Summary
4.5
Dr. Reish has a stellar overall rating of 4.5! While he boasts an impressive 4.9 rating from 1582 reviews on one platform, his Yelp rating is a bit lower at 3.4. However, his Google Reviews score is a solid 4.8. This suggests a generally positive patient experience, though potential patients may want to explore the reasons behind the Yelp rating variance.
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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Richard G. Reish
Sourced directly from Dr. Richard G. Reish's social posts and replies.
What are Dr. Reish's aesthetic preferences for rhinoplasty results?
Dr. Reish focuses on achieving natural, refined rhinoplasty results that avoid the 'surgical stigma' of appearing obviously operated on. He cautions against overly defined, pinched, or 'Barbie nose' aesthetics, which he believes often lead to long-term complications such as pointy tips, asymmetry, and blanching cartilaginous spots.
What are the long-term risks associated with overly aggressive rhinoplasty techniques or 'Barbie nose' aesthetics?
Overly aggressive rhinoplasty, often seen in 'Barbie nose' aesthetics, can lead to significant long-term issues. These include tips that become very pointy and overly pinched, twisting, asymmetric cartilage blanching, and an overall appearance that deteriorates significantly 1-2 years post-op. Once these issues are visible, they are very difficult to fix.
What should patients prioritize when selecting a rhinoplasty surgeon?
Dr. Reish emphasizes that patients should always prioritize surgeons who provide real, long-term follow-up pictures (1-2 years post-op and beyond) on their website. These pictures should feature standardized lighting and backgrounds, showing all angles. He considers it a major red flag if a surgeon only posts on-table results, splint removal videos, or easily manipulated patient selfies without genuine long-term documentation.
What are the expectations for complex revision rhinoplasty, particularly for severe cases like total nasal destruction or saddle nose deformity?
For patients with total nasal destruction or severe saddle nose deformity, Dr. Reish is upfront that he never promises complete fixation or a 'perfect' nose. However, significant improvements are possible with great technique. These complex cases often require multiple surgeries over several years to rebuild the entire nasal structure and restore normal function, a process Dr. Reish discusses transparently during the initial consultation.
How does Dr. Reish refine a bulbous or over-projected nasal tip?
Dr. Reish addresses bulbous or over-projected nasal tips, which can be caused by thick skin or bowing lower lateral cartilages, using a combination of techniques. These often include nasal tip deprojection, lateral crural steal to imbricate tissue medially, and sometimes debulking soft tissue. He uses robust grafting, such as columellar strut grafts and soft fascial tip grafts (sometimes hybrid grafts of crushed cartilage with fascia), to tension and define the tip, achieving a natural, proportional look that is not overly rotated, pinched, or scooped out.
How long does it typically take to see the final results of rhinoplasty, and what factors influence long-term stability?
While a nose may look great immediately after splint removal, the true long-term results of rhinoplasty, including potential issues like pointiness, asymmetry, over-projection, or blanching cartilage pressure spots, often become apparent 1-2 years after surgery once all swelling has resolved. Dr. Reish emphasizes that long-term results matter most, and the stability of the outcome is heavily influenced by the surgical technique, with approaches that avoid overly aggressive tip definition tending to yield better, more stable results over many years.
What are blanching pressure points in the nasal tip after rhinoplasty, and how are they addressed?
Blanching pressure points, along with white knuckling cartilages and asymmetric spots in the nasal tip, are common long-term tell-tale signs of a surgical rhinoplasty that typically appear 1-2 years post-op, not immediately or at three months. Once visible, these issues are very difficult to fix. Dr. Reish's revision technique usually involves nasal tip deprojection to shorten the tip length and covering it with a hybrid tip graft (crushed cartilage covered with a fascial graft, sometimes mastoid fascia) to achieve a smoother, better long-term result.
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Location & Contact Information
Main Office
1040 Park Ave Suite 1BC
New York, New York 10028
Office Information
Phone: (212) 879-8506
Where does Dr. Richard G. Reish practice?
Doctor's Office
Main Office (Primary)
1040 Park Ave Suite 1BC, New York, New York 10028
(1582 reviews)
Hospital Affiliations
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Education & Experience
Education
Harvard-trained
Certifications & Licenses
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Facs
American Board Of Plastic Surgery
American Society Of Plastic Surgeons
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make an appointment with Dr. Richard G. Reish online?
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Does Dr. Richard G. Reish offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Richard G. Reish?
Patients consistently praise Dr. Reish for his amazing results, attentive and knowledgeable approach, and excellent care. Many express high satisfaction with their surgical outcomes, even shortly after their procedures. Overall, patient reviews highlight a positive experience with both Dr. Reish and his staff.
What areas of care does Dr. Richard G. Reish cater to?
Dr. Reish is a board-certified plastic surgeon, specializing in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. The provided information mentions rhinoplasty, breast reduction, blepharoplasty, and chin implants as examples of his work. He also appears to have experience with face procedures in general. For a comprehensive list of services, it's best to contact his office directly. Dr. Reish's approach to rhinoplasty prioritizes long-term stability and natural aesthetics, actively cautioning against overly aggressive techniques that can lead to long-term complications such as pinched tips, asymmetry, and blanching cartilaginous spots. He specializes in advanced techniques like nasal tip deprojection, lateral crural steal, and the use of hybrid tip grafts (crushed cartilage with fascial grafts) for complex cases, including bulbous tip refinement, revision rhinoplasty, and saddle nose deformity correction. For severe revision cases, he is transparent about the potential need for multiple surgeries over several years to achieve significant improvements.