Overview
"AJ Flaherty, MD, is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with special interest in gender-affirming facial surgery. Dr. Flaherty enjoys restoring facial form and function through the marriage of surgical skill with artistry. With a commitment to making every patient feel heard, comfortable and well-cared for, they take time to listen to concerns, answer questions and thoroughly explain treatment options. Dr. Flaherty is detail-oriented and devoted to providing the highest standard of patient care. Through compassion, empathy and realistic communication, Dr. Flaherty will collaborate with you to develop a treatment plan in which you feel confident.As a queer, non-binary, transgender person, Dr. Flaherty takes great pleasure and pride in being able to offer gender-affirming facial surgery for other gender diverse people.Dr. Flaherty is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. They also serve as ""Team ENT"" with the Seattle Seawolves.Conditions and ProceduresGender-affirming facial surgeryFacial feminization surgeryFacial masculinization surgeryRhinoplastyHead and neck melanoma resection/reconstructionHead and neck skin cancer reconstructionReconstructive facial surgery".
Her top areas of expertise are Retropharyngeal Abscess, Rhinophyma, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Nasal Septal Hematoma.
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Locations
1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
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Seattle Childrens Hospital
Dr. Susarla is the Division Chief of Plastic Surgery, the Marlys C. Larson Endowed Chair in Pediatric Craniofacial Surgery, and the Surgical Director of the Craniofacial Center at Seattle Children's Hospital. He is a Professor of Surgery (Plastic) and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington.Dr. Susarla is an internationally-recognized expert in pediatric and adult craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery. His clinical practice includes management of congenital craniofacial differences such as cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, and craniofacial syndromes as well as secondary craniomaxillofacial reconstruction.Dr. Susarla completed his medical degree (MD) at Harvard Medical School and his dental degree (DMD) at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He completed residency training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Plastic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. His fellowship training in craniomaxillofacial surgery was at Seattle Children's Hospital. He is one of the few craniomaxillofacial surgeons in the United States board certified in Plastic Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Dr. Susarla has a robust research portfolio, with over 300 publications. He is on the editorial boards for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has given over 100 invited talks nationally and internationally on craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery. Dr. Susarla is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aj Flaherty
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aj Flaherty?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Aj Flaherty by calling their office at 206-624-1144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Aj Flaherty a top-rated expert for Retropharyngeal Abscess?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aj Flaherty is classified as an Experienced expert for Retropharyngeal Abscess, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Aj Flaherty specialize in?
While Dr. Aj Flaherty is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Retropharyngeal Abscess, Rhinophyma, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Aj Flaherty accept my insurance?
Dr. Aj Flaherty accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-624-1144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Low Nasal BridgeDr. Flaherty isExperienced. Learn about Low Nasal Bridge.
- Nasal Septal HematomaDr. Flaherty isExperienced. Learn about Nasal Septal Hematoma.
- Retropharyngeal AbscessDr. Flaherty isExperienced. Learn about Retropharyngeal Abscess.
- RhinophymaDr. Flaherty isExperienced. Learn about Rhinophyma.