Overview
By combining the expertise of the top skull base neurosurgeons and neurotologists with our reconstructive team, we provide novel approaches to complex cranial and skull base problems. Surgeries which require removal of tumors that will affect either head or facial appearance or the function of facial nerves are addressed in a multidisciplinary fashion. When possible, we remove tumors and repair resultant defects during the same surgery. Our surgeons have developed several unique techniques which have drastically decreased postoperative discomfort, length of hospital stay and overall recovery time in order to return patients as rapidly as possible to normal appearance and function.
We approach cranial and skull base tumors with input from experts in neurology, radiation therapy and medical oncology. This broad input allows us to fully assess all possible treatment options prior to considering surgery and to plan for physical, speech and other adjunct therapies which may be needed.
Some skull base tumors can affect facial nerve function either prior to or after treatment, resulting in facial weakness or even complete paralysis. Our treatment strategies are designed to restore or preserve this function to the fullest extent possible. However, if facial nerve function is compromised, our team combines re-innervation (reconnection of nerve signals) and muscle transfer techniques to return individuals to as near normal facial appearance and function as possible.
Our Doctors
Reconstructive Surgeons
Neurosurgeons
Conditions & Treatments
- Complex skull base and facial reconstruction
- Coordinated skull base/orbital resections via endoscopic and open approaches and novel reconstruction techniques
- Facial nerve and facial pain disorders
- Management of facial paralysis
- Meningiomas and acoustic neuromas
- Multidisciplinary management for facial nerve disorders and advanced facial reanimation techniques
- Skull base tumors
Appointments
Make an Appointment
Cleveland Clinic Center for Facial Reconstruction and Facial Nerve Disorders offers consultations at Cleveland Clinic main campus.
Phone: 216.445.9259
Email: FacialReconCenter@ccf.org
After you call to arrange an initial appointment with our team, one of our providers will reach out to you to perform a pre-visit intake. Please make arrangements to have copies of prior imaging, imaging reports, operative notes, laboratory studies, pathology reports, and consult notes available that you would like us to review prior to your appointment.
Virtual Visits
You can now stay connected to your healthcare team through virtual visits, using your smartphone, tablet or computer.
Why go virtual? It's an easy, convenient and secure way to see your provider face-to-face without having to leave home. This saves you travel time, parking fees and time spent in the waiting room — and you can also have a loved one or caregiver join you. If appropriate, you can also get a prescription sent to the pharmacy of your choice.
Many insurance companies cover the cost of virtual visits, so check with your insurance company ahead of time. Interested in getting started? Call your provider to find out what virtual visit options are available.
MyChart
A secure online tool connecting patients to their own health information from the privacy of their home.
The MyChart • Caregiver service, an optional feature in MyChart, allows you to view family members' records. When clicking on a particular name, you will access that family member's MyChart account.
Whether you have caregiver access over one family member or several, you can view this list in MyChart under "My Family’s Record."
