Dane Genther, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 216.445.3729
- Fax:
- 216.445.9409
Additional Locations
Head and Neck Institute
Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center
8701 Darrow Road
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 330.888.4000
- Fax:
- 216.445.9409
Head and Neck Institute
Independence Family Health Center
5001 Rockside Road
Independence, OH 44131
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 216.986.4160
- Fax:
- 216.445.9409
Head and Neck Institute
Avon - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center
33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd.
Avon, OH 44011
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 216.986.4160
- Fax:
- 216.445.9409
Treatment & Services
- Adult Facial Plastic Surgery
- Botulinum Toxin Administration for Hemifacial Spasm
- Botulinum Toxin Injections
- Cosmetic Surgery of the Face
- Eyelid And Oculoplastic Surgery
- Facial Reanimation
- Facial Reconstruction
- Gracilis Free Tissue Transfer
- Head and neck reconstructive surgery
- Microsurgery
- Microvascular Reconstruction
- Mohs Surgery
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Nasal Deformity
- Nasal Reconstruction
- Nasal Valve Surgery
- Nerve Transfers For Injury/tumor
- Pediatric Facial Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Head And Neck Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery of the Face
- Restylane
- Rhinoplasty
- Rhinoplasty Revision
- Septoplasty
- Skin Cancer Reconstruction
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Bell's Palsy
- Congenital Deviated Nasal Septum
- Deviated Septum and Nasal Obstruction
- Facial Nerve Disorders
- Facial Nerve Paralysis
- Facial Trauma
- Hemifacial Spasm
- Maxillofacial Deformities
- Mobius Syndrome
- Nasal Fractures
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nasal Valve Collapse
- Nose Deformity
- Osteoradionecrosis
- Septal Deviation
- Septal Perforation
- Skin Cancer
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View All PlansAbout Dane Genther, MD
Dane J. Genther, MD, FACS is a dual board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and Otolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon. Dr. Genther specializes exclusively in plastic surgery of the face, head, and neck and performs the full breadth of reconstructive, cosmetic, and functional procedures. Through many years of experience and extensive training, he has gained expertise in the treatment of facial movement disorders (including facial paralysis and synkinesis), skin cancer reconstruction, and revision nasal surgery (rhinoplasty). Additionally, Dr. Genther has advanced training in head and neck microvascular reconstruction. This advanced training in microsurgery allows him to meticulously reconstruct complex defects of the face, head, and neck using free tissue transfer.
Focusing exclusively on facial plastic surgery has allowed Dr. Genther to refine his skills and techniques in order to offer his patients state-of-the-art treatments and optimal surgical outcomes. Board certified in both Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, he is among an elite group of only 1,000 surgeons worldwide.
Dr. Genther graduated with honors from the University of Michigan Medical School. He then completed a seven-year residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University. Following this, he was selected for advanced fellowship training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University and Oregon Health and Science University. Throughout his surgical education, he spent years learning from and training with several world-renowned experts in the areas that he now treats.
Dr. Genther is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles on topics such as head and neck cancer reconstruction, treatment of facial paralysis, and rhinoplasty. He has also published multiple book chapters on various topics in facial plastic surgery such as facial reanimation and rhinoplasty.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2018
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Oregon Health and Science University
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Portland,
OR USA
2018
Residency - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Otolaryngology
Baltimore,
MD USA
2017
Fellowship - Johns Hopkins University
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Baltimore,
MD USA
2017
Medical Education - University of Michigan
Ann Arbor,
MI USA
2010
Undergraduate - Central Michigan University
Chemistry
2006
Certifications
- Otolaryngology
- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Specialty Interests
Facial Reanimation, Treatment of Facial Paralysis, Facial Reconstruction, Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction, Head and Neck Cancer Reconstruction, Skin Cancer Reconstruction, Rhinoplasty, Nasal Airway Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, Blepharoplasty, Brow Lift
Research & Publications
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100 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Listens | 4.1 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
19 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023
Dr. Genther seemed extremely kind and knowledgeable with regard to my condition. He took the time to explain the procedure he would use to repair my perforated nasal septum. I highly recommend this physician.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Genther answered all my questions and is always super nice and friendly.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023
This was my second visit for Botox to treat Synkinesis. This was the first time I saw Dr. Genther. He understood how I felt about the difference in appearance of the unaffected side of my face compared to the affected side.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023
One of the best physicians I have ever seen at the Clinic. He is incredible with empathy that makes me feel like the only patient on his list. He showed incredible concern for my self esteem as well as airway function. I was especially impressed with the aesthetic outcome and the quick recovery!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023
Highly recommend Dr. Genther
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023
Everybody is very helpful.. Doctor Dane Ganther is excellent doctor
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023
If I had the option of rating the doctor withb excellent, I would have done that
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023
Dr. Genther was great.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2023
Dr. Genther is an excellent phsycian/surgeon. He truly listens to concerns, questions and is outstanding in the knowledge of his expertise. He should be promoted.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023
Dr. Genther was great.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022
Dr Genther takes his time and answers questions. You can tell he cares!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2022
Highly recommend Dr. Genther! Excellent clinician with wonderful bedside manner!
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2022
The dr and his assistant were wonderful.
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2022
The dr was very caring and listened to my health concerns. I feel confident in his ability to help my situation.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
I don't speak very well, but the doctor listens very closely to what I am saying.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2022
Dr. Genther is not only a brilliant and talented doctor, he is kind, empathetic, trustworthy, and patient.
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2022
*Dr. Genther was fabulous!
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2022
Dr Genther is wonderful!
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2022
Access through the portalDoctor extremely helpful