Castle Connolly has once again recognized Dr. Babak Azizzadeh as a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor in the category of Facial Plastic Surgery / Otolaryngology—a distinction awarded to fewer than 1% of physicians nationwide and based entirely on peer nomination and rigorous vetting.
Dr. Azizzadeh has earned this honor for 15 consecutive years, underscoring a sustained level of excellence, leadership, and trust within the medical community. He is double board-certified in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology and is internationally recognized for his expertise in deep plane facelifts, revision facelifts, deep neck lifts, blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, and facial reanimation surgery.
At his Beverly Hills practice, the CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Azizzadeh combines advanced surgical technique with an unparalleled understanding of facial anatomy to deliver natural, long-lasting results that preserve each patient’s individuality. He also serves as Clinical Chief of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Cedars-Sinai, one of the nation’s top hospitals.
Beyond aesthetic surgery, Dr. Azizzadeh is globally regarded for pioneering work in facial paralysis and facial nerve reanimation, helping patients restore movement, expression, and confidence following conditions such as Bell’s palsy, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, acoustic neuroma, and facial trauma. Surgeons from around the world study his techniques in selective neurolysis and facial reanimation.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Azizzadeh is President-Elect of the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), co-director of a prestigious fellowship program, lead editor of two definitive surgical textbooks, and a frequent expert source for major media outlets including The New York Times, Vogue, Town & Country, ELLE, ABC Nightline, and Allure.
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