Dr. Zachary Farhood
Dr. Zachary Farhood is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes exclusively in aesthetic surgery of the face and neck. His primary areas of expertise include deep plane facelift, deep neck lift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), brow lift, lip lift, and rhinoplasty.
Dr. Farhood approaches facial plastic surgery with the goal of creating natural-looking results that complement each patient’s existing facial features. Treatment plans are individualized according to facial anatomy, aesthetic concerns, and personal goals. His approach emphasizes facial balance, proportion, and rejuvenation while preserving the characteristics that make each patient’s appearance unique.
Education and Medical Training
Dr. Farhood earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin, where he graduated with high honors. He then attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston for medical school, completing his medical education within the Texas Medical Center.
During his final year of medical school, Dr. Farhood was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, a national medical honor society that recognizes academic achievement, professionalism, leadership, and excellence in medicine.
After medical school, Dr. Farhood completed a clinical research fellowship with the Department of Otolaryngology at the Medical University of South Carolina. His research work included participation in clinical trials, scientific writing, and presentations at national medical conferences.
Dr. Farhood has contributed to more than 50 peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and book chapters throughout his academic and medical career. This research background complements his clinical experience in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
Dr. Farhood completed a five-year residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Saint Louis University. This comprehensive surgical training focused on the anatomy, function, reconstruction, and treatment of conditions affecting the face, head, and neck.
During his residency, Dr. Farhood received recognition for medical education, academic achievement, and compassionate patient care. His residency training provided an extensive foundation in head and neck surgery and helped prepare him for advanced specialization in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Today, Dr. Zachary Farhood focuses his practice on facial aesthetic surgery, combining his surgical training, understanding of facial anatomy, and research experience to provide individualized care for patients seeking facial rejuvenation and aesthetic enhancement.
