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Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Dane Genther
Title
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Biography
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.
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- 8701 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, OH 44087
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- 2049 East 100th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Oregon Health and Science University , 2018
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University, 2017
- Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2017
- Medical Education: University of Michigan, 2010
- Undergraduate: Central Michigan University , 2006
Board Certifications
- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2020
- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, 2020
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery: American Board of Otolaryngology, 2018
Innovations & Patents
Research & Publications
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As of 2026-03-20, Dr. Genther has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
97 ratings, 10 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
I would recommend the Cleveland Clinic overall, just not this particular provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2026
Dr. Genther it''s a very skilled physician and I am very thankful for my positive outcome after surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
IF needed, I would definitely request Dr Guenther!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
He has grown as a professional and has a warm, attentive bed side manner. Took the time to listen even through the anxiety I had about another injection. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Very nice doctor and staff ! Personable and professional. Thank You for your service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Very nice ! Thankful for him and therapy .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I need a surgery call back for scheduling my surgery with Dr Genther
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Genther was wonderful. He took time and made sure all my questions were answered!
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
I felt that the doctor was very knowledgeable but he seemed to want to rush through the appointment and I felt a bit emotionally invalidated/patronized -- however I felt at ease again with his level of knowledge
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Really liked Dr Genther