DR. DIRK F. RICHTER

“My aspiration is to help people achieve greater self-confidence and, consequently,
a better quality of life. Not just through short-term effects,
but lasting impact.”

Dr. Richter practiced for more than twenty years as Chief Physician of the Clinic for Plastic Surgery at Dreifaltigkeits Hospital Wesseling, one of Germany’s most renowned departments for Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery. His specialties include facial surgery and body contouring. Dr. Richter is an internationally recognized expert, particularly for resolving complex cases.

You should choose Dr. Dirk F. Richter because he has over 25 years of experience and international recognition in aesthetic surgery, and he applies both innovative and proven techniques. His specialization in eyelid and facial surgery, particularly the correction of unsuccessful surgeries, guarantees excellent results.

Dr. Richter’s international activity as President of ISAPS (the largest professional association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons worldwide) from 2018-2020 and as the currently elected President of the German Society for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery is testament to his high professional reputation and international recognition.

Furthermore, he combines empathy and decades of professional experience to achieve the best treatment results, and remains constantly up-to-date with medical developments through continuous research and participation in international congresses.

Dr. Dirk F. Richter: Experience – Innovation – Empathy

Dr. Dirk F. Richter is an internationally renowned plastic surgeon with over 25 years of professional experience in aesthetic surgery. His career is characterized by innovative techniques, scientific research, and a tireless passion for his profession. Here are some key aspects of his impressive career:

Dr. Dirk Richter is an internationally renowned plastic surgeon with an impressive professional career and numerous academic achievements.

Education and Career:

Dr. Dirk Richter completed his state examination in 1990 and looks back on 34 years of professional experience, 30 of which were in plastic surgery, including in Rio de Janeiro with Prof. Pitanguy. He succeeded Prof. Olivari and was Chief Physician of a large teaching hospital for 21 years, during which time he trained 50 doctors to become specialists. His passion for education and continuing education is reflected in his regular conduct of surgical courses and demonstrations, where he is credited with high precision, dexterity, and attention to detail.

Academic Contributions and Publications:

Dr. Richter is the author of approximately 150 scientific publications and numerous international textbooks. He is also the editor of the four-volume textbook “Aesthetic Surgery”, which is considered a standard work in the German-speaking world. As the responsible editor for eyelid surgery of one of the largest international aesthetic-plastic journals at Springer Nature, he significantly contributes to the further development of his field.

Awards:

For 11 consecutive years, Dr. Richter has been awarded the Gold Seal TOP Physician by Focus-Gesundheit in the fields of eyelid surgery, facelift, tummy tuck, and body lifts. For three years, he has also been listed by Stern in their physician directory. He is an honorary member of numerous professional societies and has won many lecture awards and distinctions.

Association Work and Expert Witness Activities:

From 2007 to 2020, Dr. Richter was a board member of the largest professional association for aesthetic surgery, ISAPS, and served as its President from 2018 to 2020. Since 2023, he has been Vice President of the German Society for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (DGPRÄC).

He also serves as an expert witness and appraiser for many courts and courts of appeal.

Specialties and Professional Philosophy:

Dr. Richter specializes in eyelid surgery, particularly revision eyelid surgery and lower eyelid malpositions (ptosis, ectropion). He is considered a pioneer in facelifts and has already performed thousands of operations. His individualized facelift approach combines various established procedures to achieve the best possible results for each patient. He is also a sought-after expert for revision surgeries in the facial area.

Personal Life and Hobbies:

Privately, Dr. Richter lives with his partner Dr. Maria Wiedner in Cologne and has two children, Moritz and Leonie. In his free time, he is a passionate sailor and plans to circumnavigate the world one day.

UNIQ Institute:

With the founding of the UNIQ Institute, together with Dr. Maria Wiedner, Dr. Richter fulfills a dream. The Institute for Aesthetic Surgery and Holistic Regenerative Medicine aims to offer innovative and holistic treatments and organize scientific trainings and congresses. Dr. Richter sees medicine at a turning point, where a holistic approach to the patient and treatment at the cellular level will increasingly gain importance. He believes that aging can be understood as a disease, which makes it possible to treat aging and stay young longer.

Dr. Dirk Richter stands for precision, innovation, and a holistic approach in plastic surgery. With his extensive experience and his commitment to training future specialists, he significantly shapes aesthetic-plastic surgery.

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