John David Rachel, MD, FACS
Education
June 1995
Wayne State University, School of Medicine
Detroit, MI
Doctor of Medicine
Detroit, MI
Doctor of Medicine
June 1991
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Science
Graduated with Honors
Major: Physiology
East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Science
Graduated with Honors
Major: Physiology
Postgraduate Training
July 2000-June 2001
Beeson Cosmetic Surgery Institute
Indianapolis, IN
Fellow in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Indianapolis, IN
Fellow in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
1995-2000
Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center
Detroit, MI
Resident in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Detroit, MI
Resident in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Honors
- John Orlando Roe Award, AAFPRS Foundation, 2001
- Distinction in Biomedical Research, 1995
- Predoctoral Research Training In Otolaryngology NIH grant# 5T32DC00026-08
- Alpha Omega Alpha, 1994
- National Dean’s Letter, 1994
- National Institutes of Health Summer Research Fellowship Program, 1992
- Phi Beta Kappa, 1991
- Mortar Board, 1990
![Dr. John D. Rachel](/files/2020/12/dr-rachel-portrait-cv.jpg)
Research
October-December 1998
Wayne State University, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Neurophysiology Laboratory
c/o James Kaltenbach, Ph.D.
Neurophysiology Laboratory
c/o James Kaltenbach, Ph.D.
July-August 1994
Wayne State University, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Microcirculation Laboratory
c/o Wayne Quirk, Ph.D.
Microcirculation Laboratory
c/o Wayne Quirk, Ph.D.
June-August 1992
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Neurophysiology Laboratory
c/o Jeffery Barker, MD
Neurophysiology Laboratory
c/o Jeffery Barker, MD
Publications
- Wolf DA, Beeson W, Rachel JD, et al. Mesothelial Stem Cells and Stomal Vascular Fraction for Skin Rejuvenation. Facial Plastic Surg Clinics. 2018 Nov (26:4): 513-532.
- Rachel, JD, Lack EB, Larson B.Incidence of Complications and Early Recurrence in 29 Patients After Facial Rejuvenation with Barbed Suture Lifting. Dermatol Surg. 2010 Mar (36):348-354.
- Lack EB, Rachel JD, D’Andrea L, Corres J. Relationship of energy settings and impedance in different anatomical areas using a radiofrequency device. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Dec;31(12): 1668-70.
- Lack EB, Rachel JD: Resolution of retracted scar after 585-nm pulse dye laser surgery. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2004: 6;149-51.
- Rachel JD, Jamora JJ: Skin rejuvenation regimens: a profilometry and histopathologic study. Arch Facial Plast Surg. 2003: Mar-Apr; 5(2);145-9.
- Lack EB, Rachel JD, Patrascu OM: Effects of Clonidine on Propofol-based Anesthesia. Amer J of Cosmetic Surg. 2002: 19(2):87-9.
- Kaltenbach JA, Rachel JD, Mathog TA, Zhang J, Falzarano PR, Lweandowski M: Cisplatin-induced hyperactivity in the dorsal cochlear nucleus and its relation to outer hair cell loss: relevance to tinnitus. J Neurophysiol. 2002: Aug; 88(2):699-714.
- Beeson WB, Rachel JD: Valcylovir Prophylaxis for Herpes Simplex Virus Infection or Infection Recurrence following Laser Skin Resurfacing. Dermatol Surg. 2002: Apr,28(4):331-6.
- Rachel JD, Kaltenbach JA, Janisse J: Increases in spontaneous neural activity in the hamster dorsal cochlear nucleus following cisplatin treatment: a possible basis for cisplatin-induced tinnitus. Hear Res. 2002: Feb; 164(1-2): 206-14.
- Beeson WB, Slama TG, Beeler, Rachel JD, Picerno NH: Group A Streptococcal Fasciitis Following Submental Tumescent Liposuction. Arch Facial Plast Surg. 2001: Oct-Dec 3(4):277-9.
- Rachel JD, Mathog RH: Nasal Alar Necrosis. Laryngoscope. 2000; 110:1437-1441.
- Dworkin JP, Rachel JD, Meleca RJ: Evaluation of Post-Surgical Vocal Cord Paralysis. Phonoscope. 1999; 2:193-202.
- Arden RL, Rachel JD, Marks SC: Volume-Length Impact of Lateral Jaw Resections Upon Complication Rates. Arch Otolaryngol. 1999; 125:68-72.
- Dziadziola JK, Rachel JD, Quirk WS. Beta Histine Increases Vestibular Blood Flow. Otolaryngol. Head Neck Surg. 1999; 120:400-405.
- Rachel JD, Dziadziola JD, Quirk WS. Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Participates in the Regulation of Vestibular Blood Flow. Hear Res. 1995; 89:181-186.
Presentations
- Open Rhinoplasty – Techniques and Outcomes (podium) American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 26th Annual Scientific Meeting. January 2010.
- Nonablative Fractional Resurfacing (podium) American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Annual Fall Meeting. September 2009.
- Affirm Fractionated Resurfacing (podium) American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Annual Fall Meeting. September 2008.
- Use of Nasal Implant to Prevent Collapse in Open Rhinoplasty (poster) 54th American Rhinological Society Annual Scientific Meeting. September 2008.
- Use of Suspension and Stabilizing Implants in Nasal Valve Obstruction (poster) 54th American Rhinological Society Annual Scientific Meeting. September 2008.
- The Art of Rhinoplasty (podium) American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 24th Annual Scientific Meeting. January 2008.
- Composite Contour Forehead Lift (podium) American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 23rd Annual Scientific Meeting. January 2007.
- Piggyback Vascular Boost to Enhance Flap Survival in a Radiated Field (poster) 110th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation. September, 2006.
- Anterior Neck Banding: Diagnosis and Treatment. (podium) American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 20th Annual Scientific Meeting. January, 2004.
- Skin Rejuvenation Regimes: A Profilometry and Histopathological Study. (podium) American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 18th Annual Scientific Meeting. January, 2002.
- Cisplatin Induced Effects on the Dorsal Cochlear Nucleus. (podium) Association for Research in Otolaryngology Midwinter Meeting. February, 2000.
- Spontaneous Nasal Alar Necrosis. (poster) The Middle Section of The Triological Society. January, 2000.
- Evaluation of Post-Surgical Vocal Cord Paralysis. (poster) 102nd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation. September, 1998.
- Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Participates in the Regulation of Vestibular Blood Flow. (poster) Association for Research in Otolaryngology Midwinter Meeting. February, 1995.
- Comparison of the Distribution of GABA-A Receptor Subunits and Diazepam Insensitive Binding. (poster) NIH Summer Research Program Poster Day. August, 1992.
Employment
August 2001-present
MetropolitanMD
Physician-Director
Physician-Director
July 2000-June 2001
Beeson Cosmetic Surgery Institute
Fellow
Fellow
July 1995-June 2000
Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center
Resident
Resident
Professional Organizations (current and previous)
- American College of Surgeons – Fellow
- American Medical Association –
- Young Physicians Delegate
- Head and Neck Caucus
- American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
- American Board of Cosmetic Surgery – Trustee & Examiner
Board Certification
- Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery – May 2001
- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – June 2003
- American Board of Cosmetic Surgery – June 2009
- American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery – February 2015
Speciality
- Otolaryngology
Subspeciality
- Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Licensing
- Illinois #036-104847
Hospital Affiliation
- NorthShore University Health System
- St. Alexis Medical Center, Hoffman Estates, IL
Status
- Active