Dr. Robert Schmidt, MD

West End Facial Plastic Surgery
Richmond, VA
Cosmetic Surgery
- Double board-certified surgeon
- Since 2017
- Financing available
- Most otoplasty results, and 1 moreMore published results on Afters than any other practice in Virginia for otoplasty (50) and rhinoplasty (15).
- 179 Google reviews5.0 from 179 Google reviews: weighted by how many reviews it has, in the top quarter of practices on Afters.
Ear pinning
50 results
Eyelid surgery
17 results
Rhinoplasty
15 results
Facelift
7 results
Neck lift
7 results
Botox
1 result
What West End Facial Plastic Surgery offers
West End Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Richmond, Virginia. It has published 97 before-and-after results on Afters: 50 ear pinning, 17 eyelid surgery, 15 rhinoplasty, 7 facelift, 7 neck lift and 1 more across 1 other procedure.
Its surgeon is Dr. Robert Schmidt. Consultations are $150 and offered in person, and financing is available through CareCredit.

Dr. Robert Schmidt, MD
Board certified
Dr. Robert Schmidt is a facial plastic surgeon and otolaryngologist who founded West End Facial Plastic Surgery in Richmond in 2017. He is board certified in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and in otolaryngology, and he performs cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face and neck, including facelifts, rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery.
He studied psychology at Duke University, graduating with honors, earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine, and completed his residency in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. He then completed a facial plastic surgery fellowship awarded by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and practiced in Texas for several years before opening his Richmond practice.
He has written articles and book chapters on rhinoplasty and facial trauma and has presented his work at the annual meetings of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, of which he is a member.
Credentials & affiliations
- American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- American Board of Otolaryngology
- Fellowship in facial plastic surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Member, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Publications & press
- Use of streaming media (YouTube) as an educational tool for surgeons: a survey of AAFPRS membersJAMA Facial Plastic Surgery · 2016
- Prophylactic antibiotic therapy for fractures of the maxillary sinusEar, Nose & Throat Journal · 2015
Treatments
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Facial plastic surgery and aesthetic care in Richmond, Virginia
West End Facial Plastic Surgery is a facial plastic surgery practice on Wilkes Ridge Parkway in Richmond, founded in 2017 by Dr. Robert Schmidt, who is board certified in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and in otolaryngology. The practice offers facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, ear surgery and facial reconstruction after skin cancer, along with Botox, fillers, laser treatments, microneedling and other skin care.
What to know
- In person consultations$150
- FinancingCareCredit
- Since 20179 years in practice
Where it is
Hours
- Mon–Thu
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Fri
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
Reviews
179 Google reviews
“I recommend you go to Dr. Schmidt with complete confidence. He will evaluate your needs and offer professional guidance and ease any concerns you may have. My Dad was a patient and I am still his patient. His staff is a plus too!”
“I’ve been going to Lita for my facials for years, and I can’t recommend her enough. She always does an amazing job and takes the time to recommend products and treatments that are actually right for my skin, without ever being pushy. Every facial is relaxing, personalized, and leaves my skin looking and feeling incredible. She’s knowledgeable, professional, and truly cares about helping her clients get the best results.”
“Tayler was incredible! I felt so comfortable and had so much fun chatting with her as she worked on my dull skin, in need of some love. I felt so good afterward and woke up the next morning feeling and looking great! We came up with a plan moving forward, and I am so excited to take this journey with her to improve my complexion!”
“Trish is the best! She spends all the time she feels is necessary to give your skin a great result. My skin feels and looks so much better after all her work on it. I can highly recommend Trish as an accomplished astheticist who really cares about the results!”
“I had an amazing facial with Lita at West End Facial Plastic Surgery! From start to finish, the experience was relaxing, professional, and personalized. Lita has such a gentle touch and truly knows how to make your skin glow. My face feels refreshed, hydrated, and smooth — definitely one of the best facials I’ve ever had. Highly recommend Lita for anyone looking for top-notch skincare and excellent service!”

























































