1. Rian A. Maercks, MD
  2. Rian A. Maercks, MD
  3. 5
    (Based on 11 reviews)
  4. 333 West 41st Street
  5. Miami Beach, FL 33410
  6. (305) 433-6866

Patient Referrals

Referral by:
5.0
January 27, 2012

"I can’t express with words how grateful I am to Dr. Rian Maercks . He saved my life and showed true concern something you don’t see nowadays.
I had gluteal implants in South America when on vacation, it had been almost 2 months from the surgery, then suddenly one day I woke up and had extreme pain on one of the implants. It was swollen and felt hot to the touch and I had fever was dizzy and vomiting. It seemed my blood pressure went so low that I felt like passing out and my condition started deteriorating.
I called several plastic surgeons and explained my case but they all closed their doors at me. They stated that they could not take my case because of insurance purposes since it was a complication to a surgery performed outside the country.
Until I came across Dr. Rian Maercks who was willing to help me, he showed genuine concern from the beginning and an interest to help me. He was honest and told me the implant would most likely need to be removed. However he said if possible would try to save it.
He admitted me to the hospital without wasting any time. I entered as a direct admit through the ER and Dr. Maercks followed up every step of the way. He even gave me his cellular number and told me not to hesitate and call him if I felt worst. He also called me to see how I was doing.
After having a CT scan, lab work and lab results were available Dr. Maercks called me to inform me that the implant would need to be removed the following day at 9:30 am. However thanks to his interest and concern he was constantly calling the hospital to follow up on my condition and noticed I was getting worst. Therefore he showed up approximately at 3:30 am for emergency surgery. He was worried that the infection could start entering my bloodstream that the outcome could be fatal.
Yet when I entered the OR the anesthesiologist refused to administer IV or general anesthesia because I had eaten 4 hours earlier. Dr. Maercks stated that the surgery could not wait because the infection could go into my bloodstream and if that happened the consequences would be devastating . He told me that he would inject me with local anesthesia and that he would remove the implant. I was scared and initially refused. I did not want to be awake during surgery because of a previous traumatizing experience. However Dr. Maercks assured me I was in good hands and that I would not feel any pain not even the anesthesia injections. The confidence he gave me made me accept his proposal.
The Dr. was just wonderful, I did not feel any pain at all and it seemed he had magical hands. I did not feel the implant coming out when Dr. Maercks told me it was out. As soon as that happened he washed and disinfected the area and I immediately felt much better. He knows how to make one feel comfortable and secure and he is such a great humane person who has passion for what he does and is good at it.
I am so thankful to Dr. Rian Maercks that words are not enough to show my gratitude and if it was not for him I would not be writing this review. I been to many plastic surgeons and I never wrote a review before but I feel that people need to be aware that this in an excellent Dr. the type you no longer see these days. I would highly recommend him.
Thank you Dr. Maercks.
"

Helpful (1)
Verified on 01-27-2012
Referral by:
5.0
March 17, 2011

"I had a fantastic experience. Dr. Maercks is an artist. He made me feel very comfortable. I would recommend him to all of my friends and associates."

Helpful (2)
Verified on 03-17-2011
Referral by:
5.0
March 17, 2011

"I highly recommend Dr. Maercks - he was highly professional and what great hands - did not feel one pinch and the outcome was exactly what I was looking for. I had done Botox several times in the past but this time I got exactly what I was looking for - a relaxed, fresh look. Thank you again Dr. Maercks. "

Helpful (0)
Verified on 03-17-2011
Referral by:
5.0
March 16, 2011

"I have nothing but praise for Dr. Maercks. My treatment and results were perfect. I had my procedure 1 week ago and I look and feel great."

Helpful (1)
Verified on 03-16-2011
Referral by: Albert
5.0
April 6, 2012

"Dr. Maercks is a great surgeon and meticulous in his taking the time to listen to your concerns and then offering suggestions on what options to take. I trust him completely.
Marie, his assistant, is also a huge asset to his practice. "

Helpful (2)
Unverified, posted on 04-06-2012
Referral by: Eveling
5.0
April 5, 2012

"I'm very pleased and happy with the results of my recent procedure, Dr. Maercks is great! He really listens to you and takes the time to explain and answers all of your questions. Love the fact that you are always treated the same since your first visit. "

Helpful (1)
Unverified, posted on 04-06-2012

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Best regards,

Rian A. Maercks M.D.
(305) 328-8256

Blog

03-10-2011

 

Q: What got you into this specific medical field?
A: Love for art, beauty, and medicine
 
Q: What landed you in your city, and what is it that you like about the neighborhood?
A: Miami is home
 
Q: Where did you receive your undergraduate degree, your professional degree, and did you participate in a residency?
A: Undergrad: University of Florida. Med School: Duke. Residency: University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Shriners, Cincinnati Children's Medical Center, VA
 
Q: Do you belong to any professional... read more
02-16-2011

 

Dr. Maercks custom tailors the appropriate intervention for patient needs. There is not 'one facelift' that is appropriate for all patients. The appropriate intervention is influenced by many factors including age, skin quality, quantity and location of the facial fat pads, degree of skin excess, neck contour and periorbital signs of aging. When deep tissue restructuring and significant repositioning of facial fat and neck contouring are needed, Dr. Maercks uses a personal technique he... read more

02-16-2011

 

A question often posed is "when is the right time for plastic surgery?" In this instance it is of course aesthetic surgery that is being referred to. The short answer is simply there is not one universal "right time." Aesthetic surgery is an extremely personal decision although becoming more ubiquitous at a younger age day by day. 
 
Environmental and cultural factors have led to a higher prevalence of young people interested in treating the first signs of facial aging. If someone is thinking about... read more

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