Birgit Knerer-schally

Univ. Prof. Dr. Birgit Knerer-Schally is a leading Austrian specialist in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, known for her precision, aesthetic expertise, and dedication to functional and cosmetic harmony. Over the course of her career, she has established herself as one of Vienna’s most respected surgeons in nasal and facial surgery, combining medical science with artistic sensibility.

She studied medicine at the University of Vienna, where she graduated in the early 1990s, and soon after began her residency in ear, nose, and throat surgery. During this time, she developed a particular interest in the anatomy and aesthetics of the face, pursuing further training in facial plastic surgery. Her dual focus—improving both function and appearance—became the hallmark of her practice.

     1990s – Completed medical studies and specialized training in ENT surgery at leading Viennese hospitals.

     2000s – Expanded her qualifications in aesthetic and reconstructive facial surgery, focusing on rhinoplasty, nasal septum corrections, and ear reconstruction.

     2010s – Appointed University Professor, continuing research and teaching in ENT and facial plastic surgery, mentoring young doctors and contributing to scientific publications.

     Today – Practices at Wiener Privatklinik and other prestigious medical institutions in Vienna, performing a wide range of procedures from functional nasal surgery and sinus surgery to aesthetic facial corrections.

Dr. Knerer-Schally is widely appreciated for her meticulous surgical technique and her ability to balance medical precision with aesthetic refinement. Her work often addresses both the medical and emotional well-being of her patients, restoring function while enhancing appearance. With a career rooted in academic medicine and refined through years of surgical excellence, she continues to shape modern ENT and facial plastic surgery in Austria.