Updated November 2026 We have trimmed this guide to the providers we could confirm are still working, and added advice on checking surgeons and on travel to Iran after the 2026 war.
Tehran has a huge choice of rhinoplasty clinics, from hospital departments to private surgeons’ practices in the north of the city, and nose surgery here is common enough that you will see patients with dressings on any busy street. That choice is the challenge: there is no shortage of surgeons, but quality varies, and the right clinic for you depends on whether you want a facilitator to handle everything or prefer to deal with a surgeon directly. This guide covers a few verified starting points and, more importantly, how to vet any clinic before you book.
Before you book: travel to Iran in 2026
International flights to Tehran resumed after the April 2026 ceasefire, but the UK Foreign Office still advises against all travel to Iran, as do several other governments. Travel and medical insurers rarely cover trips against official advice, so if you are flying in for surgery you need to accept that any complications would be your own cost. Foreign bank cards do not work in Iran, so most foreign patients pay in cash or through their facilitator; our Iran prices tracker helps with budgeting. Residents of Tehran, of course, can simply book a consultation locally.
Three places to start
AriaMedTour (facilitator). AriaMedTour is one of the larger medical tourism companies in Iran and works mainly with foreign patients. It offers free online consultations, then arranges the surgeon, hospital or clinic, and the practical side of the trip: visa support, hotel, airport pickup, an interpreter and follow-up care. This suits first-time visitors who do not speak Persian. Ask exactly which surgeon will operate on you and what the quoted package includes before paying anything. Website: ariamedtour.com.
Dr Hamidreza Hosnani (private surgeon). Dr Hosnani is an ear, nose and throat specialist and head and neck surgeon whose practice focuses on rhinoplasty. His clinic is in Zafaraniyeh, in the Palladium shopping centre near Alef Square in the north of the city, and his website shows a large gallery of before-and-after results. Reception is in the afternoons; check current hours by phone before visiting. Website: drhosnani.com.
Dr Alireza Fadaei Naeini (private surgeon). Dr Fadaei Naeini has a profile on Doctoreto, one of Iran’s main doctor-booking platforms, where you can see his details and request an appointment. Doctoreto is in Persian, so a Persian-speaking friend or your hotel can help. Profile: doctoreto.com.
Many other well-regarded surgeons practise in Tehran, often operating at private hospitals in the north of the city. Our guide to healthcare and hospitals in Tehran gives an overview of the main hospitals.
How to choose a rhinoplasty surgeon in Tehran
- Check the specialism. Rhinoplasty in Iran is performed by both plastic surgeons and ENT (ear, nose and throat) surgeons. Either can be excellent; what matters is how many nose operations they do and whether they handle cases like yours, especially revision surgery or breathing problems.
- Check registration. Every doctor practising in Iran must be registered with the Medical Council of Iran and has a council number (shown as shomareh-ye nezam-e pezeshki). Ask for it and look it up on the council’s website.
- Look at real results. Ask for before-and-after photos of patients with a nose similar to yours, and read independent reviews on booking platforms and international forums rather than relying on the clinic’s own testimonials.
- Meet the surgeon. Insist on a consultation with the surgeon who will operate, not only a coordinator. A good surgeon will talk you through what is realistic and may advise against changes you have in mind.
- Clarify the price. Get a written quote covering the surgeon’s fee, the hospital or clinic, anaesthesia, post-operative visits and any revision policy. Prices are usually quoted in tomans or US dollars, and toman prices can change quickly with the exchange rate.
- Ask where the operation happens. A licensed hospital or day-surgery centre with a qualified anaesthetist is the standard you should expect.
Planning your stay
If you are coming from abroad, allow at least seven to ten days in Tehran: the splint is usually removed after about a week, and your surgeon will want to see you before you fly. Swelling takes months to settle fully, so judge the final result over time rather than in the first few weeks. Iran offers a dedicated medical treatment visa, which a facilitator or hospital can help arrange; our guide to Iran visa types explains the options. Book accommodation close to your clinic, as Tehran traffic is slow and you will not want long journeys while recovering.
Whichever route you take, spend more time choosing the surgeon than comparing prices. A careful choice is the best guarantee of a result you are happy with.
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