About Dr. Eric Carniol

Medical Research

Dr. Eric Carniol is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who has contributed significantly to the medical literature on nasal function, ear reconstruction, and facial trauma.

Featured Research: Otoplasty & Newborn Ear Correction

• Ear Correction of Newborn Ear Deformity

  • Journal: Facial Plastic Surgery (2024)

  • Focus: An authoritative guide on non-surgical ear molding techniques to prevent the need for future surgical otoplasty.

  • PMID: 39472041

• Surgical Tips for the Management of the Wide Nasal Base

  • Journal: Facial Plastic Surgery (2018)

  • Focus: Advanced surgical techniques for refining nasal proportions in complex rhinoplasty cases.

  • PMID: 29402864

Facial Trauma & Reconstruction Research

• Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforations Diagnosed in Emergency Departments

  • Journal: JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery (2018)

  • Contribution: A landmark national analysis of ear-related trauma and diagnostic protocols.

  • PMID: 29285552

• A 10-year analysis of head and neck injuries involving nonpowder firearms

  • Journal: Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (2017)

  • PMID: 28245155

Academic Honors & Fellowship Awards

• The Wilfred Goodman Award: Awarded by the University of Toronto for excellence in Facial Plastic Surgery research papers.

• The Krzysztof Conrad Award: Recognized for outstanding clinical research during his AAFPRS-sponsored fellowship.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Eric Carniol has been incredibly grateful to those who have and continue to help him in his career. Without this support, these awards and honors would not be possible.

Professional Accolades

• Castle Connolly Top Doctor: Recognized in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 as a premier specialist in Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology.

• Jersey’s Best: Featured as a leading physician in New Jersey for facial aesthetics and reconstruction.

• New York Magazine: Recognized among the top facial plastic surgeons in the tri-state area.

Expert Commentary & Press

• Newborn Ear Deformity Specialist: Dr. Eric Carniol is recognized as the leading provider in New Jersey for the EarWell System, correcting approximately 100 cases annually.

• The “Incisionless” Innovator: Featured for his specialized work in Incisionless Otoplasty, a scar-free ear pinning technique performed under local anesthesia. Dr. Eric Carniol has written 3 book chapters that included this technique as well as traditional otoplasty.