Timothy A. Janiga MD

Reno, NV, US

About the Practice

Practice Philosophy

Patients first: When we focus on the patient’s best interest as our primary goal then quality, unparalleled skill, empathy, and continuing education naturally accompany.

Practice Specialization

Dr. Janiga specializes in facial plastic surgery including facelifts, mini facelifts, and rhinoplasty. In addition he does breast augmentation, tummy tuck and mommy makeover as the additional components of the practice. Most community service time is spent on breast cancer reconstruction and tumor board.

Background & Certification

Board Certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Professional Background

Medical School: University of Nevada School of Medicine
Residency: University of Michigan Department of Plastic Surgery

Teaching Appointments

University of Nevada School of Medicine 2009-present
Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery, University of Toledo, 2007-2009

Publications and Presentations

Dunya M. Atisha, Amy K. Alderman, Timothy A. Janiga, Edwin G. Wilkins. “The Efficacy of the Surgical Delay Procedure in Pedicle TRAM Reconstruction”. Annals of Plastic Surgery. 2009.

Timothy A. Janiga, Atisha, DA, Wilkins, EG, Alderman, AK. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They As Safe As Contralateral Techniques?   Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. 2008; 11: 1-5.

Timothy A. Janiga. “Lip and Cheek Reconstruction”. Michigan Manual of Plastic Surgery 2004.

Timothy A. Janiga. “Malignant Skin and Soft-Tissue lesions.” Michigan Manual of Plastic Surgery 2004.

Timothy A. Janiga, Howard B. Rind, Christopher S. von Bartheld. 2000 "Differential Effects of the Trophic Factors BDNF, NT-4, GDNF and IGF-1 on the Isthmo-Optic Nucleus in Chick Embryos". Journal of Neurobiology 43: 289-303.

Timothy A Janiga, Christopher S. von Bartheld. "Differential Effects of Neurotrophic Factors on the Isthmo-Optic Nucleus in Chick Embryos". Journal of Investigative Medicine 1999; 47: 34A-35A.

Dunya M. Atisha, Amy K. Alderman, Timothy A. Janiga, Edwin G. Wilkins. “The Efficacy of the Surgical Delay Procedure in Pedicle TRAM Reconstruction”. American Association of Plastic Surgeons. 2008.

Timothy A. Janiga, P. Chang, A. Shaaban, Z. Zheng, D Coberly, AE Cram, and PS Cederna. “The Effects of Low Intensity Direct Current Electrical Stimulation on Capsular Contracture in the Rat Model”. Reed O. Dingman Resident Program and Abstracts 2007.

Timothy A. Janiga, Ian F. Lytle, Edwin G. Wilkins, Amy K. Alderman. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They as Safe as Contralateral Techniques?” Plastic Surgery Senior Residents Conference Program and Abstracts 2007.

Timothy A. Janiga, Ian F. Lytle, Edwin G. Wilkins, Amy K. Alderman. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They as Safe as Contralateral Techniques?” Dingman Resident Program and Abstracts 2006.

Timothy A. Janiga, Ian F. Lytle, Edwin G. Wilkins, Amy K. Alderman. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They as Safe as Contralateral Techniques?” Frederick A. Coller Surgical Society Program and Abstracts 2006.

Timothy A. Janiga, Christopher S. von Bartheld. 1999 "Differential Effects of Neurotrophic Factors on the Isthmo-Optic Nucleus in Chick Embryos". Sixteenth Annual George G. Bierkamper Student Research Convocation Program and Abstracts 16: 6.

Health of Your Skin: Inside and Out, Associated Operating Room Nurses Annual Meeting; Reno, NV; 2013.

Timothy A. Janiga. “Why Rhinoplasty”. Presented at the Reed O. Dingman Society Research Program. Ann Arbor, Michigan 2010.

Timothy A. Janiga. “Dupuytren’s Disease” Rising Stars in Hand Surgery Hand Panel.

Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons Meeting, MacKinac Island, MI July 2008.

Timothy A. Janiga. “Diagnosis and Treatment of Common Hand Injuries” Presented at Firelands Regional Medical Center – Meet the Professor Conference – Sandusky, OH June 2008

Timothy A. Janiga. “The Efficacy of the Surgical Delay Procedure in Pedicle TRAM Breast Reconstruction”. Presented at The Plastic Surgery Research Council 53rd Annual Meeting, Springfield, IL May 2008

Timothy A. Janiga. “Diagnosis and Treatment of Common Hand Injuries”. Presented at St. Charles Hospital Grand Rounds, Oregon, Ohio 2007.

Timothy A. Janiga, P. Chang, A Shaaban, Z. Zheng, D Coberly, AE Cram, and PS Cederna. “The Effects of Low Intensity Direct Current Electrical Stimulation on Capsular Contracture in the Rat Model”. Presented at the University ofMichigan Section of Plastic Surgery Dingman Society Research Program, Ann Arbor, Michigan 2007.

Timothy A. Janiga, Ian F. Lytle, Edwin G. Wilkins, Amy K. Alderman. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They as Safe as Contralateral Techniques?” The 2007 Plastic Surgery Senior Residents Conference, Pasadena, California 2007.

Timothy A. Janiga, Ian F. Lytle, Edwin G. Wilkins, Amy K. Alderman. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They as Safe as Contralateral Techniques?” The 52nd Clinical Meeting of the Frederick A. Coller Surgical Society, Ann Arbor, Michigan 2006

Timothy A. Janiga, Ian F. Lytle, Edwin G. Wilkins, Amy K. Alderman. “Ipsilateral Pedicle TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Are They as Safe as Contralateral Techniques?” Presented at the University ofMichigan Section of Plastic Surgery Dingman Society Research Program, Ann Arbor, Michigan 2006

Timothy A. Janiga, Christopher S. von Bartheld. "Differential Effects of the Trophic Factors BDNF, NT-4, GDNF, and IGF-1 on the Isthmo-Optic Nucleus in Chick Embryos". Presented at the Western Student Medical Research Forum, Carmel, California 1999

Timothy A. Janiga, Christopher S. von Bartheld. "Differential Effects of the Trophic Factors BDNF, NT-4, GDNF, and IGF-1 on the Isthmo-Optic Nucleus in Chick Embryos". Presented at the Sixteenth Annual George G. Bierkamper Research

Convocation , Reno, Nevada 1999.

Awards & Honors

10 Best Plastic Surgeons in Nevada, American Institute of Plastic Surgeons, 2017, 2016
American Registry America’s Most Honored Professionals 2017 – Top 5%
Real Self Top Doctor 2017, 2016
Elected Delegate Nevada State Medical Society
Golden Heart Award for Excellence in Patient Care
President and Junior elected member of elite Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, reserved for the top 5% 1998-present
Senior Scholar Award, #1 ranked graduate from the College of Arts & Science
LMN Bach Achievement award
Gopal & Jeanette Das Scholarship Award
American Society of Clinical Pathologists’ Award for Academic Excellence and Achievement
Western Medical Research Committee Excellence in Research 2000
Golden Key Honor Society 1995-1997
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society 1994-1997
Alpha Epsilon Delta Premedical Honor Society 1994-1997
Member of University of Nevada Honors Program 1993-1999

Affiliations & Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

Renown Regional Medical Center, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center

Society Memberships

American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, American Institute of Plastic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Society of Plastic Surgery, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, University of Michigan Alumni Association, Reed O. Dingman Society, University of Nevada Alumni Association, Washoe County Medical Society, Nevada State Medical Society

Offices Held

Delegate Nevada State Medical Society, Washoe County Medical Society Board of Directors, Washoe County Medical Society Legislative Action Committee

Your Consultation

Dr. Janiga offers consultations for plastic surgery at his Reno Nevada Office and the option of a dual consultation for plastic surgery and cosmetic skin services with his partner and wife, Dr. Jennifer Janiga, Board Certified Dermatologist.

Staff & Facilities

Surgical Facility

Quail Surgical Center, St Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Medical Center

Computer Imaging

Vectra

Skin Care Products

Skin Medica, Elta MD, Replenix, Skin Ceuticals, Topix

Languages Spoken

English

Payment Options

Alpheon Credit, Care Credit, Cash, AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, and Check