Finding a plastic surgeon in Markham
Plastic surgery covers a wide range of work: cosmetic procedures like rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, and facelifts, along with reconstructive work after injury, mastectomy, or skin cancer removal. Some surgeons in Markham split their practice between both, others focus almost entirely on cosmetic consults. We track 12 practices in the area, and the differences between them go well beyond price.
What to check before booking a consult
Start with credentials. In Ontario, a legitimate plastic surgeon is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in plastic surgery, and should be a member of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons. Ask where procedures are performed: accredited surgical facilities have oversight that a surgeon's own unaccredited clinic may not. Look at before-and-after photos of real patients, not stock images, and ask how many times the surgeon has done the specific procedure you want. A good consult should cover realistic outcomes, recovery time, complication rates, and revision policy, not just a sales pitch.
Consultation fees, whether they're waived if you proceed, and how follow-up visits are handled are worth asking about upfront, since these vary a lot between practices.
How we rank them
Our scoring weighs verified patient feedback, credentials, transparency around pricing and outcomes, and consistency of service over time. The full method is laid out on our methodology page. For our current ordering of all 12 Markham practices, see the ranked guide to Markham's best plastic surgeons.