Best plastic surgeons in Ottawa
This list ranks the top 15 plastic surgeons and surgical practices in Ottawa by our earned composite score, built from rating, review volume, recency, sentiment, and verification (see our methodology). Most of the practices below cover a wide range of procedures, from breast and facial surgery to reconstructive and gender-affirming care, so this is the list to start with for an all-round pick.
If you're after injectables, laser, or skin treatments specifically rather than surgery, see our list of the best non-surgical & injectables providers. For a clinic-level view rather than individual surgeons, check the best plastic surgery clinic rankings.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to plastic surgeon, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ottawa Plastic Surgery | 91 | 4.8 (255) | — | Full-range surgical care |
| 2 | SKINS Derma Care | 89 | 4.8 (413) | — | Multi-location skin & injectable care |
| 3 | Victoria Park Medispa - Ottawa | 88 | 4.7 (623) | — | Dermatology-integrated cosmetic care |
| 4 | The Best You (Ottawa West) - Medical Cosmetics & Aesthetics Clinic | 87 | 4.9 (74) | — | Personalized skin & laser treatments |
| 5 | Gabriela Lewin MD Cosmetic Medicine | 87 | 5 (54) | — | Injectables purist care |
| 6 | Ottawa Derm Centre | 86 | 4.8 (905) | — | High-volume trusted dermatology and surgery |
| 7 | Dr. Photis Loizides | 85 | 5 (38) | — | Complex revisions & difficult cases |
| 8 | The Cosmetic Clinic - Barrhaven | 84 | 4.9 (288) | — | Injectables & laser with a strong nurse team |
| 9 | AestheteMD | 81 | 4.6 (112) | — | Facial surgery: rhinoplasty, facelift, eyelids |
| 10 | Dr. Sean Smith Plastic Surgery | 78 | 4.7 (37) | — | Gender-affirming & breast reduction surgery |
| 11 | Ottawa Rhinoplasty & Facial Surgery - Dr. James Bonaparte, MD, MSc, FRCSC | 77 | 4.5 (28) | — | Rhinoplasty & septoplasty specialist |
| 12 | HY Cosmetics & Minor Surgery | 77 | 5 (9) | — | Blepharoplasty & minor cosmetic surgery |
| 13 | Gloria Rockwell MD | 75 | 5 (13) | — | Breast reconstruction & hand surgery |
| 14 | Dr. Simon Chan, Plastic Surgery | 73 | 4.3 (30) | — | Hand & wrist surgery |
| 15 | Dr. Ronnie Borsuk | 73 | 5 (15) | — | Tummy tucks & breast reconstruction |
Ottawa Plastic Surgery
4.8 (255 reviews)score 91/100

With four board-certified surgeons on staff, Ottawa Plastic Surgery covers breast work, facial surgery, blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, and gender-affirming care under one roof, backed by 255 reviews at a 4.8 rating. Patients repeatedly praise named staff for warmth and follow-through, from front desk to post-op, and gender-affirming patients specifically describe feeling heard through multi-year journeys.
- Four board-certified surgeons covering most common procedures
- Named staff (Vanessa, Kate, Sofya, Jessica, Rebecca) praised for attentive care
- Modern, clean, efficiently run facility
- Strong track record with gender-affirming surgery
Watch out: Recovery experience varies by patient and procedure, as you'd expect across such a broad service range.
Services: body contouring, breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, facial plastic surgery
SKINS Derma Care
4.8 (413 reviews)score 89/100

SKINS Derma Care draws 413 reviews at a 4.8 rating across its Trim Road, Orléans, Innes Road, and Kanata locations, with named technicians earning consistent praise for skill in microblading, lip blush, scalp micropigmentation, and injectables. Staff are described as thorough without being pushy, and the clinics are kept spotless with newer equipment.
- Named technicians (Cara, Marcella, Kara, Lila, Nich, Myriam, Nurse Tina, Julie) praised by clients
- Four locations with free parking
- Pressure-free, thorough explanations before treatment
- French-speaking reception available
Watch out: One review flagged staff impatience, though it reads as an isolated incident against a large review base.
Services: facial plastic surgery, non surgical cosmetic, breast augmentation, plastic surgery clinic
Victoria Park Medispa - Ottawa
4.7 (623 reviews)score 88/100

Victoria Park Medispa pairs medical dermatology with cosmetic treatments, drawing 623 reviews at 4.7 stars, the largest review base on this list. Named doctors (Sibley, Cyr, Lim) and technicians (Lauren, Morgan, Natasha) are consistently called skilled and attentive, and one reviewer notes a track record spanning 20-plus years.
- Named doctors and technicians consistently praised
- Latest equipment: Morpheus8, Sofwave, Ultherapy, Hydrafacial
- Clean, welcoming facility
- Long-standing track record in the market
Watch out: A few reviewers found the phone lines hard to reach, though callbacks tend to come within a reasonable time.
Services: breast augmentation, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic, non surgical cosmetic
The Best You (Ottawa West) - Medical Cosmetics & Aesthetics Clinic
4.9 (74 reviews)score 87/100

The Best You in Ottawa West earns a 4.9 rating with patients citing personalized treatment plans matched to their skin type, including a 15-year regular who calls the care first-class. Staff continuity stands out, with Lisa and Dr. Lockman named repeatedly, and laser hair removal results across diverse skin tones are a particular strength.
- Treatment plans tailored to individual skin type
- Staff continuity (Lisa, Diana, Dr. Lockman) named repeatedly
- Strong laser hair removal outcomes
- Calm, professional atmosphere with free parking
Watch out: Its review base is smaller than some peers on this list, so the strong average comes from fewer data points.
Services: body contouring, breast augmentation, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic
Gabriela Lewin MD Cosmetic Medicine
5 (54 reviews)score 87/100

Gabriela Lewin MD Cosmetic Medicine holds a perfect 5.0 rating, with every review praising Dr. Lewin's precision and her practice of explaining procedures clearly rather than overselling. Trained by injector Julie Horne, she's noted for honest post-treatment guidance and a personalized approach to each client's goals.
- Trained by injector Julie Horne
- Personalized treatment approach tailored to goals
- Honest guidance, avoids unnecessary upselling
- Comfortable, professional consultation experience
Watch out: With 54 reviews, the sample is smaller than the top names on this list, though the consistency of praise is notable.
Services: breast augmentation, plastic surgery clinic, cosmetic surgeon, non surgical cosmetic
Ottawa Derm Centre
4.8 (905 reviews)score 86/100

Ottawa Derm Centre carries the second-largest review base here at 905 reviews and a 4.8 rating, with surgeons Dr. Brownrigg and Dr. Chitte and staff like Cheryl, Amber, and Heather earning steady praise for professionalism and calm bedside manner. Free parking and transparent consultations keep patients returning.
- Very large, consistently positive review base
- Named surgeons and staff praised for professionalism
- Modern facilities with free parking
- Transparent, calm consultations
Watch out: One laser treatment complaint surfaces among the reviews, worth asking about if that's your procedure.
Services: body contouring, breast augmentation, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic
Dr. Photis Loizides
5 (38 reviews)score 85/100

Dr. Photis Loizides has built a reputation for taking on cases other surgeons have declined, including patients who waited years on public waitlists or consulted eight-plus surgeons before he agreed to help. His breast reduction and gynecomastia results draw particular praise for minimal scarring, and coordinator Emily is repeatedly credited for smooth pre- and post-op communication.
- Takes on complex revisions other surgeons decline
- Calm, thorough bedside manner from consult through recovery
- Minimal scarring outcomes reported
- Responsive coordination from staff (Emily, Daisy)
Watch out: The review count (38) is modest relative to the top names on this list, though sentiment is uniformly strong.
Services: body contouring, breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, facial plastic surgery
The Cosmetic Clinic - Barrhaven
4.9 (288 reviews)score 84/100

The Cosmetic Clinic in Barrhaven posts a 4.9 rating across 288 reviews, with nurses Mia and Brianna repeatedly singled out for natural-looking injectable and laser results in a warm, organized setting. One serious complaint involving a Radiesse complication and a lack of follow-up care pulls its sentiment score down despite the otherwise strong pattern.
- Nurses Mia and Brianna consistently praised by name
- Natural-looking results across injectables and laser
- Modern, organized, welcoming facility
- Personalized treatment plans
Watch out: One reviewer described a serious Radiesse complication with little acknowledgment or follow-up, worth discussing complication protocols upfront.
Services: facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic, non surgical cosmetic, breast augmentation
AestheteMD
4.6 (112 reviews)score 81/100

AestheteMD's Dr. Javidnia earns steady praise for combining surgical skill with a warm bedside manner across rhinoplasty, facelifts, and eyelid surgery, with named staff Helen (injectables) and Kathy (microneedling) also called out. The Old Ottawa East clinic is described as bright and clean, with most patients feeling supported from consultation through long-term follow-up.
- Dr. Javidnia praised for both skill and bedside manner
- Natural results across multiple facial procedures
- Named specialists for injectables and microneedling
- Comprehensive pre- and post-op follow-up
Watch out: One reviewer noted direct contact with the surgeon is concentrated around the consultation and procedure dates, and another felt results fell short of expectations.
Services: breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic
Dr. Sean Smith Plastic Surgery
4.7 (37 reviews)score 78/100

Dr. Sean Smith draws consistent praise for precise outcomes in breast reduction and top surgery across body types and gender identities, with a 4.7 rating and patients citing attentive listening at consultation and quick post-op response from his team. Coordinator Sarah is named for smooth scheduling and OHIP navigation.
- Strong reputation in gender-affirming and top surgery
- Precise, natural-looking breast reduction outcomes
- Dedicated surgical coordinator for scheduling and OHIP
- Quick post-op response from the team
Watch out: A small number of patients reported conflict over a promised revision surgery and difficulty getting straight answers afterward.
Services: body contouring, breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, facial plastic surgery
Ottawa Rhinoplasty & Facial Surgery - Dr. James Bonaparte, MD, MSc, FRCSC
4.5 (28 reviews)score 77/100

Dr. James Bonaparte focuses on rhinoplasty and septoplasty, with patients highlighting both natural cosmetic results and improved breathing function. He's FRCSC certified with AAFPRS fellowship training, and reviewers consistently mention unhurried consultations and accessible communication through recovery.
- FRCSC certified with AAFPRS fellowship training
- Focus on natural-looking, functional rhinoplasty results
- Thorough, unhurried pre-op consultations
- Accessible post-op communication
Watch out: With 28 reviews the sample is on the smaller side, and one reviewer mentioned being declined a second-opinion consultation.
Services: breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic
HY Cosmetics & Minor Surgery
5 (9 reviews)score 77/100

HY Cosmetics & Minor Surgery holds a perfect 5.0 rating from its reviews, with Dr. Lee's blepharoplasty and CO2 laser work praised for near-invisible scarring and Dr. Zhang also called skilled and patient. The new Riverside South clinic is described as fresh and well-designed, and booking has been notably fast for some patients.
- Board-certified plastic and general surgeons
- Minimal scarring on blepharoplasty and laser work
Watch out: The review count is very small (9), so treat the perfect rating as an early, promising signal rather than a large-sample verdict.
Services: breast augmentation, facial plastic surgery, non surgical cosmetic, cosmetic surgeon
Gloria Rockwell MD
5 (13 reviews)score 75/100

Dr. Gloria Rockwell handles complex cases including breast reconstruction, implant revision, and hand and microsurgery, with reviewers consistently noting thorough explanations and unhurried consultations even for difficult situations. Her team maintains the same attentive standard from first appointment through follow-up.
- Handles complex reconstruction and implant revision cases
- Skilled in hand surgery and microsurgery
- Unhurried, patient-centered consultations
- Strong track record managing post-operative complications
Watch out: Review volume is modest at 13, so the strong pattern is promising but based on a smaller sample.
Services: breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery clinic, non surgical cosmetic
Dr. Simon Chan, Plastic Surgery
4.3 (30 reviews)score 73/100

Dr. Simon Chan is best known for hand and wrist work, particularly trigger finger releases and carpal tunnel surgery, with reviewers noting excellent healing and minimal scarring alongside a warm, explanatory bedside manner. His 4.3 rating trails others on this list, largely reflecting a few pointed complaints below.
- Strong track record in hand and wrist procedures
- Minimal scarring on healed cases
- Warm bedside manner with thorough explanations
- Attentive clinic staff
Watch out: Some patients flagged slow phone responsiveness and frustration when conditions fell outside his scope and no referral was offered.
Services: breast augmentation, reconstructive surgery, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic
Dr. Ronnie Borsuk
5 (15 reviews)score 73/100

Dr. Ronnie Borsuk, a Royal College fellow, draws a perfect 5.0 rating from his reviews, with patients consistently pointing to clean scarring and precise work across tummy tucks, breast procedures, and reconstruction. His calm, attentive manner is repeatedly described as reassuring for nervous patients, with staff Christine and Tasha named for responsive follow-up.
- Board-certified, Royal College fellow
- Minimal scarring and precise incisions reported
- Calm, attentive manner for nervous patients
- Responsive administrative team
Watch out: The review base is small (15), so this is a promising but lower-confidence pick relative to higher-volume names on this list.
Services: reconstructive surgery, breast augmentation, facial plastic surgery, plastic surgery clinic