Dr V W Papanastasiou

After graduating from McGill Medical School in Montreal, in 1979, he embarked on specialty training in plastic surgery and obtained his specialist certification in 1986. During his residency in plastic surgery he also obtained a Master of Science degree for his research work in microvascular surgery. Throughout his career he has endeavored to be on the cutting edge of innovation and technology in his field. In 1989, he was the first to perform syringe liposculpture in the McGill system. Then, in 1995, he was the first in Montreal to perform endoscopic breast implant surgery through a tiny incision in the underarm. Most recently he has introduced the revolutionary laser assisted Smartlipo™ to the Montreal market. He is a member of numerous professional societies and holds an academic position as Clinical Lecturer at McGill, teaching medical students and plastic surgery residents. He also teaches his surgical techniques to other visiting plastic surgeons and has lectured both in Montreal and throughout the world as well as being frequently featured in the media. He specializes in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including the face, breasts and body sculpting. His goal as a plastic surgeon has always been simple and straight-forward: to deliver the best possible results with the smallest scars and the least amount of discomfort to the patient. Known for his perfectionism and unwavering attention to detail, he prides himself not only on his surgical skills, but also on the personalized, thorough postoperative care for each and every patient.

She is a registered nurse who obtained a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Ottawa University. She has been in practice for ten years and has been on staff at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal and the Montreal General Hospital. Over the past five years she has been involved exclusively in the field of plastic surgery and now specializes in facial rejuvenation injection techniques. She has undergone intensive training in injection techniques directly supervised by Dr Papanastasiou and the training staff of Allergan (the makers of Medicis (the makers of ). She received one of the highest evaluations in the province of Quebec! Always on the lookout for new techniques, she keeps up to date by attending all major seminars dealing with injectibles and has acquired a solid reputation in Montreal and throughout the Province of Québec for obtaining superb results and facial enhancements in all our patients. She is known for her light touch and natural-looking outcomes.

She has been working with Dr. Papanastasiou since the opening of his plastic surgery facility in Montreal in 1995. With over 16 years’ experience in all aspects of cosmetic surgery, she has a wealth of information, which she is happy to share with anyone who asks and therefore help to guide you. Her goal, as the practice director, is to ensure that you obtain any and all information required in order to facilitate your decision regarding your procedure. She is also responsible for the organization of Dr Papanastasiou’s surgical and injection schedules, ensuring that proper staff is on hand to take care of you. Her commitment to you, along with her vast experience makes her the ideal resource person to help you reach your decision. She is always available to reassure you as your surgery date approaches.