Dr. Thomas Buonassisi

TRUST YOUR FACE TO A TOP FACIAL PLASTIC SURGEON

For the discerning patient who will accept nothing less than a specialist for their facial procedure, there is just one question they need answered: does this surgeon dabble in facial cosmetic surgery or is it a core part of their practice?

Dr. Buonassisi is a superbly trained and highly experienced facial cosmetic surgeon, and widely considered a top rhinoplasty surgeon, rhinoplasty specialist and facial rejuvenation expert. In practice for 15 years, he focuses on plastic surgery of the nose, eyes, face, neck and ears. Dr. Buonassisi is a board certified Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon with 15 years experience performing surgical and non-surgical cosmetic facial procedures. He performs a high volume of face, eye, neck & nose surgery on a weekly basis. To book a consultation with Dr. Buonassisi, please request a consultation.

About 8 West Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Clinic

8 West Clinic has a 15 year history of creating satisfying outcomes for thousands of patients. Our team of experts, including our patient care managers, registered nurses and medical aestheticians are here to make your experience a great one. To book a consultation with Dr. Thomas Buonassisi, please call 604 733 1669 or book now. You will hear from one of our patient care managers, who will answer all your questions and arrange a time for you to meet in person with Dr. Buonassisi, or meet online virtually if you are an out of town patient.

Dr. Buonassisi’s Facial Cosmetic Surgery Procedures Performed

Dr. Buonassisi’s Sub Specialist Training in Facial Plastic Surgery

Following medical school at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Buonassisi completed a five-year surgical residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. After his residency, Dr. Buonassisi completed a fellowship in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive surgery in Sydney and Perth Australia. He traveled internationally to train with renowned experts in the field, working closely with top surgeons in the United States and Australia.

Dr. Buonassisi then went on to complete certification by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS). The ABFPRS is the only medical board in North America that certifies physicians exclusively in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery of the face and neck. Board Certification by the ABFPRS is viewed as the premier credential in Facial Plastic Surgery. The certification process is rigorous and requires surgeons to have extensive training and experience in facial plastic surgery.

If you are thinking about having a procedure with Dr. Buonassisi, please take advantage of our complimentary pre consultation. This is a discussion with a knowledgeable patient care expert who can help determine what procedure might be right for you, give you more information about recovery and tell you how much the procedure costs.

Board Certification in Facial Plastic Surgery

American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Professional Associations

American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
The Society of Specialists of British Columbia

Education

Fellowship: Facial Plastic Surgery with the Australian Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
Residency: Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of British Columbia; Vancouver, BC

Medical Degree

MD, University of British Columbia School of Medicine; UBC, Vancouver, BC

Professional Appointments

Head of the department of Otolaryngology, Lions Gate Hospital
Staff surgeon, Lion’s Gate Hospital – providing emergency care for patients with head & neck emergencies
Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia