Kintsugi and Plastic Surgery

As a plastic surgeon and a craftsman, I delight in solving problems requiring repair, whether it is in my... read more

Diet, Exercise, and Weight Control

I am frequently consulted by patients for body contour surgery, liposuction or other ways of reducing unwanted fat. Under... read more

Exercise After Breast Augmentation

One of the most common questions in my practice is often asked the day after surgery at by patients... read more

9 Key Qualifications For Choosing A Vancouver Cosmetic Surgeon

Here are some key qualifications to look for and questions to ask when choosing a Vancouver-based cosmetic plastic surgeon.... read more

What is a Plastic Surgeon? Choosing A Cosmetic Surgeon

The Longest Journey begins with the first step If you are just starting to consider plastic surgery, you are... read more

Can I Nurse With Breast Implants?

At his Vancouver clinic, Dr. Gelfant sees many breast augmentation patients who wonder if they will be able to... read more

Body Contour Surgery: A Patient’s Guide To Cosmetic Plastic Surgery

This is an excerpt from Dr. Gelfant’s book Cosmetic Plastic Surgery: A Patient Guide, which was originally published in... read more

The New Ideal® Implant Is Now Available In Canada

The new Ideal® Implant has arrived in Canada, and we have now done the first case at our Vancouver... read more

The History of Facelifts

Patients and surgeons have widely varying definitions of the term facelift. In my practice, I prefer to refer to... read more

Health Canada Approves The Ideal® Breast Implant

Health Canada, along with the FDA in the USA, finally approved the Ideal®Implant, for general use, a week ago.... read more

Adjusting Your Skin Care Regimen for Autumn

Just as you adjust your wardrobe choices when the seasons change, you should also adjust your skin care regimen.... read more

Common Questions About The Benefits of Silicone And Saline Implants

When pursuing breast augmentation surgery, you must make a number of decisions regarding your procedure. One of the main... read more