A board-certified gynecologist, Dr. Darren Lazare, is an experienced surgeon and committed advocate for women’s health. He has been performing labiaplasty, vaginoplasty and other vagina reconstruction procedures for more than ten years, helping women regain confidence and achieve their desired aesthetic.

Dr. Lazare is rated as the #1 gynecologist in Surrey, British Columbia according to RateMDs.

Dr. Darren Lazare received his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of British Columbia. He successfully completed his subspecialty fellowship training in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery at the University of Alberta. Dr. Lazare has been appointed as a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia where he is the residency supervisor for the urogynecology program. He is a Surgeon Champion for the American College of Surgeon’s National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP). He is a committed advocate for women’s health, medical education and quality improvement initiatives while maintaining a full clinical, reconstructive and cosmetic practice.

Dr. Lazare’s professional memberships include the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, the Canadian Society of Pelvic Medicine, the International Urogynecology Association, the International Continence Society and the American Urogynecology Society.

Aaron Goldstein, MBBS has a background in men’s health and a variety of surgical procedures. He was founder and lead clinician at a vasectomy clinic in Cairns, Australia and was the first to bring cutting edge No Scalpel Vasectomy to the men in that region. He has performed thousands of No Scalpel Vasectomy procedures before joining Pollock Clinics in Greater Vancouver in 2022.

Dr. Goldstein has now trained to the highest standard under world leading experts Dr. Neil Pollock and Dr. Jack Chang at Pollock Clinics in British Columbia. He practices the Pollock Technique™ circumcision for all ages, as well as the Shang Ring circumcision method for men. Furthermore, he also offers vasectomy services and is experienced in men’s sexual health, providing testosterone replacement therapy and penile augmentation.

Dr. Goldstein is the lead physician of the Pollock T-Optimizer™ program, a clinically advanced method of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). He offers an evidence-based, patient-centered approach to hormone replacement therapy that ensures each man receives a tailored treatment plan for his unique needs. He is eager to help men treat low testosterone in a safe and effective way.

Dr. Goldstein, alongside Dr. Chang, serves as the clinical co-lead for the education program responsible for training other physicians at Pollock Clinics in BC. He looks forward to offering his surgical knowledge to men and families at both clinic locations in Vancouver and New Westminster.

Dr. Robert Dale, MD, is a Vancouver native who earned an Honours Bachelor of Medical Sciences with distinction from the University of Western Ontario before returning to the University of British Columbia to complete his medical training. Initially pursuing two years of surgical residency in Urology, Dr. Dale later transitioned to General Practice, ultimately finding his true passion in medical aesthetics. Specializing in advanced cosmetic injectable procedures, he is dedicated to creating natural yet transformative results through tailored, holistic treatment plans.

As the Medical Director of The Vanity Lab in Yaletown, Vancouver, Dr. Dale oversees a premier medical aesthetics clinic in one of the city’s most stylish neighborhoods. Alongside his wife, Dr. Supreet Maan, he co-founded Evergreen MD Aesthetics, offering expert medical aesthetics services in South Surrey/White Rock. Dr. Dale is also deeply committed to education. He is a Clinical Instructor in the UBC Department of Surgery, teaching future physicians and surgeons essential operating skills. Additionally, he mentors medical professionals across Canada as a peer-to-peer instructor for the pharmaceutical industry, sharing his expertise in safe and effective aesthetic treatments.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Dale is a proud father to two young boys, aged 4 and 1.5. Balancing a busy career with fatherhood, he cherishes spending time with his family and embraces the joys and challenges of raising two energetic little ones.

Female Plastic Surgeon, Vancouver

Board-certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Janine Roller of Pacific Plastic Surgery Group blends art and science with innovation and skill to provide her patients with impeccable results. She approaches each procedure from an artistic point of view, creating results that showcase the delicate balance between aesthetic beauty and medical precision.

In all aspects of her plastic surgery practice, Dr. Roller is dedicated to perfection and takes great pride in providing patients with results that make them feel better about their appearance. As a female plastic surgeon in British Columbia, Dr. Roller creates cosmetic transformations that genuinely look natural by fusing precisely applied medical knowledge with artistic intuition.

After obtaining a Bachelor’s degree with Honours from Simon Fraser University, Dr. Roller was accepted to the prestigious University of British Columbia Plastic and Reconstructive training program. She rose to the position of Chief Resident, and following graduation, underwent additional subspecialty training in Breast Surgery and Microsurgery at the University of Manitoba, before returning back home to Vancouver. Dr. Roller is a Board-Certified Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, with a sub-specialty training in Plastic Surgery. She specializes in both breast surgery, body contouring and facial aesthetics. She is an active member of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Canadian Medical Association, and a member of the Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Patrick Bitter, Jr., M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in non-surgical treatments to improve skin health and delay aging and anti-aging medicine. He is the founder of Advanced Aesthetic Dermatology and maintains medical practices in Los Gatos, CA and Beverly Hills, CA. He graduated from the University of California with highest honors in Biology. He received his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his dermatology residency at Stanford University School of Medicine in 1986.

Dr. Bitter is regarded as the pioneer in the use of pulsed light technology for skin rejuvenation. He is the developer of the acclaimed FotoFacial procedure using pulsed light to rejuvenate aged skin. He has authored several groundbreaking scientific papers on the use of pulsed light for skin rejuvenation. He is a sought after lecturer and teacher and has taught over four thousand physicians worldwide in the use of pulsed light. Dr. Bitter has been featured as a celebrity dermatologist on ABC’s Extreme Makeover. He is a member of several professional societies including Fellowship in the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Dr. Bitter has been a consultant to the medical laser device industry and to nutritional and anti-aging companies.

Dr. Bitter is proud to be the dermatologist for the San Jose Sharks National Hockey League Team. He is also a former USA Triathlon National Champion and two-time Hawaiian Ironman Triathlon finisher. Dr. Bitter took out the award for Male Dermatologist of the Year at the MyFaceMyBody Awards USA 2018. Stars and the elite of America’s Aesthetics Industry lit up the red carpet at the MyFaceMyBody Awards USA 2018 the ‘Oscars’ of the aesthetics industry. Held at the iconic Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Los Angeles. Leaders in aesthetics, VIP’s, press and celebrities gathered from across the United States for this industry night of nights. The Global Aesthetic Awards celebrate and honor those at the pinnacle of the beauty business. Dr. Bitter was selected from hundreds of applicants from across America to win the coveted title of Male Dermatologist of the Year at the MyFaceMyBody Awards USA 2018.

Former actress and filmmaker Dr. Janet Ip is thrilled to make her debut at Project Skin MD, infusing artistry into medicine through her cosmetic practice. Her own struggle with teenage acne sparked an early interest in skin care and ignited an early passion for dermatology (cue: pursuit of flawless skin).

Originally from Winnipeg, this sweet Prairie Girl transplanted herself to the coast to complete a medical degree and family practice residency at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Ip practiced for 12 years at Pacific Derm, caring for a wide range of skin conditions and diseases, and honing a special interest in acne, rosacea, and skin cancers, as well as in cosmetic procedures.

She is currently a Clinical Instructor at UBC and lectures and teaches medical residents in the field of dermatology and the use of dermoscopy. She has been a repeat facilitator and panelist at the DermaCon conference, a continuing medical education event for health care professionals nationwide.

She’s quite the smarty-pants: Dr. Ip has published research in the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery and has been the recipient of numerous academic scholarships and research awards, including recognition from the UBC Division of Dermatology and BC Cancer Foundation for her work in the field of skin cancer. She has been a medical consultant for the Globe and Mail and Canadian Health publications, as well as a participant in public skin cancer screening clinics held by the Canadian Dermatology Association.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Ip is a film, theatre and fashion buff and dabbles in the art of animal photography. She is excited to join the ranks of artists at Project Skin MD and to work once again with Dr. Bill McGillivray and this incredible team.

As an aesthetics physician for over five years, Dr. Lo brings a wealth of diverse knowledge and experience to the Dermapure Team. Dr. Lo is a resident injector at our sister clinic Project Skin.
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Dr. Lo specializes in full facial restoration and prides himself in creating natural and individualized results. With a keen aesthetic eye and meticulous attention to detail, he understands the importance of working with his patient’s natural anatomy and appreciates the unique beauty standards across different ethnic groups. A respected expert in his field, Dr. Lo is constantly refining his skills and has been mentored by some of the top dermatologists and plastic surgeons in the industry. ⁠
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Dr. Lo completed his medical and family medicine residency training at the University of British Columbia. Following his graduation, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Practical Dermatology with honours from Cardiff University in Wales, UK.⁠ ⁠
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Dr. Lo is an active board member of the Primary Care Dermatology Society of Canada and remains committed to his ongoing education in dermatology- constantly ahead of new advancements in medical and cosmetic dermatology.⁠
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Prior to his medical career, he was a registered dietitian with the College of Dietitians of BC. He is tri-lingual – fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin and has a busy aesthetics practice in the city of Richmond. Dr. Lo is also a published author; his work has been published in both the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and the Surgery Journal of Current Clinical Care. He is an avid horror movie fan and likes to bake banana cakes.

Dr. Albert Lamprecht obtained his medical degree in South Africa in 1989. With a background of General Medicine, Obstetrics, Trauma and Emergency Medicine, Dr. Lamprecht has been practicing in Canada for the past 32 years. Since 2004, he has worked as a Family Physician in White Rock and Emergency Physician at Peace Arch Hospital. Dr. Lamprecht is also a member of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

Dr. Lamprecht has been involved in Aesthetic Medicine over the past decade. He has special interests in facial rejuvenation and restoration using neuromodulators and fillers and believes in a personalized approach to medical aesthetics. His goal is to provide his patients with sustainable and natural results based on their unique features and objectives. A skilled and experienced aesthetic physician, Dr Lamprecht is known for his sense of communication, vision, and precision.

Dr. Sachit Shah, founder of the Beautiful Canadian Laser and Skincare Clinic , is a distinguished physician registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC and the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom. In addition to his family medicine practice and his role as a clinical assistant professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Dr. Shah specializes in aesthetic medicine. A graduate of the University of Wales, Cardiff, in practical dermatology, he is also a founding member of the British Columbia Society of Aesthetic Physicians (BCSAP).

Dr. Shah’s fascination with aesthetics and the potential of laser technology began at the turn of the millennium, motivating him to become a pioneer of medical aesthetic treatments in Surrey, British Columbia. Committed to staying at the forefront of advancements, Dr. Shah continually updates his knowledge by attending training courses and speaking engagements throughout North America and Europe. His extensive knowledge of laser physics and extensive experience with various lasers allow him to offer treatments tailored to each individual’s needs.

Recognized for his expertise, Dr. Shah is regularly invited to exclusive meetings and presentations on aesthetic procedures, where he shares his insights and discoveries in this field. He is passionate about personalizing treatments to meet the essential needs of patients, with the goal of patient satisfaction and improving their quality of life. A strong advocate for ethical practices in aesthetic medicine, Dr. Shah co-founded BCSAP to promote adherence to standards and ensure the best patient care.