Dr. Imran Ratanshi

Dedicated to restoring form and function through advanced reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.

About Dr. Imran Ratanshi

Dr. Imran Ratanshi, MD, MSc, FRCSC is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the newest member of The Plastic Surgery Group at City Centre in Surrey, British Columbia. He serves as the Lead Reconstructive Craniofacial Surgeon and Microsurgeon for the Fraser Health Authority, providing care at multiple hospitals across the region, including Surrey Memorial Hospital, Royal Columbian Hospital, Jim Pattison Outpatient Centre, Peace Arch Hospital, and Eagle Ridge Hospital. Dr. Ratanshi also performs cosmetic surgery at Valley Medical Centre, offering patients a wide range of procedures that blend aesthetic artistry with reconstructive precision. His practice is defined by meticulous technique, innovative problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to patient care.

Education and Training

A native of Richmond, British Columbia, Dr. Ratanshi began his academic career studying Chemical Engineering, earning both undergraduate and graduate degrees from Queen’s University (Kingston, Ontario) and the University of Calgary (Calgary, Alberta).

He obtained his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Calgary, followed by Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery residency training at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg. Dr. Ratanshi then pursued dual subspecialty training in Microsurgery and Craniofacial Surgery, making him one of the few Canadian plastic surgeons to hold advanced fellowships in both disciplines.

Fellowship Training

Dr. Ratanshi’s postgraduate fellowships include:

Cancer Reconstruction and Microvascular Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA — the top-ranked cancer and reconstruction centre in the United States.
Adult Craniofacial Reconstruction and Aesthetic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA — the leading hospital in the United States, where he served as Clinical Instructor in Surgery and trained under Dr. Michael J. Yaremchuk and the Harvard Plastic Surgery Faculty.

These prestigious programs provided extensive experience in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery for complex facial, cranial, and soft-tissue conditions.

Global Surgical Experience and Advanced Training

During his career, Dr. Ratanshi has studied and collaborated with some of the world’s foremost reconstructive surgeons, including:

Dr. Frederick Menick, Tucson, Arizona — nasal reconstruction
Dr. Peter Neligan, University of Washington — microsurgery
Dr. Joon-Piu Hong, Asan Medical Center, Seoul — super-microsurgery
Dr. Isao Koshima, University of Hiroshima — advanced microsurgical reconstruction

His international training has shaped a practice that combines technical mastery with an appreciation for cultural and aesthetic diversity. He has authored numerous book chapters in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery textbooks, presented award-winning clinical research, and remains deeply committed to academic excellence and teaching.

Professional Roles and Recognition

Dr. Ratanshi’s career reflects a strong balance between clinical practice, education, and innovation. He currently serves as a Clinical Instructor in Surgery within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, where he continues to mentor medical students and residents.

He has been recognized for his outstanding teaching and research contributions, including:

Clinical Teacher of the Year, Manitoba Medical Students’ Association
Microsurgery Scholarship Recipient, Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons (2017)

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Ratanshi provides a full range of reconstructive and cosmetic procedures, with specialized expertise in:

Craniofacial and facial reconstructive surgery
Microsurgery and cancer reconstruction
Breast surgery and aesthetic enhancement
Abdominal wall reconstruction
Body contouring procedures

His dual background in engineering and surgery lends him a precise, analytical approach to surgical design and problem-solving.

Commitment to Patient Care

Dr. Ratanshi and his team are dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centred care. Every treatment plan is guided by compassion, precision, and respect for the patient’s goals. His practice philosophy emphasizes restoring confidence and quality of life through safe, innovative, and individualized surgical solutions.

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Imran Ratanshi at The Plastic Surgery Group at City Centre in Surrey, contact our office today. Experience expert reconstructive and aesthetic care led by one of Canada’s most extensively trained plastic surgeons.