Kenneth Dickie, MD, FRCSC

If you are thinking about it- Do it!
This private clinic has a wonderful upbeat team that make you feel like you’re in a spa from your first consult!
Dr Dickie and his wife along with all the many other staff who supported me in my decision to have my surgery and then the surgery itself- made this experience stress free. You can feel the experience here- feel the confidence! If you’re looking for a place to feel supported and experience the full confidence of a great team and their surgeon- this is the place!

Two years later, I still tear up when I look at my breast implants.
Two years ago, my life was changed and the outlook on my body was never the same. I am forever grateful for the exemplary care and expert surgery I received at the Royal Centre, and my breasts look perfect- they are the thing I love most about my body. I completely put myself into the hands of the doctor and staff, trusted them to help me make the right decisions about the size and options available, and to have my surgery done in a private setting was a dream. Someone always answered my questions and concerns in the aftercare, and the clinic staff felt like family.
My only regret is having not gone to visit Dr, Dickie sooner.

It has been 3 weeks since I had abdomplasmy (diastasis recti). I cannot express how pleased I am. The results were beyond my expectations. Dr. Dickie has amazing expertise skills. The clinic team, right from entering the office to the front desk... excellent staf!! Mrs. Shawnie Dickie plays a huge role at the clinic and made me feel so comfortable during my whole experience. Now I look and feel amazing , the transformation restored my self confidence. I'm still in shocked everytime I look in the mirror considering what he had to work with . I wish I would of had this done sooner. If your considering this surgery take the next step and book a consultation. Do it for you and you only. NO REGRETS. Thank you Dr. Dickie and staff you all amazed me right from beginning .

After 16 years of living in a traumatized body I finally bit the bullet and sought out the only procedure that could offer me assistance.

Dr Dickie and team did a tummy tuck with deep muscle repair and liposuction of the hips and waist on me on June 23, 2021 (I’m writing this 3 days post op!).

Recovery so far has been interesting - I pulled an abdominal muscle and tried to take only low dose pain killers for the first 48 hours. Tried. Failed. But a good effort on my part.

The best part of everything so far has been the absolutely astounding team Dr D employs (and himself). Every single person who came into contact with me over the process so far has been compassionate, thorough, more than capable, and beyond comforting.

I walked into this with extreme medical trauma causing me to have deep fear of everything from medications to needles, anaesthesia, you name it, and I was treated honestly like I was so valid and cared for. Dr D is straight to the point and I like his honesty - if you’ve done your own research, been honest with yourself, and managed your expectations in advance then you won’t hear anything surprising in your consultation. Beyond that he was such a kind and soft presence in the moments before procedure.

His wife Shaunie, and his anesthesiologist (Dr Taylor? I can’t remember but I wish to god I could because he was incredible) are both sympathetic and likeable humans who really know how to listen and want to make your experience with them as pleasant and easy as possible. I can’t explain the ways the clinic went above and beyond to make accommodations for my physical and mental health issues - and not once did I feel like a burden or that I asked stupid questions.

The desk staff and nurses on site were kind and thorough and great communicators with me and my caregivers - this I think played a huge part in how quickly I was able to be released from recovery (which was quicker than everyone expected!).

The procedure itself seemed like it was a breeze taking less time than expected. I was also given the most efficient amount of pain and nausea management without being completely out of it - literally making coherent “I didn’t die” FaceTime calls shortly after waking up from anaesthesia. I had a two hour drive home and a stop for medication pick up and was completely comfortable - even posting on Instagram stories.

Follow up calls were on evening of surgery and 24 hours (and I personally added a 48 hour one with my primary care giver for extra safety). Again nothing but kindness and compassion and availability for any and all issues.

Despite the aforementioned early recovery surprises and having no idea what I’m even going to look like yet I can say the experience with Dr Dickie and staff alone would make me do this all over again. I will absolutely be seeing them again for future procedure without question.



Updated on 5 Sep 2021:
Aside from my brain having a hard time processing looking at a totally new body (some body euphoria, some confusion????) I’m adjusting super well!!
There’s one very stubborn spot of swelling that I believe to be the consequence of a single too soon walk that caused discomfort for a week, which has led me to choosing to stay in 24/7 compression for the entirely of the last 11 weeks, as well as delaying any uptick in activity.
Dr was amazing and gave extra compression advice, checked thoroughly for seroma (even after letting me know he was very sure it was not, which was great because I need to see it to believe it usually) and was beyond patient with my anxieties.

Seroma check was awful; 0/10 do not recommend but at no fault of doctor, just sort of the nature of the process.

Section of stomach under belly button still has no feeling. Very weird but am holding out hope for change. Everything else is fully back along the incision line, with only residual numbness in Lipo areas on hips. There are some tissue based imperfections and dips however knowing that it was possible I’m not too bothered by them. It’s nothing working out and future adjustments can’t deal with.

Basically every time I think I can’t get happier with the results, they change and I’m excited all over again! I’m already planning for future procedures with Dr. D and staff.

Hi there, I thought I would share my journey. 

I choose Dr. Dickie because he is a well-known surgeon in my area, not only does he have a private practice, but he is heading the plastics at the royal victoria hospital in Barrie.

I also personally know an O.R nurse that worked for him in the past, she also had some work done and was exceptionally pleased with her results.

He, his wife, and the staff are amazing, even though they are very busy they would stop and drop what they were doing to discuss my worries about the upcoming procedure.my emails were answered relatively quickly.

Follow-up has been great thus far with phone calls from both Dr. Dickie and his wife Shawnie.

I had a chin implant with lipo, and a platysma lift.

I hope this helps anyone looking for an amazing surgeon.



Updated on 1 Jun 2021:
8 weeks post op .. still a bit of swelling under my chin , I’m assuming from the lipo and platysmaplasty.
At first I thought that my chin was overdone , but once the swelling went down it seems proportionate.
Overall

After hitting puberty much earlier than everyone around me, I have always been self-conscious. My main insecurity was my large chest. By grade 8 I had a bra size of 32 DDD. I have never been able to wear the bathing suits or clothes that everyone else my age wears without being uncomfortable, and most of the time I couldn't even fit into them. I have known since I was young that I want to have a breast reduction. As soon as I got my moms okay, (which took a while to get), I started my journey. It was the best decision that I have ever made. I am currently only a week and a half into recovery, but I can already tell that it turned out amazing and I don't regret anything. I went from a 32 DDD to a 32 B.

Updated on 15 Mar 2021:
Today is two days from my four week postop mark. I got my sterile strips removed, and everything is healing amazing! I had a bit of internal bleeding on my right breast, but everything is looking like it’s sorting itself out.

Updated on 20 Apr 2021:
Tomorrow will be 9 weeks since my breast reduction, and I have never been happier. I finally feel comfortable in my own body. Saying Dr. Dickie has changed my life would be an understatement!!

Updated on 2 Dec 2021:
After ten months of healing, I think it’s safe to say my breasts have funny adjusted to their new size. Before my surgery, I was a 32 DDD, and I am now sitting at a small 32 B which is exactly what I asked for. My scars are fading nicely, and I have even started to regain feeling in my whole breast.
Since having my surgery in February 2021, my world has completely changed. I am now able to comfortably exercise without pain and discomfort, and I can fit into any sports bra I want! I can also wear clothing items I couldn’t before, like v necks, or even bikinis. My confidence before surgery was next to nothing, but now I am excited to go out every day wearing cute clothes, rather than trying to hide. If anyone is considering a breast reduction but is on the fence, I would strongly encourage you to go for it!

I first discovered Dr Ken Dickie, Shawnie, and the incredible team at Royal Centre of Plastic Surgery in 2013. Since that time, I have shared with everyone who will listen my absolute pleasure with every procedure I’ve experienced and feel it’s high time to express my gratitude in writing. I have enjoyed various procedures, from the best facial of my life (thank you Christine!) to laser hair removal, Juvéderm injections, and cosmetic surgery. The experience with RCPS is always exceptional. I especially appreciate the combination of expert medical care and genuine kindness. I continue to offer my highest praise and recommendation for RCPS.

Good Afternoon Shawnie & Dr. Dickie

Later this week your company will receive a thank you gift from me. This is to thank you and your staff for the amazing customer service I have experienced through my latest journey. From Kim and Mel, Christine, surgical staff - Janet, Rosemarie, Dr. Taylor and everyone else I haven't even met that work in your company. (If I missed anyone, I apologize now...some names were mentioned as I was going to sleep...)

Thank you seems so small for how I feel about my surgery.

Dr. Dickie, thank you for the skill you have to help people like me, to feel good about my wellness journey. After losing so much weight and looking in the mirror to someone I no longer recognized, to feeling younger and more confident in this journey.

Shawnie, you made me feel calm when I was struggling with this major surgery and change. I was afraid and I sought out your opinions and you were there for me each step of the way. Before, during and after. Thank you for your calming nature and kind words.

The surgery team made me feel confident in the surgery and how I would be handled during the surgery and Dr. Taylor gave me an IV that wasn't painful at all! First time in my life! Thank's to my Nurses - Janet and Rosemarie who told me that they love working at Royal Centre! They told me I was in good hands.

Christine for an amazing face massage! Amazing hands!

I know that there are probably others I haven't mentioned or met yet but I'm sure they are the same as far as being customer service focused.

I will end with Kim and Mel who are your Directors of First Impressions. Professional individuals who are kind, sensitive and always made me feel like I was a "somebody".

Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and this is where I want to channel that gratefulness!

I will be back - there are other parts, as a result of this weight loss that I would like "tailored".

God Bless You All,

Nancy

I used this site for my research to find the right surgeon, so I am posting my review here. From the first consultation, fielding all of my questions and concerns with patience, through the procedure and then with the follow up, Dr. Dickie and his team surpassed every expectation I had. He is truly an artist and worth every cent. The staff are amazing and made me feel like a friend. His wife, Shawnee, the best part of the office, understood exactly what I was after and gave me the confidence to do this for myself. I'm a week post op, and I can already see the amazing results. The medical staff and nurses were so kind and informative. I obviously have only good things to say! I have even recommended them to my best friend for a breast augmentation.

What a transformation! I had my mommy make-over at 54! Dr. Dickie performed 2 separate procedures: Lipo of the legs in Nov 2019, and Feb 2020 I had a tummy tuck with Lipo of hips and waist. I look like a young girl again, and feel so good in my wardrobe already. My shorts don’t curl up or stick to my thighs anymore! l have struggled all my life with oversized thighs and difficulty finding pants that fit! Not anymore! Why did I not do this sooner? I have to say thank you to Dr. Dickie for my transformation. You, are an artist and an incredible surgeon! Such a kind and caring man! Thank you Dr. Taylor for giving me a wonderful sedation twice. Thank you Shawnie (Dr.Dickie’s wife) for the “quality control” and follow up calls, and the whole team from reception to nurses! I can’t say enough about the level of service I received. Top notch! “I look amazing!” Thank you all! Jules