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About Dr. Weksberg
Dr. Fred Weksberg MD, FRCP, owner and medical director of
the Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology and the Toronto Vein
Clinic, is recognized as a leader in the field of cosmetic
dermatology.
With over 20 years' experience, Dr. Weksberg makes cosmetic
dermatology, dermatologic surgery and sclerotherapy
his specialties. He is a recognized expert in the field of
"cosmetic injectables": Botox,
Juvederm,
Restylane,
Sculptra,
CosmoDerm,
CosmoPlast,
Collagen, and
Sculptra. His private Toronto practice encompasses
treatment for both men and women for cosmetic dermatology
procedures.
Dr. Weksberg has perfected new techniques for
Thermage – the mini
facelift with no down time – also used for tightening skin
around the eyes and abdomen. He offers
Microdermabrasion (skin
polishing), VascuLight™
for the removal of facial and
leg veins,
Photorejuvenation for removal
of lesions caused by sun damage, and BLU-U Photodynamic therapy
for acne treatment. Other procedures include Laser Hair Removal
and Glycolic Acid facial peels. Fraxel
laser resurfacing has become a new popular procedure to
improve skin texture, tone, and colour.
In 1990 Dr. Weksberg established the Toronto Vein Clinic,
which remains at
the forefront of sclerotherapy treatment and has made Dr.
Weksberg's name
synonymous with vein treatment in Toronto. He also
regularly
visits underserviced areas in Northern Ontario to provide
dermatology and
cosmetic services.
Dr. Weksberg is a top physician injector who teaches
injectable techniques to other physicians. His practice has
been named as the "Centre of Excellence" in Central Canada
for Botox Cosmetic treatment. He remains constantly involved with the
development of new
technologies. His Toronto office was one of the two Canadian
centers for research
and development for new laser technology. This exciting new
technology is
used for photorejuvenation, hair removal and acne. He was
also involved with injectable studies with Juvederm and most
recently for Sculptra-the mini facelift.
Recognized as an expert in the field of cosmetic
dermatology, Dr. Weksberg is
frequently invited to lecture and train colleagues, both
locally and abroad. He has
published in medical journals, is frequently quoted in media
publications, and
appears regularly on news and television shows.
Credentials:
Dr. Weksberg is a graduate of McGill University, and studied
medicine at the
University of Alberta, graduating with distinction and 1st
class standing. He is board certified in Dermatology in the
United States, and is licensed in Florida and teaches medical students on
a regular basis.
Professional affiliations:
Past President: Canadian Laser Aesthetic Surgery Society
(CLASS)
Current member of Canadian Laser Aesthetic Surgery Society
(CLASS)
Past Vice President of Education of the Canadian Society of
Phlebology
Instructor in the Department of Dermatology, University of
Toronto
Holds staff positions at 3 Ontario hospitals
Member of the Canadian Dermatology Association
Member of Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Member of the Canadian Society of Phlebology
Member of the American Academy of Dermatology
Member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and
Surgery
Allergan Botox injection trainer for other physicians
Member of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada
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