About Us

Dr. A.O. Atiyah is a Board-Certified Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He completed his undergraduate, medical school and residency training at Dalhousie University. After receiving his Royal College certification in Plastic Surgery, he started his practice in Cape Breton as the first and only Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgeon on Cape Breton Island. He holds the academic rank of Assistant Professor in Plastic Surgery at Dalhousie University. Dr. Atiyah completed the Aesthetic fellowship training at the University of Toronto, where he worked with world-renowned faculty. He has introduced cutting-edge innovations in cosmetic surgery to Cape Breton. Dr. Atiyah has served as the Chief of Surgery in the Cape Breton District Health Authority. He is a member of many societies, including the Canadian Society of Plastic surgeons, the Canadian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Atiyah’s goal is to provide excellent care to Cape Bretoners. He strives for natural results leading to a better version of himself. The objective is not for you to look like someone else. Dr. Atiyah listens to your needs and will provide recommendations that best fit you. Dr. Atiyah’s training, certifications and specialties allow him to make recommendations suitable to the patient’s needs, whether non-surgical or surgical. Patient safety is paramount, and quality results are his mission.