Dr. Babak Maleki

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Dr maleki
Was very through
Explained the treatments and surgery plus options in a concise easily understood manner
Dr maleki has experience kind helpful staff đź’“
I continue to endorse and refer all my friends and family
My surgery has been successful and I am very pleased with the outcome đź‘Ź
Consults are a great way to start and meet a very dedicated patient oriented eye surgeon and his team
Thank you Dr maleki

Submitted March 29, 2024

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Dr Maleki operated on my bilateral ptosis.
He did a beautiful job. Within a very short time post op I could see how incredibly well the incision lines disappeared into my natural creases. Now only 5 wks later I can’t see them.
I felt I was in the best of hands to have been referred to Dr Maleki to do my eye surgery.

Submitted March 21, 2024

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I unfortunately do not have anything good to write about Dr.Maleki's office. I visited last year for a blehplasty consultation with Dr.Maleki . I sat down with his "assistant" nurse May who was great! and unfortunately is no longer with Dr.Maleki. After Nurse May I went on to meet Dr.Maleki at first I was impressed and as the consultation went on I hwas very happy. Fast forward day of surgery! Nurse May came into the room followed by Dr. Maleki to go through the procedure and what I would expect. I was not impressed AT ALL with Dr. Maleki he advised me of things that could possibly happened after surgery and minutes before going into surgery and if that was enough! he was trying to upsell me on CO2 laser which by the way is not included in the price of the surgery! Nurse May in a polite way was trying to advise Dr.Maleki that CO2 laser was not appropriate for me since I travel a lot during the winter months. Needless to say my husband had to tell Dr.Maleki and Nurse May to kindly leave the room as I was getting very upset with all the NEW information I was receiving minutes before my surgery. After a few months I unfortunately had to do my follow up with Dr.Maleki, he suggested I do the Morpheus 8 which was a horrible experience with yet another nurse. I have never had so many needles in my face for numbing and to top it all off the nurse performing the Morpheus 8 was SICK!!! a few days later I ended up getting sick ! 1 week before my vacation! After this episode I called the office recently and advised their NEW co-ordinator that I would no longer go back!! So now I am stuck with a little raised scar on the side of my eye that nobody would laser for me. THANKS FOR NOTHING Dr.Maleki and staff. I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone. Just and FYI there is also a big tun around in staff I wonder why???

Submitted March 10, 2024

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I had my eyelids repaired - ptosis - and lower blepharoplasty and C02 laser performed. The work was flawless and I was exceptionally happy with the procedures, the clinic staff and Dr. Maleki. Everything was well explained, they were all very kind and the procedures took years off my face.

I would highly recommend Dr. Maleki and his whole team.

I only wish I could attache a picture so you could see what a great job he did.

Submitted Feb. 18, 2024

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Super happy with my visit with Dr Maleki. Went through ideas for what we both thought would be ideal for what I was looking for - His assistant Kelly was the first to recommend an injection filler and Botox before option 3 which was going under the knife. We even did it during what I thought was just going to be a consultation. He was caring honest during the procedure. Fingers crossed but I left extremely satisfied with Dr Maleki. I wouldn’t hesitate sending family or friends to his direction….

Submitted Dec. 14, 2023

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Five stars does not do do Dr. Maleki justice. My experience at the clinic, with the Doctor and his staff has been superlative. My husband comments on how much younger I look and my level of confidence has greatly increased.

Thank you Dr. Maleki for giving me a 2nd round with a youthful face!

Submitted Dec. 9, 2023

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I was referred to Dr. Maleki about 3 years ago for a fairly complicated cosmetic eye issue due to the effects of natural aging and an accident that weakened my right facial nerve. During my initial consult, I was immediately impressed with his extensive knowledge, his detailed observations and the time he took to explain his recommendations. A few months later, I was very nervous before the surgery but Dr. Maleki and all of his staff were exceptional at putting my mind at ease. He was very meticulous during the procedure and I really felt he took his time to do the best he possibly could. The healing progressed well and I'm still very happy with my results 2 years later. Even though I live far from Toronto, I continue to travel to see Dr. Maleki for other related non surgical concerns because I also have complete confidence in his skills outside of the OR. In addition, I know he would be the best at managing any complications should they ever occur. He somehow always manages to answer my questions before I even ask them and he never suggests more than is needed. His work is so natural and stays true to your facial features and anatomy which I think speaks volumes of his tremendous talent. I honestly can't recommend Dr. Maleki enough.

Submitted Oct. 17, 2023

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I had lower blepharoplasty and C02 laser performed and I'm very disappointed with the results. I returned for a corrective procedure consultation only to be challenged on the outcome. While he is a very pleasant person, I wouldn't recommend him.

Submitted June 25, 2023

Dr. Babak Maleki's response
I'm sorry to hear you were less than satisfied with your results. Despite our best efforts, it is not always possible to satisfy everyone's expectations. Because of privacy issues and the fact that you haven't identified yourself, we really can't comment on the specifics of your case. All we can say is that in general, we rarely would "challenge" anyone. Likely, we had a difference in opinion as to whether or not you're a good candidate for a revision surgery which can happen. The patient has a certain set of expectations and the surgeon has his own. The decision to re-operate really depends on whether the surgeon can make a significant improvement on the desired outcome. In Dr. Maleki's case this is based on his 14 years of practicing oculoplastic surgery and treating over 20,000 patients, including over 3000 lower lid blepharoplasty patients. We don't just operate to make the patient happy. We operate because we think we can make an improvement and act in the patient's best interest even if it doesn't align with their hopes and wishes. Patient's can agree or disagree with our decisions. They can also always seek a second opinion. In doing so, our only suggestion is to find an honest, well-qualified and competent surgeon who at least has the same level as expertise in the area you are looking to treat. Regardless, we wish you the best of luck in achieving your desired goals.

Submitted June 26, 2023

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Dr Maleki is a very knowledgeable doctor, he listens to you. The staff and OR nurses are so nice
If they return the phone calls more efficiently it’ the best clinic but again they are mega busy
Overall very satisfied with my experience

Submitted June 8, 2023

Dr. Babak Maleki's response
Thank you for very much for your valuable feedback. We are glad that you are satisfied with your experience overall. Yes, we do recognize that we are very busy and trying to make changes such as hire more staff so we are able to respond to phone calls more efficiently.

Submitted June 12, 2023

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I had wonderful experience with dr Maleki and the staff .

Submitted June 8, 2023

Dr. Babak Maleki's response
Thank you very much ! We are delighted to hear this !

Submitted June 12, 2023

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Biography

Dr. Babak Maleki is an ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery as well as facial esthetic rejuvenation. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine degree from McMaster University in 2003. He then completed seven years of postgraduate training in ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery and is board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. In 2010, he was recruited to Dalhousie University to become Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology. As the sole oculoplastic surgeon in Atlantic Canada, he performed over 15,000 oculoplastic procedures and trained over 30 residents in ophthalmology, plastic surgery, ENT and maxillofacial surgery. In 2015, he joined the teaching faculty at the University of Toronto, in the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences. He has also served on ORBIS, an international non-profit organization dedicated to saving sight worldwide. Dr. Maleki is highly respected by his peers and has served as past president of the Canadian Society of Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He remains an active member of the same society as well as a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Canadian Ophthalmology Society. He also serves as a journal reviewer for the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology for his expertise in oculoplastic surgery.

Languages

  • Persian
  • English
  • French

Education

  • McMaster University (Grad. 2003)
  • Dalhousie University (Grad. 2009)