Dr. Sutton graduated from medical school at the University of British Columbia at the top of her class, with the Gold Medal and the honour of being a Wesbrook Scholar. She completed her Dermatology residency at the University of Toronto where she served as Chief Dermatology Resident during her final year. Following residency, she completed a Fellowship in Aesthetic Dermatology in San Antonio, Texas. She is board certified in both Canada and the United States, and has been a practicing Dermatologist for over 12 years.
2020 – present: Medical Director and Owner, West Dermatology
2019 – present: Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia,
2013-2015: Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Director of Aesthetic Dermatology,
University of Texas Health Sciences Centre at San Antonio
2012-2013: Fellowship in Aesthetic Dermatology, Dr. Vivian Bucay, Private Practice, San Antonio, Texas
2012: Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Board Certified Dermatologist in the United States
2012: Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Board Certified Dermatologist in Canada
2008-2012: Residency in Dermatology, University of Toronto
2007-2008: Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Toronto
2007: Doctor of Medicine, University of British Columbia
2007: Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Cell Biology, McGill University
Injectables:
- Facial Fillers
- Wrinkle Smoothing Injections
- Skin Hydrating Treatments
- Collagen Stimulating Injections: Radiesse, Sculptra
- Neuromodulators: Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Nuceiva
Laser and Light Based Devices:
- Laser Resurfacing
- BBL Broad Band light
- IPL Intense Pulsed Light
- HALO
Skin Quality Improvement
- Skincare
- Chemical Peels
- Microneedling
- Injectables for skin quality improvement and hydration
Non-invasive Body Contouring
- Coolsculpting
- Belkyra
- Sculptra and Radiesse for skin tightening
- Ulthera
Skin Tightening
- Ulthera
- Injectables
As a recognized authority in Aesthetic Dermatology, Dr. Allison Sutton integrates her top-tier education with innovative techniques to enhance your natural features in a comforting environment at her clinic, West Dermatology, in Vancouver.
Using her extensive knowledge of the skin, she achieves transformative results non-surgically, using dermal fillers, injectables, devices, and skincare. Every patient receives bespoke care in a manner that is anything but cookie-cutter. Each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique features. Dr. Sutton’s attention to detail, experienced judgment, and artistic vision produce remarkable outcomes. Her goal is to have each and every patient love their skin now and in the decades to come.
Dr. Sutton is passionate about connecting with patients and creating long-term plans for their positive aging journey. She uses cutting-edge treatments to help patients look and feel their best, emphasizing that optimal skin health and positive aging is a journey, not a race. Regular, subtle treatments over time yield the best results.
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