Meet the Team
Dr. James Saunders
BSc MD FRCSC
Head of Surgery, Lions Gate HospitalDr. James Saunders is a Royal College-certified Plastic Surgeon and the Head of Surgery at Lions Gate Hospital. A graduate of the University of British Columbia, he completed a specialized fellowship in Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgery at Washington University in St. Louis.
Alongside serving as a Clinical Instructor at UBC and co-founder of North Shore Plastic Surgery, Dr. Saunders specializes in complex hand, upper extremity, and nerve reconstruction, alongside advanced aesthetic surgery. His practice seamlessly pairs premier clinical leadership with cutting-edge anatomical expertise to deliver natural, restorative patient outcomes.
Dr. Nasim Abedi
MD FRCSC
Head of Division of Plastic Surgery, Lions Gate Hospital
Dedicated to helping patients transform their aspirations into reality while maintaining the highest standard of safety and comfort.
Her expertise spans a myriad of procedures, from subtle enhancements to transformative changes, all executed with a commitment to natural beauty and harmony.
Education
University of British Columbia: Bachelor of Science
University of British Columbia: Doctor of Medicine
University of British Columbia: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Residency
Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland: Fellowship in Breast Reconstruction & Microsurgery
Affiliations
University of British Columbia Department of Surgery: Clinical Instructor
Dr. Zach Zhang
MD MBA FRCSC
Plastic SurgeonDr. Zach Zhang is a Royal College-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon sub-specializing in hand and wrist surgery. He is a Consultant Surgeon at Lions Gate Hospital and a Clinical Instructor at the University of British Columbia. Following his plastic surgery residency at UBC, Dr. Zhang completed an advanced Orthopedic Hand and Wrist fellowship in Melbourne, Australia. Combining clinical rigor with an MBA, he leads North Shore Plastic Surgery in North Vancouver, providing comprehensive reconstructive care alongside refined aesthetic procedures focused on natural, balanced outcomes.
Education
University of Ottawa: Doctor of Medicine
University of British Columbia: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Residency
Dandenong Hospital, Melbourne: Fellowship in Hand & Wrist Surgery
Affiliations
University of British Columbia Department of Surgery: Clinical Instructor
Dr. Willem Gouws
MD CCFP
Expert Aesthetic Physician
Dr. Gouws is a highly skilled specialist family physician with over 14 years of extensive experience in emergency care and advanced anesthesia. A graduate of the University of Pretoria in South Africa, he completed his postgraduate anesthesia training at the University of Alberta, developing an acute clinical precision in high-stakes medical environments. He is fully registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and the Canadian College of Family Physicians.
Driven by a passion for continuous learning and patient-focused care, Dr. Gouws completed his certification with the Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine. His background in emergency medicine and anesthesia provides him with a profound, exact understanding of facial anatomy and patient safety. Approaching non-surgical aesthetics with a deep respect for artistry, Dr. Gouws focuses on delivering highly tailored, safe, and natural-looking results that honor each patient's individual features.
Dr. Romina Moradi
MD CCFP
Family Physician & Skin Health SpecialistDr. Romina Moradi is a family physician with a dedicated clinical focus on dermatology, skin cancer prevention, and comprehensive skin health. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of British Columbia, where she demonstrated exceptional leadership serving as Chief Resident. A recipient of the prestigious College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) Award of Excellence, Dr. Moradi has pursued extensive international training, including dermatologic electives across Canada and Europe, and is currently completing a Diploma in General Dermatology and Skin Cancer (Australia).
As a Clinical Instructor at UBC, she is passionate about medical education, actively teaching residents in Family Medicine and Primary Care Dermatology. At North Shore Plastic Surgery, Dr. Moradi bridges the gap between medical and aesthetic skin care. Her practice emphasizes meticulous assessments and early detection of precancerous lesions alongside personalized treatment plans for sun damage, pigmentation, and skin aging—establishing a foundation of long-term skin health and radiance.
Kristy Jones
RN BSN
Aesthetic Nurse SpecialistWith over 20 years of experience as a medical aesthetic injector, Kristy is dedicated to helping clients achieve natural, individualized results that enhance and preserve their unique beauty.
She is committed to ongoing education and regularly invest in advanced training, seminars and professional development to stay at the forefront of aesthetic medicine. Her practice is grounded in evidence-based techniques, prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and long lasting outcomes. By combining clinical expertise with an artful eye, Kristy strive to deliver results that are balanced, refined and authentically you.