A Practice Built Around One Anatomical Zone
Dr. Harmeet Gill trained in medicine at a time when subspecialisation was becoming the standard of excellence in surgical care. His path through ophthalmology and into ASOPRS fellowship was not incidental — it was a deliberate choice to build the deepest possible expertise in the most demanding periorbital territory.
At EyeFACE Institute, every procedure performed by Dr. Gill involves the eyes or the face. There is no general practice, no diversification into body contouring or breast surgery. The clinical focus is absolute — and patients notice the difference.
His approach is characterised by restraint and precision. The goal is a result that looks like the patient — rested, refreshed, and natural — not a result that announces surgical intervention. The standard is not “acceptable”; it is the same standard he would apply to a family member.
Training & Education
Medical School
Full medical training and clinical foundation
Ophthalmology Residency
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada — five years of complete ophthalmic surgical training including full ocular anatomy, physiology, and disease
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Fellowship
The highest subspecialty credential in periorbital surgery. One to two years of dedicated training in eyelid aesthetics and reconstruction, orbital surgery, lacrimal system, and periorbital facial rejuvenation. Fewer than 30 positions awarded annually across North America
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Peer-reviewed surgical credential recognising training standards, ethics, and continuing education
Credentials & Affiliations
Fellowship
ASOPRS — Oculofacial Plastic Surgery
Royal College
FRCSC — Ophthalmology
American College
FACS — Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
Academic
Faculty, University of Toronto Department of Ophthalmology
Hospital
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Facility
CPSO-Inspected Level 3 Out-of-Hospital Premises
Experience
10,000+ eyelid procedures performed
Professional Memberships
- ✦American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS)
- ✦Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
- ✦American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- ✦Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS)
- ✦Ontario Medical Association (OMA)
Scope of Practice
Dr. Gill performs both cosmetic and functional oculofacial procedures. Functional procedures — including ptosis repair, ectropion and entropion correction, and orbital surgery — may be covered by OHIP when eligibility criteria are met.
Academic & Teaching Role
As a faculty member at the University of Toronto Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Gill contributes to the training of the next generation of oculoplastic surgeons. His academic involvement keeps him current with evolving evidence, technique refinement, and the standards of subspecialty practice.
His hospital affiliation at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre provides access to complex reconstructive and orbital cases managed within a major academic medical centre.