Our People
Dr. Bawazir
MD, MSC, DABD, FRCPC Dermatologist
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine McMaster University
Dr M. Bawazir is a board-certified dermatologist in Canada and the United States of America. He completed his dermatology residency and a fellowship in advanced medical dermatology at the University of Toronto. Before that, he earned a Master of Science degree from Cardiff University, UK and a medical degree from the University of Aden, Yemen.
He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology. In addition, Dr Bawazir is currently a member of the Canadian Dermatology Association, Ontario Medical Association, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and American Academy of Dermatology. He worked as a dermatologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto.
Kevin Joy
BS.C, D.Ch
Chiropodist, Foot Specialist
Kevin graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences. During his undergraduate studies, Kevin was involved in research and lent his extra time to volunteering in a hospital and multidisciplinary settings.
Kevin completed his Chiropody training at the Michener Institute and has completed rotations in both community and private health settings.
He focuses on treating, and managing various foot conditions and ailments such as Ingrown nails, Orthotics, Compression stockings, Callus/Corn care, Nail care (fungal, thick, dystrophic, diabetic), wart treatments, Minor surgical procedures, Sports injuries, Foot aches/pains, and General foot care & assessment
Dr. Richard Backstein
BSc, MD, FRCSC
Dr Backstein is a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 2007.
He then went on to successfully complete a 5-year residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto in 2012. Since that time he has obtained additional fellowship training in Cosmetic and General Plastic Surgery in Melbourne, Australia. In addition, he has completed a fellowship in Hand and Microsurgery at the Toronto Western Hospital.
He is currently extremely active in the surgical treatment of benign and malignant skin conditions. He has co-authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Affiliations
Falls Dermatology Centre and its staff are affiliated with many medical associations such as:
