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5 Best Plastic Surgeon in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Choosing a plastic surgeon in Johannesburg means weighing a genuinely wide ratings spread. Across the names on this page, review counts run from 48 up to 211 and ratings stretch from 4.5 to a perfect 5, a wider gap than most cities on this site show, so the surgeon with the most reviews is not automatically the safest bet here.

Short answer: The top pick by review volume is Dr Claire Mitchell and Dr Philip Munda Surgeon (a perfect 5.0 across 211 reviews), followed by Prof Chrysis Sofianos (4.9, 152 reviews) and Dr Suleman Vadia (4.9, 63 reviews). Costs for cosmetic procedures vary widely by complexity and hospital, so treat any online figure as a rough starting point only.
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Johannesburg's Top Plastic Surgeons, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Dr Claire Mitchell and Dr Philip Munda Surgeon Johannesburg 5.0 ★ 211 Surgical and diagnostic procedures View ›
2 Prof Chrysis Sofianos 4.9 ★ 152 Facial procedures and skin cancer reconstruction View ›
3 Dr Suleman Vadia 4.9 ★ 63 Body contouring and rhinoplasty View ›
4 The Forever Institute 4.5 ★ 86 Breast surgery and body procedures View ›
5 Dr Dimitri Liakos 4.8 ★ 48 Reconstructive and pediatric procedures View ›
5 Best Plastic Surgeon in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Dr Claire Mitchell and Dr Philip Munda Surgeon Johannesburg logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Claire Mitchell and Dr Philip Munda Surgeon Johannesburg

5.0211 Google reviews

Dr Claire Mitchell and Dr Philip Munda operate a joint surgical practice in Rosebank, and reviewers describe both surgical procedures and diagnostic work carried through to a full result, not just a single consultation. Multiple reviewers specifically praise Dr Munda for staying engaged with a case until a diagnosis was reached, rather than referring out early.

What people praise

  • Perfect rating across the largest review count on this list
  • Reviewers describe genuine follow-through from consultation to result
  • Named staff, including Bianca, consistently praised for support through recovery
  • Both surgeons named individually and separately in reviews

Worth knowing

  • No public website listed, so confirm procedure details directly by phone
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating5 / 5
Review volume211 · 98th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest, most consistent review base on this list by a clear margin, with reviewers repeatedly describing a team that sees a case through rather than handing it off.

+27113276741 Directions

9 Sturdee Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196

Prof Chrysis Sofianos logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Prof Chrysis Sofianos

4.9152 Google reviews

Prof Chrysis Sofianos practices from Life Bedford Gardens Hospital and covers a wide range of surgical and non-surgical procedures, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and skin cancer excision with reconstruction. Reviewers describe both cosmetic outcomes, such as face and neck lifts, and reconstructive cases like basal cell carcinoma removal, handled by the same surgeon.

What people praise

  • Covers both cosmetic and reconstructive skin cancer surgery
  • Reviewers describe natural-looking results after facial procedures
  • Praised for a calm, humble consultation style despite academic credentials
  • Detailed explanation of recovery expectations before surgery

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer described a lack of follow-up communication after a cancelled consultation
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume152 · 93th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice for facial work specifically, and one of the few names on this list with reviewers describing reconstructive skin cancer cases alongside standard cosmetic procedures.

Website+27105005151 Directions

Suite 3 Life Bedford Gardens Hospital, 7 Leicester Rd, Bedford Gardens, Johannesburg, 2008

Dr Suleman Vadia logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Dr Suleman Vadia

4.963 Google reviews

Dr Suleman Vadia practices from Parktown West, covering breast, body, and facial procedures, with reviewers most frequently describing liposuction, fat grafting, and rhinoplasty, including a case involving his daughter's septorhinoplasty. Several reviewers describe returning for a follow-up visit a full year after the initial procedure to confirm long-term results.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe results holding up a year after the procedure
  • Detailed reviews of both body contouring and rhinoplasty outcomes
  • Team members named repeatedly and by name across different reviews
  • Reviewers describe feeling supported through a difficult post-surgery recovery period

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the top two names on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume63 · 83th
Confidenceearly
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-regarded specialist for body contouring and rhinoplasty specifically, with reviewers notably following up a year later to confirm the results held.

Website+27114821269 Directions

3rd Floor Suite 307, East Wing, 9 Guild Rd, Parktown West, Johannesburg, 2193

The Forever Institute logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Forever Institute

4.586 Google reviews

The Forever Institute, run by Dr Chetty-B in Rosebank, covers breast, body, and reconstructive procedures, including breast reduction, tummy tucks, and genital surgery. Reviewers describe detailed pre-surgery consultations that address nerves around a first-time procedure, and several specifically mention pricing being discussed clearly upfront.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe thorough handling of first-time surgery anxiety
  • Pricing discussed clearly during consultation, per multiple reviewers
  • Handles a wide range of procedures from breast reduction to reconstructive work
  • Anaesthetist and hospital staff praised alongside the surgical team

Worth knowing

  • Rating is the lowest on this list, though still solidly positive
  • A few reviewers gave lower marks without much detail on the reason
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume86 · 88th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown83% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reviewers who leave detailed accounts are consistently positive about the consultation process and pricing transparency, even though the overall rating trails the other names here slightly.

Website+27662225938 Directions

43 Sturdee Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196

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#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Dimitri Liakos

4.848 Google reviews

Dr Dimitri Liakos practices from Parktown, with a stated focus on breast, cosmetic, and reconstructive microsurgery. Reviewers describe both adult cosmetic procedures, such as explant surgery, and a pediatric ear reconstruction for a child born with a congenital ear defect, handled with particular care for a young patient.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe successful pediatric reconstructive surgery, not just adult cosmetic work
  • Detailed, risk-aware consultations before surgery
  • Support staff named consistently as helpful and accommodating
  • Specialist focus on reconstructive microsurgery

Worth knowing

  • Smallest review count on this list, so the sample is thinner than the others
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume48 · 68th
Confidenceearly
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth a specific look if your case is reconstructive, including pediatric cases, rather than purely cosmetic, though the smaller review count means less of a track record to lean on.

Website+27113566578 Directions

18 Eton Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number here comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the surgeon’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated them, ranked against other Johannesburg plastic surgeons. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a perfect score built on over 200 reviews carries more weight than one built on a few dozen. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No surgeon can pay to change these numbers.

What does plastic surgery cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Plastic surgery costs in Johannesburg depend on the specific procedure, hospital fees, anaesthetist charges, and the surgeon’s own rates, which vary considerably. There is no reliable single figure that covers breast, body, and facial work, so treat any number you see elsewhere as a rough guide only and get a formal quote after your consultation.

Serving all of Johannesburg

The surgeons above practice out of Rosebank, Bedford Gardens, and Parktown, with patients travelling from across greater Johannesburg and beyond for specialist procedures. Searching for a plastic surgeon near me? Every listing below shows a phone number and address so you can check location and book a consultation directly.

What to ask before you book a plastic surgeon

  • Are you registered with the HPCSA as a specialist plastic surgeon?
  • How many times have you performed this specific procedure?
  • What are the realistic risks and expected recovery timeline for my case?
  • What is included in the quote, including hospital and anaesthetist fees?
  • What does follow-up care look like in the weeks and months after surgery?
  • Can I see before-and-after results from patients with a similar starting point?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these plastic surgeons?

We started from real plastic surgery practices in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

How much does a plastic surgery consultation cost in Johannesburg?

Consultation fees vary by practice and procedure. Ask when you book whether the fee is credited toward the procedure if you go ahead, and get a full written quote before committing to a date.

How do I confirm a surgeon is a registered specialist in South Africa?

Ask directly for the surgeon’s HPCSA registration and specialist plastic surgery qualification before booking any surgical procedure.

The bottom line

Dr Claire Mitchell and Dr Philip Munda are the safe default given the deepest, most consistent review base on this list, while Prof Sofianos stands out specifically for facial and reconstructive work. Whoever you choose, confirm registration and get a written quote before committing to a surgery date.

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