Why Montréal Has Become a Mecca for People Seeking Facial Feminization Surgery
If you've been thinking about having Facial Feminization Surgery and have been looking into FFS surgeons, you've probably already come across a number of personal stories from people who have traveled to Montréal, Canada for FFS. This may come as a surprise but Montréal is a mecca for people from around the world seeking FFS. The city itself is truly a world-class destination, known for its warm hospitality and unique French Canadian culture—a slice of Europe in North America. Visiting Montréal is a treat for anyone who likes to travel but most importantly, Montréal is home to one of the best-known FFS practices in the world. In this introduction to Facial Feminization Surgery in Montréal, you'll find out more about why this charming multicultural city continues to top the list of destinations for those seeking Facial Feminization Surgery.
Bonjour Montréal!
Montréal is the largest city in the Canadian province of Québec. It's the eighth-most-populous North American city by population (1.7 million in 2017) and the second largest primarily French-speaking city in the world, after Paris. Montréal is a big, bustling and exhilarating city known for its love of festivals, the arts, exquisite food experiences and good living.
Old Montréal dates to the 17th century and was designated as a Heritage Site in 1964. Its narrow cobblestone streets are full of lively plazas and charming shops and cafes. Some of the architecture here is amazing, such as the Notre-Dame Basilica, a huge Gothic Revival church. Downtown Montréal is a hub of shops, office buildings, and busy bars. Cultural sights here include the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts and Chinatown.
Throughout the year, there are a number of festivals in Montréal that are worth checking out, including: the famous Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, which holds the 2004 Guinness World Record as the world's largest jazz festival; Carifiesta Montréal, dedicated to celebrating Montréal's Carribean community; the Grand Prix car race, Comiccon, Shakespeare in the Park, Just For Laughs comedy festival, Fringe Fest, and of course, Montréal Pride. Simply put, there's always a lot to see and do in Montréal!
World-Class FFS Expertise in Montréal
While Montréal's cool factor is off the charts, the real reason that people flock to Montréal for Facial Feminization Surgery is because of Dr. Eric Bensimon. Dr. Bensimon has dedicated his career to helping trans women seeking Facial Feminization. With a background as a trauma surgeon concentrating on craniofacial reconstructive procedures, it was a natural progression for Dr. Bensimon to develop a professional interest in Facial Feminization. Following completion of a craniomaxilofacial surgery fellowship, he opened his private practice in Montréal specializing in Facial Feminization Surgery and thousands of women have had their FFS in Montréal since.
Dr. Bensimon has been perfecting his FFS techniques for almost 20 years and around the world, there are few surgeons with as much experience in FFS. Dr. Bensimon continues to develop cutting-edge FFS techniques. An example of one of his developments is the use of an organic bone paste and cranial mesh, which reduces the risk of rejection and brings the bacterial infection rate close to zero.
Dr. Bensimon performs FFS at Centre Métropolitain de Chirurgie. The CMC is the only private hospital centre in Quebec and is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada. The CMC's priority is to ensure high quality care and surgical services for its private clientele, while meeting the highest standards in continuity of care in health services and in safety. CMC staff have provided the highest quality of care for thousands of trans women for more than two decades.
"My patients recover quickly and comfortably. I think that that really has to do with the care and attention they receive from the moment they arrive at the clinic to the moment they leave." — Dr. Eric Bensimon
"I found Dr. Bensimon to be very honest and realistic when I met with him. He didn't try to oversell me on any procedures that I didn't need, unlike most of the other FFS surgeons I talked to." — Patient
"[Dr. Bensimon] instills confidence and doesn't try to push you into surgeries he doesn't think you need. I found that very refreshing. Also, I was surprised that the recovery times he told me were much shorter than I had expected." — Patient
Dr. Bensimon's FFS pricing tends to be lower than surgeons in the U.S.A. Plus, the value of the U.S. Dollar against the Canadian Dollar means your money goes about 30% further in Canada. The exchange rates of the British Pound and Euro against the Canadian dollar are also favorable. These savings are another reason why so many patients choose to go to Montréal for FFS.
Tips For Planning Your FFS Trip to Montréal
Traveling for surgery is a great opportunity to explore a new city and with so much to offer, it's not surprising that Montréal tops many seasoned travelers' lists of not-to-miss destinations. There should be plenty of time to soak up some amazing culture in the days around the date of your consult and pre-operative appointment. Depending on what procedures you have done and your recovery from FFS, you may also find that you'll be up for some light strolls around Old Montréal after your surgery!
To help make your trip a little smoother here are a few tips:
Learn some French. While you'll be able to get around and enjoy Montréal without knowing any French, you'll have a better experience if you learn some French. And it's fun to learn a new language!
Don't rent a car. Traffic signage is bilingual but driving around Montréal can be confusing. The city has good public transit, UBER (but no Lyft yet) and plenty of regular taxis. The Métro de Montréal underground rapid transit system is the third busiest in North America, after New York and Mexico City. Plus, you can check out the Underground City, aka RÉSO.
Book your accommodations early. With so many festivals in Montréal, the best hotels and AirBnB's fill up quickly and rates go up around the time of the city's biggest events. Book early so you can get your pick of where to stay.
There's nothing quite like Montréal anywhere else in North America. Not only is it a world-class destination that's a real treat to visit but it's also where you can find one of the most experienced and dedicated FFS surgeons in the world, Dr. Bensimon. Add to this an advanced medical facility with highly experienced staff, lower costs and a favourable exchange rate and it's easy to see why Montréal has become a mecca for people from around the world seeking Facial Feminization Surgery.