About Us

Mr Daniel Butler
Mr Dan Butler is a New Zealand and UK-trained specialist Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic surgeon based in the Bay of Plenty. Dan works privately at the Da Vinci Clinic and Grace Hospital in Tauranga and the East Bay Specialist Centre in Whakatane. His public practice is based at both Tauranga and Whakatane Hospitals. With over 15 years of experience in plastic surgery, Dan provides the highest standards of care and creates tailored treatment plans to meet each patient’s individual needs.
After a period working in New Zealand, Dan completed his Plastic Surgical training in London, followed by two years of advanced fellowship training in cosmetic surgery (Harley Street), skin cancer, head and neck cancer and microsurgical reconstructive surgery. Dan also has extensive experience in adult and child facial palsy surgery having trained and worked at three of the UK’s busiest facial palsy services. He worked as a consultant at two leading plastic surgical centres in the UK (Charing Cross Hospital and Queen Victoria Hospital), before returning to New Zealand.
Dan is currently chair of the weekly Bay of Plenty skin cancer multidisciplinary meeting, bringing together experts in skin cancer to optimise the care patients in the region receive. Outside of work he can be found enjoying the active lifestyle the Bay of Plenty offers.
Offering a contemporary practice with patient safety and satisfaction at the forefront is central to Dan’s approach. To remain up-to-date, Dan regularly attends national and international plastic surgery meetings,
Why choosing the right medical professional for you is so important.
Choosing the right medical professional is one of the most significant decisions you can make for your health and wellbeing. Medical professionals are not just service providers; they are partners in your health journey. At Butler Plastic Surgery we carefully listen to your concerns, understand your unique needs, and work collaboratively with you to develop an appropriate treatment plan.
This relationship is especially crucial in plastic surgery, where the end results can directly impact your self-esteem and quality of life. With extensive surgical and medical training, Butler Plastic Surgery stays up to date with the latest techniques and procedures, anticipating potential issues and managing any complications that may arise. In plastic surgery, this expertise can mean the difference between a successful outcome and a disappointing or even harmful one.
Finally, the right medical professional should instil a sense of trust and confidence. At Butler Plastic Surgery you should feel comfortable discussing your concerns, confident in our ability to provide the best possible care, and reassured that we have your best interests at heart. After all, a medical professional's role is not just to treat or enhance physical attributes; they also play a crucial part in promoting your overall wellbeing and quality of life.