Meet Timothy Rankin, MD, FACS
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Serving the San Francisco Bay Area
Plastic surgery is about more than achieving beautiful results—it's about choosing the right surgeon to guide one of the most personal decisions you'll ever make.
As an award-winning, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Timothy Rankin has earned the trust of patients throughout Tiburon, Marin County, and the San Francisco Bay Area by delivering natural-looking results through meticulous surgical technique, thoughtful planning, and compassionate care. His philosophy is rooted in the belief that exceptional plastic surgery should enhance your confidence without changing the features that make you uniquely you.
Whether performing facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, body contouring, or advanced reconstructive procedures, Dr. Rankin approaches every patient with the same commitment: to listen carefully, educate honestly, operate precisely, and deliver results that feel as natural as they look.
About Dr. Rankin
Every surgeon develops technical skill through years of education and training.
What distinguishes Dr. Timothy Rankin is the way he combines that expertise with genuine compassion and an unwavering commitment to individualized care.
Known for his calm, thoughtful approach, Dr. Rankin believes the best outcomes begin with understanding the person—not simply recommending a procedure. Every consultation is an opportunity to listen, answer questions, and develop a treatment plan tailored to each patient's anatomy, goals, and lifestyle.
His meticulous attention to detail, artistic perspective, and dedication to patient safety have helped establish NorCal Plastic Surgery as a trusted destination for patients seeking sophisticated, natural-looking aesthetic results throughout Northern California.
For Dr. Rankin, success is never measured by how dramatically someone changes.
It's measured by how confidently they return to living their life.
Life Outside the Practice
While plastic surgery is his profession, caring for people has always been Dr. Rankin's passion.
Outside the practice, he values time with family, the outdoors, and the vibrant Northern California communities he proudly serves. Whether enjoying the Bay Area's natural beauty, traveling, or giving back through community involvement, these experiences reinforce the qualities patients appreciate most—humility, empathy, and genuine connection.
Dr. Rankin believes confidence extends far beyond appearance. It's about helping people feel comfortable in their own skin, embrace life's milestones with assurance, and move forward with renewed self-confidence.
That philosophy continues to shape every consultation, every procedure, and every relationship built at NorCal Plastic Surgery.
Education & Residency
Exceptional surgical outcomes begin with exceptional training.
Dr. Rankin earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Chapman University and his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine, graduating summa cum laude. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Arizona, where he served as Chief Resident at Banner University Medical Center, before completing his plastic surgery training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and pursuing advanced training with recognized masters of facial aesthetic surgery.
Today, that commitment continues through ongoing education, research, and the adoption of advanced surgical techniques that allow patients to benefit from modern, evidence-based care while maintaining the highest standards of safety.
Education isn't simply part of Dr. Rankin's career—it is the foundation of the care he provides every patient.
Memberships & Certifications
Board certification represents more than a credential—it reflects a commitment to excellence, ethics, and lifelong learning.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), Dr. Rankin maintains the rigorous standards expected of leaders in aesthetic surgery. He is also an active member of the following organizations:
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Plastic Surgery Research Council
- American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery
- Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
His active participation in respected professional organizations ensures he remains at the forefront of emerging techniques, advances in patient safety, and innovations that continually elevate the care he provides.
Patients can feel confident knowing their treatment is guided by nationally recognized standards and a surgeon committed to continuous improvement.