Australia Plastic Surgery’s surgeons are FRACS (Plast) – i.e., Royal Australasian College of Surgeons-accredited specialist plastic surgeons. Under AHPRA guidelines, medical practitioners must clearly present their registration type, qualifications, and endorsements – which APS does by listing surgeon credentials and hospital privileges on their website
Yes—since 1 July 2023, every cosmetic surgery patient (breast, abdominoplasty, liposuction, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, genital procedures) must have a referral from an independent GP or non-cosmetic specialist before their first consultation. Australia Plastic Surgery clearly states this requirement and even provides referral forms.
At least two pre-operative consultations, with one in-person with the operating surgeon and another via face-to-face or video call. Consent must be given after these visits Australia Plastic Surgery follows this, outlining its multi-stage consultation process on its site.
Yes, after giving formal consent (written), patients must wait minimum seven days before booking or paying for surgery. Australia Plastic Surgery mentions timing protocols to ensure compliance.
Screening for mental health (e.g., Body Dysmorphic Disorder) in all cosmetic surgery patients. A validated tool must be used, and results documented. If concerns arise, referral to a psychologist/psychiatrist is mandatory and independent of the surgeon . Australia Plastic Surgery includes psychological assessment as part of its pre-op framework.
Practitioners must provide both verbal and written information covering:
- Nature of surgery, anaesthesia, facility, and realistic expectations
- Short- and long-term risks, complications, and possible need for revision
- Practitioner’s registration status, specialist endorsement, and outcomes/training
Australia Plastic Surgery’s consent forms and educational pages (e.g. liposuction prep, breast options) align well with these guidelines.
Yes, no financial inducements to agents, no free influencer procedures, and no pressure to take on debt. Deposits and full payments can only be taken after the cooling-off period. Australia Plastic Surgery charges standard consultation fees and does not offer biased payment schemes.
Australia Plastic Surgery applies stricter rules for under-18s: independent psychological evaluation, a minimum 3-month cooling-off, parental involvement, and consent capacity assessment. Australia Plastic Surgery states they do not perform cosmetic surgery on patients under 18 unless medically necessary.
Cosmetic surgery is elective and focused on enhancing appearance (e.g., breast augmentation, rhinoplasty). Reconstructive surgery corrects abnormalities from trauma, cancer, or congenital conditions. Australia Plastic Surgery offers both, with clearly defined categories on their site.
You should be in stable health, with realistic expectations and no untreated mental health concerns. Australia Plastic Surgery surgeons assess physical and psychological readiness, in line with AHPRA’s mandatory psychological screening protocols, especially to detect signs of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Yes, at least one consultation must be in-person with the actual surgeon performing the operation. Australia Plastic Surgery confirms that your consultation will be with the FRACS-qualified surgeon, not a sales consultant or nurse.
During this time, you are encouraged to reflect on the decision, consult with your GP or family, and reconsider if needed. Australia Plastic Surgery complies with this policy, ensuring no surgery is scheduled or payments taken before the period ends.
Australia Plastic Surgery implements pre-operative mental health screening tools to identify anxiety, depression, or BDD. If results suggest elevated risk, the patient must be referred to an independent psychologist or psychiatrist.
Your first consultation covers your aesthetic goals, full medical history, physical assessment, discussion of procedure options, risks, downtime, cost estimate, and what to expect post-surgery. This fulfills the AHPRA requirement for thorough and honest disclosure.
Australia Plastic Surgery may refer you to third-party providers, but they do not offer in-house loans or time-limited discounts, in line with AHPRA’s prohibition of financial inducements or pressure tactics to undergo surgery.
It must outline your chosen procedure, risks, surgeon’s details, alternatives, post-op care, revision risks, and acknowledgement that you understand all information. Australia Plastic Surgery provides comprehensive forms in compliance with national standards.
You are legally allowed to withdraw consent any time before surgery, and Australia Plastic Surgery respects this decision without penalty, consistent with informed consent and consumer protection laws.
No—these are non-surgical procedures. However, Australia Plastic Surgery treats these services with caution, ensuring they’re performed by qualified practitioners with medical training.
Yes, one of the two required consultations to be virtual, provided the surgeon is present and the discussion is properly documented. Australia Plastic Surgery offers telehealth follow-ups and second appointments when appropriate.
Rhinoplasty can adjust nose size, shape, bridge, and breathing function. The procedure is tailored based on facial balance and medical needs. Australia Plastic Surgery follows safe aesthetic and functional techniques, and outlines all risks including bleeding, asymmetry, or unsatisfactory results.
While some procedures (e.g. breast implants) can be revised, AHPRA mandates that the potential need for revision surgery be disclosed in advance. Australia Plastic Surgery includes this during your consultation.
Initial swelling subsides within 2–4 weeks, with most patients resuming light activities within 1–2 weeks. Full healing may take months. Australia Plastic Surgery provides personalised post-op plans in accordance with safe recovery protocols.
Australia Plastic Surgery recommends booking at least 4–6 weeks after your second consultation, giving time for the mandatory GP referral, psychological screening, cooling-off, and scheduling with your surgeon.
Risks include infection, asymmetry, fat embolism, contour irregularities, and scarring. Australia Plastic Surgery performs detailed risk disclosures per AHPRA’s guidelines before consent.
Australia Plastic Surgery advises against travelling overseas for cosmetic surgery due to regulatory, safety, and post-op care concerns. This aligns with AHPRA and ASPS warnings about unregulated practices abroad.
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