We all have a world of information at our fingertips thanks to the Internet however, unfortunately not all that information is accurate – especially when it comes to cosmetic surgery. There are many misconceptions that surround cosmetic surgery, from Specialist Plastic Surgeons and ‘cosmetic doctors’* being the same, to cosmetic surgery only being for women…. Read more »
When it comes to considering cosmetic surgery in Perth, the most important first step all patients should make is to choose their surgeon wisely. This includes: Checking the training and qualifications of the surgeon Seeking recommendations from other patients Asking to see before and after photos Ensuring the surgeon is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (not… Read more »
From 1 November 2018, some Medicare item numbers changed for plastic surgery procedures, as the Australian Government wishes to ensure Medicare item numbers are only used for patients’ functional needs and not for ‘cosmetic’ purposes. Included in these changes are: Adjustments to some Medicare rebates and health fund coverage Cessation of some item numbers Stricter… Read more »
Featured on ABC’s Four Corners program recently was an insight by Journalist Louise Milligan into the misleading advertising practices of Cosmetic Surgeons in Australia, from the lure of glamorous posts on social media like Instagram and YouTube, to the widespread misrepresentation of doctors claiming to be Plastic Surgeons. The story included interviews with Associate Professor… Read more »
Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons | 26 July 2018 A Specialist Plastic Surgeon is a Surgeon who has a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery [FRACS (PLAS)]. The distinction ‘FRACS’ however represents more than a Surgical Qualification, it assures the public that the Surgeon is trained to… Read more »
Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons | 19 July 2018 Cosmetic surgery is more popular than ever, but with the rise in popularity has also been a rise in complications. Dr Naveen Somia, Specialist Plastic Surgeon and Vice President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons explains why. Millions of dollars each year are… Read more »
