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Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons

Locality: St Leonards, New South Wales

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25.01.2022 ASPS supports Womens Health Week, an annual health awareness campaign, held every September to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining good health and wellbeing and preventing future health problems for all women and girls in Australia. To learn more, please go to https://www.womenshealthweek.com.au

24.01.2022 To all the amazing fathers - we hope you have an awesome Fathers Day!

24.01.2022 The ASPS website has had a facelift. We are very excited to announce the launch of our newly refreshed website. As the trusted, peak body for Specialist Plastic Surgeons (both reconstructive and cosmetic) its important for us to help you feel empowered, by providing you with all the information you need to get one step closer to selecting a qualified plastic surgeon. Look at the Find a Surgeon section of our website today. Remember - only doctors with FRACS (Plast) credentials are Specialist Plastic Surgeons www.plasticsurgery.org.au

24.01.2022 ASPS member Dr David Sharp explains why its so important to be a member of ASPS - Australia's peak body for FRACS qualified specialist plastic surgeons. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0Ksm-0GyLQ

23.01.2022 With this week being Womens Health Week, we wanted to highlight some of our female ASPS members. Kirstin Miteff shares why she wanted to become a Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

23.01.2022 What is gynaecomastia? Gynaecomastia is an excessive enlargement of the male breast and may be present in one breast (unilaterally) or in both breasts (bilaterally). Gynaecomastia is common in men of any age and may develop as a result of:... - Hormonal changes - Weight gain - Hereditary conditions - Disease, such as liver disease - Certain medication - Use of non-prescription or recreational drugs, including anabolic steroids and marijuana. To learn more about the best treatment options and find a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, please go to http://bit.ly/2MsopMz #plasticsurgery #plasticsurgeon #SpecialstPlasticSurgeon #patientsafety #qualifiedsurgeon #FRACS #gynaecomastia

22.01.2022 ASPS member Paul Belt will speak all things plastic and reconstructive surgery at the MIPS QLD Surgical Interest Conference on the 26th of September. This full-day event is specifically designed for QLD students to learn more about the different surgical subspecialties, listen to exciting new research, and advance their surgical skills.

22.01.2022 Is your surgeon a member of ASPS? The Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons is a membership organisation with the mission to provide the highest quality plastic surgery care to all Australians. In order to achieve this, it is vital that our members uphold high ethical standards when providing care to patients and within their broader professional environment. All members sign a Code of Practice which provides specific guidance on the professional ethics and behaviour required of members of our society. Within those codes is the ASPS Ethical Framework read more here: http://ow.ly/5LdC50CaWQ8

22.01.2022 Considering cosmetic surgery? Here's why you should choose a Specialist Plastic Surgeon. Making a decision to undertake cosmetic surgery should never be undertaken lightly. Unlike a new hairstyle, cosmetic surgery is a permanent change to your appearance and is not risk-free. That’s why taking time to research your choice of surgeon may be the best investment you make, advises Dr Dan Kennedy, President of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). It may also h...elp consumers avoid the adverse outcomes, that, tragically, too many Australians have experienced from botched surgeries, cardiac episodes and even death. In Australia, anyone with a basic medical degree can perform cosmetic surgery without undergoing specialist surgical training and assessment accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC), the body that has oversight over all medical practitioners in Australia. Read more here http://ow.ly/TpnW50BMMr9 #Specialistplasticsurgeon#FRACS(plast)#makeaninformeddecision#patientsafety#ASPSsurgeonsareethical#plasticsocietyaustralia See more

21.01.2022 What a week new ASPS member Dr Kristian Sorensen from Cairns had!

21.01.2022 Professor Mark Ashton, a past president of ASPS and Specialist Plastic Surgeon, shares why volunteering is so important to him.

21.01.2022 With it being Wounds Awareness Week, we wanted to highlight the work of the Burns Registry of Australia and New Zealand. This project is a collaboration between the Australian and New Zealand Burn Association (ANZBA) and Monash University, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. Theyve generated significant improvements in both burn injury prevention and patient care. The overall goal of the registry is to collect data on all burn patients admitted to a BRANZ burns... unit who meet the inclusion criteria. #woundsaware #woundsawarenessweek https://www.monash.edu/medicine/sphpm/branz/home

20.01.2022 Plastic Surgeons working overtime treating two kinds of glass injuries in Beirut. Our stitches ran out: Beiruts struggle to deal with injuries from the blast.

18.01.2022 Welcome to ASPS Dr Will Alexander. Dr Alexander specialises in adult and paediatric hand surgery, including nerve and microsurgery. For more information or to contact Dr Alexander visit https://plasticsurgery.org.au/about-asps/find-a-surgeon/

17.01.2022 ASPS would like to wish you the very best for the holiday season. ASPS staff will take a well-deserved break form the 25/12 until the 4/01/21. In the meantime, please visit our website where you will find a wealth of information to help you with planning your surgery. We wish you a very safe and healthy holiday and we look forward to supporting, educating and empowering you to make informed choices about your procedure in 2021.

17.01.2022 One simple question, to which he had no answer, set Joe Dusseldorp on the path to becoming a surgeon. An ASPS member, Joe shares his emotional journey of self-discovery and how three courageous children changed his life. https://youtu.be/LI4Yw4MTRik

17.01.2022 As well as being a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, ASPS member Richard Hamilton is a fifth-generation wine producer. Dr Hamilton worked in the family winery before medical school and studying plastic surgery, where he specialises in skin cancer, hand surgery and cosmetic. Read more: https://bit.ly/3mkSwqQ

17.01.2022 When is a tummy tuck medically beneficial? Without a doubt, abdominoplasty offers plenty of cosmetic rewards. In actuality, a tummy tuck can also deliver medical benefits, especially when it becomes the required corrective surgical procedure for patients with certain conditions: The American Society explains the four medical benefits of a tummy tuck.

16.01.2022 The Melanoma Institute has launched an online Melanoma Risk Calculators critical to saving lives They predict a persons risk of developing their first melanoma; their risk of developing a second or subsequent primary melanoma; and their risk of a primary melanoma having spread to nearby lymph nodes. Learn more at www.melanomarisk.org.au

15.01.2022 This week is Wound Awareness Week 17-23 August 2020. Wound Awareness Week is a key annual event held by Wounds Australia, the national peak body for wound prevention and management. The objective of the 2020 campaign is to spread awareness of what wounds are, who is at risk, and what someone should do if they have a wound that wont heal. ... ASPS supports the Wounds Aware message of "Dont neglect your wound, consult today" #woundsaware #woundsawarenessweek

14.01.2022 Louise Hay has taken to social media to share why is it so important to be super vigilant when it comes to getting your skin checked regularly, after she had a melanoma removed from her leg.

14.01.2022 Did you know that Australia has the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world, with more than two-thirds of the Australian population likely to develop a skin cancer of some kind during their lives? Skin cancer usually occurs in people who have been exposed to too much ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun. Skin cancer needs to be treated promptly as it can be just as life threatening as any other cancer if left untreated. The danger of skin cancer is that it can spread (me...tastasise) to other parts of the body if treatment is not undertaken. Most skin cancers are removed surgically, by a Specialist Plastic Surgeon or a dermatologist. To learn more about skin cancer and skin cancer prevention, please go to http://bit.ly/2N322xm

14.01.2022 Specialist Plastic Surgeons are accredited by the Commonwealth Government of Australia, through the Australian Medical Council, to perform all cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. All Specialist Plastic Surgeons must undergo extensive medical education and training in order to be accredited. The surgical specialist pathway includes a minimum of 12 years medical and surgical education, with at least 5 years of specialist postgraduate training.... The five year postgraduate Surgical Education and Training (SET) Program in plastic surgery is run by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) See more

14.01.2022 Did you know that many ASPS members volunteer their time to support Interplast? Interplast is an amazing organisation that is changing futures through medical care and training. In Australia and New Zealand, we often take it for granted that if we ever need medical care, we will be treated quickly and effectively by highly qualified doctors, nurses, surgeons and other specialists. But right next door in the Asia Pacific region, a lack of resources combined with limited train...ing means people with repairable conditions are often not treated fast enough or well enough if they are treated at all. The numbers are almost impossible to grasp. An estimated 143 million people each year go without the surgical attention they urgently need, according to the Lancet Commission on Global Surgery. More than 99 million of those cases are in Asia and Oceania, where Interplast works. Plastic surgery has the power to change the future of entire communities, yet for millions of those who need it most, it is simply not available or not affordable. Of course, no single organisation could ever help that many people, which is why in addition to free reconstructive surgery Interplast delivers high-quality training for local medical professionals in each of their 17 partner countries, in response to their requests. "We do this in close collaboration with our local partners and a network of organisations in Australia and New Zealand. Our training programs help strengthen health systems by giving professionals the skills they need to restore function and hope to people affected by burns, tumours, hand and foot injuries, congenital anomalies and more. In the meantime, our volunteer medical teams work tirelessly to help as many individuals as they can." Read more https://interplast.org.au/learn-more/ See more

14.01.2022 Frontline healthcare workers are sending a simple message to every Melburnian: thank you.

14.01.2022 Amazing plastic surgery procedure in India. Kurla girl 1st in Mumbai to get hand transplants after 15-hour surgery toi.in/S0_SSZ/a24gk via @timesofindia

13.01.2022 ASPS member Dr John Newton OAM explains the difference between a Plastic Surgeon and a Cosmetic Surgeon

12.01.2022 Whilst we know that a dog can be mans best friend, dog owners need to remember that their pets can and do bite and the injuries can be life changing.

12.01.2022 No story better illustrates the powerful difference plastic surgeons make than little Maddox Porter. It was Easter Sunday 2018. Six-year-old Maddox Porter was sitting on his mum Shelleys lap on a ride-on lawnmower on the familys property in Gratton, Queensland. They hit a bump, turned too quickly and Maddox fell off. Shelley heard her son scream and knew something was horribly wrong. Maddoxs hand was caught in the mower blades. He was missing 3 fingers and his whole hand w...as almost detached. Panicked and desperate, Shelley managed to dial triple-0. An RACQ Lifeflight Rescue team arrived shortly after. As soon as the paramedics saw Maddoxs hand they knew they had to get him to Lady Cliento Hospital for an emergency operation. Maddox and his family spent the next four and a half weeks in hospital where he had surgery every second day. Maddoxs injury was extreme. If he had suffered it 20 years ago, he would almost certainly have lost his hand. But his plastic surgeons didnt give up on him. Using cutting edge procedures, they managed to save part of his hand. Hes still missing fingers, but the team have now turned their attention to one day rebuilding his thumb and top of his hand. Thanks to the work Maddoxs plastic surgeons have done, hes back to doing the things he loves: building Lego, swimming with his little brother and chasing his dream of becoming a professional BMX rider.

12.01.2022 It is Dental Health Week this week. It is a good chance to focus on your dental health and make sure you look and feel your best. Make some time to check the sugar content on the food packaging you purchase and look after your dental health. #dentalhealthweek

11.01.2022 ASPS are so proud of our NT Health partnership securing Specialist Plastic Surgeons for the Top End. https://www.heraldsun.com.au//a77c4ef55a34ea102072e6ed41a3

09.01.2022 It is World Breastfeeding Week and a question that women ask is Can I breast feed after breast surgery? Individual cases may vary but generally, mothers can breastfeed after having breast augmentation. However, some women do experience reduced nipple sensation following breast augmentation surgery.... If you are planning to breastfeed after breast augmentation surgery, talk to your Specialist Plastic Surgeon to get the latest information on this issue. To learn more about this, please go to http://bit.ly/2RTyAj7

09.01.2022 Eyelid surgery, also known as a blepharoplasty, is a procedure that removes excess fatty tissue and/or loose skin surrounding the eyes to give the area a more rejuvenated appearance. The aim of eyelid reduction surgery is to improve facial appearance and reduce the signs of ageing by treating: - Loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision... - Excess fatty deposits that appear as puffiness in the upper eyelids - Bags under the eyes - Droopiness of the lower eyelids, showing white below the iris (coloured portion of the eye) - Excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelid Eyelid reductions are one of the most common plastic surgery operations. They can be done alone or at the same time as other facial surgery, such as facelift surgery or brow lift surgery. To learn more about this procedure or find a Specialist Plastic surgeon, please go to http://bit.ly/2U9zO6w

09.01.2022 Great questions to take with you on your first plastic surgery consult - Courtesy of ASPS member Dr Shagun Aggarwal - for more ideas visit www.plasticsurgery.org.au

08.01.2022 ASPS congratulates Dr Omar Khorshid as the new AMA President

08.01.2022 #plasticsurgery Is your selected surgeon qualified to be called a Specialist Plastic Surgeon? Currently in Australia, it is legal for any doctor with a basic medical degree to perform surgery. Only Specialist Plastic Surgeons, have a minimum of 12 years medical and surgical education, and 5 years of specialist postgraduate training.... IMPORTANT TO KNOW: When making your decision in selecting your surgeon, remember that the Medical Board of Australia states that the Specialist Plastic Surgeon title can only be used by Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) approved specialist surgeons in the recognised specialty of Plastic Surgery. To find a Specialist Plastic Surgeon near you, please click on http://bit.ly/2RLoH6X #SpecialistPlasticSurgeon #ASPSaus

07.01.2022 The Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons is working with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) to protect the use of the title of ‘surgeon’. While some may dismiss this as a turf war between plastic surgeons and cosmetic practitioners who use the title, this initiative is regrettably necessary because of an important public health issue that directly impacts patient safety. http://ow.ly/NpPy50CaW7a

07.01.2022 ASPS remains hopeful of Medicare changes to fat grafting for reconstructive surgery. #plasticsurgery

06.01.2022 Can you recommend a surgeon? This is the most asked question by patients who contact ASPS. Were thrilled to say that we can go one better. We can recommend almost 400 FRACS (Plast) qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeons. There really is no reason to look further than the Find a Surgeon section of the ASPS website. www.plasticsurgery.org.au

06.01.2022 What is an arm lift? Arm lift surgery, otherwise known as brachioplasty, is a procedure that reshapes the upper arms by reducing excess skin, and in some cases fat, resulting in smoother skin and better-proportioned contours of the upper arms. To learn more about this procedure and find a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, please go to http://bit.ly/2N3ZOhm

05.01.2022 Today is R U OK? Day. Got a feeling that someone you know or care about it isnt behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or theyre just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when its time to ask R U OK? Learn more by going to www.ruok.org.au

05.01.2022 ASPS member Dr Moncrieff explains why signing the petition to see the Government reinstate access to the tummy tuck Medicare item number for women who suffer from life-long problems, including back pain and incontinence, from abdominal injury during pregnancy, is so important.

04.01.2022 One thing you may not realise is that in Australia a wide range of medical practitioners perform cosmetic surgery but not all have undergone the same level of training and assessment. So knowing more about the difference between practitioners can help inform your choice. Did you know that it’s not illegal for doctors with only a basic medical degree to perform surgeries? So while you do your research keep in mind that the title ‘cosmetic surgeon’ has no official recognition ...by government regulators, it is commonly adopted by practitioners who perform cosmetic surgeries but who may have no more surgical training than your GP. Essentially they are giving themselves a ‘made-up’ title. All ASPS Surgeons are FRACS qualified and they are the only doctors that can call themselves a Specialist Plastic Surgeon and earning that title involves many years of rigorous training and ongoing examination read more here http://ow.ly/Prdd50CeSH6 #specialistplasticsurgeon#patientsafety#FRACS See more

03.01.2022 A good reminder that accidents around the home account for some of the most common injuries seen by specialist plastic surgeons. Be safe and keep yourself out of hospital. #SafetySavesLives

02.01.2022 In the next video of our series 'Talking Breast Reduction', ASPS member and Specialist Plastic Surgeon Kim Taylor answers your question "What should I take to Hospital?" www.plasticsurgery.org.au

02.01.2022 Can you tell me if my breast implants are registered? ASPS office managers Sarah and Vanessa are asked this question every day. Implants that were registered through the Breast Implant Register (BIR) from 1998 until May 2015 can be accessed by completing the BIR Request for Access to Information form which you can find here https://plasticsurgery.org.au//australian-breast-device-r/ Emailed the completed form to [email protected] . Any implant registered after this date will be held by the Australian Breast Device Register (ABDR). You can contact them through their website http://www.abdr.org.au/

01.01.2022 Specialist Plastic Surgeons undergo years of training and ongoing assessment to qualify for their specialist title. They are highly trained, highly qualified specialist surgeons who can safely undertake complex procedures to repair, restore or enhance all parts of a patient’s body, says Dr Kennedy. In addition to a six year medical degree, a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, has undertaken and successfully completed 5 years post-graduate specialty training in Plastic, Cosmetic an...d Reconstructive Surgery and is qualified through the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. We advise all consumers to look for the ‘FRACS’ title after a surgeon’s name to ensure they’ve had the highest level of specialist surgical training recognized by Australian medical regulators. This is effectively a ‘stamp of excellence’ that minimizes your risks and maximizes you opportunity for a positive outcome, says Dr Kennedy read more http://ow.ly/9yq150CrBXR See more

01.01.2022 Where is the future of plastic surgery? We chat with Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Alan Breidahl who shares his thoughts about the future of plastic surgery. #plasticsurgery