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Conflicts of Interests to be declared at all ASAPS Events

Associate Professor Mark Magnusson, Specialist Plastic Surgeon and President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), is proud of the moves the Society has made to increase the transparency of any perceived conflicts of interest at its educational events. Integral to the success of the ASAPS educational events is providing the opportunity for […]

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Medicare funded tummy tuck

Millions of mothers suffering back pain and incontinence could benefit from Medicare funded Tummy Tuck

The ‘Tummy Tuck’ (abdominoplasty) operation can greatly reduce back pain and incontinence for postpartum women, Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons President and Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Associate Professor Mark Magnusson writes in reference to his part in a landmark study. Following childbirth, chronic lower back pain and urinary incontinence are two common physical consequences impacting

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Four Corners ‘Mind the Gap’ response for Members

The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) in response to last night’s (28 May 2018) ABC’s Four Corners story ‘Mind the Gap’ provides the following reminder to Members: Members must uphold the professional ethics and behaviour expected of members of ASAPS.  This includes abiding by the Codes of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons

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Breast reduction surgery - is it right for me?

The Burden of Big Breasts: Is a breast reduction right for me?

For some women, having large breasts can be a cause of major discomfort writes Dr Richard Bloom, Specialist Plastic Surgeon from Re. Plastic Surgery and Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons member. A woman’s breasts may have become larger than desired because of ongoing development, pregnancy or breastfeeding. The burden of big breasts can cause

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Learn anti-ageing tips from plastic surgeon

How The Concept Of ‘Ageing Gracefully’ Is Changing With The Times

You no doubt know the phrase ‘ageing gracefully’ writes Dr Bryan Mendelson, Specialist Plastic Surgeon and Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons member. Ageing gracefully is a well-used concept from our parents’ generation, but its’ meaning has altered in this rapidly changing world. As originally used, ageing gracefully was a euphemism, that is an agreeable

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Mummy makeover - post pregnancy plastic surgery

Breastfeeding After Breast Augmentation

Dr Amira Sanki, Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons’ Board Member and Plastic Surgeon at Southern Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, says a common question she is asked by patients who have not yet had children when they are considering breast augmentation, is whether or not they’ll be able to breastfeed. Can you breastfeed after a breast

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Importance of philanthropy in cosmetic surgery industry

The Importance Of Philanthropy In A Successful Business Model

Dr Tim Edwards, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Adelaide Plastic Surgery and Board Member of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons writes about the important role philanthropy has played to the success of his practice. Volunteer Work With Catherine House For over 10 years now we have been involved with Catherine House, a local Adelaide

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Cosmetic surgery reviews

Patient’s Reviews – How Accurate Are They Really?

If you have ever considered getting some Cosmetic Surgery such as breast augmentation, you have probably been online to do some research on Plastic Surgeons writes Dr Isolde Hertess from Cairns Plastic Surgery and Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) member. A recent review showed that an increasing number of people check online reviews

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Eyelid cosmetic surgery - blepharoplasty

What Can Be Done To Reduce The Signs Of Ageing Around The Eyes?

There are some things in life that are unavoidable, and ageing is one of those things.  Sadly the ageing changes start around the eyes and are first noticed in your late 30s or 40s and get worse with advancing age.  The upper eyelid, eyebrow and the lower eyelid play important roles in the aesthetics of

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Anti-wrinkle injections and cosmetic fillers

Non-Surgical Injectables Used To Fight The Signs Of Ageing

Our faces are the signpost for how we are feeling.  As we age, those signs tend to stay put by way of wrinkles, writes Dr Steven Liew, Specialist Plastic Surgeon and Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons member. We stress.  We squint.  We concentrate.  Combine these with the normal ageing process and for some, they

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