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What Does Specialist Plastic Surgeon Mean?
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What Does Specialist Plastic Surgeon Mean?
A Specialist Plastic Surgeon is a Commonwealth Government accredited plastic surgeon, trained and qualified to perform invasive reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery in public and private hospitals, and accredited day surgeries.
The Medical Board of Australia states that the “Specialist Plastic Surgeon” title can only be used by FRACS approved specialist surgeons in the recognised specialty of plastic surgery.
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About Specialist Plastic Surgeons
Understanding Your Procedure
Questions For Your Surgeon
Procedure Fee Questions