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New Regulations for Cosmetic Surgery Effective July 1st 2023
By Dr Jeremy Hunt FRACS - Specialist Plastic Surgeon

New Regulations for Cosmetic Surgery Effective July 1st 2023

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR COSMETIC SURGERY PATIENTS

New Regulations for Cosmetic Surgery starting 1st July 2023

The Medical Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA) are introducing new regulations for Cosmetic Surgery patients from the 1st of July 2023.

These new stronger regulations are designed to protect cosmetic surgery patients and improve standards of care for cosmetic procedures.

KEY CHANGES

  • A GP Referral will be mandatory for ALL patients having a consultation for surgery
  • A Minimum of TWO consultations are required for cosmetic surgery
  • Cosmetic Surgery Patients will need a patient Pre-screening cosmetic surgery readiness Assessment Test (PAT)
  • A cooling-off period of at least seven days after signing a consent form before booking surgery and paying a deposit etc.
  • Patients will have a more detailed Informed Consent before surgery
  • There will be Higher Standards in training & experience – CPD requirements
  • Accredited facilities will soon be required for surgery
  • Tougher Advertising Standards for Cosmetic Surgery

For more details, please refer to the Medical Board’s FAQs on MBA Reforms at a Glance page or contact us for further details.

For more information about the new Regulations for Cosmetic Surgery please  download and read:

New AHPRA Regulations for Cosmetic Surgery

PLEASE NOTE – Cosmetic Surgery refers to surgical procedures without a Medicare Item Number

If you have already booked your surgery for after 1st July 2023, our team will contact you if there are any changes to your current arrangements.

Covid-19 Clinic Update – Patient Care
By Dr Jeremy Hunt FRACS - Specialist Plastic Surgeon

Covid-19 Clinic Update – Patient Care

Clinic Update – Covid-19 Clinic Precautions

These are strange times and we are extremely thankful we’re still able to see patients at the clinic and to carry out all procedures. That being said, we have been closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation and want to assure you, we have been taking extra precautions the last couple of months to protect our patients and our team.

What you need to know before booking or attending an appointment

To assure we keep our space safe for everyone from Covid-19, please answer these pre-appointment survey questions

• In the last 14 days, have been overseas or in any Australian hotspots?
• Have you been in contact with someone who is unwell, is self-isolating or has a confirmed case of Covid-19?
• Are you unwell in any way, with cold or flu symptoms like a sore throat, fever, a cough, shortness of breath or loss of smell?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, please hold off booking an appointment or reschedule your existing appointment for everyone’s safety.

What you need to know when you visit the clinic

We encourage patients and visitors to follow these guidelines issued by NSW Health:

• Use hand sanitiser before visiting the clinic and the one in reception on arrival
• Wear a mask
• Confirm with our team that you are feeling 100% well

Our team has the CovidSafe app and we ask visitors to download it and enable the app so it’s running during your visit so we can protect each other.

   

 

Can I have a virtual consult?

Ideally, it’s good to attend appointments in person so you can meet with Dr Hunt and discuss your goals, future procedure and to undergo an examination, if necessary. That being said, we are happy to offer virtual consults for those who are unable to travel at to the clinic at this time. For more information on this service, please contact the clinic. Virtual Consultations and Tele consults range from video calls via Facetime, Skype and Zoom as well as a good old-fashioned phone call. If you would like to book in to talk to Dr Hunt, please fill in this contact form and a member of the team will be in touch. Alternatively, please call 1300 157 200.

The clinic is open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday. Please call 1300 157 200 if you have any questions.

Future Covid-19 Updates

We are closely monitoring the situation and will be posting more updates for our patients as soon as we are aware of any changes. Please keep an eye on Dr Hunt’s social media channels for ongoing updates.

For more information about Covid-19 in Australia, click here.

We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time, please feel free to contact us should you have any questions or concerns. Stay safe.

About Dr Jeremy Hunt – Plastic Surgeon

dr jeremy hunt

Dr Jeremy Hunt is a specialist plastic surgeon performing breast, body, face and nose surgery in Australia.

He is a member of FRACS & ASPS and has over 20 years of experience providing plastic surgery in Sydney.

Careful, considerate and honest, Dr Jeremy Hunt works with you to find a solution that is optimal for your body and your lifestyle.

Dr Hunt’s personal, one-on-one service and attention to detail has given thousands of women and men from the Sydney & Wollongong NSW area and across Australia the aesthetic results they desire.

Dr Hunt’s qualifications and education

Dr Jeremy A Hunt MBBS FRACS graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine degree from Sydney University in 1990 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgery. He completed a Fellowship at the prestigious University of Texas in the United States, where he learnt from some of the world’s very best plastic surgeons.

Next Step – Make an Enquiry or Request a consultation with Dr Hunt

Want more information before scheduling your consultation?

If plastic surgery is something you’re considering, Dr Hunt can thoroughly explain all the options to you in a one-on-one consultation.

*Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health professional.

Breast Self Examination – Be Breast Cancer Aware
By Dr Jeremy Hunt FRACS - Specialist Plastic Surgeon

Breast Self Examination – Be Breast Cancer Aware

Breast Self Examination – Be Breast Cancer Aware

Know Your Breasts

Excluding non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among Australian women. While survival rates continue to improve for women with breast cancer in Australia – the overall 5-year survival rate for breast cancer in females is now 90% – it is still important to be breast aware and know what signs to look out for. Dr Hunt offers tips on Breast Self Examination, explains how regularly you should check your breasts and some of the important changes to look out for – when you should see a doctor.

It is important to check your breast for any changes on a regular basis. You know your breasts and your body better than anyone else – if you notice a change it is important to seek medical advice as soon as possible. Make sure you check your breasts at different times of the month. Your breasts can change during your menstrual cycle, so it is good to know how they may feel or change as a result of this.

It is also common for your breasts to change during the menopause and it is recommended for women over the age of 50 to attend regular breast screens. In fact, Australian women aged between 50-74 are invited to access free mammograms every 2 years via the BreastScreen Australia program.

BSE – Breast Self Examination is Key

Knowing your breasts is key! Get familiar with how they feel throughout the month by checking them at different times, as there will be changes during your cycle.

If you check your breasts on a regular basis, you are will be aware of any subtle changes. If you notice a change, it is important to seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Looking for Breast Cancer Symptoms

In most cases, changes to your breasts are unlikely to be a result of breast cancer, but here are some of the changes you want to look out for during your breast self examination:

  • A new lump, or lumpiness particularly if it’s only in one breast
  • A change in shape or size of your breasts
  • Pain that doesn’t go away
  • Changes to the nipple, such as redness, inversion, ulcers or crusting
  • Nipple discharge that occurs without squeezing
  • Change to the skin, such as dimpling or redness

Getting used to how your breasts feel means you’re more likely to know what is normal and when something might be wrong.

Click to learn more about breast cancer – including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Teaching others about Breast Self Examination

October is breast cancer awareness month in Australia; an annual campaign that helps to increase awareness of the disease through education and support.

Finding breast cancer early is imperative as it gives you an optimal chance of beating the disease, so we wanted to talk about breast health and share a few tips from Dr Hunt we hope you find helpful.

Breast Self Examination - Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Here are some additional links we love for Breast Self Examination and Breast Cancer:

  • The Cancer Council – Learn more about breast cancer symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
  • Pink Ribbon – Giveback by hosting a morning tea, a trivia night, doing something fun and wild to your hair

Dr Hunt offers Breast Reconstruction Surgery post-cancer

If you have had breast surgery to treat breast cancer, then you may be considering breast reconstruction surgery. Reconstructive surgery is complex and must be tailored to your specific needs. The type of surgery you have – lumpectomy, mastectomy, node removal – will have a big influence on the type of reconstructive procedure you require. Dr Hunt will thoroughly explain all the options to you, and you will find a welcoming and supportive environment.

Make an Enquiry with Dr Hunt

If reconstructive surgery is something you’re considering, Dr Hunt can thoroughly explain all the options to you and support you on your journey in a one-on-one consultation.

About Dr Jeremy Hunt – Plastic Surgeon

dr jeremy hunt

Dr Jeremy Hunt is a specialist plastic surgeon performing breast, body, face and nose surgery in Australia. He is a member of FRACS & ASPS and has over 20 years of experience providing cosmetic and plastic surgery in Sydney.

Careful, considerate and honest, Dr Jeremy Hunt works with you to find a solution that is optimal for your body and your lifestyle.

Dr Hunt’s personal, one-on-one service and attention to detail has given thousands of women and men from the Sydney & Wollongong NSW area and across Australia the aesthetic results they desire.

Dr Hunt’s Qualifications and Education

Dr Jeremy A Hunt MBBS FRACS graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine degree from Sydney University in 1990 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgery. He completed a Fellowship at the prestigious University of Texas in the United States, where he learnt from some of the world’s very best plastic surgeons.

Next Step – Make an Enquiry or Request a consultation with Dr Hunt

Want more information before scheduling your consultation?

If breast reduction is something you’re considering, Dr Hunt can thoroughly explain all the options to you in a one-on-one consultation.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health professional.