Dr Anh Nguyen - Specialist Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr Anh Nguyen - Specialist Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon Dr Anh Nguyen (MED0001193810)
Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Perth, Australia.

Abdominoplasty results for my patient before and 6 months after surgery.Not all abdominoplasties are the same. How I app...
04/08/2026

Abdominoplasty results for my patient before and 6 months after surgery.

Not all abdominoplasties are the same. How I approach this is based on a thorough assessment of the patient - what is the current anatomic state of the abdominal region (abdominal muscle wall, the fat and soft tissues, the skin laxity, the position and size and shape of the mind and flank area, the epigastric area and the umbilicus shape and position and size. Then I tailor what to do based on the patient’s health status, goals and expectations and what is possible in my hands. Generally my approach to abdominoplasty includes excision of excess skin and subcutaneous tissue (pannus), repair of re**us diastasis (muscle separation), liposuction to contour the epigastrium and flanks, monsplasty and umbilical reshaping. And then afterwards the aftercare is so important and I have a unique approach to that as well which includes standard postop care plus adjunctive hyperbaric oxygen therapy, LED light therapy and laser to the scars.

This is why it is more involved than just cutting out a skin flap.

*all surgery has risks (visit DrAnh.com.au) which should be discussed at a formal consultation with a specialist
*** the decision to have cosmetic surgery is a serious and personal one and should never be taken lightly
*patients need time, support, appropriate aftercare which may include compression garments, physio therapy, Remedial massage, to recover
***patients must expect to take time time off work and social commitments
**individual results vary as the outcomes experienced vary by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes that other people may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including genetics, diet, exercise, snorting, underlying health issue and more
*** no guarantees can be made as to outcomes - short and long term.
**** GP referral required for all consultations
***** it is recommended patients obtain atleast 2 specialist opinions prior to making any decision to proceed with surgery or a treatment
*AHPRA REGISTRATION MED000011983810

31/07/2026

Behind every great surgical team is a commitment to continuous learning.

Today was our Plastic Surgery Morbidity and Mortality Audit—a valuable opportunity to review patients, casemix, reflect openly, share lessons, and learn from one another. These meetings are not about assigning blame; they are about fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement - ultimately for the best outcomes for our patients.

The best patient outcomes are achieved through teamwork, honest discussion, and a shared commitment to excellence. Every member of the multidisciplinary team contributes to improving the care we provide, and every case teaches us something that makes us better clinicians.

Lifelong learning isn’t just part of medicine—it is one of our greatest responsibilities.

And just to make the morning a little more exciting, an emergency fire alarm was activated leading to an evacuation to enjoy the Perth Winter sunlight momentarily, and an opportunity to talk amongst each other socially.

I am proud to be a part of a wonderful unit that does incredible work every day - Breast, head and neck and skin cancer surgery and reconstruction combined with trauma management, that sees tens of thousands of patients every year.

28/07/2026

Sometimes I pause and reflect on how many different hats I have the privilege of wearing.

For the past 25 years, I have worked in our public health system caring for patients requiring emergency plastic surgery, trauma and reconstructive surgery. Alongside this, I have the privilege of caring for patients in private practice across reconstructive, aesthetic and non-surgical procedures of the face, breast and body.

Teaching has always been an important part of my career. Over the years I have had the opportunity to mentor medical students, junior doctors, plastic surgery registrars and nurses, many of whom are now respected colleagues. Seeing others grow, develop and contribute to our profession has been one of the greatest rewards.

Beyond clinical practice, I have enjoyed building. From establishing my clinic, medispa and skincare range, to now founding Vardyn, my goal has always been to find better ways to contribute—most recently by improving the way we approach skin cancer screening, surveillance and the early detection of melanoma.

Yet my most important role is one that has nothing to do with medicine.

Being a mum to three wonderful children is the greatest responsibility I will ever have. More than anything, I hope they remember not what I achieved, but how I lived.

I hope they see someone who pursued excellence with purpose, who believed in serving others, paying knowledge forward, treating people with kindness, and living with integrity.

These values have guided me as a surgeon, a teacher, an entrepreneur and a mother. They remind me that while our roles may change throughout life, our character should remain constant.

Every day is a gift, and I never take for granted the privilege of serving in the many roles I have been entrusted with.

Thank you to my family, dear friends, colleagues, mentors, patients and friends who have all shaped the person I continue to become.

There is still so much to learn, so much to build, and so many opportunities to serve.

13/07/2026

Deep Plane Face and Neck lift and upper blepharoplasty before and 3 months after.

Note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries out risks. All risks are located under the ‘patient resources’ section on our website (www.dranh.com.au). Before proceeding - You should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Please be aware outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes that other people may experience.

Dr Anh Nguyen (MED0001193810)Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Perth, Australia.

Why I Chose Plastic SurgeryPeople often see the finished result.They see the operation, the before and after photos, or ...
06/07/2026

Why I Chose Plastic Surgery

People often see the finished result.

They see the operation, the before and after photos, or the smile on a patient’s face.

What they don’t see is the journey behind becoming a plastic surgeon.

For me, it meant dedicating more than three decades to medicine, including 14 years of university, surgical and specialist training before I was entrusted to practise independently. It has meant countless hours studying, operating, travelling to learn from world experts, teaching the next generation of surgeons, and continually striving to become better than I was yesterday.

It has required sacrifices—missed family occasions, long days, late nights, weekends on call, and the acceptance that learning never truly ends.

But I have never viewed those sacrifices as a burden.

They have been the privilege of pursuing a profession that demands service, compassion, humility and excellence.

Plastic surgery is unlike any other specialty.

Some days we reconstruct a breast after cancer.
Some days we repair a hand after trauma.
Some days we remove a skin cancer that could save a life.
Some days we help a person see themselves through a more positive lens through aesthetic surgery.

And sometimes, our most important role isn’t to operate at all.

Sometimes it’s to listen.

To provide reassurance. To build trust.

To understand the deeply personal concerns that patients entrust to us, often at some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.

That trust is something I never take for granted.

Every consultation is an opportunity to make someone feel heard.
Every operation is an opportunity to restore anatomy, function or improve aesthetics and quality of life.

If I had the chance to begin my career all over again…

I would still choose plastic surgery.

Every single time.

— Dr Anh Nguyen
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (FRACS)
AHPRA REG MED0001193810

My Philosophy of CareEvery patient is different.Everyone comes to my clinic with their own story, their own concerns, an...
28/06/2026

My Philosophy of Care

Every patient is different.

Everyone comes to my clinic with their own story, their own concerns, and their own reason for seeking treatment.

Before we talk about surgery, I want to understand your goals and, more importantly, your “why.”

What is it that you hope to achieve?
What bothers you?
What would make the greatest difference to your life?

Only then can we create a treatment plan that is truly personalised.

I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach.

Every recommendation is tailored to the individual sitting in front of me, taking into account your goals, your anatomy, your lifestyle, your health, and what can realistically and safely be achieved.

I believe in pursuing excellence relentlessly—but always with purpose and integrity.

For me, excellence isn’t about doing more.

It’s about doing what is right.

Sometimes that means recommending surgery.
Sometimes it means recommending a less invasive treatment.
And sometimes it means recommending no treatment at all.

My responsibility is to provide honest, evidence-based advice and to recommend only those treatments that I genuinely believe will benefit you and achieve an outcome that is both realistic and worthwhile.

Trust is built through honesty.

You deserve to understand not only the potential benefits of any procedure, but also its limitations, risks and alternatives. My goal is for every patient to feel informed, empowered and confident in their decision.

Whether your journey is reconstructive or aesthetic, my commitment is the same:

To listen with empathy.
To treat you with respect.
To pursue excellence with purpose.
And to always place your best interests first.

Because exceptional care isn’t measured by the number of procedures performed.

It’s measured by the quality of the advice given, the trust built, and the lives we have the privilege to improve.

— Dr Anh Nguyen
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
AHPRA REG MED0001193810

14/06/2026

The privilege of lifelong learning.

After 30 years of education, training, fellowships, conferences, masterclasses and surgical practice, one thing has become abundantly clear: there is always more to learn.

This week at the Double T Academy, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in advanced facial rejuvenation surgery, exploring deep plane facelifts, preservation facelifts, deep neck lifts, blepharoplasty techniques, fat grafting and the nuances that can help us achieve even better outcomes for our patients.

One of the greatest privileges of our profession is the opportunity to connect with colleagues from around the world who share a passion for excellence. To sit alongside surgeons from different countries and backgrounds, exchange ideas, discuss challenging cases, ask questions, share experiences, and learn from one another is invaluable. The friendships forged through these experiences often become as meaningful as the knowledge gained.

I firmly believe that no matter how experienced we become, there is always room to grow. Innovation in surgery is driven by curiosity, humility, collaboration and the willingness to keep learning. Every technique refined, every lesson learned, and every insight shared ultimately benefits the people who matter most—our patients.

I am incredibly grateful to Dr Tompi Dr tompi plastic surgeon (a famous jazz singer and artist) and Professor Teddy Teddy Prasetyono for hosting this outstanding educational experience and especially to the remarkably talented and humble Dr Nayak Dr. L. Mike Nayak . I had the privilege of learning from him two years ago, and it was once again an honour to observe his live surgery, learn from his vast experience, and gain further insights into the artistry and science of facial rejuvenation surgery. It was so lovely to discuss surgery with Dr Wong Chin Ho (both fellows in Melbourne around the same time) and Kidakorn Kiranantawat, M.D., F.R.C.S.T. about facelifts, rhinoplasty and gender reassignment surgery.

The pursuit of excellence is not a destination but a journey. I remain inspired by those who continue to push the boundaries of our specialty and grateful for every opportunity to learn from the very best.

10/06/2026

Deep Plane Face and Neck lift for my 70 year old patient who had a facelift over 20 years prior.
Before and 3 months after surgery results.


Note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries out risks. All risks are located under the ‘patient resources’ section on our website (www.dranh.com.au). Before proceeding - You should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Please be aware outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes that other people may experience.

Australian Medical Regulator has made it compulsory for surgeons to disable comments on all posts to avoid any testimonials.

Dr Anh Nguyen (MED0001193810)
Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Perth, Australia.

04/06/2026

The difference between a harmless spot and a melanoma can sometimes be measured in fractions of a millimetre.

When people think about skin cancer detection, they often imagine looking for a large, dark, obvious lesion.

The reality is very different.

Many early melanomas are subtle. They don't announce themselves. They may look almost identical to dozens of other spots on the skin.

What often distinguishes a benign lesion from a potentially malignant one is attention to detail.

A lesion that has grown by less than a millimetre.

A slight change in colour or the appearance of a new shade within a mole.

A border that has become less crisp and more irregular.

A subtle loss of symmetry.

A lesion that begins behaving differently from the rest of a person's moles.

These changes may seem insignificant to the naked eye, but they can be important biological clues that a lesion is evolving.

This is why comprehensive skin surveillance is about far more than simply looking at individual spots. It is about identifying patterns, recognising change, and comparing what we see today with what was there months or years before.

At Vardyn, our advanced 3D total body imaging system maps the entire skin surface and can detect changes down to fractions of a millimetre. Combined with dermoscopy and specialist clinical assessment, this allows us to monitor thousands of lesions over time with extraordinary precision.

Because melanoma is not always identified by how it looks at a single point in time.

Sometimes the most important clue is that it has changed.

And when it comes to melanoma, the smallest detail can make the biggest difference.

Early detection can change everything.

Before and 13 months after augmentation mastopexy - anatomical implants in a Dual Plane pocket.Note: Any surgical or inv...
04/06/2026

Before and 13 months after augmentation mastopexy - anatomical implants in a Dual Plane pocket.

Note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries out risks. All risks are located under the ‘patient resources’ section on our website (www.dranh.com.au). Before proceeding - You should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Please be aware outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes that other people may experience.

Australian Medical Regulator has made it compulsory for surgeons to disable comments on all posts to avoid any testimonials.

Dr Anh Nguyen (MED0001193810)
Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Perth, Australia.

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