Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons - ASAPS

Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons - ASAPS Since 1977, ASAPS has been a peak body for cosmetic surgery in Australia and New Zealand. We represe

The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) has been one of the world’s leading organisations in cosmetic surgery education and research. Our members are all Specialist Plastic Surgeons and Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) specialising in surgery of the face, breast and body.

25/08/2026

Out now: September Issue of Marie Claire Australia

Standard Procedure - The right surgeon matters just as much as the procedure.

ASAPS Member SpotlightDr Harith AlaniSpecialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001712395) Dr Harith Alani is a Specialist Plastic ...
19/08/2026

ASAPS Member Spotlight

Dr Harith Alani
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001712395) 

Dr Harith Alani is a Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in the field of Plastic Surgery. He dedicated more than a decade of his life in training and upgrading his surgical skills . Dr Alani is one of the few surgeons who are double qualified Plastic Surgeons with extensive experience both locally and internationally.

After achieving his MBChB degree in 1993, Dr Alani started his 25 years journey in plastic surgery and he  successfully completed his first Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery when he was awarded a Fellowship of the European Board of plastic , Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery(EBOPRAS) from Germany/Belgium. Subsequently, Dr Alani went to the United States for an observational fellowship at the Southern Illinois University.

He worked as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon in one of the Tertiary Centers which is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine in Abu Dhabi. (Tawam Hospital in affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine).

After 12 years of practice as a consultant plastic surgeon, Dr Alani came to Australia to start another full training program in Sydney to achieve the Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. During that period of training, he worked in most of the plastic surgery centres in Sydney including Royal Prince Alfred, Prince of Wales, Westmead, Liverpool and the Royal North Shore Hospitals.

Dr Alani completed his long journey of Plastic Surgery training in a Fellowship at St Vincents Hospital in Sydney (Head and Neck reconstruction and Breast reconstruction).

Currently, he is practicing in both public and private hospitals in Sydney and consulting in different locations in Sydney.

Find a Specialist Plastic Surgeon at asaps.org.au



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Australian advertising safeguardsUnder the National Law, advertising of a regulated health service must not be false, mi...
18/08/2026

Australian advertising safeguards

Under the National Law, advertising of a regulated health service must not be false, misleading or deceptive, use testimonials about clinical aspects of the service, create unreasonable expectations of beneficial treatment or encourage indiscriminate or unnecessary use of health services.

These general obligations are not limited to doctors. Ahpra states that advertisers can include registered health practitioners, individuals who are not registered practitioners, businesses, partnerships and corporate entities. (AHPRA)

Registered medical practitioners advertising cosmetic surgery are subject to an additional layer of cosmetic surgery-specific requirements designed to address risks particular to this type of healthcare advertising.

ASAPS is asking the government to examine whether Australian companies whose business model involves promoting and facilitating cosmetic surgery performed overseas are being captured by, and held to, an equivalent level of patient-safety protection.



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11/08/2026

Close the cosmetic tourism advertising gap: plastic surgeons call for government action after 60 Minutes investigation

The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons is calling on the federal government to address patient safety gaps as a growing number of Aussies undergo cosmetic surgery overseas at a lower cost. They're calling for a review of the regulations of Australian businesses which advertise, facilitate or sell overseas cosmetic surgery. President Dr Lily Verteck says it can be very risky.

"We're actually calling for the government to actually review the regulations of these businesses that advertise overseas cosmetic surgery because they're not subjected to the same regulations as the healthcare providers like the surgeons who do surgery in Australia. And also they need to educate. I think the federal government needs to put some money and put some effort into education.

The full ASAPS statement may be found at www.aestheticplasticsurgeons.org.au/news



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‘Snatched’ in Turkey: How a gory social media trend is fuelling a surge in cosmetic tourismWhile Australians increasingl...
07/08/2026

‘Snatched’ in Turkey: How a gory social media trend is fuelling a surge in cosmetic tourism

While Australians increasingly film their post-op journeys for millions of views, doctors are scrambling to build a national database to measure the strain botched overseas surgeries are placing on our healthcare system.

Full article on asaps.org.au / News



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SAVE THE DATE29th Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Workshop (AAPSW)Crown Conference Centre, Melbourne5–6 March 2027Bro...
05/08/2026

SAVE THE DATE

29th Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Workshop (AAPSW)
Crown Conference Centre, Melbourne
5–6 March 2027

Brought to you by the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) and endorsed by the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the New Zealand Association of Plastic Surgeons (NZAPS), and approved by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), we are delighted to invite you to attend the 29th Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Workshop (AAPSW).

The 2027 workshop will explore the theme 'Precision and Finesse in Breast Surgery', showcasing the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and evidence-based approaches in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery. The program has been carefully designed to provide practical insights and expert perspectives, with a focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes through meticulous planning, technical excellence, and refined surgical practice.



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It is with great pleasure that we announce the 48th Annual ASAPS Conference program is now available. This carefully cur...
30/07/2026

It is with great pleasure that we announce the 48th Annual ASAPS Conference program is now available. 

This carefully curated program for 2026 involves a comprehensive scientific program covering Body Contouring | Breast Surgery, complemented by a Business Management Stream, Nurses' Stream, and an expanded Non-surgical focus. 

With a high-calibre lineup of international and national speakers, this program offers an exceptional opportunity to learn, collaborate and connect across disciplines. 

*Program may be subject to change

More information can be found via the link in our bio. 

48th Annual ASAPS Conference
13-15 November 2026
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Registration is now open.
Early bird pricing is available until 1st September 2026.

Please note: This event attendance is only open to Specialist Plastic Surgeons, Australasian PRS Trainees and those working within a Specialist Plastic Surgery team (Practice Managers, Practice Nurses and Practice Team Members).



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ASAPS Member SpotlightDr Darrell PerkinsSpecialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001133420)Dr Darrell Perkins is a Specialist Pla...
30/07/2026

ASAPS Member Spotlight

Dr Darrell Perkins
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001133420)

Dr Darrell Perkins is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with over 25 years of clinical expertise. He graduated with honours in medicine, surgery, and medical science from the University of New South Wales in 1986 and completed his Fellowship training in General Surgery in 1994. By 1996, he had specialised in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, obtaining further Fellowships in Cosmetic and Hand Surgery.

Dr Perkins is the Head of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department at St George Public Hospital. He is also dedicated to the education of future surgeons, having served as Convenor and organiser of the national conference for Plastic Surgeons for two decades.

Find a Specialist Plastic Surgeon at asaps.org.au



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Patients urged to prioritise qualifications, safety and long-term results over price“I think we’re at an advantage in Au...
24/07/2026

Patients urged to prioritise qualifications, safety and long-term results over price

“I think we’re at an advantage in Australia in that we have a very tightly regulated cosmetic surgery sector,” he said.

Australia’s cosmetic surgery industry operates under strict standards covering surgeon qualifications, informed consent, advertising, patient assessment and follow-up care.

By Sunshine Coast News 

Full article link in bio

Dr David Sparks
Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001863770)



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SAVE THE DATE 5-6 March 2027Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Workshop Crown Conference Centre Melbourne Brought to you...
21/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE

5-6 March 2027
Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Workshop
Crown Conference Centre Melbourne

Brought to you by:
Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons

Endorsed by:
Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons Specialist Plastic Surgeons
New Zealand Association of Plastic Surgeons



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