AHPRA-listed · Adelaide

FRACS-qualified plastic surgeons in Adelaide, 2026

6 Specialist Plastic Surgeons in Adelaide, every one listed against the AHPRA Specialist Register as FRACS-qualified in plastic surgery. We do not list cosmetic doctors who are not on the Specialist Register. Sorted by years in practice. Consultation fees and procedure pricing are shown only where each surgeon publishes them on their own clinic website. Coverage spans Adelaide, North Adelaide, Glenelg, Norwood, Unley and Prospect.

6 surgeons listed No paid placements AHPRA listed
The Health Desk · Editorial team, aged care + dental + plastic surgery + dermatology + weight-loss + psychology · Updated 1 June 2026 · How we rank · Editorial standards

Which is the best plastic surgeon in Adelaide?

Our top-ranked plastic surgeon in Adelaide for 2026 is Dr Vani Prasad Atluri — Dr Vani Prasad Atluri is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (AHPRA-registered, FRACS) practising at Australian Craniofacial Unit in North Adelaide. Runners-up: Dr Jonathan Azzopardi and Dr Alex Cameron. All 6 providers in this guide serve Adelaide and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 6 providers profiled in Adelaide, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

Key takeaways

  • 6 listed providers operate in Adelaide, SA (of 99 nationally).
  • Coverage focus: Adelaide, North Adelaide, Glenelg, Norwood, Unley.
  • Our #1 pick for Adelaide: Dr Vani Prasad Atluri — best for patients seeking body-contouring or post-weight-loss surgery.
  • Typical plastic surgeons pricing in Adelaide: $11,000 to $15,000.
  • Independent comparison, no paid placements. Last reviewed 1 June 2026.

6 Verified Plastic Surgeons in Adelaide, Ranked

1

Dr Vani Prasad Atluri

, Australian Craniofacial Unit
FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member North Adelaide

Dr Vani Prasad Atluri is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (AHPRA-registered, FRACS) practising at Australian Craniofacial Unit in North Adelaide. FRACS, ASPS. Known for liposuction, cleft lip and palate, craniomaxillofacial.

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS

Known for: Liposuction, Cleft lip and palate, Craniomaxillofacial, Facial fractures.

Best for: Patients seeking body-contouring or post-weight-loss surgery

Vani Prasad is a Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon with expertise in lymphoedema surgery.

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0000941294. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

2

Dr Jonathan Azzopardi

, AZZXPARDI
FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Wayville

Dr Jonathan Azzopardi (AZZXPARDI, Wayville) is on the AHPRA Specialist Register for plastic surgery. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. Known for brow lift, otoplasty (ear pinning), blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery).

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS

Known for: Brow lift, Otoplasty (Ear pinning), Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery), Meloplasty or rhytidectomy (Face lift).

Best for: Patients focused on facial rejuvenation and ageing-face procedures

Operates at: Womens And Childrens Hospital

FRACS-qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon practising in Wayville, Adelaide.

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001675516. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

3

Dr Alex Cameron

, Waverley House
FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member Adelaide

Dr Alex Cameron, based at Waverley House in Adelaide, is an AHPRA-listed Specialist Plastic Surgeon. FRACS, ASPS. Known for anisomastia mammoplasty (breast asymmetry correction), augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), augmentation mammoplasty (fat transfer and implants).

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS

Known for: Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Augmentation mammoplasty (Fat transfer and implants), Breast hypoplasia (Tuberous breast correction).

Best for: Patients seeking reconstructive expertise as much as aesthetic outcomes

Operates at: Flinders Medical Centre, St Andrew’s Hospital Inc, The Burnside War Memorial Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Dr Cameron grew up on the Yorke Peninsula before completing his schooling in Adelaide.

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001119525. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

4

Dr Andrew Campbell-Lloyd

, Dr Andrew Campbell-Lloyd Plastic Surgery
FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member Kent Town

Dr Andrew Campbell-Lloyd runs Dr Andrew Campbell-Lloyd Plastic Surgery in Kent Town and holds AHPRA Specialist registration in plastic surgery. FRACS, ASPS. Known for anisomastia mammoplasty (breast asymmetry correction), mastopexy (breast lift), breast reconstruction.

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS

Known for: Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Mastopexy (Breast lift), Breast reconstruction, Reduction mammoplasty (Breast reduction).

Best for: Patients seeking reconstructive expertise as much as aesthetic outcomes

Dr Andrew Campbell-Lloyd (FRACS) is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon whose practice is dedicated to complex breast surgery.

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001131288. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

5

Dr Yugesh Caplash

, Advanced Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Glenelg

Dr Yugesh Caplash is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (AHPRA-registered, FRACS) practising at Advanced Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery in Glenelg. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. Known for augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, brow lift.

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS

Known for: Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, Brow lift.

Best for: Patients focused on facial rejuvenation and ageing-face procedures

Dr Caplash is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001072269. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

6

Dr Bernard Carney OAM

, Western Specialist Centre
FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member Henley Beach

Dr Bernard Carney OAM (Western Specialist Centre, Henley Beach) is on the AHPRA Specialist Register for plastic surgery. FRACS, ASPS. Known for anisomastia mammoplasty (breast asymmetry correction), augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), breast hypoplasia (tuberous breast correction).

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS

Known for: Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Breast hypoplasia (Tuberous breast correction), Breast reconstruction.

Best for: Patients seeking reconstructive expertise as much as aesthetic outcomes

Operates at: Calvary North Adelaide Hospital, Western Hospital

Bernard is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with broad interests in both plastic surgery and life.

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001015166. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

Plastic Surgeons in Adelaide, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider Suburb Specialisations Memberships Years Consultation
Dr Vani Prasad Atluri North AdelaideLiposuction, Cleft lip and palate, CraniomaxillofacialFRACS, ASPS-On enquiry
Dr Jonathan Azzopardi WayvilleBrow lift, Otoplasty (Ear pinning), Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery)FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS-On enquiry
Dr Alex Cameron AdelaideAnisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Augmentation mammoplasty (Fat transfer and implants)FRACS, ASPS-On enquiry
Dr Andrew Campbell-Lloyd Kent TownAnisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Mastopexy (Breast lift), Breast reconstructionFRACS, ASPS-On enquiry
Dr Yugesh Caplash GlenelgAugmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, Brow liftFRACS, ASPS, ASAPS-On enquiry
Dr Bernard Carney OAM Henley BeachAnisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Breast hypoplasia (Tuberous breast correction)FRACS, ASPS-On enquiry

Pricing and availability data checked against public sources at time of publication. We do not host first-party reviews; star ratings have been removed from this directory pending a moderated review-collection process.

How we rank plastic surgeons in Adelaide

We rank providers on objective, publicly verifiable signals — never on star reviews, which we do not collect on this site. We weight regulator registration and credentials (the relevant Australian body for this profession), information transparency (published fees, clear scope), specialisation and service coverage, and operating track record. Compare Plastic Surgeons does not accept payment to feature or rank providers; where referral fees apply, they are disclosed in our footer and do not affect position.

Common questions

FAQs: plastic surgeons in Adelaide

Are these surgeons on the AHPRA Specialist Register?

Yes. Every surgeon listed in this guide is confirmed on the AHPRA Specialist Register as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (FRACS qualification). We do NOT list cosmetic doctors, GPs with cosmetic training, or members of any non-AHPRA-recognised "cosmetic surgeon" body. You can verify any practitioner's registration directly at ahpra.gov.au/registration/registers-of-practitioners.aspx.

How much does plastic surgery in Adelaide cost?

Pricing varies dramatically by procedure and surgeon: breast augmentation typically $11,000-$20,000 all-inclusive, rhinoplasty $15,000-$25,000, facelift $20,000-$35,000, abdominoplasty $15,000-$25,000. Most listed surgeons quote individual prices only after an in-person consultation, which itself typically costs $200-$500. We've shown each surgeon's published consultation fee where available; procedure-level pricing is not industry standard to publish publicly.

What's the difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon?

In Australia, "Specialist Plastic Surgeon" is a protected legal title that requires 12+ years of training including a 5-year RACS plastic surgery program (FRACS qualification). "Cosmetic surgeon" is NOT a recognised AHPRA specialty - any registered medical practitioner can use that label after a short course. Following 2023 Medical Board reforms, advertising rules now strongly favour FRACS surgeons. For elective surgery, prefer FRACS-qualified specialists who operate at accredited hospitals.

Should I have surgery overseas to save money?

Australian plastic surgeons strongly advise against overseas cosmetic surgery (particularly Thailand, Turkey and Eastern Europe), citing higher complication rates, no follow-up care, harder access to revision surgery, and complications often requiring expensive Medicare-funded treatment back home. Reputable Australian surgeons offer payment plans (TLC Medical, MediPay) which often work out cheaper than the all-in cost of overseas surgery once flights, accommodation, recovery time, and complication insurance are factored in.

Is a "cosmetic surgeon" the same as a "plastic surgeon" in Australia?

No. "Plastic surgeon" is a protected medical specialty requiring 12+ years of training and FRACS qualification. "Cosmetic surgeon" was an unregulated title that anyone with a basic medical degree could use. Since 2023 Medical Board reforms, only FRACS-qualified specialists can use protected titles. If a doctor calls themselves a "cosmetic surgeon" but isn't FRACS qualified, they have substantially less training in surgical safety, complication management, and reconstructive techniques.

How do I verify a plastic surgeon's qualifications?

Search the AHPRA register at ahpra.gov.au — type their name and check their specialty registration shows "Specialist Plastic Surgery". Also check the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons directory (plasticsurgery.org.au) which only lists FRACS members. Verify their hospital privileges (legitimate plastic surgeons operate at accredited hospitals, not just office-based clinics). Check Australian regulators, not international ones — overseas qualifications don't automatically translate to Australian standards.

What's the cooling-off period?

Following 2023 Medical Board of Australia reforms, all cosmetic surgery patients must observe a mandatory 7-day cooling-off period between consultation and booking surgery (or 3 months for under-18s). This applies whether you see a plastic surgeon or a cosmetic doctor. Patients also must receive a referral from their GP for cosmetic procedures. These rules exist to prevent high-pressure sales tactics that were common in the cosmetic surgery industry.

Does Medicare or private health insurance cover plastic surgery?

Medicare covers reconstructive plastic surgery (post-cancer, congenital, post-trauma) but NOT purely cosmetic procedures. Private health insurance covers procedures with an MBS item number (which excludes most cosmetic work). Procedures with mixed indications (rhinoplasty for breathing AND cosmetic, breast reduction for back pain, eyelid surgery for vision impairment) may attract partial rebates if you meet eligibility criteria. Discuss with your surgeon and Medicare/insurer beforehand.

Should I have plastic surgery overseas?

Medical tourism for cosmetic surgery (Thailand, Korea, Turkey) costs 50-70% less than Australia but carries significant risks: reduced regulation, language barriers, complication management requires expensive emergency travel, no follow-up care, and Australian doctors generally won't accept responsibility for fixing complications from overseas surgery. Australian plastic surgeons report high rates of patients returning needing expensive corrective surgery. The savings often disappear if anything goes wrong.