AHPRA-listed · Gold Coast

FRACS-qualified plastic surgeons in Gold Coast, 2026

5 Specialist Plastic Surgeons in Gold Coast, 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 Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads, Robina and Southport.

5 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 Gold Coast?

Our top-ranked plastic surgeon in Gold Coast for 2026 is Dr Paul Cheng — Dr Paul Cheng is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (AHPRA-registered, FRACS) practising at The Layt Clinic in Southport. Runners-up: Dr Drew Cronin and Dr Mark Doyle. All 5 providers in this guide serve Gold Coast and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 5 providers profiled in Gold Coast, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

★Key takeaways

✓5 listed providers operate in Gold Coast, QLD (of 99 nationally).
✓Coverage focus: Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads, Robina, Southport.
✓Our #1 pick for Gold Coast: Dr Paul Cheng — best for patients seeking breast or post-pregnancy body procedures.
✓Typical plastic surgeons pricing in Gold Coast: $11,000 to $15,000.
✓Independent comparison, no paid placements. Last reviewed 1 June 2026.

5 Verified Plastic Surgeons in Gold Coast, Ranked

Dr Paul Cheng

, The Layt Clinic

FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Southport

Dr Paul Cheng is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (AHPRA-registered, FRACS) practising at The Layt Clinic in Southport. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. Known for augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), augmentation mammoplasty (fat transfer and implants), mastopexy (breast lift).

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS

Known for: Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Augmentation mammoplasty (Fat transfer and implants), Mastopexy (Breast lift), Mastopexy and augmentation (Breast implants with lift).

Best for: Patients seeking breast or post-pregnancy body procedures

Operates at: Ballina Day Surgery, Gold Coast University Hospital, Pacific Private Day Hospital, Pindara Private Hospital

Dr Paul Cheng is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, now practicing on the Gold Coast, QLD and in Ballina, NSW.

Clinic website → 07 5597 4100 Verify on AHPRA ↗

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0002720769. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

Dr Drew Cronin

, The Coastal Clinic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics

FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Southport

Dr Drew Cronin (The Coastal Clinic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, Southport) is on the AHPRA Specialist Register for plastic surgery. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. Known for anisomastia mammoplasty (breast asymmetry correction), augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), mastopexy and augmentation (breast implants with lift).

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS

Known for: Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Mastopexy and augmentation (Breast implants with lift), Mastopexy (Breast lift).

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

Operates at: Gold Coast Private Hospital, Gold Coast University Hospital, Pacific Private Day Hospital, Pindara Private

Dr Drew Cronin is a Queensland trained and fully certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon.

Clinic website → 07 5683 0820 Verify on AHPRA ↗

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0000983320. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

Dr Mark Doyle

, Gold Coast Plastic Surgery

FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Tugun

Dr Mark Doyle, based at Gold Coast Plastic Surgery in Tugun, is an AHPRA-listed Specialist Plastic Surgeon. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. Known for abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, brachioplasty (arm lift), liposuction.

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS

Known for: Abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, Brachioplasty (Arm lift), Liposuction, Meloplasty or rhytidectomy (Face lift).

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

Operates at: John Flynn Private Hospital

Dr Mark Doyle has a busy surgical practice based at the southern end of the Gold Coast, Australia, near the Gold Coast International Airport and John Flynn Hospital, and only operates in accredited hospitals using qualified specialist anaesthetists.

Clinic website → (07) 5598 0988 Verify on AHPRA ↗

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001375519. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

Dr Dilipkumar Gahankari

, Pindara Specialist Suites

FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Benowa

Dr Dilipkumar Gahankari runs Pindara Specialist Suites in Benowa and holds AHPRA Specialist registration in plastic surgery. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. 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, ASAPS

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: Gold Coast University Hospital, John Flynn Private Hospital, Murwillumbah District Hospital

Dr Dilip Gahankari (FRACS) is an Australian-trained Specialist Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon with over 31 years’ experience in Plastic Surgery.

Clinic website → (07) 5539 4611 Verify on AHPRA ↗

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001407730. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

Dr Isolde Hertess

, Dr Hertess Plastic Surgery

FRACS · AHPRA listed ASPS member ASAPS member Benowa

Dr Isolde Hertess is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (AHPRA-registered, FRACS) practising at Dr Hertess Plastic Surgery in Benowa. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS. Known for anisomastia mammoplasty (breast asymmetry correction), augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), mastopexy and augmentation (breast implants with lift).

Consultation

Not published

AHPRA

Specialist

Memberships

FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS

Known for: Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Mastopexy and augmentation (Breast implants with lift), Mastopexy (Breast lift).

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

Operates at: Cairns Private Hospital, John Flynn Private Hospital, Miami Private Hospital, Pacific Private Day Hospital

As a female I can relate to female concerns and expectations.

Clinic website → 07 5601 0485 Verify on AHPRA ↗

Note: ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory confirms FRACS membership, AHPRA MED0001372020. Listed 17/05/2026. Years in practice + per-procedure fees not verified for this entry pending direct clinic outreach.

Plastic Surgeons in Gold Coast, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider ⇅	Suburb ⇅	Specialisations ⇅	Memberships ⇅	Years ⇅	Consultation ⇅
Dr Paul Cheng	Southport	Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Augmentation mammoplasty (Fat transfer and implants), Mastopexy (Breast lift)	FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS	-	On enquiry
Dr Drew Cronin	Southport	Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Mastopexy and augmentation (Breast implants with lift)	FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS	-	On enquiry
Dr Mark Doyle	Tugun	Abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, Brachioplasty (Arm lift), Liposuction	FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS	-	On enquiry
Dr Dilipkumar Gahankari	Benowa	Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Augmentation mammoplasty (Fat transfer and implants)	FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS	-	On enquiry
Dr Isolde Hertess	Benowa	Anisomastia mammoplasty (Breast asymmetry correction), Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Mastopexy and augmentation (Breast implants with lift)	FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS	-	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 Gold Coast

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 Gold Coast

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 Gold Coast 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.

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