Head-to-head · 2026
Dr Kourosh Tavakoli vs Dr Steven Liew
Side-by-side comparison: AHPRA Specialist Register status, ASPS membership, specialisations, hospital affiliations and years in practice. Both in Sydney. We list FRACS-qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeons only. Cross-check both surgeons at ahpra.gov.au before any consultation. Verified 11 June 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Both surgeons practise in Sydney.
- Clinic: Dr Kourosh Tavakoli operates from Dr Tavakoli Plastic Surgery; Dr Steven Liew from Shape Clinic.
- Dr Kourosh Tavakoli additionally offers: breast augmentation, breast revision, mummy makeover.
- Dr Steven Liew additionally offers: facelift, blepharoplasty, breast aesthetics.
- Dr Steven Liew is also an ASAPS (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) member; the other is FRACS + ASPS only.
- Hospital affiliations: Dr Kourosh Tavakoli operates at East Sydney Private Hospital; Dr Steven Liew at St Vincent's Private Hospital Sydney, St Vincent's Clinic.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Dr Kourosh Tavakoli | Dr Steven Liew |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Double Bay, Sydney | Darlinghurst, Sydney |
| Clinic | Dr Tavakoli Plastic Surgery | Shape Clinic |
| AHPRA Specialist Register | Yes (FRACS Plastic Surgery) | Yes (FRACS Plastic Surgery) |
| Memberships | FRACS, ASPS, ISAPS | FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS |
| Years in practice | 22 | 21 |
| Specialisations | Breast augmentation, Breast revision, Rhinoplasty, Mummy makeover, Liposuction | Facelift, Rhinoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Breast aesthetics, Non-surgical facial rejuvenation |
| Hospital affiliations | East Sydney Private Hospital | St Vincent's Private Hospital Sydney, St Vincent's Clinic |
| Consultation fee | On enquiry | On enquiry |
Surgeons verified against ASPS Find-a-Surgeon directory + AHPRA Specialist Register. Specialisations, clinic name and hospital affiliations sourced from ASPS member profiles. Always confirm current AHPRA registration at ahpra.gov.au before booking any procedure. AHPRA s133 prohibits before-and-after image use in advertising; we list quality signals (Specialist Register status + ASPS / ASAPS membership) instead.
Dr Kourosh Tavakoli
Standout strengths
- ›Master of Surgery in Plastic Surgery from UNSW. Reported to have performed over 10,000 breast procedures.
- ›Breast augmentation
- ›Breast revision
- ›Rhinoplasty
AHPRA-listed Specialist Plastic Surgeon at Dr Tavakoli Plastic Surgery in Double Bay, Sydney. Known for breast augmentation, breast revision, rhinoplasty.
See full profile →Dr Steven Liew
Standout strengths
- ›First Australian admitted as fellow in plastic surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering, New York. Founder of Shape Clinic since 2005.
- ›Facelift
- ›Rhinoplasty
- ›Blepharoplasty
AHPRA-listed Specialist Plastic Surgeon at Shape Clinic in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Known for facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is the better plastic surgeon, Dr Kourosh Tavakoli or Dr Steven Liew?
Both are FRACS-qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeons on the AHPRA Specialist Register, so the baseline quality signal is matched. "Better" depends on your specific procedure. Dr Kourosh Tavakoli lists breast augmentation, breast revision, rhinoplasty among their specialisations; Dr Steven Liew lists facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty. Always cross-check current AHPRA registration at ahpra.gov.au and ASPS membership at plasticsurgery.org.au before booking. Surgeon case volume in your specific procedure is the strongest outcome predictor - ask each how many they have performed.
Are Dr Kourosh Tavakoli and Dr Steven Liew both on the AHPRA Specialist Register?
Yes - we only list FRACS-qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeons. Dr Kourosh Tavakoli practises as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon at Dr Tavakoli Plastic Surgery in Double Bay. Dr Steven Liew practises at Shape Clinic in Darlinghurst. Verify both at ahpra.gov.au under Specialty: Plastic Surgery before any consultation.
What is the difference in experience between Dr Kourosh Tavakoli and Dr Steven Liew?
Dr Kourosh Tavakoli has been in practice 22 years versus 21 for the other. Years in practice is a useful proxy but not a guarantee - what matters most is specific case volume in the procedure you want, and the surgeon's willingness to discuss complications transparently. See our 10 questions to ask at consultation guide.
Which hospitals do Dr Kourosh Tavakoli and Dr Steven Liew operate at?
Dr Kourosh Tavakoli: East Sydney Private Hospital. Dr Steven Liew: St Vincent's Private Hospital Sydney, St Vincent's Clinic. Following the 2023 AHPRA Cosmetic Surgery Standard, higher-risk cosmetic procedures must be performed in NSQHS-accredited hospitals, not office-based theatres. Confirm hospital accreditation as part of your consultation.
Are they both ASPS members?
FRACS, ASPS, ISAPS (ASPS member) for Dr Kourosh Tavakoli. FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS (ASPS member) for Dr Steven Liew. ASPS membership is restricted to FRACS-qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeons - all ASPS members are on the AHPRA Specialist Register by membership rule. ASAPS membership additionally signals focus on aesthetic surgery. ISAPS is the international equivalent.
Next step
Prepare for either consultation
Take our 10 questions to ask any plastic surgeon at consultation. Sourced from the AHPRA Cosmetic Surgery Standard 2023 and ASPS patient guidance. Print and bring to both consultations.
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