Head-to-head · 2026
Mr Anthony McDonald vs Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas
Side-by-side comparison: AHPRA Specialist Register status, ASPS membership, specialisations, hospital affiliations and years in practice. Both in Geelong. 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 Geelong.
- Clinic: Mr Anthony McDonald operates from Mr Anthony McDonald Plastic Surgery; Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas from Australian Skin Face Body.
- Mr Anthony McDonald additionally offers: augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), brachioplasty (arm lift).
- Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas additionally offers: mastopexy (breast lift), abdominal liposuction.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mr Anthony McDonald | Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Geelong | Geelong |
| Clinic | Mr Anthony McDonald Plastic Surgery | Australian Skin Face Body |
| AHPRA Specialist Register | Yes (FRACS Plastic Surgery) | Yes (FRACS Plastic Surgery) |
| Memberships | FRACS, ASPS | FRACS, ASPS |
| Years in practice | – | – |
| Specialisations | Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation), Breast reconstruction, Reduction mammoplasty (Breast reduction), Abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum, Brachioplasty (Arm lift) | Mastopexy (Breast lift), Breast reconstruction, Reduction mammoplasty (Breast reduction), Abdominal liposuction, Abdominoplasty: cosmetic or muscle repair post-partum |
| Hospital affiliations | – | – |
| 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.
Mr Anthony McDonald
Standout strengths
- ›Mr Anthony McDonald is an experienced and fully qualified Geelong plastic surgeon who specialises in cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, hand surgery and skin cancer prevention and treatment.
- ›Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation)
- ›Breast reconstruction
- ›Reduction mammoplasty (Breast reduction)
AHPRA-listed Specialist Plastic Surgeon at Mr Anthony McDonald Plastic Surgery in Geelong, Geelong. Known for breast surgery, body contouring, facial surgery.
See full profile →Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas
Standout strengths
- ›Mr Acosta-Rojas specialises in hand surgery, providing the latest non-surgical or minimally invasive alternatives where possible for conditions such as carpal tunnel, finger contractures, trigger finger and osteoarthritis.
- ›Mastopexy (Breast lift)
- ›Breast reconstruction
- ›Reduction mammoplasty (Breast reduction)
AHPRA-listed Specialist Plastic Surgeon at Australian Skin Face Body in Geelong, Geelong. Known for breast surgery, body contouring, facial surgery.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is the better plastic surgeon, Mr Anthony McDonald or Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas?
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. Mr Anthony McDonald lists augmentation mammoplasty (breast augmentation), breast reconstruction, reduction mammoplasty (breast reduction) among their specialisations; Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas lists mastopexy (breast lift), breast reconstruction, reduction mammoplasty (breast reduction). 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 Mr Anthony McDonald and Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas both on the AHPRA Specialist Register?
Yes - we only list FRACS-qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeons. Mr Anthony McDonald practises as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon at Mr Anthony McDonald Plastic Surgery in Geelong. Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas practises at Australian Skin Face Body in Geelong. Verify both at ahpra.gov.au under Specialty: Plastic Surgery before any consultation.
What is the difference in experience between Mr Anthony McDonald and Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas?
Years in practice not separately verified for at least one of these surgeons. The AHPRA register at ahpra.gov.au shows original specialty registration date - this is the closest authoritative reference. Ask each surgeon directly about their case volume in your specific procedure.
Which hospitals do Mr Anthony McDonald and Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas operate at?
Mr Anthony McDonald: hospital affiliations not separately listed; ask at consultation. Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas: hospital affiliations not separately listed; ask at consultation. 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 (ASPS member) for Mr Anthony McDonald. FRACS, ASPS (ASPS member) for Mr Rafael Acosta-Rojas. 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
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