Plastic Surgery Procedures
Cosmetic and Reconstructive surgery with Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Namrata Anavekar FRACS, consulting in Bulleen and Sunbury locations.
Breast Surgery
Breast Augmentation
Increasing breast volume using implants or, in selected cases, fat transfer.
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Body Contouring
Facial Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery
What to expect
A referral from your GP or another specialist is required before cosmetic surgery in Australia, and allows a Medicare rebate on consultations for reconstructive conditions.
Examination, discussion of your goals and medical history, and an honest assessment of whether surgery is appropriate. Photographs are usually taken for planning.
For cosmetic surgery, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies between your initial consultation and any booking, in accordance with AHPRA guidelines.
Performed in an accredited facility, with a specialist anaesthetist where general, sedation or local anaesthesia is used.
Scheduled reviews to monitor healing and recovery, with guidance on activity, garments and scar care.
Screening and consent. Dr. Anavekar screens all cosmetic surgery patients for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), as required under the AHPRA guidelines. You will receive written information about risks, costs and recovery, and provide informed financial and surgical consent before proceeding.
Fees, Medicare and health funds
Surgery performed for purely cosmetic reasons does not attract a Medicare rebate, and private health insurance does not generally contribute.
Where surgery is reconstructive, or addresses a documented functional problem, a Medicare item number may apply — this is common with breast reduction, abdominoplasty involving significant muscle separation, functional rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery where vision is obstructed, hand surgery and skin cancer treatment. Eligibility criteria are specific and assessed individually.
You will receive a written quote setting out all costs and any expected rebates before committing to surgery. For questions about fees or health fund cover, contact the practice on 03 9075 0005.
Ready to take the next step?
Book a consultation with Dr Anavekar to discuss your goals and whether surgery is right for you.
Book a ConsultationImportant: In accordance with AHPRA guidelines, a minimum 7-day cooling-off period applies between your initial cosmetic surgery consultation and any procedure. The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results vary. All surgery carries risk. A consultation with a Specialist Plastic Surgeon is required to discuss your suitability.