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COSMETIC AND PLASTIC SURGERY

Plastic surgery is a broad spectrum of both reconstructive and cosmetic surgical procedures. The Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon may be known as a Plastic Surgeon or Cosmetic Surgeon.

Plastic surgery has been an advanced surgical specialty that has lead the way in management of burns, cleft lip and other congenital deformities, traumatic injuries including replantation of amputated parts, microvascular surgery, hand surgery and cosmetic surgery of the face, breast and body.

Most common areas leading to claims of medical negligence:

• Breast reduction
• Breast augmentation
• Brow lift
• Chemical peel
• Gender reassignment surgery
• Laser treatment
• Liposuction
• Rhinoplasty
• Tattoo removal
• Hand Surgery
• Face Lift

Lack of regulation of cosmetic surgery is a real concern in Australia. Some doctors are performing cosmetic procedures without adequate specialist training.

News.com.au reports that the number of medical negligence claims against cosmetic surgeons have drastically increased over the last 10 years: "A report last year by Insurance Statistics Australia showed that claims against plastic and cosmetic surgeons together soared by 41 per cent over 10 years - higher even than obstetrics - when comparing the three years from 1995-96 to 1997-98 with the period 2003-04 to 2005-06." Source: news.com.au 16.02.08.

Please note that not every death or injury which occurs in conjunction with medical care is the result of medical negligence. Most medical providers are competent, dedicated, and committed professionals.

However, if you have questions about the care you received, we can have a medical negligence specialist lawyer review your case. We are firmly committed to helping you find out if you or a loved one has suffered injuries or death as a result of medical negligence.

Our lawyers can advise you whether you can make a legal claim for compensation. If you would like obligation-free legal advice from a medical negligence solicitor, please complete the contact form or call 1800 529 835.