Welcome to our FAQ (Frequently asked questions)
We hope that these will answer most queries you may have before your consultation.
Please do contact the clinic on (08) 6115 0222 for further information and to arrange a consultation.
Dr Brooks is based in Perth, Western Australia.
He consults from our rooms in West Perth
48 Ventnor Avenue
West Perth
WA 6005
Dr Brooks operates at various hospitals around Perth including:
Hospital choice is determined by Dr Brooks based on the type of procedure, theatre availability and duration of stay.
We will attempt to accommodate your preference if possible
Dr Brooks is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon. This means he has completed Training by the Royal Australian College of Surgeons.
This has required:
Since his Fellowship qualification in 2009, Dr Brooks has continued to broaden his experience by contributing to research, provide teaching to junior doctors, attending and presenting at national and international conferences and travelling to visit surgeons around the globe to further improve his skills and keep up to date with the latest techniques.
Dr Brooks is a Specialist in Plastic Surgery with a special interest in Cosmetic Surgery, not a Cosmetic doctor. This means he has completed a Fellowship with the Royal College of Surgeons in the area of Plastic Surgery and has been recognised by his peers as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon. This required 5 years of medical school, multiple years as a junior doctor in hospital, followed by 5 years of Specialist Training and then completion of the Fellowship examinations.
This is different from a cosmetic doctor who may only have completed 5 years of medical school and not completed any further qualifications.
In Australia, Plastic surgeons such as Dr Brooks are required to complete a minimum of 12 years of training before they become Specialists including 5 years of Specialist Surgical Training.
Dr Brooks has 14 years of experience as a Consultant Specialist Plastic Surgeon since completing his Fellowship examinations and has therefore amassed a vast wealth of knowledge and additionally has worked with Plastic Surgeons across the world to continue to build his experience and help improve his patient’s outcomes.
A Specialist Plastic Surgeon qualification is indicated by the letters “FRACS Plas” after their name whereas a cosmetic doctor will not. It stands for Fellow of the Royal College of Australian Surgeons in Plastic Surgery.
Dr Brooks is a Consultant Specialist Plastic Surgeon with experience in all areas of Plastic Surgery.
His areas of specialist interest include:
His Cosmetic Surgery areas of specialist interest include:
Lipoedema is one of Dr Brooks’ areas of special interest. He is one of the only Plastic Surgeons in Western Australia to manage lipoedema. He has trained with lipoedema specialists in Europe and lectures on the subject regularly.
If you have lipoedema, we welcome for you to come and discuss it with Senior Nurse Clare who may be able to guide you on non-surgical management and discuss possible areas where surgery may be of benefit.
Please see more information on lipoedema here.
For any cosmetic procedure, all patients must have a referral from their GP.
This is based on the AHPRA National Guidelines and is important in protecting the public. We ensure that patient’s GPs receive updates regarding their procedure and progress.
We also recommend a second opinion from another qualified Plastic Surgeon before pursuing a cosmetic procedure.
Cost is always a consideration in elective surgery. Prices for individual procedures can vary widely between Specialist Plastic Surgeons. Some factors that may influence the cost include the surgeon’s experience, the type of procedure, anaesthetist and hospital location.
Costs associated with the procedure may include:
Surgeon’s fee
Hospital or surgical facility costs
Anaesthesia fees
Prescriptions for medication
Post-surgery garments
Medical tests
We welcome any questions you may have regarding fees.
There is almost always out of pocket expenses with surgery not covered by Private Health Insurance.
Every procedure has risks and these are individualised to the patient. We will discuss risks in detail at the time of consultation however we welcome questions and queries at any time.
Factors that can increase risks include:
In Australia, accessing superannuation for medical purposes is possible under specific circumstances, particularly when facing a serious medical condition with no alternative means of funding necessary surgery. Examples of successful claims include breast reductions, tummy tucks following weight loss surgery, and removal of implants for medical reasons.
The process is overseen by the Australian Taxation Office. If approved by them, your super fund will then assess the request based on your fund’s rules and release the funds if deemed appropriate.
It’s crucial to recognize that accessing superannuation impacts retirement savings significantly. Therefore, it’s strongly advised for individuals considering this option to seek financial guidance beforehand.
Private health insurance may cover certain parts of your journey. Costs include:
Surgeon’s fee
Hospital or surgical facility costs
Anaesthesia fees
Prescriptions for medication
Post-surgery garments
Medical tests
Private insurance may cover some of these costs depending on the MBS item numbers used and the degree of private cover that you have.
Each Private Health fund will cover varying amounts and we can provide the item numbers for you to take to your health fund to get an idea of what costs they may cover.
Dr Brooks suggests a comprehensive assessment by Senior Nurse Clare early in your journey to better give you an idea of:
Following this consultation we will book you in to see Dr Brooks to go through any further questions and plan for your procedure.
Call our friendly team to get more information about your plastic or reconstructive goals
