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We are delighted to introduce Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Alicia Heald. Dr Heald is an independent Specialist Plastic Surgeon consulting privately from the rooms of AR Plastic Surgery alongside Specialist Plastic Surgeons Dr Eddie Cheng MED0001399314 and Dr Ajay Chauhan MED0001172663. […]

As of the 1st of July 2022, women who meet the Medicare criteria for surgical repair of muscle separation as a result of pregnancy will now be able to access support from Medicare and Private Health Funds. The new abdominoplasty or tummy tuck medical item number and descriptions are yet to be defined, however, the government has confirmed […]

What should I ask my surgeon before having cosmetic plastic surgery? When considering cosmetic plastic surgery SAFETY is your number one priorty! It would be foolish to think that any procedure or surgery is a walk in the park at lunch time! In fact, all surgery carries risk. Even a shot of filler in the lips at lunchtime carries a level of […]

One of the most common questions our patients ask prior to plastic surgery is - what should I pack for the hospital or hotel? For any Mums having plastic surgery, you'll all recall what it was like packing that all-important hospital bag. Packing and prepping your bag or travels for plastic surgery requires some forethought! Especially if you're […]

Things you can do to help keep our community safe: Please wear your mask whilst attending appointments in-rooms and Check-in via the Check-in Qld App. Attend your appointment at your scheduled time. If you arrive early please remain in our building foyer or your car until your scheduled appointment time. Please attend your appointment ALONE if […]

Melanoma is the most common cancer in young Australians (15 - 39 year olds), but incidence for people over 60 is high and increasing. If detected early, 90% of Melanoma cases can be successfully treated with surgery. […]

The background In 2016 Medicare withdrew the item number for abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery following pregnancy, without any public or clinical consultation. One of our most frequently asked questions is 'Can I use my private health insurance to repair muscle separation caused by pregnancy?' […]

How to maximise your consultation with Dr Eddie Cheng. Hi everyone. My name is Lauren and I am one of Dr Cheng's treatment coordinators and I'm here to talk to you about preparing for your aesthetic consultation. […]

Elective surgery is back on in Queensland! Thanks for your patience and understanding during this time as we cancelled and rescheduled many of your surgeries with no real end in sight. Naturally we will be resuming elective surgery with caution and the safety of our community will always be at the front of our minds. There will be some extra […]

Payment plans and options for plastic and cosmetic surgery with Dr Eddie Cheng in Brisbane This is one of the most frequently as questions and one that we hope our video below will clarify for many of our patients. Robyn our practice manager will talk you through the different payment options available for aesthetic and reconstructive surgery with […]