Pricing for Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery Pricing – Surgery Costs & Fees

Cosmetic Surgery Pricing – prices, payment plans and funding options

Paying for your plastic surgery

Plastic Surgery Pricing – Our practice accepts direct deposits, credit card payment (Mastercard or Visa), bank cheques and cash.

• A deposit is required to secure your surgery date.
• Then full payment must be received at least three weeks prior to your scheduled surgery.

What are the costs involved with plastic surgery?

Just as every patient’s anatomy is different, cosmetic surgery prices vary depending on the complexity and time taken in theatre. However, there are several components to Cosmetic Surgery pricing which are included within the final quote. This includes the surgeon and assistant fees, anaesthetist fees and hospital fees. The cost of breast implants also varies by brand and type.

Surgeon’s Fees

Surgical fees are fixed and typically include the cost of the entire surgery, pre-operative care and aftercare. These fees will differ from surgeon to surgeon, depending on the surgeon’s professional qualifications, experience and even the location of their clinic. Dr Mark Doyle will provide you with a detailed quote of this pricing at your initial consultation.

Dr Doyle’s surgeon fee includes the following:

• The fee for your surgical procedure
• Post-op garments (if required)
• Access to our post-operative support nurse
• Post-operative consultations with Dr Doyle, for 12 weeks following your surgery

Anaesthetist Fees

Major surgery performed by Dr Doyle will be done under a general anaesthetic. Anaesthetists, like most other medical specialists, do not have a standard scale of fees but usually charge by the hour or procedure. Thus, the anaesthetist fee will depend on the qualifications of the anaesthetist who attends to you and the complexity of your surgery. Again, expect to be given an estimate of fees prior to your procedure.

Hospital Fees

All major surgery by Dr Doyle is performed at John Flynn Hospital in Tugun. Hospital fees can vary significantly from facility to facility. Keep in mind that surgeons and anaesthetists are regarded as “independent contractors” who utilise the facilities of private hospitals. As such, Dr Doyle is unable to negotiate, discuss or agree on the arrangements that the hospital makes with patients regarding pricing and fees. The hospital fees can vary depending on whether it is insured or uninsured, a cosmetic or reconstructive case, the time in theatre and whether it is a day case or overnight stay is required.

Breast Implant Costs

There are a wide variety of breast implants available (see Breast Implant Options) and Dr Doyle will discuss these with you during your consultations. The price of your breast implants in Australia will also vary depending on the brand, size and shape you decide on.

Teardrop-shaped implants are typically more expensive than round implants and the larger the implant size, the higher the cost will be. Again, Dr Doyle will recommend a size and shape in line with your surgery goals.

Informed Financial Consent

You will be given a quote for your surgery as part of your informed consent during your consultation with Dr Doyle.

Fee Comparison

If you are consulting multiple surgeons, it’s important to compare fees correctly. Some surgeon fees may be lower, but anesthesia/hospital fees may be higher, and vice versa. You should always take into account all aspects of your surgery, including your post-operative care, and ensure that everything is included within your final quote to avoid unwanted surprises. The costs for your plastic surgery should always be explained and provided to you clearly and in plain language.

What’s the cost of the plastic surgery consultation?

The cost of the consultation fee with Dr Doyle is $300, regardless of whether the consultation is conducted in person or virtually (Skype or FaceTime). This amount is paid in advance to secure your consultation date.

Please note, that this is a non-refundable amount in the event of a no-show. If you’re unsure of your availability, please refrain from booking your initial consultation until you know a date and time that you can attend.

Consultation rebate

A referral is now required to book a consultation with Dr Doyle. Having a valid referral can allow you to claim a Medicare rebate for the cost of your first consultation. This rebate is usually around $84.

If you wish to claim this rebate, please check that your referral is valid before booking your consultation. A GP referral is valid for 12 months and a specialist referral is only valid for 3 months.

Breast, Body and Face Surgery Costs, Fees and Prices in Queensland, Australia

Your surgery prices may differ depending on whether you consult with a cosmetic doctor or plastic surgeon. These pricing variations may be a result of the time taken to complete the procedure, different techniques required or the cost for hospital and anaesthetics. Despite the variances, each procedure usually comes with a similar cost.

Download the Cosmetic Surgery Pricing List Australia

Have you ever wondered “How much does plastic surgery cost in Australia?” We have the answers.

We’ve surveyed various cosmetic doctors and plastic surgeon price points around Queensland. Our Plastic Surgery Pricing guide details the average all-inclusive costs for cosmetic surgery procedures in QLD.

This guide demonstrates two price points for each surgery. The more affordable option is generally indicative of a Cosmetic Doctor’s price, and the pricier option is generally indicative of a Specialist Plastic Surgeons price point.

Breast Augmentation Prices

The average cost of a Breast Augmentation in Queensland depends on your choice of breast implants (brand, size and shape) and your surgeon’s fee play a big role in determining the final cost of your breast augmentation (boob job) surgery.

The price of breast augmentation surgery starts from $14,000 and includes:

• Dr Mark Doyle’s surgical fees
• High-quality silicone Motiva Breast Implants (which come with an extensive warranty)
• Round breast implants
• Under the muscle placement of breast implants
• Crisalix 3D imaging
• Hospital theatre fee at John Flynn Private Hospital
• Day stay at John Flynn Private Hospital
• Anaesthetic fee
• All post-surgery appointments
• Post-surgery pack including garments and scripts for pain relief and antibiotics

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Breast Augmentation Before and After Images

Breast Lift Prices

The average cost of a Breast Lift in Queensland depends on the severity of ptosis (loose breast skin) and the complexity of the lift. Medicare rebates may apply for a breast lift performed out of medical necessity and without the use of implants. To view the price range for Breast Lift, download our price guide.

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Breast Lift Before and After Images

Breast Reduction Prices

The average cost of a Breast Reduction in Queensland depends on the complexity of the procedure and your surgeon’s fee. Medicare rebates may apply if you suffer from persistent back pain, skin irritation, infection and other health concerns. To view the price range for Breast Reduction, download our price guide.

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Breast Reduction Before and After Images

Facelift Prices

The average cost of a Facelift in Queensland depends on how long the procedure will take in the theatre and the extent of the face lift. To view the price range for Facelift, download our price guide.

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Facelift Before and After Images

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Prices

The average cost of a Rhinoplasty Nose Job in Queensland depends on the nature of the procedure and if it is being done out of medical necessity such as to treat a deviated septum. Deviated septum surgery cost may be higher than a standard cosmetic rhinoplasty. Medicare rebates may apply if you can provide evidence demonstrating the medical need to undergo nose surgery. To view the price range for Rhinoplasty, download our price guide.

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Nose Job Before and After Images

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Prices

The average cost of an Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) in Queensland depends on whether the surgery is being done to treat excess skin following weight loss, reduce excess fat, tighten the muscles underneath or a combination of the above. Medicare rebates may apply if the surgery is being done to treat lower back pain, incontinence, diastasis recti, hernias or skin rashes/infections. To view the price range for Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), download our price guide.

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Abdominoplasty Tummy Tuck Before and After Images

Eyelids (Blepharoplasty) Prices

The average cost of a Blepharoplasty in Queensland depends on whether it’s treating the upper or lower eyelids or both. Medicare rebates may apply if your vision is impaired due to excess skin resting on your eyelashes or you have a weak or loose eyelid (eyelid ptosis). To view the price range for Blepharoplasty, download our price guide.

Please note, that Dr Doyle will carefully evaluate your condition as accurately as possible before a quote is provided. In the case that Dr Doyle finds something unexpected in your surgery that necessitates a pathology test, there may be a small additional cost.

View Dr Doyle’s Real Patient Eyelid Surgery Before and After Images

Why do plastic surgery costs, fees and prices differ between providers?

Major price differences for cosmetic surgery often reflect the type of surgeon who is performing the operation, including their skills, expertise and qualifications.

A low price point may indicate one or more of the following:

• The quote is not inclusive of all fees (ie. hospital and anaesthetic),
• The surgeon is not an experienced specialist plastic surgeon trained in advanced surgical techniques,
• Breast implants may be of low quality,
• The surgery is not being performed in an accredited hospital, or
• The surgery is not being performed under general anaesthetic.

For these reasons, it’s important to ensure that you’ve chosen a Specialist Plastic Surgeon rather than a Cosmetic Doctor.

Price vs. Value

It’s easy to research and compare prices for cosmetic surgery, however, it’s important to know that the outcome of your surgery, your recovery and the post-operative care received may vary depending on the price paid.

As all invasive surgery carries risk, discount shopping is NOT recommended for plastic surgery providers. Finding a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon is important.

Because of this, we encourage you to be sceptical about “cheap” plastic surgery. This could indicate that the surgeon is untrained, not experienced, there’s insufficient staff available, and safety may not be the highest of priorities. Before committing to a surgeon, make sure to:

• Ask lots of questions
• Check your surgeon’s credentials FRACS (Plas)
• Ask friends/family for recommendations, and
• Examine all before and after images closely to determine his/her skill in your specific procedure.

Dr Mark Doyle is a specialist plastic surgeon who spent fourteen years gaining his qualifications and advanced surgical training. He has since practised as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon for over 30 years and has performed thousands of breast, body, face and nose surgeries in his time.

Why choose a specialist plastic surgeon?

In Australia, it remains legal for any doctor to perform surgery. Any doctor can enter the cosmetic surgery field, however, specialist surgeons are required to complete an additional five years of extensive surgical education and training. This means that plastic surgeons are qualified in their surgical skills and advanced techniques used for cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive procedures.

If your doctor is not a surgeon, they are unlikely to have hospital operating and admitting rights. This can compromise the safety and sterility of the procedure being performed and is not recommended for any invasive surgical procedure.

Medicare and Plastic Surgery

It’s important to be aware that plastic surgery only qualifies for a Medicare rebate when it is performed out of medical necessity (for health indications and not cosmetic reasons).To find out which procedures attract a rebate and more information on claiming this, please view our page, Will Medicare Cover My Plastic Surgery?

Superannuation and Plastic Surgery

Superannuation funds, alike Medicare, may assist you financially with medically indicated procedures. If you suffer from a serious medical condition that can be corrected with plastic surgery, and you have no other means to fund the procedure, you may be able to access your superannuation early.  Find out more about using your superannuation for plastic surgery.

Plastic Surgery Payment Plans

Many patients seek to obtain personal loans or surgical finance to fund their surgery. Dr Doyle or Gold Coast Plastic Surgery does not offer or assist with the application for these payment options.

For more information, please view our Payment Plans page.

Find out more about Plastic Surgery Payment Plans

Payment options

Our clinic accepts direct deposits, credit card payments (Mastercard or Visa), bank cheques, EFTPOS and cash. Please note the following:

• A deposit is required to secure your surgery date.
• Full payment must be received at least three weeks prior to your scheduled surgery.

Find out more about our Payment Options

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a mini facelift cost in Australia?

A mini facelift is a less extensive variant of the traditional facelift that may be recommended for patients who have less excess skin. Mini facelift surgery in Australia generally costs less than a traditional facelift surgery. To view the pricing range for facelift surgery in Australia, please download our pricing guide.

What is the price for breast implants in Australia?

The cost of teardrop-shaped breast implants are typically more expensive than round implants and, the larger the implant size, generally the higher the cost will be. The price of breast implants will always be itemised on your surgery quote.

How much does breast implant removal cost in Australia?

The cost of breast implant removal in Australia is comparable to the cost of breast augmentation surgery. This price range is outlined in our cosmetic surgery price list guide.

What is the breast reduction Medicare rebate in Australia?

The Medicare rebate for breast reduction surgery is approximately $1044.70 (as of April 2021). If you are covered by Private Health Insurance, your provider may also contribute to your breast reduction procedure. For more information, read our blog, Will Medicare Cover My Breast Reduction? 

How much is a facelift in Australia?

The price for a facelift in Queensland, Australia has been outlined in our plastic surgery pricing guide.

How much does a Rhinoplasty nose job cost in Australia?

The price for a Rhinoplasty nose job in Queensland, Australia has been outlined in our plastic surgery pricing guide.

How much does deviated septum surgery cost in Australia?

The price of deviated septum surgery or Septoplasty generally costs less than a traditional rhinoplasty. It is indicative of the lower-end price point of rhinoplasty surgery, which has been outlined in our cosmetic surgery price list guide.

How much does a belt lipectomy cost in Australia?

Belt lipectomy or circumferential abdominoplasty is a highly personalised surgical procedure that differs depending on the surgery goals of the patient and the amount of excess skin present. Those patients with major weight loss will need more significant procedures to remove their excess skin. Belt lipectomy surgery costs more than a traditional abdominoplasty, with price estimates for an Abdominoplasty tummy tuck available in our plastic surgery pricing guide.

How much does arm lift surgery cost in Australia?

The cost of arm lift surgery depends on the amount of excess skin to be removed and whether or not liposuction is required to achieve the patient’s surgery goals.

How much does a thigh lift cost in Australia?

The cost of thigh lift surgery depends on the amount of excess skin to be removed and whether or not liposuction is required.

How much does liposuction cost in Australia?

Liposuction is priced per area and depends on the time taken in the theatre. On average, you can expect to pay $2000- $6000 per area of liposuction.

Book a Consultation

If you would like to find out more about the cost of plastic surgery in Australia or are interested in undergoing a cosmetic procedure, book a consultation with Dr Doyle today.