Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons

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Thank you for supporting the #CosmeticSurgery Standards released today.

Together, we are creating safer care for all Australians who choose to have #cosmeticsurgery.

Learn more about the new standards at https://t.co/Zec5kquq4Z @healthgovau @ASAPSau @RACSurgeons

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ASAPS welcomes & supports the new National Safety and Quality Cosmetic Surgery Standards launched today & thanks the
@ACSQHC for putting patients first. #CosmeticSurgeryStandards #cosmeticsurgery
More info on the standards and ASAPS' statement can be found on our website.

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From 1st July 2023 - There must be a cooling-off period of at least seven days after the patient has had two consultations and given informed consent.
See the updated Guidelines via our resources page.

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From 1st July 2023 -A patient seeking cosmetic surgery must have at least two pre-operative consultations.

For more information on changes to cosmetic surgery procedures, the guidelines can be found

https://t.co/uzoM1tKx1k
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Strict new rules introduced for Australians looking to have cosmetic surgery.

Read more and see the full news story at https://t.co/5ddqTNTab7

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A clip from ASAPS' President Dr Timothy Edwards' interview with 5AA.

Follow the link for the full audio interview and transcript https://t.co/X0fVwPjO6g

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“We are concerned that with GPs under pressure, the last thing they need is fit, healthy people coming in just for a referral for cosmetic surgery,” he said.

Read more at https://t.co/vgFbKOGIeu

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Part 3 - Cont. with pressures on GPs, doctor shopping and mandated consultations

With 10NewsFirst and Dr Timothy Edwards, President of ASAPS

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Part 2 - Botox & psychological screening and pressures on our GPs

With 10NewsFirst and Dr Timothy Edwards, President of ASAPS

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Part 1 - The need for GP referrals from 1st July 2023.

With 10NewsFirst and Dr Timothy Edwards, President of ASAPS

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There are changes coming under new rules from the Medical Board of Australia, which will come into effect on the 1st of July.

With ABC Radio Brisbane

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Unpacking the need for GP referrals and psychological screening for cosmetic surgery and injectables from 1st July 2023.

With 3AW Melbourne

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People seeking cosmetic surgery – even Botox – may find themselves on a psychiatrist’s couch being evaluated under tough new rules being imposed by the Medical Board from July.

Read more https://t.co/MXEdZowLdV

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ASAPS' President Timothy Edwards: The loophole allowing 'cosmetic cowboys' to put Aussies at risk.

Read the full article at the link https://t.co/junV9bQNuP

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Any endorsement model for cosmetic surgery must uphold the highest standards or training and practice to protect patient safety. Read the full media release at https://t.co/r7cDHHAs7M

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Rushed cosmetic reforms risk doing more harm than good. Read the full media release at https://t.co/r7cDHHAs7M

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We could be in a position of 'one step forward, two steps back'. As a result of which, safety and welfare of patients could continue to be at risk. Read the full media release at https://t.co/r7cDHHAs7M

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“ASAPS are thrilled that patients are finally having their safety put first. It should have always been this way." - Dr Timothy Edwards MBBS MS FRACS FAICD Specialist Plastic Surgeon and ASAPS President

https://t.co/VTI6PmEgEL

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44th Annual #ASAPS Conference Day 2

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44th Annual #ASAPS Conference Day 1