Verify Dr Turner’s Qualifications
Credentials should be checkable rather than taken on trust. Every claim on this page can be confirmed through a public register or with the body that issued it.
| Credential | Detail | Where to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist registration | Specialist Plastic Surgeon, AHPRA registration MED0001654827 | AHPRA public register |
| Fellowship | FRACS in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, awarded 2013 | Royal Australasian College of Surgeons |
| Specialist title | “Specialist Plastic Surgeon” is a protected title in Australia | AHPRA register — specialist registration field |
| University qualifications | MBBS with Honours and Master of Surgery (Plastic Surgery), University of Sydney; Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Pharmacology | Issuing university |
| Additional certification | Australian and New Zealand Board of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery (ANZBCPS) | ANZBCPS |
| Professional membership | Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) | ASAPS surgeon directory |
| In private practice | Sydney, since 2013 | — |
| Hospital appointments | Bondi Junction Private Hospital; Delmar Private Hospital, Dee Why; East Sydney Private Hospital | Individual hospital |
| Consulting locations | Bondi Junction and Manly in Sydney; Brisbane; Canberra | — |
| Where surgery is performed | Sydney only | — |
Dr Turner holds specialist registration in surgery. That appears in the specialist registration field of his AHPRA record, which is where it should be confirmed rather than in any title used in marketing.
Qualifications and Specialist Training
Dr Turner’s training follows the full specialist pathway in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
- Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Pharmacology
- MBBS with Honours, University of Sydney
- Master of Surgery in Plastic Surgery, University of Sydney
- FRACS in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2013
- Certification with the Australian and New Zealand Board of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery (ANZBCPS)
- AHPRA registration MED0001654827, Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reflects completion of accredited specialist surgical training through the College, assessed by examination and supervised operative experience. It is the qualification that underpins specialist registration in this field.
The ANZBCPS is an Australian certifying body that assesses surgeons performing cosmetic procedures against defined training, experience and practice standards. It sits alongside specialist registration with AHPRA rather than replacing it, and is not itself a specialist title.
Teaching, Professional Roles and Ongoing Training
Alongside his surgical practice, Dr Turner teaches plastic and reconstructive surgical trainees, contributing to the supervised operative training of surgeons working towards specialist qualification.
He is involved at board level with the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), a professional society for specialist plastic surgeons practising aesthetic surgery in Australia and New Zealand. His membership is listed publicly on the ASAPS surgeon directory.
He attends aesthetic surgery meetings in Australia and internationally on a regular basis. Surgical technique, safety data and device information change over time, and attending peer meetings is one of the ways a surgeon keeps current between formal continuing professional development cycles.
Surgical Focus Areas
Dr Turner’s practice is weighted towards facial surgery, with breast surgery and rhinoplasty making up most of the remainder.
Face and neck surgery Facelift, deep plane facelift, vertical restore facelift, short scar facelift, ponytail facelift and neck lift, together with upper and lower blepharoplasty and brow lift surgery. → Facelift surgery in Sydney · Eyelid surgery in Sydney
Breast surgery Breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, implant revision and tuberous breast correction. → Breast surgery in Sydney
Rhinoplasty Cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, tip refinement and septorhinoplasty. → Rhinoplasty in Sydney
Body and male procedures also form part of the practice, including abdominoplasty and body contouring and male procedures such as gynaecomastia surgery.
Which of these procedures is appropriate, and what any of them can achieve, differs from patient to patient. Results vary between individuals and no outcome can be guaranteed. Suitability is determined in consultation following clinical assessment, not from a website.
Facelift and Facial Surgery in Sydney
Where a facelift is being considered, the technique is matched to the patient’s anatomy, tissue quality and goals rather than to a branded procedure name — in Dr Turner’s clinical view the deep plane approach is the most appropriate for the majority of patients seeking facelift surgery, though the right technique differs case by case. The technique, its risks, recovery and suitability are set out in full on the deep plane facelift page, and the range of approaches is covered on the facelift surgery page.
Accredited Sydney Private Hospitals
Surgery is performed in accredited Sydney private hospitals with specialist anaesthetists and hospital-based recovery support. Operating in an accredited hospital rather than an office-based facility matters for anaesthetic safety, patient monitoring and the management of complications should they occur.
- Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- Delmar Private Hospital, Dee Why
- East Sydney Private Hospital
For consultation locations and surgical facilities, see our Sydney clinics, the Bondi Junction clinic and the Manly clinic.
Consulting Locations
Sydney is the surgical home of the practice. Dr Turner consults at Bondi Junction in the Eastern Suburbs and at Manly on the Northern Beaches, with surgery performed at accredited Sydney private hospitals.
Consultations are also available in Brisbane and Canberra. Patients consulting outside Sydney travel to Sydney for their procedure, with consultation and follow-up adapted to where they live. Interstate and international patients can read the out-of-town patient guide for the full pathway.
Patient Safety, Regulation and Ethical Practice
Dr Turner follows the AHPRA cosmetic surgery pathway in full for every patient, without abbreviation. What each requirement means in practice, and what to look for when comparing surgeons, is set out in our guide to choosing a plastic surgeon; the risks and complications of cosmetic surgery are covered separately and are discussed with every patient before consent is given.
Consultation Process with Dr Turner
- GP or specialist referral
- Initial consultation with Dr Turner
- Clinical assessment and discussion of options, limitations and recovery
- Written information and a personalised quote
- Second consultation
- Psychological assessment where clinically indicated
- Informed consent
- A cooling-off period of at least seven days between consent and the date of surgery
- Surgery
- Post-operative follow-up
You can book a consultation, request a photo assessment as preliminary guidance, or review plastic surgery prices before you begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr Scott Turner a Specialist Plastic Surgeon?
Yes. Dr Scott J Turner is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon registered with AHPRA (MED0001654827) and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. “Specialist Plastic Surgeon” is a protected title in Australia, restricted to surgeons who have completed accredited FRACS training in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
What does FRACS mean in plastic surgery?
FRACS stands for Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. In plastic surgery it reflects completion of accredited specialist surgical training in plastic and reconstructive surgery through the College, assessed by examination and supervised operative experience.
What is Dr Turner's AHPRA registration number?
Dr Turner’s AHPRA registration number is MED0001654827. You can confirm his registration and specialist status on the AHPRA public register, which also shows whether any conditions apply to a practitioner’s registration.
Where does Dr Turner perform surgery in Sydney?
Dr Turner performs surgery at accredited Sydney private hospitals: Bondi Junction Private Hospital, Delmar Private Hospital in Dee Why, and East Sydney Private Hospital. He consults at his Sydney clinics in Bondi Junction and Manly.
Does Dr Turner perform facelift surgery?
Yes. Face and neck surgery is the largest part of Dr Turner’s practice, including deep plane facelift, vertical restore facelift, short scar facelift, ponytail facelift and neck lift. The approach is matched to each patient’s anatomy and goals during consultation, and suitability is assessed clinically rather than by procedure name.
What are Dr Turner's subspecialty interests?
Dr Turner’s practice is weighted towards facial surgery, particularly facelift, neck lift and eyelid surgery, with breast surgery and rhinoplasty forming most of the remainder. Body and male procedures are also performed. The emphasis reflects the areas in which he operates most frequently rather than a limitation on scope of practice.
Do I need a GP referral before seeing Dr Turner?
Yes. A GP or specialist referral is required for all cosmetic surgery consultations under AHPRA regulations. A valid referral is also required where a Medicare rebate may apply. Referrals can be from a GP or a specialist physician.
Can interstate patients consult with Dr Turner?
Yes. Dr Turner consults in Brisbane and Canberra in addition to his Sydney clinics, with all surgery performed in Sydney. Interstate and international patients follow the out-of-town patient pathway, which includes an initial telehealth or photo assessment, an in-person Sydney consultation, surgery and a recommended recovery stay.
