Specialist Plastic Surgeon | Clinics in Double Bay & Manly, Sydney
Your consultation takes place at one of our Sydney clinic locations—in Double Bay or Manly—and is designed to help you feel heard, understood, and fully informed.
What to Expect During Your Consultation
Your initial appointment with Dr Turner typically includes the following:
- Personal Discussion: A private conversation about your concerns, goals, and expectations. Dr Turner will take time to understand what you hope to achieve and why you are considering surgery.
- Medical Review: Dr Turner will carefully assess your general health, past surgeries, current medications, allergies, and any other medical conditions relevant to your care.
- Physical Examination: A focused examination of the area(s) you wish to address will help determine what procedure is appropriate for your anatomy and goals.
- Procedure Overview: Dr Turner will explain the surgical or non-surgical options available to you, including the techniques involved, expected outcomes, and recovery process.
- Discussion of Risks and Limitations: A clear explanation of potential risks, complications, and limitations of treatment—ensuring you are fully informed before making a decision.
- Photographic Reference: With your consent, clinical photographs may be taken for your confidential medical record. Dr Turner may also show examples of previous patient outcomes (with consent) to help illustrate possible results.
- Cost Estimate: You’ll receive a general outline of the associated costs, including the surgeon’s fee, anaesthetist’s fee, hospital or facility charges, and any item numbers relevant to Medicare or private health cover.
- Time for Questions: You are encouraged to ask any and all questions. Dr Turner takes the time to ensure you fully understand your options before moving forward.
How to Prepare for Your Appointment
To make the most of your consultation:
- Bring a GP Referral: A valid GP referral is now required for all consultations with a Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Australia—regardless of whether the procedure is cosmetic or medically indicated. If your procedure may be eligible for a Medicare rebate a referral is also essential to access any applicable benefits.
- Bring Medical Information: This includes your full medical history, a list of current medications (including supplements), and any known allergies.
- Prepare Your Questions: It’s helpful to write down any questions or concerns beforehand to ensure they’re addressed during your visit.
- Wear Comfortable Clothing: Choose clothing that allows for easy examination of the area you wish to discuss.
- Know Your Goals: Spend some time thinking about what you would like to achieve. If helpful, you can bring reference photos—but please understand these are general guides, not guarantees.
After Your Consultation
Following your consultation, you’ll receive:
- A personalised recommendation based on your aesthetic goals
- A detailed written quote with relevant cost information
- Educational materials specific to the proposed procedure
There’s no pressure to make an immediate decision. We encourage you to take your time, consider your options, and reach out with any follow-up questions. Should you choose to proceed, our team will guide you through each step of the booking and pre-operative process.
We look forward to welcoming you to our Double Bay or Manly clinic and supporting you on your journey with care and expertise.
