Patient Information
This page provides information to help you prepare for surgical care with Dr Rodrigo Teixeira (FRACS), including consultation, hospital care, preparation, recovery and follow-up. The aim is to support informed decision-making and provide clear guidance before and after surgery.
Before Your Surgery
Preparation is an important part of achieving a safe and comfortable surgical experience. In the weeks before surgery, you may be advised to stop smoking, avoid alcohol, and discontinue medications or supplements that affect healing. Plan time off work, arrange transport, and organise home support for recovery.
Detailed pre-operative instructions are provided after your surgical plan is confirmed. These outline fasting, medication guidelines, and wound care instructions. For further details, visit our Consultation Process page.
Making a Confident and Informed Decision
Choosing to undergo plastic surgery is a personal decision that should be made with clarity and confidence. We empower all patients to understand their motivations, potential benefits, and limitations before proceeding. Surgery should be performed in an appropriately accredited facility by a medical practitioner with the training, qualifications and experience relevant to the procedure being considered.
Understanding Specialist Plastic Surgery Qualifications
In Australia, “Specialist Plastic Surgeon” is a protected specialist title. It may only be used by medical practitioners who hold specialist registration in plastic surgery with the Medical Board of Australia. Specialist plastic surgeons have completed recognised specialist surgical training and assessment through the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), or an approved equivalent pathway.
You can view or download the ASAPS “Know the Difference” Infographic (PDF) for a visual overview of these standards, or learn more from trusted professional organisations:
Checklist for Choosing the Right Surgeon
Confirm the practitioner’s registration and specialist qualifications on the Ahpra register.
Confirm where the procedure will be performed and the accreditation of the facility.
Ask about the practitioner’s training and experience in the procedure you are considering.
Discuss risks, recovery, and costs in detail.
Allow adequate time for informed decision-making and any required cooling-off period.
Review all written information and consent forms carefully.
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Hospital Admission and Discharge
All operations are performed in accredited hospitals with registered nursing staff and qualified anaesthetists. You will receive admission details, fasting instructions, and information on what to bring to hospital.
Some medically indicated procedures may be eligible for Medicare or private health insurance rebates, while surgery performed solely for cosmetic purposes is generally not eligible.
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Recovery and Support
Recovery varies for each individual and procedure. You will receive written aftercare instructions outlining wound care, medications, and activity guidelines.
Follow-up appointments with Dr Teixeira and his clinical team ensure that your recovery is monitored closely. Optional scar management and recovery treatments are available at Unveil Aesthetics when clinically appropriate.
Financial Information
Consultation and procedure costs vary according to treatment type and hospital requirements. Some reconstructive or medically indicated procedures may attract Medicare or private health rebates, while cosmetic procedures do not. Detailed cost estimates are provided after consultation. For more information, visit our Pricing page.
Things to Know Before Surgery Overseas
If you are considering travelling for surgery, be aware that medical standards, infection control, and follow-up care vary between countries. Access to postoperative care, regulatory standards and continuity of follow-up may differ between countries and should be considered carefully before travelling for surgery.
Learn more in our blog about what you should consider before having surgery overseas.