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Adelaide Plastic Surgery COVID -19 Policy 

Our priority at Adelaide Plastic Surgery has always been to provide safe and accessible health care for our patients. With this in mind, the following policies will be in place when attending Adelaide Plastic Surgery. These have been formulated to best protect you as the patient, as well as our staff and others visiting the practice.

Patient Vaccination Status

As a practice it is our preference that all patients be fully vaccinated, however at this stage, Adelaide Plastic Surgery will continue to provide a service to all patients regardless of their vaccination status.


Telehealth Appointments

Where suitable, we encourage patients to have Telehealth consultations and/or review appointments. Please let us know when booking your appointment if you are open to this option, and one of our team members will determine if this option is appropriate for your particular surgical needs. 


Dermal Treatments

We remind you that as a practice we require patients to wait a minimum of 2 weeks before and two weeks after their COVID-19 vaccination for any dermal treatments with our nurses. This is in line with the recommendations of the Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.


Coming to your appointment 

Patients attending Adelaide Plastic Surgery
If you are a patient visiting our practice we ask that you:

  • Have no COVID-19 or flu like symptoms.
  • Follow strict hygiene practices in accordance with SA Health requirements. This includes making use of hand sanitising stations positioned throughout the clinic and practicing social distancing. 
  • DO NOT attend our facility if you have cold or flu symptoms or if you are feeling unwell, please ensure you are tested for COVID-19. 
  • If you are experiencing any of the below COVID-19 symptoms and your appointment is not essential, please call our offices to reschedule.

Common symptoms:
Fever, cough, tiredness, and loss of taste and/or smell.
Less common symptoms:
Sore throat, headache, aches and pains, diarrhoea, red or irritated eyes, a skin rash or discolouration of fingers or toes.
Serious symptoms:
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, loss of speech or mobility, confusion, and chest pain. 

  • Follow strict hygiene practices in accordance with SA Health requirements. This includes making use of hand sanitising stations positioned throughout the clinic and practicing social distancing. 
  • Masks are no longer mandatory, although you may be asked to wear one if any of the above symptoms are present.


Affiliated Hospitals 

Please be aware that our surgeons operate and consult from various private hospitals across South Australia – each with their own individual COVID-19 policies that may differ from ours. We will endeavour to inform you of any requirements from your hospital that are applicable to you and your surgery, including further Rapid Antigen Tests and/or mandatory isolation. Your hospital will also advise you of their policy requirements prior to your admission.


Interstate Travel 

There are no longer any entry requirements and special precautions to be followed for all interstate travellers into South Australia or from overseas.

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Patients who test positive to COVID-19

It is important to notify our clinic as soon as possible if you have tested positive for COVID 19 as there could be delays or postponement of your procedure or surgery.

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As a practice we will continue to monitor expert guidelines regarding the COVID-19 virus and will update our practices accordingly. If you have any questions at all regarding your appointment please do not hesitate to call (08) 8213 1800 and speak with one of our helpful team members. We appreciate your time and patience and look forward to seeing you soon.