Associations
Our Values in Practice reflect Communication, Agility, Resourcefulness, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.)
Which guide the way we support both patients and Specialist Plastic Surgeons. These principles demonstrate our ongoing commitment to respectful, thoughtful, and continuously improving care.
We hold ourselves accountable to these values in the care and delivery of our services, the evaluation of performance, and the ways in which we interact as a community.
Your voice matters. We listen attentively, provide clear guidance, and encourage open dialogue to ensure you feel heard and supported at every step of your journey.
Our approachWe support surgeons who perform plastic surgery with a focus on quality, safety, and integrity.
The surgeons who operate at AR Plastic Surgery conduct thorough consultations to understand each patient’s concerns and provide clear, evidence-based information about suitable treatment options. Each procedure is assessed for appropriateness based on clinical indications, medical history, and individual goals.
Communication is central to our approach. Patients are encouraged to ask questions and participate in decisions about their care. By listening attentively and responding with clarity, we aim to foster trust and shared understanding at every stage.

Procedure galleryView our patient results
Disclaimer: The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors, including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise. Some images may have the patient’s tattoos, jewellery or other identifiable items blurred to protect patient identities.
Dr Eddie Cheng
Your surgeonsDr Eddie Cheng
MED 0001399314, Registered Medical Practitioner (Specialist Registration in Surgery – Plastic Surgery)
Dr Eddie Cheng is an Australian-trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon with registration in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery through the Medical Board of Australia. He completed his undergraduate medical degree at the University of Queensland in 1996 and undertook specialist training in plastic surgery in Brisbane and Melbourne. Dr Cheng has been performing plastic surgery procedures for over 13 years.

Dr Ajay Chauhan
Your surgeonsDr Ajay Chauhan
MED 0001172663, Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Registered Medical Practitioner (Specialist Registration in Surgery – Plastic Surgery)
Dr Ajay Chauhan is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with formal training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery completed in Brisbane. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2012. Following his fellowship, he worked as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon in Melbourne at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and Monash Health.

Dr Alicia Heald
Your surgeonsDr Alicia Heald
MBBS FRACS (Plastic Surgery) MED 0001793974
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Dr Alicia Heald is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon who consults privately from the rooms of AR Plastic Surgery. She initially completed an undergraduate degree in physiotherapy before earning a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with First Class Honours and the University Medal from the Australian National University.

Dr Shiv Chopra
Your surgeonsDr Shiv Chopra
MBBS FRACS (Plastic Surgery) MED 0001881428
Registered Medical Practitioner (Specialist Registration in Surgery – Plastic Surgery)
Dr Shiv Chopra is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with training completed in Australia and internationally.
