with Dr Gary Kode FRACS

Plastic Surgery in Tasmania

Refine, restore and rebalance. Consultations are now available in Launceston, with patients welcomed from Hobart and across Tasmania. Surgery is performed at accredited private hospitals for your safety and comfort.

* A GP referral is required for cosmetic surgery consultations.

Experience You Can Trust

Dr Gary Kode is a dual-qualified Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon with over three decades of experience across face, breast, and body surgery.

He has led major surgical units and continues to consult and operate across Tasmania, providing patients with specialist care grounded in safety, precision, and respect.

At Me Clinic, every detail — from consultation to recovery — is designed to support informed, confident decision-making and natural-looking results

Surgical Procedures

Facelift

Smooths jowls and restores youthful jawline and neck definition.
Tailored SMAS-based techniques create refined, natural contours.

Neck Lift

Refines neck bands, excess skin and laxity to sharpen the cervico‑mental angle.
Often combined with facelift; may include platysmaplasty and limited liposuction.

Blepharoplasty — Upper & Lower

Eyelid Surgery

Refreshes tired or heavy eyelids for a more open, alert appearance.
Upper, lower, or combined approaches; lower lids may include fat repositioning.

Abdominoplasty

Tummy Tuck

Removes excess skin and refines abdominal contour; may include muscle repair after pregnancy or weight loss.

Thighplasty

Thigh Lift

Reduces excess skin and improves inner/outer thigh contour; can be combined with liposuction.

Liposuction

Targeted reduction of stubborn fat pockets to enhance overall body proportion; often complements other procedures.

Brachioplasty

Arm Lift

Tightens and reshapes the upper arms by addressing skin excess and laxity.

Male Chest Reduction

Gynaecomastia

Reduces excess glandular and/or fatty tissue to create a flatter, more masculine chest.
Combination of surgical excision and liposuction as appropriate.

Monsplasty

Reduces fullness or droop of the mons pubis for improved profile and comfort; sometimes combined with abdominoplasty.

Breast Reduction

Reduces breast volume and weight to ease symptoms such as neck/back discomfort and improve proportion.

Mastopexy

Breast Lift

Repositions and reshapes the breast for improved position and symmetry while maintaining natural curves.

Breast Augmentation

Enhances breast volume and shape using implants and/or fat transfer, tailored to your anatomy and goals.
Discussion covers implant type, placement, incision options and long‑term considerations.

Transfer

Fat Grafting

Uses your own purified fat to restore or refine volume — commonly for the face, breast shaping/augmentation, and hands.
Often performed as an adjunct to other procedures for subtle, natural contouring.

* A GP referral is required for cosmetic surgery consultations.

Meet Dr. Gary Kode

MBChB (UCT) · FCS(SA) · FRACS (Plastic & Reconstructive)

Dr Kode is known for his meticulous technique and calm, reassuring approach. Every consultation, operation, and follow-up is handled personally by him — ensuring genuine continuity of care from start to finish.

What to Expect During Your Treatment

GP Referral

Required before a cosmetic surgery consultation.

Two Consultations

At least one must be in‑person with your surgeon.

Cooling‑Off Period

Minimum seven days after signing consent.

Informed Consent

Comprehensive discussion of risks and recovery.

Aftercare

Structured reviews and ongoing support post‑surgery.

* Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

Price Guide

Estimated Prices

The treatments can be ranged as following before the consultation.

Other Procedures

Priced following consultation and assessment.

* Medicare or health‑fund rebates may apply if criteria are met and a valid referral is provided.

FAQs

Explore our frequently asked questions to learn more about our treatments. If you need more personalised advice, feel free to contact our team.

Do I need a GP referral?

Yes — it’s required before booking a cosmetic surgery consultation.

Am I eligible if I’m 25 or older?

Suitability depends on your health, anatomy, and goals, assessed during consultation

Where is surgery performed?

All procedures are carried out in accredited private hospitals with specialist teams.

How long is recovery?

Varies by procedure — we’ll provide a personalised plan to guide your return to normal activity.