Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Orange – Dr Rohit Kumar

Why Choose Dr Rohit Kumar as Your Plastic Surgeon in Orange?

Dr Kumar is a specialist plastic surgeon and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS), with over 20 years of surgical experience. He trained at the University of Queensland and is a Visiting Medical Officer at Westmead Private Hospital, where he is involved in training registrars and fellows, particularly in surgery after significant weight loss.

No two people are the same. Your surgical plan is developed around your goals, anatomy and medical history, and only after an in-depth consultation.

What you can expect from Dr Kumar and Dr Kumar’s team

• A thorough consultation in Orange, with time to discuss your concerns and options
• Clear information about the risks, the recovery and what is realistic for you
• Preparation before surgery, including referral to Dr Kumar’s Accredited Practising Dietitian and, where it helps, a DEXA body composition scan
• Nursing continuity: the nurses who prepare you for surgery are the nurses at your post-operative reviews
• Twelve months of follow-up, planned and costed before you commit

Plastic Surgery Procedures for Orange and Central West Patients

Dr Kumar consults in Orange for the procedures below. Suitability for any procedure is confirmed after clinical assessment.

Body Contouring After Weight Loss

After significant weight loss, excess skin can cause skin irritation, hygiene problems and difficulty with clothing. Depending on your needs, Dr Kumar may discuss abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), body lift, arm lift (brachioplasty) or thigh lift.

Read about body contouring after weight loss

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

An abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) removes excess lower abdominal skin and, where clinically appropriate, repairs separated abdominal muscles. It is commonly considered after weight loss or pregnancy.

Find out about abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)

Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammoplasty)

Breast reduction may help with back, neck and shoulder discomfort associated with large breasts. Whether Medicare criteria apply is assessed at consultation.

More on breast reduction

Breast Lift (Mastopexy) and Breast Augmentation

A breast lift (mastopexy) reshapes and lifts the breast. Added volume, using implants or fat grafting, can be discussed depending on suitability.

Learn about breast lift · Learn about breast augmentation

Male Chest Surgery

Dr Kumar treats many men after weight loss. Male breast reduction (gynaecomastia surgery) and removal of excess chest skin are assessed individually.

Read about male breast reduction

Post-Pregnancy Surgery

Surgery after pregnancy may address loose abdominal skin, separated abdominal muscles and changes to the breasts.

Read about post-pregnancy surgery

Important information: All surgery carries risks and recovery time. Results vary for each patient. A consultation is required to determine whether a procedure is clinically appropriate for you. Read about the risks and considerations.

Dr Kumar performs the full range of breast and body plastic surgery. You can see the complete list on the procedures page.

Before your appointment, a nurse from Dr Kumar’s team calls you to take your history and explain which records and results to bring.

At the consultation, Dr Kumar examines you, explains which procedures suit you and in what order, and sets out the risks and recovery. You then receive a written quote covering the operation and twelve months of aftercare. At least seven days pass before you commit to anything, and you see Dr Kumar again to work through any remaining questions before consent and booking.

See your first visit, step by step.

Travelling to Sydney for Surgery from the Central West

Consultations are held in Orange and surgery is performed in Sydney. Dr Kumar’s team helps you plan around your operation, including when to arrive, how long to stay near the hospital after discharge and when it is reasonable to travel home. Arrange for someone to drive you home; you should not drive yourself after surgery.

More information for regional patients: travelling patients and body contouring for regional NSW patients.

Where to Find Us

Orange consulting rooms

Location: Level 5, 1521 Forest Road, Orange NSW 2800
Office number: 1300 267 726
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Where surgery is performed

Westmead Private Hospital: corner of Mons and Darcy Roads, Westmead NSW 2145
Somerset Private Hospital: 38 Somerset Street, Kingswood NSW 2747 (day surgery)

Does Dr Kumar operate in Orange?

No. Consultations are held in Orange, and surgery is performed in Sydney at Westmead Private Hospital or Somerset Private Hospital in Kingswood. Dr Kumar’s team helps you plan your travel around surgery.

Do I need a GP referral?

Yes. A GP referral is required, and it also allows you to claim the Medicare rebate on the consultation fee.

Is surgery covered by Medicare or private health insurance?

Some procedures have a Medicare item number when specific clinical criteria are met. Where an item number applies, private health insurance may contribute to hospital costs, depending on your level of cover. Whether this applies to you is assessed at consultation. See costs and Medicare rebates and plastic surgery.

What is the difference between a cosmetic surgeon and a specialist plastic surgeon?

A specialist plastic surgeon has completed accredited specialist training in plastic surgery and holds specialist registration with Ahpra. Dr Kumar is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in plastic surgery.

How long is recovery, and when can I travel home?

Recovery depends on the procedure and on you. Dr Kumar explains the expected time off work, activity restrictions and travel timing at your consultation, and your follow-up appointments are planned before surgery. See recovery after skin removal surgery.

How do I book a consultation?

Call 1300 267 726 or request a consultation online, and Dr Kumar’s team will contact you to arrange a time in Orange.