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Dr. Michael Klaassen’s Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery career spans over three decades. In 2023, he was awarded the New Zealand Order of Merit in recognition of his dedication to plastic and reconstructive surgery. Throughout his career, he has not only treated countless patients but has also actively contributed to the academic side of the profession, authoring research papers, books, and developing products aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes. He is passion for supporting the plastic surgery discipline has seen him develop an Advanced Course in Breast Reduction Surgery, undertake examiner responsibilities for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, co-convene the Pacific Islands Surgeons Flap Course at the University of Tasmania, and hold the position of Director of Surgical Skills at the University of Auckland’s Advanced Clinical Skills Centre. In addition to his own work in private practice, Dr. Klaassen has volunteer internationally with Interplast, a non-profit organisation providing life-changing surgery in Asia Pacific regions with limited or non-existent access to quality surgical care.
Dr Klaassen brings his his vast experience in various aspects of plastic surgery, including skin cancer management, to the Queensland Plastic Rooms on a monthly basis.
The University of Western Australia – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery 1983.
Emory University – Resident in Plastic Surgery 1993 – 1994.
The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons – Plastic & Reconstruction
The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Dr Mark Vucak has been working as a private Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon for 30-years, opening Queensland Plastic Surgery 1994. During this time, he’s performed over 35,000 procedures, including more than 5,000 Breast Augmentations.
Dr Vucak completed his Bachelor Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery degree at the University of Western Australia in 1983. He went on to undertake four years of general surgery training, followed by four years of specialist plastic surgery training. He went on to complete a cosmetic fellowship at Emory University and Hospital in Atlanta, where he learned under the guidance of six of America’s leading plastic surgeons.
Dr Vucak takes a holistic approach to patient care. It’s this approach to medicine that led to him opening Chrysalis Medispa, offering a range of modern skincare products and treatments to help North Queenslanders look after their skin.
In addition to his busy practice schedule, Dr Vucak has taught medical students and interns throughout his surgical career and regularly attends national and international plastic surgery conferences and educational programmes to stay up-to-date with the latest learnings and techniques in the industry.
Outside of the hospital theatre, Dr Vucak is a proud father, an avid chess player, and likes to stay active through kayaking, having represented Australia in the World Championships for canoeing during his time at university.
Personalities in Business – Dr. Mark Vucak: Life is a game of strategy
As seen in Definitive Guide to Breast Augmentation – Reducing Risk
Cosmetic Surgeon or Plastic Surgeon
Bachelor of Science 1975 Monash University
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery 1979 Monash University
Masters of Surgery 1995 Monash University
FRACS: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons – Plastic and Reconstructive 1991
ASPS: Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons
ASAPS: Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
ASAPS: American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
ISAPS: International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Malcolm has a rich heritage in the Salvation Army and wanting to ‘make a difference’ has been at his core for many years. At the age of 13, he was inspired to become a Plastic Surgeon following a Plastic Surgical procedure performed on his hand.
Almost 25 years later, he graduated as a Plastic Surgeon becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS). He studied at Monash University, initially attaining a Bachelor of Science (BSc) before attaining the basic medical degree, a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and a subsequent Masters of Surgery (MS).
Malcolm spends time to listen and fully understand his patient’s desires before discussing the expected outcome, so that every patient feels heard and fully informed.
Malcolm has recently published his first book, An Ordinary Man, An Extraordinary Life, which parallels his own life with that of one of his patients, Wesley Koni, the story of which was screened on 60 Minutes.
Malcolm is married to Dr Kim Carr, a dentist in Sydney and together they have 4 adult children.
