Specialist Plastic Surgeon · Melbourne & Shepparton

Dr Sophie Ricketts Plastic Surgery with Integrity

A considered, patient-centred approach to facial, breast and body surgery

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About Dr Sophie

Welcome to my Melbourne-based practice

As a specialist plastic surgeon having trained and now practicing right here in Richmond, Melbourne, I am dedicated to helping you feel cared for at every step of your surgical journey. My subspecialty focus is aesthetic surgery of the face, rhinoplasty, eyelids, and full face and neck rejuvenation – along with post-pregnancy surgery, including the full spectrum of breast procedures and abdominal contouring.

I hold complementary public teaching hospital appointments at St Vincent’s and The Alfred, where I am involved in reconstructive microsurgery after breast cancer, head and neck cancer, sarcoma, and facial trauma and fractures. This work informs my practice, keeping me aligned with the latest techniques and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.

If you are considering facial aesthetics, breast or abdominal procedures, or reconstructive options after cancer or trauma, I welcome you to reach out. Let’s discuss your goals, options, and the best path forward in a space where you feel comfortable, informed, and supported.

2011

FRACS Fellowship

2

Public Teaching Hospitals

Toronto

Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship

Procedures

Tailored treatment plans to meet your unique clinical goals

All procedures represent a focused area of subspecialty training and experience.

Face

Procedures to address structural changes to the face and neck.

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Face

Procedures to address structural changes to the face and neck.

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BeforeAfter

Face & Neck Lift Surgery

BeforeAfter

Neck Liposuction

Nose

Procedures to address size, shape, structural or functional concerns.

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Nose

Procedures to address size, shape, structural or functional concerns.

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BeforeAfter

Rhinoplasty

BeforeAfter

Rhinoplasty

Breast & Body

Procedures for the breast and body to address specific concerns.

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Breast & Body

Procedures for the breast and body to address specific concerns.

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BeforeAfter

Breast Augmentation

BeforeAfter

Breast Lift

Beyond the Practice

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Engaging in reconstructive surgery for those in need due to injury, illness, or congenital defects.

At The Alfred I help patients who have experienced trauma and St Vincent's is where I reconstruct defects that are the result of cancer such as breast cancer, oral cancer and sarcoma.

Giving Back

Reconstructive Practice

Teaching and mentoring the next generation of plastic surgeons at Australia's leading teaching hospitals.

My consultant appointments at The Alfred and St Vincent's include training surgical registrars, ensuring the highest standards of plastic and reconstructive surgery are passed forward.

Mentorship

Surgical Education

Bringing world-class facial surgery expertise back to Australia following a subspecialty fellowship in Toronto.

International training at a globally recognised centre of excellence in facial surgery has shaped an evidence-based, patient-first approach to every procedure performed.

Global Training

International Fellowship

How I Practice

Six principles, grounded in training.

These are the standards that shape every consultation, every operation, and every recovery, drawn from the formal requirements of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.

Evidence-Based

Factual information about surgical possibilities and clinical limitations, to support informed decisions.

Informed Consent

A clear understanding of the proposed procedure, risks, recovery process, and costs before any commitment.

Individualised Care

Surgical recommendations made based on your individual anatomy, medical history, and circumstances.

Realistic Expectations

Honest discussion of what can be achieved, supporting decisions made for healthy, self-affirming reasons.

Recognised Standards

Adherence to the clinical and ethical standards expected of a member of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.

Ongoing Education

Continuously refining skills and knowledge to offer current, evidence-based surgical techniques.

Journal

Recent articles on surgery and recovery.

All Articles
Managing Swelling and Bruising After Chin Surgery
Face Mar 2026

Managing Swelling and Bruising After Chin Surgery

What Surgery Is There to Change the Chin Shape?
Face Jan 2026

What Surgery Is There to Change the Chin Shape?

Tips for Managing Pain and Swelling After a Breast Lift
Breast Dec 2025

Tips for Managing Pain and Swelling After a Breast Lift

Understanding the Different Types of Breast Lifts
Breast Nov 2025

Understanding the Different Types of Breast Lifts