New Zealand Association of Plastic Surgeons

Becoming a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Oversight and governance of the SET programme in plastic and reconstructive surgery in New Zealand is the responsibility of the New Zealand Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (NZBPRS). Information on becoming a plastic surgeon in New Zealand can be found at Surgical Education and Training (SET) Programme.

Entry to the SET Programme is highly competitive with selection occurring once a year, commencing in January. For more information on selection including the minimum requirements, selection regulations, key dates and application link refer to selection.

Upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

The New Zealand Association of Plastic Surgeons/Te Kāhui Whakamōhou Kiri (NZAPS/TKWK) respects Ngā Iwi Māori as the Tangata Whenua of Aotearoa and is committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, increasing indigenous representation in surgery, and creating a surgical environment that is culturally safe for Māori. NZAPS/TKWK strives to improve equity of care and improving the health outcomes for Māori.