Listed here are a few links to relevant industry bodies of which Mr.Murphy is a member as well as useful links to sites which will give you more information about plastic surgery in general.
BAPRAS was founded in 1946, as the British Association of Plastic Surgeons, with the objects of relieving sickness and protecting and preserving Public Health by the promotion and development of Plastic Surgery. The aim of the Association is to advance education in all aspects of Plastic Surgery.
The Association holds scientific meetings, runs training courses, awards scholarships and grants and owns the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (JPRAS) - formerly British Journal of Plastic Surgery.
Full membership of the Association is limited to those who hold, or who have held, a Consultant NHS post in Plastic Surgery and have their names on the Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery.
Information about membership can be found in the Membership section of their website
BAAPS is a not-for-profit organisation, established for the advancement of education and practice of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for public benefit. In addition, one of its main objectives is to develop and encourage the practice of high standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct among members. With this in mind, members of BAAPS subject themselves to annual audit of their practices and outcomes.
Their offices are based at the Royal College of Surgeons of England in London and further information can be found on their website
The Royal College of Surgeons of England is committed to enabling surgeons to achieve and maintain the highest standards of surgical practice and patient care.
To qualify and practise in any surgical specialty in the UK, a doctor must first obtain a fellowship from the College (FRCS), before embarking on his/her Specialty Training.
The College is responsible for supervising training of surgeons in approved posts, providing educational and practical workshops for surgeons and other medical professionals at all stages of their careers.
Further information on the role and objectives of the RCS can be found on their website
BUPA is the UK's leading provider of private health care insurance, hospitals and health care services. It has a long track record and reputation for delivering safe, high quality clinical care and has hospitals throughout the UK. Mr Murphy’s practice is based solely at BUPA Hospital, Manchester in Whalley Range, Manchester, where he consults and operates.
Further information on the hospital can be found by visiting the website
Other Useful Links
This site has comprehensive patient information on a wide range of reconstructive and cosmetic operations.
The procedures section of this public site gives very helpful information on cosmetic surgery operations.
This is an excellent department of health site giving clear patient-oriented information on breast implants. You can download the leaflet as a pdf file.
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