To check an aesthetic practitioner’s AHPRA registration, visit the AHPRA public register at ahpra.gov.au, search by name, and confirm the registration is current and in good standing. Registration confirms legal authorisation to practise — it does not confirm specific training in aesthetic procedures.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I check AHPRA registration?
The AHPRA public register is at ahpra.gov.au. You can search by practitioner name without creating an account. The register shows registration status, type, and any conditions or reprimands.
What does it mean if a practitioner has conditions on their registration?
Conditions on an AHPRA registration restrict what a practitioner is permitted to do. The specific conditions are listed on the register. Some conditions are standard practice requirements; others indicate a regulatory concern. Patients are entitled to ask about conditions before proceeding.
Can I ask a clinic for the practitioner’s AHPRA registration number before booking?
Yes, and any reputable clinic should provide this promptly. Knowing the registration number lets you verify it directly on the AHPRA public register rather than relying on the clinic’s own claim.
What is Corey Anderson’s AHPRA registration number?
Corey Anderson’s AHPRA registration number is NMW0001047575. This can be verified directly on the AHPRA public register. Corey has been registered since January 1996.
Is AHPRA registration enough to confirm a practitioner is safe?
Registration confirms legal authorisation to practise in the registered profession. It does not confirm specific aesthetic training, experience with complications, or the clinical model of the practice. Registration is necessary but not sufficient — patients should also ask about training, prescribing pathway, and complications management.
Does the TGA have guidance on checking practitioners?
Yes. TGA guidance recommends that patients receiving injectable treatments check that the practitioner is AHPRA-registered, ask who prescribes, ask about risks and complications, and confirm they will receive full informed consent. The TGA cosmetic injections checklist is publicly available.
What happens if a practitioner is not AHPRA-registered?
A non-registered practitioner cannot legally administer prescription medicines. For injectable aesthetic treatments, this means the treatment may be administered without a valid legal basis. Patients should not proceed with prescription injectable treatments from a practitioner who cannot confirm current AHPRA registration.