Verify Corey Anderson’s AHPRA registration (NMW0001047575), Registered Nurse, registered since January 1996. All aesthetic treatments at Core Aesthetics are prescribed and administered by this AHPRA-registered practitioner.
Corey Anderson is an AHPRA registered nurse and the sole treating practitioner at Core Aesthetics in Oakleigh. This page provides his verified registration details and instructions for confirming his registration status on the AHPRA public register.
Verified Registration Details
“Good information changes the quality of the decision.”
| Full name | Corey Anderson |
| Profession | Registered Nurse |
| AHPRA number | |
| Registered since | January 1996 |
| Regulating body | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) |
| Clinic | Core Aesthetics, 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166 |
How to Verify on the AHPRA Register
AHPRA maintains a publicly searchable register of every registered health practitioner in Australia. You can verify Corey’s registration at any time by following these steps.
What This Means in Practice
- Click the button below to open the AHPRA register in a new tab
- In the Name or Registration Number field, enter: NMW0001047575
- Click the blue Search button
- Corey Anderson’s registration record will appear showing his current registration status
Open AHPRA Register
Opens in a new tab. Enter NMW0001047575 in the search field.
Why Verification Matters
Aesthetic treatment products are prescription only medicines in Australia. Under Australian law, they may only be prescribed and administered by registered health practitioners with appropriate authorisation. Verifying a practitioner’s AHPRA registration before any appointment confirms they are legally authorised to perform the treatment you are seeking.
Key Considerations
AHPRA’s register is the only authoritative, real time source of registration status in Australia. It is updated continuously and reflects any changes to a practitioner’s registration immediately. A practitioner whose name does not appear on the register, or whose registration shows conditions or restrictions, should not be performing aesthetic treatment without those factors being understood and discussed.
Core Aesthetics supports and encourages all clients to verify Corey’s registration before their first appointment. This kind of transparency is part of what the September 2025 AHPRA guidelines were designed to establish as standard practice across the industry. You can read more about what the new guidelines mean for patients in our article on the AHPRA cosmetic guidelines explained.
About Corey Anderson
Corey Anderson is the founder and sole treating practitioner at Core Aesthetics. He has held continuous AHPRA nursing registration since January 1996, representing nearly three decades of registered clinical practice. All consultations and treatments at Core Aesthetics are performed by Corey personally. There is no variation in the standard of care between visits and no other practitioners at the clinic.
You can read more about Corey’s clinical background, philosophy and approach to care on the Core Aesthetics team page.
Ready to book a consultation with Corey?
Book online at any time or call 0491 706 705.
General Information Only. This page is general in nature and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health practitioner. Treatment outcomes, suitability and risks vary by individual. Any medical or prescription treatment options can only be discussed and provided where clinically appropriate following an individual assessment.
Safety, Suitability and Clinical Assessment
All aesthetic treatment procedures carry risk. The suitability assessment at consultation identifies any contraindications or relative risk factors specific to your circumstances, including medical history, current medications, previous procedures, and anatomical features that may affect the risk profile for a given treatment area. This information is reviewed before any treatment is planned.
For certain conditions and medications, injectable treatments are not appropriate, or require modification of technique or timing. For others, the treating practitioner may recommend that you consult with your primary healthcare provider before proceeding. These are clinical judgements that can only be made with accurate, complete medical history information, which is why the consultation history taking process is thorough.
Complication recognition and initial management are part of the clinical competency required of practitioners performing injectable treatments under AHPRA’s September 2025 guidelines for nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. The practitioner at Core Aesthetics holds current training in this area and maintains the relevant management supplies on site. Understanding that risk exists and is actively managed is more useful than assuming risk does not exist.
Review Appointments and Ongoing Care
A review appointment at four to six weeks is a standard part of every treatment cycle at Core Aesthetics. The review is not contingent on whether you have concerns, it is a clinical standard that applies to every patient. At review, the practitioner assesses the result across all treated areas, compares the outcome to the pretreatment clinical photographs, identifies any asymmetry or variation in response between sides, and determines whether any adjustment is appropriate within the same treatment cycle.
The review is also where longitudinal data about how your specific anatomy responds to treatment is recorded. Over multiple treatment cycles, this accumulated data allows the practitioner to refine the dosing and approach to better match your individual response pattern, which is one of the most significant advantages of maintaining a consistent treating practitioner rather than moving between clinics.
If you have any concerns in the period between your treatment and your review appointment, contact the clinic directly. The practitioner who treated you has the clinical context to respond accurately to any post treatment question, which is preferable to relying on general online information that may not reflect your specific situation.
About This Information
The information on this page is provided for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for clinical advice and does not constitute a recommendation that you proceed with any particular treatment. Aesthetic treatments are prescription medical procedures. They carry risks that vary between individuals and that must be assessed and discussed in a clinical context before any treatment decision is made.
At Core Aesthetics, Corey Anderson assesses every patient individually. The consultation is the point at which your specific anatomy, medical history, and goals are evaluated together. No treatment is offered at a first appointment, and no treatment is appropriate for everyone. This page is a starting point, a way to understand what is involved before you decide whether a consultation is the right next step for you.
If you have questions about anything on this page or about whether treatment might be appropriate for your situation, you are welcome to call the clinic or book a consultation at no obligation.
This page provides clinical information about Verify Corey Anderson’s AHPRA Registration. It is intended for adults aged 18 and over who are considering aesthetic treatment and want to understand the clinical process, suitability factors, and what to expect from a consultation based practice. All treatment decisions at Core Aesthetics follow individual assessment, no treatment is offered at a first appointment without a separate consultation. Results vary between individuals and are reviewed at follow up.
The Role of Anatomical Assessment in Treatment Planning
Effective aesthetic treatment begins with understanding individual facial anatomy. The same concern, loss of cheek volume, for example, may have different underlying structural drivers in different people. In one patient it reflects fat pad atrophy; in another it involves bony remodelling; in a third, skin laxity changes the way existing volume appears. These distinctions affect both whether treatment is appropriate and, if so, how it should be approached.
At Core Aesthetics, the consultation begins with a systematic assessment of facial structure, including symmetry analysis, skin quality assessment, treatment history review, and discussion of the patient’s specific goals. This anatomical baseline informs every treatment decision and helps ensure that proposed treatments address the actual underlying driver of a concern rather than a surface level presentation.
This is one of the reasons Core Aesthetics operates as a one practitioner clinic with a consultation based model. A consistent clinical relationship between patient and practitioner supports the kind of longitudinal assessment that is difficult to achieve in high volume, multi practitioner settings.
How to Verify a Practitioner’s Registration and Credentials
The AHPRA practitioner register is publicly accessible at ahpra.gov.au. Any member of the public can search for a practitioner by name, profession, and registration number to confirm that their registration is current, that there are no conditions on their practice, and that they hold the relevant registration category for the treatments they are performing.
Corey Anderson’s registration can be verified at any time by searching for registration number NMW0001047575 on the AHPRA website. This confirms active registration as a Registered Nurse with no conditions on practice. The registration has been continuous since January 1996.
Beyond AHPRA registration, patients evaluating a aesthetic treatment practitioner should look for evidence of formal training in the specific treatments offered, a consultation based approach to treatment (as required by the AHPRA September 2025 guidelines), and a willingness to discuss qualifications, training history, and clinical reasoning openly. A practitioner who cannot or will not provide clear answers to direct questions about credentials and training approach is a red flag regardless of their technical skill.
Is this for you?
Consider booking a consultation if
- You are researching aesthetic treatment options and want to understand the consultation and assessment process
- You are 18 or older and weighing your options
- You want an individual clinical assessment before any treatment decision
- You value a consultation based clinic model over same day treatment
This may not be for you if
- You are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding and are considering injectable treatment
- You have an active infection or unhealed skin in a potential treatment area
- You are under 18 years of age
Suitability is confirmed at consultation. This list is general guidance, not a substitute for clinical assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Does facial volume treatment hurt?
Discomfort varies by area. The lips are the most sensitive. Mid face, cheek and structural areas are generally better tolerated.
What is the recovery time after facial volume treatment?
There is no formal recovery period. Swelling and occasional bruising are the most common post treatment effects, peaking at 24 to 48 hours and typically resolving within a week. The final settled result is visible at approximately two weeks.
What does volume treatment feel like under the skin?
In structural areas, volume treatment may be palpable as a slightly firmer texture beneath the skin, particularly in the first few weeks after treatment. This settles as the product integrates with surrounding tissue. In areas where product is placed superficially, firmness is more noticeable.
Is there a risk of migration with facial volume treatment?
Migration, meaning product moving from the intended placement to an adjacent area, is more associated with certain superficial treatment areas and can be caused by excessive volume, repeated pressure or incorrect placement. At Core Aesthetics, conservative dosing and anatomically appropriate placement are how migration risk is minimised.
Can facial volume treatment be combined with wrinkle treatment in the same appointment?
Yes, and this combination is appropriate for many clients. The two treatments address different aspects of facial change and can be performed at the same appointment where the assessment supports it. Whether combining them makes sense depends on the areas being treated and is discussed at your individual consultation.
How do I know which areas to treat with facial volume treatment?
The most reliable approach is a clinical assessment by a qualified practitioner. Many clients arrive knowing a specific area they want addressed, but a thorough assessment often reveals that the concern originates elsewhere. Corey Anderson assesses the whole face and explains his findings before any recommendation is made.
What causes bruising after volume treatment and how long does it last?
Bruising occurs when a small blood vessel is disrupted during injection. It is common in areas with a rich blood supply, particularly the lips and tear trough. Avoiding blood thinning substances beforehand reduces the risk.
Will I look overdone after facial volume treatment?
Not if treatment is conservative and individually assessed. The overdone look is almost always the result of too much product, product in the wrong plane, or treatment without accounting for how the face looks as a whole. At Core Aesthetics, the starting point is always the minimum amount needed to achieve a meaningful improvement.
Should I proceed with treatment if I am unsure whether it is right for me?
Uncertainty is a reasonable reason to defer rather than proceed. A clinical assessment can clarify whether treatment is appropriate, what approach would be suitable, and what realistic expectations are for your situation. Treatment is only recommended when clinical suitability is clearly established.
Is it safe to have aesthetic treatment for the first time?
Aesthetic treatments involve prescription medicines and carry clinical risks including bruising, swelling, asymmetry and, in rare cases, more serious complications. Safety is directly influenced by practitioner qualifications, assessment quality and technique. A thorough consultation is the starting point to understand the risks specific to your situation.
Why does treatment outcome vary between individuals?
Individual anatomy, skin quality, muscle activity, metabolism and the degree of change being addressed all influence how prescription injectable treatment performs and how long it lasts. This is why assessment-led, individually planned treatment is the clinical standard.