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Chest Surgery for Gender Affirmation

Chest surgery is often the first gender-affirming surgical step for transgender and non-binary individuals seeking to align their physical appearance with their gender identity. The goals and techniques differ depending on whether the individual is seeking a more masculine or feminine chest.

For those undergoing female-to-male (FTM) or female-to-non-binary transition, the primary goal is to remove chest tissue and create a flatter, more masculine chest contour. In some cases, liposuction alone may be sufficient, but most people also require removal of excess skin and repositioning or resizing of the nipples to try to achieve a more natural-looking result. The focus is on creating a chest appearance that minimises visible scarring and maximises gender congruence.

For those seeking chest feminisation (male-to-female or transfeminine), breast augmentation is the most common approach. This typically involves placing a breast implant beneath the existing chest tissue to create a fuller, more traditionally feminine breast shape. In some cases, a temporary tissue expander may be used first to gently stretch the skin before replacing it with a permanent implant at a later date. This approach is similar to breast reconstruction following mastectomy for breast cancer.

Dr Aggarwal is a leading surgeon in the field of breast reconstruction and reduction surgery in Sydney. His extensive experience with these procedures has provided him with the technical expertise and refined aesthetic judgment needed to perform gender-affirming chest surgery with exceptional results. His background ensures that patients receive a safe, technically precise, and natural-looking outcome tailored to their unique needs and goals.

The specific surgical techniques and options will be discussed in detail at your consultation. Dr Aggarwal performs gender-affirming chest surgery under general anaesthesia at accredited Sydney hospitals. Most patients require an overnight hospital stay.

Recovery generally takes about 4–8 weeks, depending on the extent of surgery and the desired results. While complications are rare, they can include infection, fluid collection (seroma), delayed wound healing, scarring, numbness in the skin or nipples, and asymmetry. For breast implants, there are potential long-term issues such as implant rupture or capsular contracture (scar tissue around the implant), which may require further surgery. For more information about implant-related procedures, please see more information on implant revision here.

A comprehensive discussion of risks and benefits will be provided during your consultation with Dr Aggarwal. In Australia, gender-affirming chest surgery – including gender reassignment surgery in Sydney – may be partially covered by Medicare if it meets certain medical criteria, and private health insurance may also contribute to the cost.

We recommend contacting your health fund and Medicare to check your cover and eligibility. We are happy to assist you with any paperwork required to obtain coverage for your gender-affirming chest surgery.

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Meet Dr Aggarwal

Dr Aggarwal is a well regarded, respected, highly skilled and experienced Specialist Plastic Surgeon. Graduating at the top of his class throughout his training, Dr Aggarwal has completed fellowship training at some of the world’s most prestigious reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery institutions. He continues to publish research is prestigious plastic surgery journals, and is actively involved in the training of future plastic surgeons.

What sets Dr Aggarwal apart from others is his personal, affable and warm nature. Not only does he pay attention to detail, to producing natural, beautiful results but he ensures that the patient’s journey is just as special as their outcome. Dr Aggarwal looks after patients at two of Sydney’s most prestigious public hospital campuses (RPA and POWH/RHW), and operates privately on the North Shore.

The Team

At Mode, we have hand picked our staff from some of the most experienced in the industry to ensure your care is always warm & friendly, focused on you as the patient, and no question too difficult

Why choose us?

Highly Skilled

Know you are in the safest of hands with a Plastic Surgeon who is experienced, highly respected, and appointed at premier Sydney hospitals- including Sydney Adventist, Hunters Hill Private, POWH and RHW.

Safety

If sedation or general anaesthetic is required, it is delivered by an accredited anaesthetist

Accommodation

Have your surgery at premier, accredited Sydney private hospitals.

Upfront Costs

We provide written quotes, so there are no surprises.

Patient Care

We will always make you our top priority. Need to ask a question? Whether its before or after your surgery, we will always be at your beck and call.

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