The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) is a leading UK professional body for surgeons performing cosmetic surgery, promoting safety, education and high standards.
Why BAAPS membership matters
- Members are required to be on the GMC Specialist Register for plastic surgery.
- BAAPS promotes evidence-based practice, audit and patient safety, and campaigns against unsafe practices.
- It provides patient information co-authored with BAPRAS and the Association of Breast Surgery.
How to use it
Look for BAAPS membership as one positive signal alongside GMC Specialist Register status and a CQC-registered facility. BAAPS also publishes guidance on choosing a surgeon and on breast implant safety that is worth reading before your consultation. See also the BAPRAS guide.