About Dr Mark - Dr Mark Lee - Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Perth

Dr Mark Lee MBBS FRACS
(Plastic Surgery)

Specialist Plastic Surgeon (MED0001531748)

With over 20 years spent refining his craft locally and internationally, Dr Mark continues to explore new techniques for the benefit of his patients, while sharing his research and expertise with other surgeons, for the benefit of theirs.

Dividing his time practising in Perth and regional Western Australia, Dr Mark Lee is committed to delivering comprehensive care and tailored outcomes, no matter your location.

Dr Mark Lee’s Associations & Accreditations

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Dr Mark grew up in Perth and attended Medical School at the University of Western Australia, achieving distinctions and prizes in both medicine and surgery. His internship, residency and basic surgical training were undertaken at Royal Perth Hospital, followed by 5 years of fellowship plastic surgery training.   

After completing his plastic surgery training requirements, he spent 12 months in an advanced fellowship position in Oxford (United Kingdom), which included teaching undergraduates at Trinity College, University of Oxford. While working in private practice since 2002, Dr Mark also spent three years in the role of Head of Department of Plastic Surgery at Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital and in Consultant Surgeon positions at Royal Perth and Fremantle Hospitals.

Today, Mark not only works from his Subiaco practice, but balances his time delivering dedicated plastic surgery service (and breast cancer reconstruction) to regional Western Australia. He regularly provides clinics and operating sessions in Albany on the South Coast, 500km from the nearest plastic surgery units.

His commitment to ongoing research saw him develop a new and innovative breast reconstruction technique known as the scarless Latissimus dorsi breast reconstruction procedure, which is well-regarded internationally.

As a trusted industry expert, Dr Mark believes not only in providing exceptional patient care and results today, but in sharing his career experience with others. He is proud to do so today, appointed to the Court of Examiners for the Royal Australian College of Surgeons.

With a desire to create a lasting impact across the industry, Dr Mark was elected to the governing Council of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons in 2012. He served with the society in a number of roles including Chair of the Ethics, Chair of Advocacy and is former Treasurer. Whilst on the national Council, Dr Mark has been instrumental in the establishment of the Australasian Journal of Plastic Surgery and is the inaugural Editor-In-Chief.

You’ll find Dr Mark spending any spare time he finds with his wife Briony, and his 3 adult children. He shares his passion for his medical practice with other interests including his past time as a truffle farmer, a veteran hockey player and keen fly fisherman.

When choosing Dr Mark, you can expect a commitment to constant improvement, excellent results and care, with the understanding of a doctor who has walked the path ahead of you, countless times before.

Research, recognition and publications

From volunteer and aid missions abroad to his time as a teacher, a researcher, an editor, and an examiner, Dr Mark Lee is driven by the chance to effect positive impact on his industry, and patients. Explore his accreditations and experience.

Professional experience and appointments

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2004 – Today: Mark Lee Plastic Surgeon Private Practice, Subiaco, Western Australia
2017 – Today: Consultant Plastic Surgeon – Albany Regional Hospital
2018 – Today: Editor in Chief for the Australasian Journal of Plastic Surgery
2018 – 2020: Chairman of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons Chairman Ethics Committee
2024 – Today: Examiner for Royal Australian College of Surgeons

Qualifications

2001 FRACS Plastic Surgery, Fellow of Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (Plastics)
1992 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University of Western Australia
Medical Board Registration (#9806)
AHPRA Registration (#MED0001531748)
RACS Registration (#10510)
General Medical Council (#4181671)
Australasian Society Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (Board Certified)
International Society Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Overseas Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine

Awards and recognition

2015 & 2021 PRS Global Open Best Paper Award
2013 Certificate of Outstanding Service, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
2000 College of Surgeons, Best Research Paper, Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons

Research and publications

Year	Title	Authors	Publication
2001	Glycine reduces the severity of warm intestinal ischaemia reperfusion injury in the rat.	Lee MA, McCauley RD, Kong SE, Hall JC.	Annals of Plastic Surgery. Mar 2014;46(3)320-6.
2002	The influence of glycine on intestinal ischaemia reperfusion injury.	McCauley RD, Kong SE, Hall JC, Lee MA	Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition. Mar-Apr; 26(2) 130-5.
2008	Incompletely excised skin cancer rates: a prospective study of 31714 skin cancer excisions by the Western Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons.	Dhepnorrarat, R.C., Lee M.A., Mountain J.A.	Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgery.
2011	Genetic Factors in Metastatic Progression of Cutaneous Melanoma; The Future Role of Circulating Melanoma Cells in Prognosis and Management.	Ireland A, Millward M, Pearce R, Lee M, Ziman M.	Clinical and Experimental Metastasis. 28:327-336.
2011	Circulating Tumour Cells as a Prognostic Indicator in Cutaneous Malignant Melanoma (Chapter 12); in Murphy, M. (Ed).	Ziman M, Millward M, Pearce R, Lee M	Diagnostic and Prognostic Biomarkers and Therapeutic Targets in Melanoma. Humana/Springer, USA
2013	Markers of circulating tumour cells in the peripheral blood of melanoma patients correlates with disease recurrence and progression.	Reid AL, Millward M, Pearce R, Lee M, Frank MH, Heenan P, Ireland A, Monshizadeh L, Rai T, Medic S, Ziman M.	British Journal of Dermatology, 2013;168:85-92.
2017	The arterial supply of the nipple areola complex (NAC) and its relations: an analysis of angiographic CT imaging for breast pedicle design.	Stirling A, Murray C, Lee Mark.	Surgical Radiology Anatomy. 39:1127–1134.
2018	A diagnostic autoantibody signature for primary cutaneous melanoma.	Zaenker P, Lo J, Pearce R, Cantwell P, Cowell L, Lee M, Quirk C, Law H, Gray E, Ziman M.	Oncotarget. 2018 Jul 17;9(55):30539-30551.
2018	Cosmetic and plastic surgeons: what’s the difference?	Ashton M, Lee M	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet]. 1(2):1-3.
2018	Pre-operative CT angiography to facilitate pedicle selection for high-risk breast reduction patients	Kierath J, Lewin R, Lee MA.	Australasian Journal of Plastic Surgery. 1(1): 133-141.
2019	Holier than thou: are we all biased?	Ashton M, Lee M	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet]. 2(2):1-3.
2019	Devil’s advocate.	Lee M, Ashton M.	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet]. 2(1):1-2.
2020	Quarantine	Ashton M, Lee M	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet]. 3(2):1–2.
2020	Ikigai: a balanced life in plastic surgery.	Lee M, Ashton M	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet]. 3(1):1-2.
2021	Suffering in silence	Ashton M, Lee M.	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet] 4(2):1-3.
2021	Latissimus dorsi breast reconstruction.	Lee, M.	Oxford Textbook of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Ch 9.9).
2021	Light at the end of the tunnel.	Lee M, Ashton M.	Australasian Journal Plastic Surgery [Internet]. 4(1):1-2.

Specialties

With extensive surgical experience, we understand that each patient is unique, and our tailored surgical offering reflects this.

Volunteer work and aid missions

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Interplast

Solomon Islands, Tanzania & Tonga

The Interplast project serves various island nations and disadvantaged regions, and Dr Mark Lee was excited to collaborate with local plastic surgeons and anaesthetists to offer vital surgical services. Supporting procedures included cleft lip and palate repairs, tumour removals, and burn scar treatments for children and adults who otherwise could not afford them.

Rafiki

Tanzania, Mwanza, Dar es Salaam

Dr Mark Lee, in collaboration with plastic surgeon Tony Baker, anaesthetist Ross Ireland and Barney Creswell, has worked to repair cleft lips, palates, and reconstructive facial deformities. Together, they have performed surgeries on over 50 children and adults across Tanzania. 

Operation Smile

Morocco, Jordan, China, Cambodia, Mexico, India, Peru, Philippines

Operation Smile aims to perform life-changing surgeries in developing countries around the world. Dr Mark Lee has participated in over 9 overseas missions, where a team of 25 surgeons travel to remote locations to carry out cleft lip and palate reconstruction procedures for those in need. 

Our Team

Zoe Barndon – Practice Nurse

Zoe Barndon

Practice Nurse

After completing a Bachelor of Nursing, Zoe began her career in the graduate program at Fremantle Hospital and has been working with Dr Mark Lee since 2020. Specialising in post-operative wound care, Zoe has aspired to work in plastics from a young age. She is committed to providing excellent support for her patients throughout their entire surgical experience. After work, you’ll find her planning the next renovation project for her dream home by the ocean.

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Donna Buckingham – Registered Nurse

Donna Buckingham

Registered Nurse

Joining the team in 2024, Donna brings over 20 years’ experience across nursing disciplines and a wealth of clinical knowledge. With a background spanning surgical, oncology, mental health and community care, she takes a compassionate approach to patient wellbeing, supporting them through every stage of their surgical journey. After two decades in Sydney, and time living in Italy and Saudi Arabia, Donna has recently returned home to Perth, where she enjoys staying active and spending time with loved ones.

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Pauline Gilligan – Practice Manager

Pauline Gilligan

Practice Manager

Of her 35 years in medical administration, Pauline has spent a decade working with Dr Mark Lee to support his patients through their surgical journeys. Ever the problem solver and hard worker, Pauline always finds a way to lead our team and ensure the highest level of patient care. She balances her busy schedule with a commitment to keeping fit, enjoying good food and having fun with friends and family.

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Debbie Wade – Receptionist

Debbie Wade

Receptionist

When you first contact our practice, Debbie will be happy to assist with a smile. With a Diploma of Dental Therapy and 20 years of experience in the health profession, her sense of humour and patient-centred approach make her a key part of the team. Debbie loves to be with family, and when she’s not at the practice taking patient enquiries, you’ll find her hanging out with her grandchildren.

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Dr Mark Lee – Specialist Plastic Surgeon

Dr Mark Lee

Specialist Plastic Surgeon

Dividing his time practising in Perth and regional Western Australia, Dr Mark Lee is committed to delivering comprehensive care and tailored outcomes, no matter your location.