ANGIE TARAS

Dr. Angie Taras

Cosmetic General

MEET DR. ANGIE TARAS

Dr. Angie Taras is a cosmetic and general surgeon with more than 10 years of experience in aesthetic surgery, body contouring, and advanced surgical care. Throughout her career, she has trained and practiced in both the United States and Australia, gaining extensive experience in a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Taras is recognized for her meticulous surgical technique, artistic eye for proportion and contour, and dedication to helping patients achieve natural, confidence-boosting results.

Over the years, Dr. Taras has served as both an aesthetic surgeon and owner of several cosmetic surgery practices, including Cosmetic Avenue and Avenue Plastic Surgery in Melbourne, Australia. Her training includes fellowships in cosmetic surgery, endocrine surgery, bariatric surgery, and acute general surgery, giving her a strong and well-rounded surgical background.

Beyond patient care, Dr. Taras has also been actively involved in medical research, education, and professional leadership. She has published multiple scientific studies and presented at surgical conferences across the United States and Australia. She currently holds several academic and advisory roles within the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine and also serves as a peer reviewer for the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • High-Definition Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck & Waist Sculpting
  • Mommy Makeover Surgery
  • Breast Enhancement & Reshaping
  • Fat Transfer & Natural Augmentation
  • Facial Rejuvenation
  • Revision Aesthetic Surgery

EDUCATION & TRAINING

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) — Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) — University of Wisconsin–Madison
  • General Surgery Residency — Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington
  • General Surgery Residency — New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York
  • Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship — La Belle Vie Cosmetic Surgery Centers, Seattle, Washington
  • Endocrine Surgical Fellowship — Austin Hospital, Heidelberg VIC, Australia
  • Bariatric & Upper GI Surgical Research Fellowship — Austin Hospital, Australia
  • Acute General Surgical Fellowship — Austin Hospital & Box Hill Hospital, Australia

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Fellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (FAACS)
  • Surgical Fellow, Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine (FACCSM Surg)
  • Member, Australia and New Zealand Chapter of the American College of Surgeons

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP & RECOGNITION

  • Council Member, Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine
  • Board of Censors Member, Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine
  • Scientific Organization Committee Member for Cosmetex
  • Peer Reviewer, American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery
  • Oral Examiner & Trainee Preceptor, Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine