Dr Bruce Johnstone

Dr Bruce Johnstone is a highly regarded Plastic Surgeon based in East Melbourne, Australia. With a commitment to delivering exceptional patient outcomes, he provides comprehensive care across a broad spectrum of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic procedures. Dr Johnstone is dedicated to offering personalised treatment plans, ensuring that each patient receives the highest standard of medical attention tailored to their unique needs and aesthetic goals.

Dr Johnstone completed his medical degree, obtaining a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Melbourne. He went on to complete his specialised Plastic Surgery training in Melbourne in 1989, followed by two years of intensive subspecialist fellowships in the United States, specifically in Atlanta, Georgia, and Salt Lake City, Utah. During this time, he focused on microsurgery, paediatric plastic surgery, breast reconstruction, aesthetic surgery, and hand and upper limb surgery. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and holds active memberships in prestigious professional organisations, including the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Australian Hand Surgery Society, and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Throughout his career, Dr Johnstone has developed significant expertise in reconstructive microsurgery, hand and upper limb reconstruction, and breast surgery. His clinical interests encompass adult upper limb reconstruction following trauma or advanced arthritis, peripheral nerve surgery, and paediatric hand surgery. He is also highly skilled in breast reconstruction and reduction procedures, working collaboratively to provide multidisciplinary care. Additionally, Dr Johnstone is proficient in skin cancer management and a wide range of aesthetic and cosmetic procedures, ensuring comprehensive care for both adult and paediatric patients.