Dr Craig Layt

Dr Craig Layt is a highly regarded Specialist Plastic Surgeon who provides comprehensive plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery services. Based on the Gold Coast and in northern New South Wales, he is dedicated to delivering a high standard of patient care and achieving natural-looking, balanced results. Dr Layt prioritises open communication, ensuring that each patient thoroughly understands the benefits, risks, and limitations of their chosen procedure to support informed decision-making and enhance overall satisfaction.

Dr Layt graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Queensland in 1988. He subsequently undertook extensive general surgery training at several major hospitals in Queensland, followed by specialist training in plastic and reconstructive surgery across leading tertiary medical centres in Brisbane and Melbourne. He qualified as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon in 2000, obtaining his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, and completed a post-fellowship aesthetic fellowship in cosmetic surgery in 2001. Dr Layt is an active member of several prestigious professional bodies, including the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (where he is a past President), the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

With a broad clinical focus, Dr Layt has a particular interest in aesthetic breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. He has contributed significantly to the field of plastic surgery through clinical research, international presentations, and peer-reviewed publications, particularly regarding advanced breast surgery techniques. His patient-centred approach focuses on enhancing physical appearance while simultaneously improving self-esteem and quality of life in a supportive, professional environment.