A tummy tuck is a big decision. We help you get it right.
A tummy tuck can mean three different operations, and quotes vary wildly. We make your options clear, and we stay with you to recovery.
“Tummy tuck” can mean three different operations
You're not doing it wrong. It's built this way. And you shouldn't have to do it alone.
Get us in your corner, and it's all done for you
Pricing, surgeon research, consultations, prep and recovery. The work you would spend fifty hours on, handled by people who do it every day.
Before you enquire: abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
The information clinics don't lead with, and you can't easily find. Indicative and general only, never a quote or medical advice.
Driven by whether muscle repair is included, the facility and any overnight stay. Medicare may contribute in limited cases, such as after major weight loss. Indicative only.
Longer where muscle repair is involved. Plan for limited lifting and time off your feet early on.
Not every “cosmetic surgeon” is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon. Since 2023 the word “surgeon” is protected, but training still varies a lot. We show you exactly how each practitioner is registered on AHPRA, so nobody in disguise slips through.
Everyone else is paid by the surgery. We're paid by you.
Clinic coordinators, surgery groups, directories. The free help is always funded by surgery happening. We work the other way. You pay us a flat fee, surgeons can't pay to be included or featured, and our fee is the same whether you book or not. That's the whole point.
Real reviews from real clients
Individual experiences vary. 4.9 on Google.
I had an incredible first experience with Pirk. Warm, professional and genuinely supportive. They made me feel comfortable, and I never felt rushed or pressured.
Amanda J.
They took the time to address all of my concerns and created a space where I felt truly heard. I feel completely reassured.
Alaina C.
Pirk was fantastic. We chatted like old friends. They take the stress out of the process, and they are so knowledgeable and kind.
Pamela D.
A clear comparison, not another Google search
| What we compare | Option A | Option B | Option C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration & specialty (AHPRA) | Specialist Plastic Surgeon | Specialist Plastic Surgeon | Medical practitioner |
| Years / focus | 18 yrs · breast & body | 12 yrs · breast focus | 9 yrs · general cosmetic |
| Consultation | $300 · in person | $250 · in person | $150 · in person |
| Indicative fee range | $16k–$19k | $14k–$18k | $11k–$15k |
| Facility & accreditation | Accredited hospital | Accredited hospital | In-rooms (day) |
| Aftercare & revision | Included · clear policy | Included · clear policy | Ask, not stated |
| How each lines up with what you told us | Plain-English notes. No scores, no “top pick”. The decision stays yours. | ||
- Registration and title exactly as they appear on the AHPRA register, which you can verify yourself.
- Fees and what each quote includes, laid out side by side.
- Aftercare and revision policy, in plain English.
- A short note on how each option fits what you told us.
No scores. No top pick. The choice stays yours.
Weeks of research, or one clear comparison
Tell us what you're considering. We do the hard part.
One flat fee. Surgeons never pay us.
Book a call and we'll tell you honestly which level fits, or if you don't need us yet.
The Shortlist
For when you want the research done, and you'll take it from there.
- Your personalised surgeon shortlist, researched against your goals, budget and location
- Side-by-side comparison: registration and titles exactly as they appear on AHPRA's public register, experience focus, fees, consultation process, aftercare
- A plain-English note on how each option lines up with what you told us
- Indicative pricing for your procedure
$149 credited in full toward Guided or Full Support within 60 days.
Book a call about The ShortlistGuided
Everything in The Shortlist, plus a concierge through your consultations.
- Consultations booked and managed for you
- Pre-consult prep call and full consultation checklist, so you walk in knowing exactly what to ask
- Post-consult debrief call and updated side-by-side comparison
- Quote review: your quotes laid out line by line, so you can compare like for like
Full Support
Everything in Guided, plus support through surgery and recovery.
- Booking and surgery-stage support and preparation
- Post-surgery support and check-ins while you recover
- Post-surgery non-surgical treatment planning
The difference between Guided and Full Support is about the price of one consultation, and it buys you support for the part of the journey where most people feel most alone.
Book a call about Full SupportOur guarantee
If we can't build you a surgeon shortlist that genuinely fits your goals, budget and situation, we'll refund your fee in full — at any stage. If you change your mind within 48 hours of purchase and before we've begun your research, we'll also refund you in full, no questions asked. Most of our work happens up front — the research, comparison and planning are largely done in the first days of your engagement — so once your research has begun, fees aren't otherwise refundable. Deciding not to proceed with surgery is always a fine outcome, and doesn't change this. Nothing in this policy limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Hi, I'm Chloe.
I started Pirk after going through this myself. I run a business, and I still found it hard. Quotes I couldn't compare, marketing dressed up as advice, and nobody who was actually on my side. So I built the thing I wish I'd had. We're not a clinic and we're not a directory. We're the person in your corner, from your first call to full recovery.
- Surgeons never pay us to be included.
- We will never tell you what to decide. That's yours.
- Deciding not to have surgery is a perfectly good outcome.
Chloe Walker, Founder
Fair questions
Why pay Pirk when clinics will help me for free?
Because free help in this industry is funded by surgery happening. Coordinators work for the clinic, and packages have the clinic's margin built in. We are paid a flat fee by you, so we have no stake in where you book or whether you book at all. You are paying for someone who is genuinely on your side.
Why do tummy tuck quotes vary so much?
Because they're often quoting different operations: mini vs standard vs extended abdominoplasty, with or without muscle repair or liposuction, day surgery vs overnight stays. Your Pirk comparison names exactly what each option includes, so you're never comparing a mini to an extended without knowing it.
Does Pirk recommend a surgeon or tell me who is best?
No. We research and compare your options against your goals and lay them out clearly. We do not rank surgeons or tell you what to decide. The choice is always yours, and anything medical is a conversation for you, your GP and your surgeon.
Is Pirk a medical service?
No. Pirk is a research, comparison and support service. We do not give medical advice or decide whether surgery is right for you. Every practitioner we research is registered with AHPRA, and you can verify anyone on the public register yourself.
What if it is not right for me?
If we cannot build you a comparison that genuinely fits your goals, budget and situation, you get your money back at any stage. You can also change your mind within 48 hours, before we have started your research, for a full refund. Deciding not to have surgery is always a fine outcome.
Is my information private?
Yes. Your details are handled under our privacy policy, we never sell your information, and we will never contact a surgeon about you without your go ahead.
Ready when you are, and only when you are
Leave your details and we'll call you within one business day. No pressure, and we never share your details with clinics.
Pirk is not a medical provider. We're here to support your decisions and help connect you with qualified, registered health practitioners. All procedures are performed by qualified surgeons or registered health practitioners, and any medical advice should come from your treating provider. Individual results may vary. Pirk Services Pty Ltd, ABN 59 658 679 184. Our service fees and refund terms are in our Terms and Conditions.