Checking a plastic surgeon in Cyprus
In Cyprus, a plastic surgeon should hold the specialty Πλαστική Χειρουργική (plastic surgery) on the Medical Council register. Here's where to check it and what to look for.
We read the official register directly. Last checked 18 October 2026What the titles mean in Cyprus
The Cyprus Medical Council keeps the Register of Physicians and publishes it in full: registered doctors who have not been removed, with their recognised specialties.
We read the published register directly and cross-check the national health system's provider list by registration number.
What we check for Cypriot surgeons
Society membership is voluntary. Not being a member doesn't mean a surgeon isn't qualified.
How to check it yourself
- Open the Medical Council's register page (or its PDF). Cyprus Medical Council register
- Search the page for the surgeon's surname in Greek.
- Check the specialty column for 'Πλαστική Χειρουργική' and note the registration number.
Common questions
Who keeps the register?
The Cyprus Medical Council, which also recognises qualifications and can remove doctors from the register.
Source: Cyprus Medical CouncilDoes the list include removed doctors?
No. The published copy lists registered doctors who have not been removed.
Source: Cyprus Medical CouncilI'm considering surgery abroad. What should I check?
The same principle applies everywhere: find the official register in that country and look for specialist registration in plastic surgery. See every country we cover