Our Team
At RPS we are a close-knit team dedicated to providing you with the best surgical expertise, nursing care and support that we possibly can.
Dr Sean Nicklin Plastic Surgeon
Dr Nicklin is a highly respected Plastic Surgeon with training from both Australia and the UK. His practice is located in Randwick Sydney where he specialises in restorative and reconstructive surgery of the breast, hand, and body. Born and trained in the UK, Dr Nicklin was admitted to the Royal College of Surgeons in both Edinburgh and Glasgow in 1996 before moving to Sydney to complete his plastic surgery training. He became a member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons in 2005. Dr Nicklin is dedicated to both his clinical practice and the advancement of plastic surgery education and research.
Current Roles:
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
- Director of Plastic Surgery at the Prince of Wales Hospital
- Plastic Surgery Consultant for Hand Surgery at Sydney Hospital
- Breast Reconstruction Specialist at the Royal Hospital for Women
- Pediatric Plastic Surgery Specialist at Sydney Children’s Hospital
Dr Nicklin’s previous roles include Director of Hand Surgery at Sydney Hospital, Chairman of the NSW Plastic Surgery Training Committee and a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney.
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Dr Sarah Tolerton Plastic Surgeon
Dr Sarah Tolerton is an Australian-trained Plastic and Reconstructive Specialist Surgeon with a particular interest in Adult and Children’s Hand Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery and Microsurgery.
She completed her medical and surgical training in Sydney and undertook postgraduate fellowships in Hand and Reconstructive Surgery both locally and internationally in London, Rotterdam and Paris.
Dr Tolerton is passionate about education and teaching, having represented trainees on the national board of plastic surgery throughout her training and currently tutoring Microsurgery as part of The University of Sydney Master of Surgery Course.
Research has played an integral part in Dr Tolerton’s career, graduating with a Research Honours as part of her medical degree and subsequently completing a thesis as part of the Master of Surgery at The University of Sydney. She undertook a Research Fellowship at the Sydney Hospital Academic Hand Unit prior to commencing her plastic surgery training, and most recently joined a laboratory-based research group at Imperial College whilst on fellowship in London.
She currently practices at multiple teaching hospitals including Sydney Hospital, Sydney Children’s Hospital, Prince of Wales Hospital and The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.
Beyond Randwick Plastic Surgery and her public hospital appointments, Dr Tolerton tends to her long-standing passion for the arts, theatre and dance.
Dr Marc Langbart Plastic Surgeon
Dr Marc Langbart is an Australian trained Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. He studied medicine at the University of New South Wales where he graduated with honors in 2008.
After completing a Master of Surgery at Sydney University in 2012 focusing on Hand Surgery, he was selected by the Royal Australian College of Surgeons for specialty training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 2013. Once he received specialist recognition, Dr Langbart trained at the prestigious Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in central London. At this world-leading microsurgical institute Dr Langbart focused on complex reconstruction after breast cancer, head and neck cancer and major trauma.
Dr Langbart currently works as a VMO at the Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney Children’s Hospital and Liverpool Hospital. He additionally operates at the Prince of Wales Private Hospital and Sydney Southwest Private Hospital.
He is proficient in a broad range of skills including skin cancer, microsurgical reconstruction, breast surgery and hand surgery.
Shannett Fischer Practice Nurse
Shannett is our highly experienced Registered Nurse, bringing over 15 years of practical and specialised experience across multiple domains within the healthcare system.
She earned her Bachelor of Nursing degree in 2013, specialising in Perioperative Nursing at Prince of Wales Private Hospital. Following this, she pursued postgraduate studies in cosmetic nursing.
Currently planning to graduate from Medical School in 2026, Shannett is dedicated to fulfilling her lifelong passion for medicine.
Despite her demanding study commitments, Shannett enjoys spending her free time with family and visiting the beach.
Bianca Apps Practice Nurse
Bianca is a Registered Nurse with over 12 years of practical and specialised experience. She has worked across various fields and has been a dedicated member of the nursing staff at Sydney Children’s Hospital for many years.
Seeking a change of pace from the public system, Bianca transitioned to the private clinic setting, and we are delighted that she chose to join our practice.
Outside of her professional commitments, Bianca enjoys spending time with her family and being a devoted mother to her young sons.
Laura Huxtable Director
Laura Huxtable founded Randwick Plastic Surgery in 2003, leveraging her expertise as a Chartered Accountant and finance executive. With a background in financial and operational risk management, Laura is instrumental in ensuring that all of our systems are designed and functioning optimally.
Mel Mulholland Practice Manager
Mel has been an integral part of Randwick Plastic Surgery for over a decade, serving as the Practice Manager. With a commitment to excellence and a wealth of experience, Mel has played a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the practice.
Her responsibilities encompass overseeing daily administrative functions, coordinating patient care, and managing the practice’s staff and resources. Mel’s dedication to providing exceptional service and her meticulous attention to detail have contributed significantly to the high standard of care at RPS.
Beyond her professional expertise, Mel is known for her compassionate approach and her ability to foster a welcoming and supportive environment for both patients and staff. Her extensive knowledge of the practice and unwavering commitment to its success make her an invaluable asset to the team.
Briana Christensen Practice Receptionist
Bree is the welcoming presence you will encounter at our reception when you visit our practice and holds a Certificate in Medical Administration.
After hours, Bree is most likely to be found working out at the gym, socialising with her friends or playing with her beloved dog, Sace.
Hannah Practice Receptionist
Hannah joined our team as a medical receptionist in early 2023 and has quickly become an integral part of our practice. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Nursing, demonstrating her dedication to advancing her career in healthcare.