THE ACADEMY OF PLASTIC SURGERY - Key Persons


Dr Gary dos Passos

did his basic surgical training at Wits before relocating to Cape Town in order to do his specialist training in the best plastic surgery unit in the country. He is currently working in the head and neck clinic at Groote Schuur.

Dr Kevin George Adams

Dr Kevin Adams, a Cape Town-based Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, has considerable experience in cosmetic, reconstructive, non-surgical rejuvenation and transgender surgery. He is one of a handful of elite surgeons recognized throughout South Africa for his meaningful contributions to surgical advancements, including numerous peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr Adams worked in the UK for five years while doing basic surgical training. He then returned to South Africa in 2000 and did his specialist training at UCT where he has remained and now is a Senior Specialist and lecturer. He opened the doors of his private practice in 2008 where he sees patients from all walks of life, who wants to improve their functional or physical appearance. Dr Adams has a key interest in gender affirming surgery, and is passionate about being a good doctor, and believes in sharing his knowledge through medical education and training, as well as research. Specialising in Gender Affirming Surgery, Surgical & Non-Surgical Aesthetic Rejuvenation, Liposculpture, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Breast Surgery, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Genital Surgery, Dr Adams keeps up to date with medical advances and trains plastic surgeons about scientifically proven plastic surgery techniques. is a consultant and senior specialist working at both Groote Schuur and Red Cross Hospitals. He did his basic surgical training in England before returning to South Africa to do his specialist training in 2000.