Meet the team
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DR BERNARD CARNEY
Dr Bernard Carney, or Barney to those familiar to him, became a consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in 2005 after attending the University of Adelaide for his undergraduate training in medicine. Throughout medical school, he was interested in paediatrics, rural medicine and academia, completing a Bachelor of Medical Science with first class honours at Adelaide University in 1993.
During his internship, he quickly developed an interest in medical and surgical procedures and began basic surgical training in 1996. He worked with the plastic surgical team in the Burns unit at the Royal Adelaide Hospital during his first year, which made a lasting impression on him.
Thus, a course was set for plastic surgical training and he began advanced training in 2000, rotating through all plastic surgical units in South Australia, including the Burns Units at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and Women’s and Children’s Hospital and the Australian Craniofacial Unit.
In 2002, he had the honour of being called up to be part of the Royal Adelaide Hospital Burns Assessment Team in response to the Bali burns disaster. This involved working in the aftermath of the bombings at the Royal Darwin Hospital, helping to triage and treat the worst affected patients airlifted to Darwin. For this he was awarded an Order of Australia Medal the following year.
Barney undertook post-fellowship training in 2004 as the inaugural Burns Fellow across both the
Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Royal Adelaide Hospital campuses. In that year, he also worked as the Senior Registrar in the Plastics unit at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
In 2005, Barney went into practice as a visiting medical specialist in the Department of Plastic Surgery at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Departments of Plastic Surgery and Burns Surgery at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
Borne out of these public appointments, he has endeavoured to have a broad interest in plastic surgery. So when beginning his private practice in 2005, his focus has been on both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, all aspects of breast surgery, hand surgery and skin cancer surgery.
Barney has also provided surgical services to rural South Australia over the last 15 years, initially at Jamestown and expanding to include Clare and Balaklava. While the majority of his regional patients come from north of Gepps Cross, he is happy to see patients from all regions and is comfortable performing telehealth consultations and telephone consultations. The importance of this aspect of his regional practice has been underlined by the events of 2020.
Professionally, Barney is committed to teaching medical students, junior medical staff and plastic surgical trainees through his public appointments. He gives up his private time to be a member of the state regional committee and state executive committee of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons.
He also is a course instructor and coordinator for Emergency Management of Severe Burns courses run by the Australia New Zealand Burns Association across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. Recently, he has also begun volunteering as a surgeon for Interplast, joining other South Australian plastic surgeons travelling to Bhutan to help establish a plastic surgical unit staffed by local surgeons.
In his private life, he is married to a consultant physician and is a busy father of three, managing extensive commitments to ballet, soccer and hockey to name a few. He does his best to keep up with the rest of the family in the surf and on the snow, loving nothing more than being at Horseshoe Bay or Falls Creek.
He has many interests outside of medicine, including literature and art. However, if pushed, he can talk all day about his classic car collection (or his children or Bhutan for that matter). He is a member of the Sporting Car Club of South Australia, the MG Car Club of South Australia and is a founding member of the Old Motor Company of South Australia.
KYLIE VEASEY
Practice Manager
With extensive experience as both a medical receptionist and a personal assistant, Kylie plays a key role in managing the daily operations of Dr Bernard’s practice. Her longstanding interest in the medical field led her to complete a Diploma in Nursing, and she has worked in Plastic Surgery for over 10 years. Kylie is dedicated to delivering a high standard of care and service, ensuring the practice runs smoothly and efficiently.
Outside of work, she maintains a strong commitment to health and fitness and enjoys quality time with her family and friends.
MEG MACDONALD
Registered & Aesthetic Nurse
Meg Macdonald is a highly experienced Registered Nurse with over 30 years of service in the healthcare industry, having held a variety of clinical and leadership roles throughout her career. She has recently embraced an exciting opportunity to work alongside Dr. Carney and the team at Western Specialist Centre.
Meg has found great fulfilment in her diverse career path, particularly valuing the meaningful relationships she has built and nurtured over the years. Known for her warm, approachable, and bubbly personality, Meg takes pride in making patients feel comfortable and at ease during their care journey.
Over time, Meg has developed a strong interest in dermatology and skincare, and the profound impact these areas can have on individuals’ wellbeing and confidence. She is now excited to expand her expertise in cosmetic treatments, helping clients achieve natural, tailored aesthetic outcomes through access to the exceptional skills and experience offered by Dr. Carney.
Meg considers it a privilege to support clients in enhancing their appearance and self-esteem. She is passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care that aligns with each individual’s goals and aspirations.
Outside of work, Meg enjoys spending time in her garden, relaxing at the beach, and connecting with family and friends. She is also deeply committed to youth mental health and actively contributes with involvement in running Kade MacDonald Foundation, assisting youths in attending programs through Operational Flinders.
JULIE JORDAN
With over 25 years of experience across a range of healthcare settings, Julie brings a whole lot of experience in administration, business operations, and keeping things running smoothly. Organisation and efficiency? She’s got that down to an art — especially in fast-paced environments where she thrives.
Julie loves connecting with patients and building a positive, team-focused atmosphere with care at the centre of everything. When she’s off the clock, you’ll probably find her outdoors, travelling, in the garden, or hosting friends and family. And let’s not forget her deep love for football — it’s serious business. Guided by the principle of “Work hard, stay humble,” Julie approaches both her professional and personal life with dedication, humility, and a commitment to continuous growth.