Episodes

Today, we’ve got a one-on-one chat with Richard to learn more about what makes him tick. We cover a lot, including the proudest moment in his career, something he wished more people knew about plastic surgery, and a memorable moment from his first ever surgery.

This week, Richard and Kim join me to chat about the dark side of over-investigating normal post-op bumps and twinges. They share some of the most harrowing patient stories we’ve heard on the podcast, explain why seeing patients in person is always the most effective way to diagnose, and break down the most common post-op complaints by operation.

We get a lot of questions about post-op garments so here’s a quick little episode answering the FAQs. We chat about whether it’s okay to take your compression garment off in the early weeks after surgery, why surgeons have such differing opinions on their efficacy, and if there’s a limit to how long you should wear your post-op garments.

Today, we’re talking about spitting sutures, which is when your internal stitches pop up through your skin… not exactly where we want them to be. It’s not as harrowing as it sounds and can often get misdiagnosed as something more nefarious by those not in the know. We explain how common spitting sutures are, how to know if you actually have one, and why we would never prescribe antibiotics just for kicks.

Today we’re talking about breasts bottoming out. Never heard of it? Well, welcome. We go through the technicalities of it all, which patients are more at risk, and why we’d never tell you to stop doing chest workouts at the gym.

The world of cosmetic surgery is rife with tricks, dodgy practice, and misleading images so today, Richard and Kim join me to expose the 5 biggest scams in plastic surgery. They explain how to make sure your surgeon is legit now the guidelines have changed, how to spot a suspicious before and after pic, and if high pressure sales tactics are still around.

Today on the pod, we get practical. Richard and Kim chat about the must do’s before going into theatre, which common advice you should actually ignore, and their top tips to ensure surgery goes as smoothly as possible.

If you’re a bit surprised by this topic, you’ve obviously never met Mr Richard Bloom, a man fuelled almost exclusively by data sets. Today, we chat about why the surgeons audit each other’s work, how it started, and how it improves patients’ results.

This week we’ve got part 2 in our 'Ask An Anaesthetist Series' with our fantastic anaesthetist Dr Arturo Gomez. If you haven’t listened to part 1 stop right now and check that one out first. In this episode, Arturo reveals how patients can 'pre-hab' to make the anaesthetic process as smooth as possible, what’s different for patients with chronic pain or diabetes, and his insight on the top fear for patients – waking up during surgery. Leave a comment and let us know which speciality you’d like t...

A lot of our patients come to see us after big hormonal changes like puberty and pregnancy, and today we’re focussing on a third one – menopause. We chat about what kind of changes women experience during perimenopause, whether hormone replacement therapy impacts surgery, and common procedures we perform on post-menopausal patients.

Today, I’m joined by anaesthetist Dr Arturo Gomez to answer all your questions about going under. This is such an informative episode we split it across two episodes to make sure nothing was missed. In Part 1, Arturo walks us through what to expect on the day of surgery, the most important part of his job, and what patients are most afraid of, and why they shouldn’t be. Tune in next month to get the next instalment and leave a comment when you review us if there’s any other specialists you’d lik...

The attitudes around plastic surgery have shifted massively over the last decade, but we still see plenty of patients who feel guilty about going under the knife. In this episode, Richard and Kim reveal the most common reasons people have guilt-based hesitations, how patient selection and education makes an impact, and how friends and family can help support; not judge. If you like this episode, leave us a review and let us know what topic you’d like us to cover next.

Today we’re busting myths about breast reductions. If you’re a long time listener you might be thinking, "hey haven’t you done this before", but the myths, they keep on a coming so I promise you’ll learn something new. It’s a shorter episode today so enjoy our little quick fire call and response. If you like this episode, rate and subscribe and as always, let us know what you'd like us to cover next!

To make sure we're all on the same page, today we’re defining the terms and concepts we use all the time on this podcast and other videos. If you’re a dedicated listener to the pod, don't worry this is still worth a listen – Richard and Kim go on a bunch of interesting tangents and digressions. We explain why we only use silicone implants, define medical terms like ptosis and grafts, and clarify why measurements don’t necessarily indicate impact when it comes to muscle separation. If you like th...

The cosmetic industry is rife with claims of miracle cures and devices that'll change your life. So today, I’ve brought in the experts to reveal what’s a gimmick and what’s a game changer. From laser liposuction, to deep plane face lifts and Ozempic, Kim and Richard reveal what's worth your time and what to avoid.

Today, Richard and Kim explain all the different ways we minimise risk in surgery, both as surgeons and patients. We run through the safest way to prepare for your operation and debunk common misconceptions that may actually increase your risk.

This week, we're chatting about what plastic surgery looks like at different stages of life. Richard and Kim reveal the main differences between our typical patient demographics—both in types of surgery and patient attitudes—and maybe more importantly, their similarities. We discuss the pros and cons of having surgery earlier vs later in life and there’s a great story about a very agile 80 year old that should probably be a lesson to us all.

Today, Kim and Richard chat about the psychology of postponing surgery. There are plenty of reasons patients delay surgery, from deep seated anxieties to unexpected pregnancies. We discuss the most common reasons and why sometimes, the surgeons need to postpone the operation on your behalf.

Today on the podcast, Richard joins me to explain how best to achieve facial harmony when going under the knife. We chat about why some facelifts look like a patient’s been caught in a wind tunnel, how combining facial procedures can lead to a smoother outcome, and why a conservative approach can be the best option in the long run.

This week, we're chatting about changes in nipple sensation after breast surgery. Kim and Richard explain why there can be a change in nipple sensation after breast surgery, if there's anything that , and why some people could maintain erotic sensation even with nipple numb to the touch. I learned things in this episode I’ve never even thought to question so I highly recommend giving the full episode a listen and let me know in the comments if you have similarly niche topics you’d like us to cov...

Today we’re talking about how 3D Imaging and virtual reality are shaping plastic surgery. If you’ve had a breast augmentation with us, then you probably already know about our swanky Vectra machine that uses a simulation to help patients test different implants before committing. The Vectra is great for other surgeries too, like breast lifts to correct asymmetry, mastopexy and augmentations, and rhinoplasties. Today, Richard and Kim explain how exactly 3D simulation works, what the limitations a...

If the term “holistic plastic surgery” immediately sets off alarm bells, that’s fair. Some practitioners use it as a way to describe what they do which is almost always *not* plastic surgery. But holistic medicine as a practice is about considering the patient as a whole and working with different practitioners as a team to solve the condition, not just ease the symptoms. So in this episode, Richard and Kim discuss which parts of holistic medicine are key to recovery and good results, and which...

We're back to our roots today, giving you a peek into the mysterious world of plastic surgery with anecdotes - think your favourite Reddit AMA thread. Richard and Kim reveal when they've been the most concerned in theatre, the funniest thing they’ve seen while operating, and Kim shares a story so graphic I still haven’t fully recovered. If you like these kind of episodes, leave some of your questions in the comments on YouTube and we’ll cover them next time.

We first met Jess after she lost 100 kilos and came to have her excess skin removed over multiple surgeries. What we didn’t know was Jess was in the midst of a decades long battle to be diagnosed with endometriosis. In today’s episode, Jess generously shares her endo journey: from doctors telling her to “just get pregnant” at 23, to no one taking her unbearable pain seriously until she lost weight, and the devastation of only finding out her first surgery was a failure after 2 rounds of heartbre...