My Surgeon Says...

If you’ve been thinking about plastic surgery, chances are you've had a million questions running through your mind that have nothing to do with the procedure itself. What if I hate my result? Will my scars disappear? Can I ruin my surgery by doing too much during recovery? What happens if I gain weight afterwards? Is it possible to become "addicted" to plastic surgery? In this episode of My Surge...

Scars are one of the biggest concerns patients have after surgery, but most people still don’t understand how scar healing actually works. In this episode of My Surgeon Says, we sit down with Helen from Nokori to break down the science of scar healing, silicone scar tape, scar massage, hypertrophic vs keloid scars, and the biggest mistakes patients make during recovery. We also discuss: When to st...

Is combination surgery actually safer, cheaper, or easier to recover from? In this episode of My Surgeon Says, specialist plastic surgeons discuss the reality of combining procedures, including which surgeries work well together, which combinations they avoid completely, and why some patients are better suited to staged procedures instead. We also break down: Whether combo surgery really saves mon...

If you’ve already done your research and want a more nuanced understanding of facelift surgery, recovery, and realistic expectations, this episode is for you. In this episode of My Surgeon Says, Plastic Surgeon Dr Richard Bloom goes beyond the basics and breaks down the less obvious factors that influence facelift outcomes—from the most overhyped trends in facial rejuvenation, to the areas of the...

Before they come to see us, so many of our patients undergo huge transformations, losing massive amounts of weight. It’s common for us to see people who have lost 50, 60, or even 100kgs every single week. But what happens after you lose the weight? Today, we’re chatting about what to expect once you’re on the other side of a massive weight loss journey. The surgeons reveal whether the method of we...

Welcome back to a brand new season of My Surgeon Says... woo! Every year, we hear about a “revolutionary” cosmetic procedure that promises faster recovery, smaller scars, or results you never thought possible. But how many of these breakthroughs are actually real and how many are just clever marketing? In this episode of My Surgeon Says…, specialist plastic surgeons Richard Bloom and Kim Taylor un...

Today we're talking all things money. We explain which costs are actually included in our quotes, common cost cutting tactics that cheaper providers may use and why a high price point doesn't necessarily mean you're getting a surgeon with more training and experience. If you’re listening to this on Spotify, you can also watch this episode. Just tap 'switch to video'. Craving more? Here are the lin...

Today we’re chatting myths and misconceptions when it comes to facelifts. Can you get a facelift too early or too late? How obvious should a facelift look? And why is the stigma around facelifts not keeping up with other cosmetic surgery procedures? We’re answering it all and more! If you’re listening to this on Spotify, you can also watch this episode. Just tap 'switch to video'. Craving more? He...

Today we're talking about reconstructive vs cosmetic plastic surgery. When I thought about this topic, I didn't really think we'd spend so much time on reconstructive surgery, but I am so happy we did. Richard and Kim explain some wild operations that surgeons are performing to either repair or rebuild parts of the body that have been damaged by illnesses like cancer, congenital disease, or throug...

Today, we've got facelift guru Dr Richard Bloom on the pod to delve into the mysterious world of facelifts. We chat about the current obsession with the deep plane technique, what recovery is *actually* like after surgery, and whether the results last forever. If there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you are desperate to hear from, then send us a DM or a voice memo over at our new Inst...

Welcome to My Surgeon Says! We’ve had a bit of a facelift so if this has popped up in your podcast feed and you have no idea what’s happening, the podcast formerly known as Keeping It Re.al has rebranded with a new name, look, and slightly different format. We will of course be keeping to our plastic surgery roots and explaining everything from what to expect as a cosmetics patient to niche surger...

This week on the podcast, Richard and Kim are running us through the most common mistakes that patients make and how to avoid them. They also tell us about the most important things they learned during their early doctor days and explain the difference between a complication and an actual surgical blunder. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please leave us a five star review wherever you are li...

Today we're talking twins and more specifically, the impact on the women who birth them. Did you know that the average woman's uterus grows to 500 times its usual size in pregnancy, and that's just single births! Today, Kim and Richard discuss why even though global rates of birth are going down, multiple births are actually increasing. We also cover if it's more likely that you'll need an adomino...

Today we're joined by Plastic Surgery Superstar, Dr. Kourosh Tavakoli. Kourosh is based in Sydney and has over 20 years experience in breast and body contouring surgeries. In this episode, Richard and Kourosh revealed just how much disdain other surgeons had for cosmetic surgery 20 years ago. They'd have backs turned on them at conferences and get told they were selfish for taking a medical placem...

We often have patients coming in complaining about back fat, and quite a lot of the time it's actually not back fat at all, but an excess of loose skin that has become uncomfortable and cumbersome under their clothes. Today, Richard and Kim chat about the best surgeries to address problems on the back. If liposuction alone can be a good solution, and whether CoolSculpting is just a waste of money...

Today, we’re answering the age old question – what’s the difference between a lower body lift and an abdominoplasty, aka a tummy tuck? Richard and Kim explain what’s involved in each operation, who the ideal candidates are, and what recovery is like for both. This topic is a listener request, proof that if you ask, we will answer! So go on, send us your questions on Instagram and rate us 5 stars w...

The concept of being covered by Medicare for plastic surgery is undeniably confusing. To help, we've recorded a two part series explaining what an item number is, why they exist, and we go through operation by operation to break down who qualifies for the surgeries we perform at RE. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, definitely go there first to get an understanding of how item number...

The concept of being covered by Medicare for plastic surgery is undeniably confusing. To help, we've recorded a two part series explaining what an item number is, why they exist, and we go through operation by operation to break down who qualifies for the surgeries we perform at Re. In this episode, we cover how both the MBS and private health insurance work, what it means to have a purely cosmeti...

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 fo...

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.