My Surgeon Says...

We hear plenty of assumptions, rumours and myths around surgery at Re. so we’ve gathered the best of the best surgeons to debunk some common misconceptions.

From the crucial double espresso at 5am, to how exactly he breaks up the super long surgeries and even the most common question he gets asked, if you’ve ever wondered what’s going on while you’re under general, you’re about to find out…

This week, we're joined by Jessie Carr, a young woman who thought she was going for quick lunch time procedure but ended up battling months of bulging horns and a swollen forehead to envy Megamind's. Dr Richard Bloom also gives us a breakdown of what exactly threads are and if they're worth the pain.

From reconstructive surgery dating all the way back to Ancient Egypt to deep plane facelifts in 1916 (terrifying), plastic surgery has a fascinating and gory past. Today, Richard and Kim talk about the progress of the speciality as well as how much the techniques have (luckily!!) changed even in our lifetimes.

This week we’re talking how to get into exercise post-op with Personal Trainer + Fitness Guru, Penny from FIT Toorak. Exercising for the first time post-surgery is scary--we get it--but as Penny reveals, movement is medicine and often, it’s that post-op iron pump that will gives you the best results.

Today, we’re unpacking your frequently asked questions to help demystify the whole palava of surgery. From what happens if you gain weight post-op to why you need drains after surgery and even which dietary supplements not to take before going under the knife, we’re going back to basics and leaving no stone unturned.

A candid explanation of KT and RB's time training for surgery on the podcast. It'll make you laugh, cringe and gasp, but it's a fascinating insight to the world of registrars and surgical interns.

From leg lengthening in India to silicone nose inserts in Korea, Richard and Kim break down how these controversial surgeries actually work and if they’re worth the risk. We’re also going to chat about how these surgeries reflect Eurocentric beauty ideals and how Zoom may be leading to more facial surgery.

So many of our patients come to see us about her stretch marks so this week, Re. Medispa’s Dermal Clinician Sofia unpacks exactly what they are and how to prevent and treat them (if you want to!)

This week, Re. Medispa’s Dermal Clinician Sofia gives us the lowdown on rosacea. She reveals how to tell if you have rosacea or if you’re just a bit of a flusher, as well as all the different sub types - apparently you can even get rosacea in your eyes???? And most importantly, she’ll give you tips and tricks on how to manage flare ups and treat your skin.

A lot of people see liposuction as a quick fix or the easy way out; a cheat’s weight loss scheme. This week, Richard and Kim join me to give the facts on lipo, like how, for one, it’s not for weight loss at all and you should be wary of anyone marketing it that way. We’re going to talk about the stigma, how lipo actually works and what happens if you gain weight after the procedure.

This week, Kim and Richard join me to chat about breast reconstructions. Breast cancer is actually the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia and approximately 40% of women diagnosed with breast cancer have a mastectomy. Recently, there’s been some blowback from patients who complained they weren’t given the option to opt for a reconstruction at vital stages in their recovery journey so we ch...

There's currently a terrifying reality where doctors unqualified to be performing plastic surgery are slicing and dicing patients in back rooms with some pretty shocking results. In this week’s episode, Kim and Richard will point out some red flags to watch out for, as well as sharing some of their own patients’ experiences. We also explain how exactly these doctors are still operating and why the...

There's a whole heap of issues with Brazilian Butt Lifts and the fact it's the most deadly cosmetic procedure in the world is only one of them! Listen today and find out why a BBL is maybe one procedure to sit out...

We're sure most of you have had some kind of reaction to constant mask wearing; maybe acne breakouts, redness, just general greasiness. Well, maskne is the blanket term skin gurus are giving for all of it, from perioral dermatitis to pustules. Dermal clinician Sofia is jumping in today to chat about why it happens, how to fix it and how to prevent maskne happening in the future.

More and more men are getting plastic surgery and cosmetic touch ups but it still seems to be shrouded in secrecy and stigma. This week, we chat to Kim and Richard about the male patients that come into Re. and a couple of male patients who've had surgery and what it's been like for them to be open and honest about their experiences.

We know that "oh no what have I done???" feeling immediately post-op all too well dear listeners so this week, we're arming you with coping strategies and how to ensure your expectations are reasonable for major surgery.

Want to know what makes the surgeons tick? This week, we're talking alternative career paths, phobias and pre-surgery routines.

A question as old as time! The regulars here know how passionate we are about diastasis recti awareness so this week we're giving you pointers on how to tell the difference between muscle separation and a hernia.

Fat freezing (or cryolipolysis) sounds too good to be true, but is it? This week, Richard and Kim explain if it actually works, what to be wary of and who would be an ideal candidate for the procedure.

This week we're unpacking topics like body dysmorphia, if having plastic surgery makes you anti-feminist and whether mums having surgery affects their children.

If you have implants or you're thinking about it, you've definitely come across discussions about Breast Implant Illness, but what exactly is it and why is there so much controversy around it?

This week, we're answering all your arm lift questions. Can you tighten skin with exercise alone? What is an extended brachioplasty? And why is there such a significant gender divide?

Former Re. patient, Tina, suffered the debilitating reality of postpartum muscle separation for four years before her abdominoplasty. As an otherwise healthy, fit 38-year-old, this mum of two couldn't hold her children, struggled to drive and even needed her partner's help to get dressed.

This week, we delve into the alluring world of medical tourism. What are the risks? Why do people do it? And, of course, some first-hand horror stories from the two surgeons.