The Confidence Doc Plastic Surgery Podcast with Dr. Rukmini (Vinaya) Rednam

Today's season finale is extra special — because for the first time ever, we're turning the camera around on the woman who makes  The Confidence Doc  possible. Meet  Mavi Rodríguez  — podcast producer, storyteller, former aesthetic coordinator, medical assistant, mom, and the multi-talented force behind this show. With  18 years in the aesthetic and plastic surgery world , Mavi opens up about how...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Rednam sits down with Tonya, a women's wellness advocate who has dedicated her work to supporting patients through the emotional and physical challenges that follow plastic surgery. Tonya opens up about the real conversations women aren't having enough — how to navigate recovery, how to advocate for yourself, and how to rebuild confidence during one of the most vulner...

In this inspiring episode of The Confidence Doc , host Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam welcomes Dr. Anne Alaniz — a surgeon, humanitarian, and change-maker whose journey began in a small village in Malawi and has led to major global impact. Dr. Alaniz shares her remarkable story of overcoming adversity, founding the nonprofit Pothawira International, navigating a career in gynecologic oncology at Housto...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rednam sits down with Dr. Streitmann , a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon known for his compassionate approach to post-trauma and post-cancer reconstruction. Together, they dive deep into the emotional and physical recovery process , the artistry behind reconstructive surgery, and the way confidence is restored through healing — not jus...

In this special solo episode, Dr. Rukmini Rednam reflects on the incredible journey that The Confidence Doc podcast has taken so far — and opens up about the new direction for the show. From redefining what confidence truly means to exploring the intersection of medicine, mindset, and human experience , Dr. Rednam shares her vision for the next chapter: deeper conversations, raw honesty, and a ren...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with Chris Neal , CEO of MD Hyperbaric , to uncover the real science behind hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) — one of medicine's oldest yet most misunderstood treatments. They discuss how HBOT works, what conditions it helps treat, and why it's becoming a powerful tool for surgical recovery, wound healing, and inflammation contro...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , host Dr. Mavis Rednam , board-certified plastic surgeon in Houston, sits down with Dr. Manuel Chacón , a visionary in modern breast surgery and aesthetic innovation. Dr. Chacón, based in Costa Rica, shares his advanced approach to breast surgery using 3D design, body proportion analysis, and cutting-edge implant technology to create natural, personalized res...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , host Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Natalie Crawford to demystify fertility in the modern age. Dr. Crawford — a double board-certified fertility specialist, co-founder of Fora Fertility, host of the As a Woman podcast, and author of The Fertility Formula — explains what being a fertility doctor really means, how lifestyle...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with Dr. Andrew Elkwood, a double board-certified plastic surgeon and one of the nation's leading experts in nerve reconstruction surgery . Practicing in Red Bank, New Jersey, Dr. Elkwood has dedicated his career to restoring function and relieving chronic pain for patients with some of the most complex nerve injuries—especially...

In this first episode of Season 7 of The Confidence Doc, Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with Dr. Danielle DeLuca-Pytell, a board-certified plastic surgeon and practice owner, to talk about the realities of running a modern plastic surgery practice and the lessons learned along the way. Dr. DeLuca-Pytell shares her journey into private practice, what it takes to balance patien...

In this inspiring episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rednam sits down with Dr. Millicent Rovelo , a double board-certified plastic surgeon, to talk about the real impact of plastic surgery on confidence, identity, and representation. Dr. Rovelo shares her unique journey into medicine, the challenges she faced as a woman of color in the surgical field, and why diversity and mentorship are so criti...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc, host Dr. Rukmini Rednam welcomes Dr. Elizabeth Malphrus, a plastic surgery resident, for a candid conversation about the journey to becoming a plastic surgeon. Dr. Malphrus shares what drew her to plastic surgery, the lessons she's learned in residency, and the unique challenges that come with balancing the technical demands of the operating room with the dee...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with Dr. Anne Peled—world-renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon, breast surgical oncologist, and breast cancer survivor—whose groundbreaking work is changing the future of breast reconstruction. One of the very few U.S. surgeons fully trained in both oncologic and reconstructive breast surgery, Dr. Peled brings a uniquely c...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with Juan Jose Chacón and Roberto de Mezerville of Establishment Labs—the innovative minds behind Motiva Implants. With over 2 million women worldwide having already received Motiva implants, the conversation dives into what sets them apart, why they're only now FDA-approved in the U.S., and the cutting-edge technology that's red...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc Podcast , Dr. Rednam sits down with renowned San Francisco plastic surgeon Dr. Karen Horton to explore the evolving world of modern plastic surgery. From breast and body contouring to awake labiaplasties and the rise of patient transparency, Dr. Horton shares powerful insights from her 20-year journey in private practice. They discuss how natural results and o...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc Podcast , Dr. Rednam sits down with Beverly Hills facial plastic surgeon Dr. Patrick Davis to unpack the latest trends shaping the future of aesthetic medicine. From the rise of younger patients seeking facelifts to the controversial topic of "Ozempic face," they explore how artistry, advanced techniques, and regenerative science are transforming plastic surge...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , board-certified Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Rednam welcomes Dr. Ahmed Nasser, a New Jersey-based board-certified plastic surgeon known for his unique reconstructive focus — especially in migraine surgery and nerve decompression . Dr. Nasir shares how a life-changing encounter during residency led him down the path of treating chronic headaches surgic...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with licensed mental health counselor Iliana Torres, founder of IBT Counseling in Florida. Iliana specializes in helping bariatric surgery patients navigate the emotional and psychological challenges before and after surgery. As both a therapist and a bariatric patient herself, Iliana brings a unique persp...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , board-certified Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with Dr. Alicia Billington, a reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgeon based in Florida, to discuss the powerful intersection of surgery, advocacy, and health policy. Dr. Billington shares her journey from engineering to medicine, her collaboration with biomedical students to develop an...

In the Season 6 premiere of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rukmini Rednam welcomes Dr. Benjamin Caughlin, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon known as "Dr. C" and the go-to jawline expert behind Many Faces of Chicago . With a sharp focus on aesthetic precision, Dr. C shares how he built a thriving, hyper-specialized practice by doing over 350 jawlines a year—and why he believes being ultra-specific...

In the Season 5 finale of The Confidence Doc, Houston-based board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Eric Smith, a board-certified general, bariatric, and robotic surgeon, to explore the world of weight loss surgery. Dr. Smith shares how his surgical journey began, from performing open bariatric procedures to mastering laparoscopic techniques, and why he founded...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Kristy Hamilton, a Houston-based board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Dr. Hamilton shares her journey into plastic surgery, beginning with a childhood injury that introduced her to the field. She explains the concept of preservation breast augmentation, a technique gaining popularity in the U.S., and...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Whitney Ray Di Bona, a former personal injury lawyer turned holistic health coach. Whitney shares her experience representing clients affected by mesothelioma from cosmetic products and botched plastic surgery, highlighting the risks of choosing unlicensed providers or underqualified med spas. They discuss the key dif...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Kyle Hoedebecke, a Certified Physician Executive with over 20 years of experience in clinical medicine, innovation, and leadership. Dr. Hoedebecke explains what it means to be a Certified Physician Executive, the education and experience needed, and how physicians can follow unique paths in...

In this episode of The Confidence Doc , Houston board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Algie LaBrasca, board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of LaBrasca Plastic Surgery. Dr. LaBrasca shares how his grandmother inspired his path into medicine and what ultimately led him to open his own practice. He reflects on his favorite procedures and how the pandemic...