Plastic Surgery

 
Dr. John Larson, a board-certified plastic surgeon and nationally recognized expert in Lipedema who practices in Newport Beach, CA joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels. Listen in as Dr. Larson sheds light on Lipedema, offering insight into how to recognize it, what treatment options look like, and how his unique approach helps patients reclaim their mobility, comfort, and quality of life.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. John Larson discuss the following:
What makes Lipedema fundamentally different from obesity or just “stubborn fat”, and why do so many women go years without a proper diagnosis?
What are the stages of Lipedema and how does that affect the surgical plan you build for them?
One of the factors that sets your approach apart is addressing both the diseased fat and the excess skin together. Why is that combination so critical to your results?
Your practice boasts a robust team of insurance specialists. Can you walk our listeners through what that process looks like, and how it affects patients seeking Lipedema treatment?
For a patient sitting across from you who has never heard of Lipedema before but suspect they may have the symptoms, what do you tell them, and where should they look to start their journey with you?
Dr. John Larson is a board-certified, nationally recognized plastic surgeon based in Newport Beach, CA at Larson Aesthetics and an expert in lipedema treatment. Listen to today’s episode as Dr. Larson walks us through everything you need to know about lipedema, a chronic, painful, and widely misunderstood fat disorder that affects women almost exclusively, causing disproportionate fat accumulation that simply doesn’t respond to diet or exercise.
From understanding the stages of lipedema, to Dr. Larson’s powerful multi-modal approach, and his team of insurance specialists, Dr. Larson breaks down the full journey from diagnosis to recovery. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, years into managing symptoms, or caring for someone you love, this episode is packed with the answers you’ve been searching for.
Schedule your private consultation or virtual consultations for out-of-town patients – by filling out our online form or by calling(949) 688-7733 today!
Website: https://johnlarsonmd.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: @johnlarsonmd YouTube: youtube.com/@johnlarsonmd 
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Dr. Caroline Szpalski a Board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. Dr. Szpalski discusses breast reduction, covering the fundamentals of the procedure, how she tailors surgical plans to each patient’s anatomy and goals, and the physical and emotional relief it can provide. Dr. Szpalski also shares her insights on ideal candidates, recovery, and results that restore both comfort and confidence.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Caroline Szpalski discuss the following:
How do you counsel patients on target Breast size, and what can be expected in terms of results?
How do you help patients understand the relationship between symptom relief and a breast size that feels natural and proportionate?
What are the most common misconceptions patients bring to their breast reduction consultation?
How does your less-is-more philosophy affect your results?
How do you help patients navigate insurance coverage?
Join board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Caroline Szpalski of Glen Ridge, NJ for an in-depth look at breast reduction – one of the most transformative procedures in plastic surgery today. Dr. Szpalski explains what reduction mammoplasty involves; how removing excess skin, fat, and glandular tissue can relieve chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain, eliminate skin irritation, and restore freedom of movement; and how it delivers a smaller, lifted, and beautifully proportioned result. She’ll discuss how she evaluates each patient’s anatomy and goals to design a customized surgical plan, how she identifies strong candidates, and how she helps patients navigate insurance approval. Dr. Szpalski has performed multiple breast reductions throughout her career because she has seen firsthand how life-changing this procedure can be. Learn more about breast reduction by scheduling your consultation with Dr. Szpalski by contacting us online or by calling (646) 777-0170 today.
Website: szpalskimd.com  Procedure Discussed Links: szpalskimd.com/breast/breast-reductionInstagram: @drszpalski 
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Dr. Jessica Lattman, a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon with over 26 years of experience, known for her surgical precision and compassionate care at her boutique Park Avenue practice in New York City again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. She specializes in cosmetic eyelid and facial procedures including upper and lower blepharoplasty, ptosis repair, endoscopic brow lift, and facial fat grafting, with a philosophy rooted in enhancing natural beauty with elegance and care.
In this episode, she breaks down what micro fat grafting is, how it differs from traditional fat grafting, and why it has become a powerful option for facial rejuvenation in the right hands.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Jessica Lattman discuss the following:
Can you explain what micro fat grafting is and how it differs from traditional fat grafting?
Who is an ideal candidate for micro fat grafting, and what areas of the face does it treat most effectively?
Can you walk us through what the procedure looks like from consultation through recovery?
How long do the results from micro fat grafting last, and is maintenance ever needed?
What advice would you give to someone considering micro fat grafting versus fillers for facial rejuvenation?
With over two decades dedicated to the delicate anatomy of the eye and face, Dr. Jessica Lattman brings a level of precision to micro fat grafting that few surgeons can match. Based at her boutique Park Avenue practice in New York City, she has built a reputation for natural, elegant results that leave patients looking refreshed rather than overdone. In this episode, she breaks down what micro fat grafting is, how it differs from traditional fat grafting, and why it has become a powerful option for facial rejuvenation in the right hands.
Dr. Lattman will walk us through who makes an ideal candidate, which areas of the face respond best to the procedure, and what the full experience looks like from consultation through recovery. She will also address how long results last and share her perspective on when micro fat grafting is a better choice than fillers for patients seeking a more natural, longer-lasting solution.
Website: drjessicalattman.com Procedure Discussed Links: drjessicalattman.com/cosmetic-procedures/facial-fat-grafting 
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjessicalattman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.JessicaLattman 
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Dr. Stephanie Teotia is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon known for her welcoming environment with her all-female team located in Flower Mound, Texas again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. She specializes in a number of plastic surgery procedures, including facelifts, neck lifts, and breast enhancements, including awake plastic surgery with local anesthesia.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Stephanie Teotia discuss the following:
For someone hearing about “red light therapy” for the first time, what exactly is it and how does it work?
What kinds of conditions can Celluma treat?
How do you incorporate your Celluma device into a patient's post-surgical recovery, and what role does it play in healing and reducing inflammation?
What does a typical Celluma treatment look like, and what should a patient expect during and after their session?
When it comes to results, how soon do patients start to notice a difference and what kind of improvement can they realistically expect?
Dr. Stephanie Teotia is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Flower Mound, TX. In this episode, she'll introduce Celluma LED Light Therapy. She will be breaking down exactly what it is, how it works beneath the skin, and why it has become a valuable addition to her practice.
Dr. Teotia will walk us through the wide range of conditions Celluma can treat, and how she incorporates it into post-surgical recovery to support healing. She'll also give listeners a clear picture of what to expect during a treatment session and help set realistic expectations around results and how quickly patients begin to notice a difference.
Website: https://drstephanieteotia.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBeidlerMDDallasPlasticSurgeryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniebeidlerteotiaTwitter: https://twitter.com/StephanieTeotiaYoutube: CLICK HERE
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Stephanie Teotia 2301 Olympia Dr, Suite 100, Flower Mound, TX 75028 Phone: (214) 823-9652
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Dr. Jeannie MacDonald, a Royal College Certified Plastic Surgeon and fellowship-trained craniofacial surgeon at MacDonald Plastic Surgery in New Westminster, BC again joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels. Dr. MacDonald is known for her artistic touch and specialized expertise in facial reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. She combines her extensive medical training with a genuine understanding of balance and proportion, helping patients throughout the Greater Vancouver area look and feel their most naturally beautiful.
In this episode, Dr. MacDonald will walk us through the full range of scar management options she offers, from micro-needling and IPL to scar revision surgery, and how she decides which approach is right for each patient. She will explain how she treats different scar types including hypertrophic scars, keloids, and contractures, and share what realistic improvements patients can expect when addressing an older scar from a previous surgery.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Jeannie MacDonald discuss the following:
Scarring is one of the biggest concerns patients have after surgery — can you walk us through how scars actually form, and why some people end up with more noticeable scars than others?
You developed the Scar Kit, which is based on silicone gel technology — can you tell us what it is, why silicone is considered the gold standard in scar care, and how you recommend patients use it after surgery?
Beyond the Scar Kit, what other treatments do you offer for scar management — things like micro-needling, IPL, or scar revision surgery — and how do you decide which approach is right for each patient?
There are so many different types of scars — hypertrophic scars, keloids, contractures — how do you approach each one differently, and are some types harder to treat than others?
For patients who are unhappy with an older scar from a previous surgery somewhere else, is it too late to do something about it, and what realistic improvements can they expect from scar revision or the Scar Kit?
A board-certified plastic surgeon with a deep understanding of how the body heals, Dr. Jeannie MacDonald has taken her expertise in scar management a step further by developing her own Scar Kit for patients navigating recovery after surgery. Based at MacDonald Plastic Surgery in New Westminster, BC, she brings both clinical precision and genuine care to one of the most common concerns patients face after any procedure. In this episode, she breaks down how scars actually form, why some patients end up with more noticeable results than others, and the science behind why silicone is considered the gold standard in scar care.
 
Website: https://macdonaldplasticsurgery.ca  Procedure discussed link: https://macdonaldplasticsurgery.ca/scar-revisionScar Kit: https://scarkit.ca  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macdonaldplasticsurgery
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Jeannie MacDonald 50 Keary St #203 New Westminster, BC CANADA V3L 5E7Phone: (604) 288-8517
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Dr. Marie Noland, a board-certified, double fellowship-trained plastic surgeon known for her empathetic approach and natural-looking results, located in Surrey, BC. again joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels. She specializes in a number of plastic surgery procedures, including breast augmentation, breast lift, abdominoplasty, and liposuction, with a philosophy rooted in helping patients feel more at home in their own body.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Marie Noland discuss the following:
Can you walk us through the consultation process for fat grafting to the buttocks and hips?
What types of patients tend to be the best candidates for fat grafting?
Can you explain how the fat is harvested and then transferred to the buttocks and hips?
How long do fat grafting results last, and will patients need a touch up down the road?
What advice would you give to someone considering fat grafting as a natural alternative to implants?
Dr. Marie Noland believes plastic surgery is not about changing who you are; it's about helping you feel more at home in your body. In this episode, she walks us through fat grafting to the buttocks and hips — covering who makes an ideal candidate, how fat is harvested and transferred, and what patients can expect from their results long term. She also shares her thoughts on why patients choose fat grafting over implants and the advice she gives to anyone considering this natural approach to body contouring.
Website: https://marienolandmd.comProcedure Discussed Link: https://marienolandmd.com/breast/breast-augmentation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarienoland 
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Marie Noland 22190 48 Ave Suite 100, Langley, BC V3A 3N5, CanadaPhone: 1-778-726-0707
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Dr. Kevin Bridge, a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Abilene, Texas joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels to have an honest conversation about facelifts.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Kevin Bridge discuss the following:
What defines your approach to helping someone look naturally refreshed without making it obvious they've had work done?
How do you know when someone is truly ready for surgery, and what goes into your decision to treat the face as a whole instead of just focusing on one area?
How do you make sure the result still looks like them while giving them the improvement they're hoping for?
What does your approach to patient safety and recovery look like from start to finish?
How do you set patients up for success both right after surgery and in the years that follow?
Dr. Kevin Bridge is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon practicing in Abilene, Texas. On tis episode we discuss how modern techniques have moved away from the pulled look of the past, what sets a natural result apart, and how he guides patients through the decision-making process from consultation to recovery. Whether you're considering surgery or simply curious about what's changed in the world of facial rejuvenation, this conversation offers a candid look behind the curtain.
Website: https://www.bridgeplasticsurgery.comSocial Media Links Instagram: instagram.com/bridge.plasticsurgery  Facebook: facebook.com/kevinbridgeplasticsurgeon 
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Dr. Jeannie MacDonald, a Royal College Certified Plastic Surgeon and fellowship-trained craniofacial surgeon at MacDonald Plastic Surgery in New Westminster, BC joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels. Dr. MacDonald is known for her artistic touch and specialized expertise in facial reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. She combines her extensive medical training with a genuine understanding of balance and proportion, helping patients throughout the Greater Vancouver area look and feel their most naturally beautiful.
In this episode, she breaks down the key differences between Botox and dermal fillers, shares why she made the decision to stop performing filler treatments, and explains how fat grafting has become her preferred approach to facial rejuvenation.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Jeannie MacDonald discuss the following:
Can you explain the key differences between Botox and dermal fillers, and how each one works?
You've actually moved away from using fillers in your practice in favor of fat grafting — can you tell us why, and what patients should know about that shift?
How do you determine whether a patient needs Botox, fat grafting, or a combination of both?
Which areas of the face are best treated with Botox versus fat grafting, and how do results and longevity compare?
What advice would you give to someone considering treatment for the first time — and how do you guide them toward the right option for their needs?
With over a decade of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Jeannie MacDonald brings a rare combination of surgical precision and artistic instinct to every procedure. As a Royal College certified plastic surgeon and the only female fellowship-trained craniofacial surgeon in the Fraser Valley, she has built her New Westminster practice on a philosophy of honesty, natural results, and individualized care.
Website: https://macdonaldplasticsurgery.ca  Procedure discussed link: macdonaldplasticsurgery.ca/skin-laser-clinic/neuromodulators Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macdonaldplasticsurgery
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Jeannie MacDonald 50 Keary St #203 New Westminster, BC CANADA V3L 5E7Phone: (604) 288-8517
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Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Agata Brys of Morristown, NJ  again joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Plastic Surgery Information Channels. She discusses blepharoplasty or cosmetic eyelid surgery & explain the fundamentals of the procedure, how she tailors surgical plans for each patient’s unique anatomy and goals, and the transformative impact it can have on appearance and confidence. 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Agata Brys discuss the following:
How do you define an ideal blepharoplasty candidate from one who may be better served by a non-surgical approach?
How do you assess the relationship between brow position and upper eyelid hooding?
From your experience, what are the most common misconceptions patients bring to their blepharoplasty consultation?
Beyond the technical execution of surgery, how do you approach the aesthetic decision-making process to ensure blepharoplasty results look natural, balanced, and consistent?
How do you navigate the conversation with patients who present with both functional concerns – such as obstructed vision – and cosmetic goals, particularly when insurance coverage may apply to one component but not the other?
Join double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Agata Brys of Morristown and Parsippany, NJ for an in-depth look at blepharoplasty – one of the most transformative and sought-after facial rejuvenation procedures available today. Listen in as Dr. Brys will explain what eyelid surgery actually involves, walking through upper and lower blepharoplasty, distinct concerns, and how she approaches the procedure with surgical precision and an artistic sensibility to deliver a naturally refreshed result.
Website: https://drbrys.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrBrysInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragatabrys Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrAgataBrys
CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Agata Brys 900 Lanidex Plaza, Suite 300 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Phone: (973) 394-1815
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Listen in as Dr. Anureet Bajaj, a nationally recognized and board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, OK again joins eHealth Radio in association with the Plastic Surgery Channel. She will explain the new Motiva Preservé breast augmentation technique, offering insight into choosing between new and traditional techniques, realistic recovery expectations, and understanding how Preservé can deliver natural results.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Anureet Bajaj discuss the following:
What is the difference between the Motiva Preservé compared to traditional breast augmentation?
How different is the Preservé recovery experience?
The Preservé technique is designed to work with Motiva Ergonomix implants. Does that pairing matter for achieving a natural long-term result?
Do you believe Motiva Preservé helps preserve ligaments and support structures when compared to traditional techniques?
How do you determine who is and isn’t an ideal candidate for Motiva Preservé?
Dr. Anureet Bajaj is a board-certified, nationally recognized plastic surgeon based in Oklahoma City at Bajaj Plastic Surgery. Listen to today's episode as Dr. Bajaj walks us through the groundbreaking Motiva Preservé breast augmentation technique – designed as a less invasive approach that preserves natural breast tissue made to work with matching breast implant technology for a faster recovery and beautifully natural results. Explore the Motiva Preservé experience and process as Dr. Bajaj breaks down everything you need to know before booking your consultation. Schedule yours in Oklahoma City today!
Website: https://www.bajajplasticsurgery.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bajajplasticsurgery  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bajajplasticsurgeryDrAnuFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BajajPlasticSurgery 
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