In The BEST of HANDS

Are your breast implants making you sick? Or are you just done with them? In this episode of In the BEST of HANDS: The Plastic Surgery Podcast, Board-Certified Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Jason Rosenberg and his co-host Meredith Reis tackle the growing trend of explant surgery. Dr. Rosenberg explains why so many of his patients are looking to have their breast implants removed. Some are simply "over" their implants after several decades. But there’s another growing group who suspect their implants may be connected to a constellation of symptoms including fatigue, like hair loss, low libido, rashes, GI issues and more. It's what is commonly known as Breast Implant Illness. The two dig into how Dr. Rosenberg approaches patients who feel dismissed by their doctors, the evolution of his "Silhouette Reset" procedure that combines implant removal with a breast lift, fat grafting, and a tummy tuck plus the keys to recovering successfully from surgery and the best practices for minimizing scarring. In this episode, we'll cover:•      Why so many patients come to Dr. Rosenberg wanting implants out, not in•      The myth that implants "need" to be changed every 10 years vs. what kind of maintenance you should expect to undertake•      The two types of patients seeking explant surgery: those who are "sick and tired" of their implants, and those who think their implants are making them sick•      Breast Implant Illness: why it’s being taken very seriously, despite there being test or official diagnosis for it•      The FDA's black box warning on breast implants, and what it does and doesn't tell you•      Dr. Rosenberg's "Symptom Scorecard," and what years of patient data are showing•      Capsules explained: the scar tissue that forms around every implant, the four-grade scale for capsule severity•      Why some patients specifically request their capsule be removed along with the implant, and what Dr. Rosenberg tells them•      What microsurgery is, and why explant patients often seek out surgeons trained in it•      Insurance and explant surgery: why it's rarely covered for breast implant illness, and rare exception in which it might be•      The "Silhouette Reset": how implant removal, a breast lift, fat grafting, and a tummy tuck evolved into one combined procedure•      What recovery really looks like: drains, soreness, and realistic timelines for getting back to work and back to the gym•      Diastasis recti, extra skin, and why tummy tucks have become common after alongside explants as well as after major weight loss (including GLP-1-related loss)•      Scarring 101: what determines scar quality, and the products and treatments that can help🎧 Thanks for checking out In the BEST of HANDS: The Plastic Surgery Podcast! New episodes drop twice a month, on Wednesdays.✅ Please subscribe/follow the podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen. That way, you'll never miss an episode.✅ Rate & Review — We want to hear from you! And your input helps more listeners find us.✨ Follow Dr. Jason Rosenberg & Rosenberg Plastic Surgery across platforms for a behind-the-scenes look at his practice and more patient education: https://rosenbergplasticsurgery.com/

How do you find a plastic surgeon who is right for you? In the premiere episode of In the BEST of HANDS: The Plastic Surgery Podcast, Dr. Jason Rosenberg and his co-host Meredith Reis dig into how best to evaluate physicians in order to find the best match for your circumstance.. Whether it's for an elective cosmetic procedure or reconstruction after mastectomy, they’'ll cover the questions and concerns you should be on the lookout for as you research and meet with doctors.It's more than just finding someone with the right experience: it's about finding a doctor you also click with and can trust. Plus, the pair kicks off a new recurring segment, Aesthetic Etiquette. Their first topic: is it ever okay to ask someone if they've had work done?In this episode, we'll cover:What board certification in plastic surgery actually involves, and why it's the safest optionThe exception to the rule: the type of cosmetic surgery Dr. Rosenberg has seen done well outside of board certificationThe types of surgeons Dr. Rosenberg says folks should avoid"Before & After" photos: what you should be evaluating and what they *can't* show youWhat looking at a doctor's medical license can tell youThe one thing Dr. Rosenberg gives all of his patients, and your doctor should tooMedical tourism: instead of traveling abroad, why it may save you money to simply travel to another stateWill your surgery be done in a hospital or a surgical center: what you need to knowWhy a good bedside manner mattersLawsuits and surgeons: what's a real red flag, and the role insurance companies play in what cases gets settled versus what goes to trialThe deeply personal meaning behind the podcast name "In the BEST of HANDS"✨ Follow Dr. Jason Rosenberg & Rosenberg Plastic Surgery across platforms for a behind-the-scenes look at his practice and more patient education:📸 Follow, Comment & DM Dr. Rosenberg at Rosenberg Plastic Surgery on Instagram📸 Follow Rosenberg Plastic Surgery on Facebook💻 Check out Rosenberg Plastic Surgery🎧 Thanks for checking out In the BEST of HANDS: The Plastic Surgery Podcast! New episodes drop twice a month, on Wednesdays.✅ Please subscribe/follow the podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen. That way, you'll never miss an episode.✅ Rate & Review — We want to hear from you! And your input helps more listeners find us.

What if you had a great friend who was also a nationally recognized, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon? Well, now you do.   Meet Dr. Jason J. Rosenberg. On IN THE BEST OF HANDS: THE PLASTIC SURGERY PODCAST, he’s joined by his pal and executive producer, Emmy and Gracie Award-winning journalist Meredith Reis.Together, they'll get into the topics around plastic and cosmetic surgery we’re all curious about: from how to choose a surgeon to what to expect before and after surgery - as well as and how to spot red flags. Every episode feels like you're at the table with a friend who happens to have years of training in plastic and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Rosenberg is warm, engaging and committed to sharing what he knows with his patients and listeners.  Also on the podcast, you’ll hear personal stories from people who've had breast reconstruction, facelifts, breast explant surgery, and more. Plus, Dr. Rosenberg will lead conversations with top surgeons diving deep into their respective specialties.