The evolution of the butt [video]
It’s amazing to see how the ideal of what the butt and a woman’s shape “should” be, has evolved over time. How did we arrive at this current state of butt-obsession! Of course it’s a double standard and an objectification of women. But it’s also a pattern that has been around for years. So how […]
Dr.Kaplan speaking at AACS in Vegas this weekend!
This weekend, Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, Founder/CEO of BuildMyBod Health is lecturing on social media and social media influencers at the AACS in Vegas! BuildMyBod Health: A primer For those of you not familiar, BuildMyBod Health allows consumers to check pricing on healthcare services that are typically paid out of pocket. They are paid out […]
The Bae View: Cosmetic Surgery and Social Media [video]
In this episode of the Bae View, we discuss the marriage of cosmetic surgery and social media. It’s becoming the norm. And why? The video below will explain. But basically, procedural education is better with video. Cosmetic Surgery and social media Many plastic surgeons and doctors performing procedures in their own office or surgery […]
Dr. Kaplan speaking at Miami Cosmetic Surgery
Miami Cosmetic Surgery and the leading event group Informa Markets are very proud to announce the launch of the Miami Cosmetic Surgery show. Coming to the Miami Beach Convention Center Feb. 20-22, 2020, under the Scientific Direction of Dr. Steven Dayan. And Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, founder/CEO of BuildMyBod Health will be speaking on the topic […]
Jessica Simpson’s plastic surgery memoir [video]
We’ve all been hearing a lot about Jessica Simpson’s memoir but now there are some juicy details regarding Jessica Simpson’s plastic surgery! She discusses having two tummy tucks back to back and some complications. We’ll try and break down her experience. Totally unsubstantiated of course! Jessica Simpson’s plastic surgery Based on excerpts we have […]
2020 BuildMyBod Health Annual Pricing Report [infographic]
BuildMyBod Health is President Trump’s answer to the issue of price transparency in healthcare! With an Executive Order and a proposal to bring price transparency to the healthcare arena, this issue is front and center. The BuildMyBod Health platform allows consumers and employees of self-funded plans to determine their healthcare costs ahead of time […]
Did J Lo get plastic surgery? I say no! [video]
This year’s Super Bowl was disappointing for many reasons. Being from Louisiana, it was disappointing the Saints weren’t in the big game. With San Francisco as my adopted home, it was also disappointing that the 49er’s lost. But what wasn’t disappointing? The appearance of J Lo and Shakira! These women are defying age. And the […]
5 myths about aesthetic medicine
As a plastic surgeon, I’ve heard many myths about aesthetic medicine. It doesn’t matter how often they’re repeated, it still doesn’t make them true. But consumers and potential patients certainly think they’re true after hearing them so many times. So here is the truth! 5 myths about aesthetic medicine 1. Liposuction – Myth: […]
Postop recovery on a budget [video]
You just had an expensive cosmetic procedure and now you’re ready for the aftermath, the postop recovery. There are two options here: buy everything and do everything the internet tells you or, watch the video below. There are good reasons to follow certain instructions for postop recovery but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. […]
World Association of Gluteal Surgeons (WAGS) Annual Meeting
It’s here! The first annual World Association of Gluteal Surgeons’ annual meeting. WAGS, as it’s known, is a new organization of surgeons from around the world that promote safe techniques for the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). In addition to educating surgeons on the safest technique for this procedure, the organization also seeks to educate consumers […]
Customer service is better in cash-pay practices
One of my patients came in the other day to receive Botox/Xeomin for her forehead wrinkles right after her ObGyn appointment in the same building. She related a story to me of how terrible the customer service was at the front desk of the Ob’s office and how it’s so much better in our office. […]
Breast lift or implants or both [video]
Do you have droopy breasts? Do you need a breast lift or implants? Maybe both? Keep reading to understand your options. And keep in mind, you don’t have to have implants…but you may want them! Breast lift or implants? When a patient has droop to their breasts, they know it because the nipple has […]
