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

In this inspiring episode of The Confidence Doc, host Dr. Vinaya Rednam sits down with content creator and patient Jenny Espino (@jennyloseswithzep) to discuss her 120-pound weight loss journey . Jenny opens up about her past experience with bariatric surgery, dealing with weight regain after a major back injury, and how starting a GLP-1 medication (Zepbound) finally helped turn off "food noise" and get her life back . She also shares her honest experience undergoing skin removal surgery with Dr. Rednam—from managing pre-op anxiety to navigating a surprisingly smooth recovery—and how reaching her goal weight has allowed her to embrace a new lifestyle, rediscover her fashion style, and be fully active for her family . Key Discussion Points / Show Notes: Jenny's 120-lb Weight Loss Journey: How documenting her very first Zepbound shot sparked a supportive online community . Overcoming Setbacks: Navigating weight regain after a 2006 bariatric surgery due to a 2020 back injury . Turning Off "Food Noise": How GLP-1 medication helped eliminate fast food addiction and provided a tool for sustainable control . Skin Removal & Recovery: Jenny's experience undergoing post-weight loss skin removal surgery, addressing fears versus the reality of recovery, and managing scars . Life on Maintenance: Transitioning to goal weight, finding personal style through shopping, and being an active mom . If you loved this episode, don't forget to hit that heart button, like, and subscribe to The Confidence Doc! Sharing this video or leaving a review helps us reach more people who need to hear these inspiring stories. Let us know your favorite takeaway in the comments below! 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Jennifer JJ Lee: Instagram: @jennyloseswithzep Tiktok: @jenny.espino213

Ever wondered if you could get soft tissue volume without an implant, liposuction, or synthetic fillers? In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Vinaya Rednam—board-certified female plastic surgeon specializing in body contouring after massive weight loss—sits down with Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Joubin Gabbay . Together, they take an honest deep dive into AlloClay, a game-changing cadaveric fat-derived matrix that is reshaping volumization and BBL recovery . Dr. Gabbay breaks down how AlloClay works, why it allows for faster recoveries without pressure restrictions, its application in post-cancer reconstructive surgery, and what patients need to know about cost vs. long-term longevity . They also discuss the current "refinement era" of plastic surgery, managing post-weight loss body transformations, and the business realities behind surgical pricing . Episode Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Innovation in Body Contouring & Soft Tissue Fillers 01:11 – From Architecture to Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery: Dr. Gabbay's Journey 06:45 – What is AlloClay? The Science of Cadaveric Fat Matrix 09:31 – AlloClay vs. Living Fat: Longevity, Push, and Volume 11:26 – Game-Changing Recovery: Sitting After BBLs & Post-Op Care 14:00 – Cost, Longevity, and Reconstructive Uses (Shark Bite Defect Case) 17:31 – The "Refinement Era": GLP-1 Weight Loss & Post-Bariatric Body Lift Demand 22:34 – The Truth About Plastic Surgery Pricing, Business Realities & Safety 30:40 – Connect with Dr. Joubin Gabbay   If you enjoyed this honest breakdown of new aesthetic technology and body contouring options, subscribe to The Confidence Doc on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave us a 5-star review! 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Jennifer JJ Lee: Instagram: @gabbayplasticsurgery Website: www.gabbayplasticsurgery.com

Looking to restore confidence after massive weight loss? In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Vinaya Rednam (Houston's go-to board-certified female plastic surgeon for body contouring and excess skin removal after post-bariatric surgery) is joined by Jennifer "JJ" Lee, founder and CEO of custom fashion startup ESQUE/BY . Together, they explore how body transformation through reconstructive surgery, post-weight-loss body lift options, and custom-tailored apparel restore personal dignity and presence . Jennifer shares her background in bioengineering and beauty tech (L'Oréal, LVMH), her mission supporting NYC's Garment District, and her "Ready to Be Tailored" concept designed to adapt clothing to your true shape; not the other way around. Chapters 00:00 – Post-Weight Loss Body Contouring & Engineering Custom Apparel 03:15 – Applying Bioengineering Logic to Pattern-Making 08:42 – Mastectomy Care & Tailoring Post-Bariatric and Post-Cancer Clothing 15:30 – Scaling United We Mask with Corporate Partners 22:10 – Saving NYC's Garment District & Artisan Tailors 29:55 – The "Ready to Be Tailored" Philosophy for Body Transformations 37:18 – Entrepreneurial Advice for Founders Taking the Leap Ready to transform your post-weight-loss journey? Subscribe for expert body contouring insights from Dr. Rednam and share this episode with someone on their body transformation path!   📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Jennifer JJ Lee: Instagram: @by.jjlee Website: www.esqueby.com  

What happens when you stop waiting for a massive master plan and just take one small step toward what you care about ? Welcome back to The Confidence Doc®;the premier plastic surgery podcast exploring confidence, transformation, and authentic leadership in medicine and beyond . Host Dr. Vinaya Rednam (also known as Dr. Rukmini Rednam), the go-to plastic surgeon for body contouring after massive weight loss, sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Liz Bohannon for an inspiring conversation on action, community, and building true relational wealth . From buying a one-way ticket to Uganda with no money and no plan to founding Sseko Designs and creating dignified jobs for thousands of women globally, Liz shares how dreaming small led to massive global impact . Together, they explore how overcoming overwhelm, prioritizing genuine human connection, and intentionally designing your community can transform your life and health . In this episode, they discuss: Buying a one-way ticket to Uganda and starting with the goal of making just one friend The birth of Sseko Designs and using sandal manufacturing to fund university educations Scaling a social enterprise globally to fight human trafficking, domestic abuse, and poverty Why passion is built in the arena rather than discovered on the sidelines The epidemic of loneliness and how to build "relational wealth" in modern life Removing fences: how Liz created a modern-day village with her closest friends ⏱ TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: What Does Confidence Really Look Like ? 01:05 – Buying a One-Way Ticket to Uganda with No Plan 02:05 – Overcoming Overwhelm by Giving Yourself Permission to "Dream Small" 04:27 – Why Uganda? Following a Lead Without Knowing the Ending 05:45 – Meeting Female Scholars & Identifying the 9-Month College Gap 08:07 – From Failed Chicken Farms to Selling Sandals Out of a Car 10:21 – Expanding Sseko Designs Globally to Support Thousands of Artisans 12:05 – Passing the Torch: Selling the Business to Ugandan Leadership 13:52 – The Giving Club & Making a Difference One Drop at a Time 16:07 – Building Passion in the Arena vs. Finding It on the Sidelines 18:23 – How Smartphone Culture & Over-Information Cause Loneliness 22:53 – Financial Wealth vs. Relational Poverty in Modern America 25:20 – Designing a Modern Village: Removing Fences & Living Near Friends 29:08 – The Stat: Why Seeing Friends Weekly Is Worth $150k a Year 33:30 – Where to Connect with Liz Bohannon & Previewing Relationally Rich 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Liz Bohannon: Instagram: @lizbohannon  

What happens when a doctor dares to break the traditional mold, challenge medical stereotypes, and bring their whole, authentic self to healthcare? Welcome back to The Confidence Doc®; the premier plastic surgery podcast exploring confidence, transformation, and authentic leadership in medicine. Host Dr. Vinaya Rednam, the go-to plastic surgeon for body contouring after massive weight loss, sits down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John Brosious for an inspiring conversation on complex reconstructive surgery, gender-affirming care, and non-conformity in healthcare. Together, they dive into real surgeon stories that highlight how empathy, technical excellence, and staying true to yourself drive true confidence transformation. In this episode, they discuss: Taking on high-intensity trauma cases and complex reconstructive surgeries straight out of residency Performing Nevada's first vaginoplasty and delivering compassionate, life-saving gender-affirming care How visible face tattoos and personal authenticity break down barriers and build patient trust Navigating professional stigma, insurance challenges, and institutional pushback Why modern healthcare must embrace individuality to prevent burnout and empower providers ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: The Confidence Doc Plastic Surgery Podcast 02:13 – Why Choose Plastic Surgery? General Reconstruction & Variety 04:06 – Trial by Fire: Level-1 Trauma Cases Fresh Out of Residency 05:45 – Reconstructing the Human Body: Principles and Anatomy 08:07 – Transitioning into Gender-Affirming Care & Top/Bottom Surgeries 09:19 – The First Patient: Realizing the Life-Saving Impact of Affirming Care 10:45 – Bringing Complex Genital Reconstructive Care to Nevada 12:12 – Bonding as Non-Conformists: Connecting Beyond Stereotypes 16:33 – Overcoming Stigma, Insurance Obstacles, & Professional Backlash 20:51 – Redefining Professionalism & Health and Wellness in Modern Medicine 24:39 – Managing Patient Expectations & Emotional Transformations 28:16 – "I Never Thought I'd Be Saving Lives": The True Gift of Reconstruction 29:11 – Expanding the Practice & Building a Legacy in Nevada 31:43 – Where to Connect with Dr. John Brosious 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Dr. John Brosious: Instagram: @docjohnblaze 🎧 Do you think modern healthcare needs to rethink what a "professional" looks like? Share this episode with a colleague or friend who believes in authentic care and standing up for patient communities!