Interview with Dartmouth Lifestyle magazine

Interview with Dartmouth Lifestyle magazine

August 9, 2013

Consultant Mr David Oliver talks to Dartmouth Lifestyle and discusses the options available for cosmetic surgery and how he likes to spend his spare time… I was appointed as Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital and Torbay Hospital nearly 10 years ago. I have been practising in reconstructive breast surgery, including micro-surgical breast reconstruction in my NHS practice and have also been working in the independent sector, both in Exeter and Mount Stuart Hospital in Torquay; this has included all areas of cosmetic surgery, comprising facial, breast and body contouring surgery. I am the Chairman of the Specialist Training Committee for overseeing the training of Plastic Surgeons in
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Cosmetic Surgery Checklist

Cosmetic Surgery Checklist

May 29, 2013

There has been much recent media coverage relating to the cosmetic surgery industry. This has highlighted the need to ensure that you make an informed decision as to who performs your surgery, where it takes place and that it is the right decision for you. The reassurance of a quality service can not be understated, and you should not be rushed into making a decision with any sales tactics or incentives to commit within a certain timescale, and should ensure that you meet and have a full and thorough consultation with the surgeon who will be performing your surgery. To help
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Mr Oliver attends BAPRAS Cosmetic Breast Surgery advanced training

Mr Oliver attends BAPRAS Cosmetic Breast Surgery advanced training

April 25, 2013

Mr Oliver attended the British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAPRAS) course on cosmetic breast surgery on the 15th & 16th April 2013. Key note speakers included Dr Hall-Findlay from Canada, and Professor Hamdi from Brussels who are both specialists in breast reduction and have international reputations in this field.  Different options for breast reduction were discussed. Dr De Bruijin from the Netherlands showed his results for mastopexy using an internal supporting mesh with excellent long term results using his technique. Breast Augmentation talks focused on the latest 5th generation style of breast implants and micro-polyurethane coated foam
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BAAPS Annual Meeting

BAAPS Annual Meeting

November 1, 2012

Mr Oliver attends the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons meeting in London – September 2012 In September, the annual meeting for members of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)  took place in London.  This was an opportunity for members to meet and listen to specifically chosen guest speakers who included Fritz E. Barton M.D, past President of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Dr. Barton practices cosmetic surgery in Dallas, Texas, and spoke of his extensive experience of cosmetic surgery including facelifts and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). Other speakers included Claude Le Louarn  who was trained by some of
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