Jul 22, 2019 | Surgeons
Selecting a breast surgeon may be one of the most important decisions you will face when considering breast surgery with Red Rose Desire. We are confident our team are some of the best specialists in the business. World-class experts when you need them.
We offer surgery with a number of highly experienced, specialist surgeons, and one of them is Mr Amir Sharif. Specialist in management of benign and malignant breast disease, Dr Sharif has carried out many surgeries across the North West, and has spent 3 years in major breast centres in Manchester where he consolidated his oncological surgical skills in breast surgery.
Mr. Amir Sharif is Consultant Breast/General Surgeon, and after qualifying in 1985, Mr Sharif has performed high quality surgery and care for many of our patients. For some women, breast augmentation is a way to feel more confident. For others, it’s part of rebuilding the breast for various conditions.
To feel safe and sure it is important to choose a surgeon with the appropriate training, skills and experience, and we always ask that you come along to a complimentary consultation to meet Dr Sharif personally, this also allows you time to ask questions or discuss the procedure and aftercare itself.
Specialty; Breast surgery
Sub specialty Qualifications; MBBS, FRCS, FRCS** (Gen). Qualified 1985.
**Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) is a professional qualification to practise as a surgeon in Ireland or the United Kingdom. The Royal College of Surgeons of England is committed to enabling surgeons to achieve and maintain the highest standards of surgical practice and patient care.
Jun 27, 2019 | Company News, Surgeons
Mr Vummiti Krishnan – Consultant Breast Specialist Surgeon at Red Rose Desire.
We consider Dr Krishnan to be a highly experienced cosmetic surgeon, qualified and specialising in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery. As a specialist breast surgeon, he has worked with both benign and malignant breast diseases, and cosmetic breast enhancement. Well respected as a member of BASO, Doctor Krishnan is also on the GMC specialist register (number 4465027) as well as holding an NHS post as consultant oncoplastic Breast surgeon in the North of England.
Breast Surgeon Mr Vummiti Krishnan
A well respected oncoplastic breast surgeon, and expert in the field of cosmetic breast surgery, Dr Krishnan regularly performs breast enlargement surgery, breast reduction surgery, implant reconstructive surgery, nipple/areolar reconstruction and offers pre and post consultations for Red Rose Desire, at the Preston Clinic, the Bolton Clinic and at the Manchester Clinic.
With over 20 years’ experience, Mr Krishnan can perform a number of specialist procedures for Red Rose Desire, to a very high standard, has a keen interest in reconstruction, and has been involved in much teaching, many with undergraduates, on their final year on pre-operative patients involving breast, thyroid and general surgery patients.
He carries out the following procedures for Red Rose Desire:
Breast Enlargement
Breast Reduction
Breast Uplift
Breast Re-Augmentation
Passionate about making a difference, Mr Krishnan can assist you in your personal and individually tailored experience in the field of cosmetic surgery, with a view of changing the way his patients FEEL.
During your first consultation, Mr Krishnan will discuss your expectations and desires, before making recommendations for the best shape, size and treatment tailored to you.
Red Rose Desire can offer complimentary consultations at the Preston, Manchester, Bolton and Newton-le-Willows clinics, at a date suited to you.
It is always important to get to know your surgeon and the personal approach and passion that your surgeon applies to their work.
Here we ask Dr Krishnan three quick questions.
1. What does your work mean to you?
My passion is my work, which is perfect! The reason I am so passionate is seeing transformations change peoples lives.
To give meaning to a better life, I don’t consider work.
2. Can you describe your approach?
Creative, adaptive. I approach each patient with a fresh pair of eyes, as each patient is different. My aim is to offer tailored surgery to get the best results to make my patients happy.
3. Do you have any passions outside of surgery?
Yoga -and music, which both relaxes and soothes me after a busy day in clinic — Relaxation is key for a calmer life.
May 16, 2019 | Surgeons
Mr Sohail Akhtar
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBChB, MRCS, FRCS(Plast)
Year qualified:1996
We welcome Dr Sohail Akhtar with open arms as a fully registered Consultant Plastic Surgeon who has a specialist interest in cosmetic surgery.
With extensive training, Dr Akhtar performs a wide range of surgical procedures to improve the appearance of the breast, abdomen and face with procedures such as eye bag removal, breast enlargement, tummy tuck and liposuction. With a real compassionate manner you can expect wonderful, expert care from this surgeon, who consults from our Manchester clinic, our Preston clinic, our Bolton clinic and Newton-Le-Willows.
His Experience
Dr Akhtar has over 15 years’ experience and is passionate about the role of surgery in our patient’s lives, and not only wants to deliver a high quality service, and a great tailored result, he also wants to ensure that the patient journey is equally as positive and one to remember.
Sohail qualified from Liverpool University in 1996. After graduation from medical school he embarked on surgical training and was awarded membership of the Royal College of Surgeons. Following this he worked on numerous fellowship specialist training courses, and was awarded with the highly prestigious Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons.
His Interests
Sohail is constantly wanting to do his part for medicine, participating in various charity missions around the world, and applying his acquired skill set to on-going medical research, and teaching. Sohail’s ability to maintain a humanised approach to medicine factored into the charitable medical work, he delivered surgical help to those with few resources in Sierra Leone (3rd poorest nation in the world) and also provided medical aid in Pakistan, following the Earthquake of 2005. He has great experience and specialty in reconstructive hand surgery and nerve conditions.
As regards his academic career he is well published with at present over 30-peer review publication in the medical literature and has presented at multiple international scientific meetings. He has also written textbook chapters in plastic surgery.
Get in Touch To Book With Dr Akhtar
Please get in touch to book a complimentary consultation.
Apr 25, 2019 | Surgeons
Breast Shapes and Tubular Breasts.
Tubular breast is an abnormality of the breast development that occurs during puberty, the breast tissue is inhibited by a constricting ring at the base of the breast. The growth restriction results in a lack of breast tissue and affects growth both horizontally and vertically, resulting in drooping, uneven and small breasts. Patients tend to have an unusually wide spacing between each breast and enlarged areolas (nipple area). Tubular breast is a condition that can occur in both men and women, one breast or both.
Are tubular breasts something to worry about?
Although tubular breast is not harmful for physical health, some people may feel unhappy with the shape and proportion of their breast, which can cause anxiety and stress. As tubular breast is a condition that arises at puberty many patients have been aware of the condition for several years and possibly felt troubled or embarrassed and had difficulty finding bras, swimsuits and clothes to fit correctly. Correction of tubular breast can help build a patient’s confidence and self-esteem, so they feel more body confident, and comfortable in social surroundings or situations. We see patients who have been unhappy for a long time, but have chosen to move forward with breast surgery to increase the size, shape and proportion of their breast.
How can breast surgery help?
With a specialised cosmetic surgical treatment, the appearance of tubular breast can be considerably improved and corrected to create a more natural looking and aesthetically pleasing breast shape.
Tubular breast cosmetic surgery is quite unlike regular breast enlargement as the surgery looks to enhance the fullness and width of the breasts, along with the symmetry of both breasts, ultimately creating a more rounded fuller, even breast shape. As the surgery is so specialised, you will need to make sure that you are assessed and diagnosed by our specialised surgeons who are familiar with the condition and will be able to provide the correct augmentation required for tubular breast. During a consultation with your surgeon, a detailed examination and discussion to find the best treatment for each individual case will take place before surgery is scheduled.
It is possible that you may need a series of surgical procedures to fully correct the shape of your tubular breast. The techniques used will vary for each patient depending on the severity of the correction required. Your initial surgery will be to release the restricted breast tissue; this will widen the base of the breast area. A breast implant will then be inserted to increase the rounded shape of the breast and stretch the skin into a more natural breast shape.
One of the possible effects of tubular breast is an enlarged domed shaped areola or nipple area. Following the breast implant placement, if the domed shape can not be flattened then a second surgical procedure may be recommended, an areola reduction procedure, to reduce the nipple area and enhance the breast shape. Due to the complex and varied degrees of tubular breast, some patients may need to go on and have further breast lifting or fat contouring to give balanced fuller looking breasts.
What aftercare will be needed after surgery?
After any kind of breast surgery, there will be a rest and recovery period. You should expect to see swelling and bruising, and you will be prescribed painkillers to ease any post-surgery pain or discomfort; this pain should subside after a couple of days and the bruising after a couple of weeks. It is generally recommended that you wear a surgical bra for approximately six weeks after surgery to aid recovery and help keep your new body shape. You can get back to general movement after a couple of days, but you should refrain from strenuous activity and heavy lifting for at least six weeks. You can return to light work within a week if you feel able. It is important that you keep in touch with your aftercare team and return for bandage care and scheduled regular check-ups with your surgeon at the clinic.
Within two to three months you will be able to see the full benefits of the surgery with scaring, swelling and lumpiness receding.
For further information regarding surgery options, book a free consultation or to speak to a member of our care team.
Apr 12, 2019 | Surgeons, Your Surgery
Things to consider before moving forward with breast surgery…
It is true that like noses and legs, breasts grow to be all shapes and sizes, and often, not always aligned with the person’s natural body shape and frame, which can cause low self-esteem and confidence issues.
We see ladies who wish for a larger, fuller breast and opt for breast enlargement surgery. Others are looking to reduce size with breast reduction surgery and often ladies who are looking to re-shape or firm their breasts and look at beast uplift surgery.
Your surgeon at Red Rose Desire is there to guide you through the best surgery option for you and to understand your expectations too. We know that whatever your reason for surgery, your body is different to others and surgery has to be tailored, and just right for you. Our surgeons are skilled, experienced and always on hand.
A big decision…
Breast surgery is a serious procedure and should not be taken lightly. We always ask that you come along and spend time with the breast specialist surgeon to discuss the procedure, your desired shape and size and the aftercare. We also encourage lots of research and thought before proceeding.
It is a very personal decision, one which demands good preparation, so that you are sure you are doing it for the right reasons. We are here at any time to help you with this decision and are always on hand to answer any questions you might have, to make this decision easier.
The financial decision…
The financial aspect of surgery must also be taken just as seriously, so that you are always aware of the costs associated with your procedure. There are a number of payment options available, and breast surgery can be more affordable than you might think. We always offer one cost, with no hidden extras, that way there is full transparency when looking at your affordability.
Whether you take advantage of our 0% finance we can offer, or you choose to pay for it upfront; we can work through the best options for you.
Size and shape decision
You may already have a good idea about what size or shape you would like to see your end result, but this differs from patient to patient, dependent upon chest and frame size to skin elasticity. It is always important to discuss your thoughts and desires with the surgeons to agree on the best fit for you.
Breast implants are available in different sizes and shapes and by working with your surgeon, they can offer you a tailored look and feel.
After all, that is what your consultation is for; answering questions and arming you with all the information, so that you are able to make the best decision for you and your needs.
Recovery decision
Naturally after any procedure your body will need time to heal and so we would always advise you to take this into account before going ahead.
You will need at least 7-14 days to recover, however this varies from patient to patient, this is longer should you opt for breast uplift surgery or breast reduction surgery.
Take into consideration your job or lifestyle pace, if you have a more active or demanding job, make sure you can take time off to heal and can also get the help at home you might need in the early days, especially if you have family or jobs outside of work, and in the home. Our aftercare is full and always included.
Post cosmetic surgery nutrition is also key during your recovery, and can make all the difference to the speed and success of your end result.
We have a full aftercare team in place to advise you, and arm you with all the right information about what you can and can’t do, and things to consider.
Apr 5, 2019 | Surgeons
Our breast specialist surgeon Dr Prasad has been asked to attend a truly remarkable symposium, a two day workshop focussing on breast surgery, also names the largest breast meeting in Europe 2019.
The International Breast Symposium Düsseldorf, organized by the THINK WIRED will take place from 4th April to 6th April 2019 at the intercontinental Dusseldorf in Düsseldorf, Germany. This conference explores topics like different ways to mark the patient in primary augmentation, choice of implants and who makes the choice, shape and size of implants and infection prevention and risk reduction.
This is an invaluable programme which aims to bring professionals together under one roof to participate in a number of workshops based around breast augmentation, reconstruction, reduction and enlargement. Once more, there will be a number of national and international experts with a great experience in all areas of aesthetic as well as reconstructive breast surgery.
It is always a good chance for specialist doctors to offer knowledge and clinical cases, Pro and contra debates, and hot seat sessions of key opinion leaders to further their learning and skill.
We always encourage further learning, and were thrilled to hear that Dr Prasad was asked to attend, and with a detailed programme of topics on the list, the three day event promises to be of full of scientific lectures and workshops which Dr Prasad will hugely benefit from.
We wish Dr Prasad and all of the physicians attending all the very best and will follow up with more details of the event soon afterwards.
