Curious about how cosmetic surgery can restore confidence during midlife? In this episode, we uncover the most popular procedures and what they can do for women navigating the changes of menopause and beyond.

Dr. Sameena Rahman welcomes her longtime friend and renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Azra Ashraf, for an insightful conversation about cosmetic surgery for midlife women. 

Dr. Ashraf shares her journey as a surgeon and discusses the most common procedures sought by women in their 40s and 50s, from breast lifts to tummy tucks and facial rejuvenation. Together, they explore how hormonal changes, such as the loss of estrogen, impact the body and why cosmetic surgery can often help women feel more like themselves again.

They also talk about the importance of reconstructive procedures for women undergoing mastectomies, including breast reconstruction options that have transformed recovery for cancer survivors. Dr. Ashraf shares her personal experiences of helping women regain their confidence and improve their quality of life.

Episode Highlights:

• The rise in cosmetic procedures among perimenopausal women.
• Breast lifts, tummy tucks, and liposuction as part of the "mommy makeover."
• How hormonal changes during menopause affect body shape.
• The importance of breast reconstruction for women post-mastectomy.
• Why some cosmetic procedures are shifting toward more natural, proportioned results.

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Dr. Ashraf’s Bio:

Dr. Azra Ashraf is a double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, boarded by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery. She has worked on east and west coasts with over 10 years of cosmetic surgery expertise. Dr. Ashraf was a recognized physician in the Washington DC area, voted a Top Doctor. She is a Californian at heart and loves practicing in her home state.

Dr. Ashraf completed a BA in Public Policy from Brown University, focusing on gender equity in healthcare. This led her to pursue an MPH from Harvard School of Public Health while jointly attending Brown Medical School. She has always loved working with her hands, and knew she wanted to pursue surgery as soon as she started medical school. She is a highly skilled surgeon with an artistic eye for detail.

She trained in general surgery at Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (Boston, MA), an affiliate of Tufts Medical School. She completed her plastic surgery training at Temple University Hospital (Philadelphia, PA). Dr. Ashraf has distinguished herself by completing an additional year in comprehensive breast reconstruction, including microvascular and aesthetic breast surgeries at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School.

She is recognized as a beauty expert by both the community and media. Schedule a consultation  and work with Dr. Ashraf to diversify the idea of beauty.

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