In this episode of the Beauty Justice Podcast, Attorney and Advocate for Safer Beauty, Whitney Ray Di Bona, sits down with Dr. Effie Politis, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Tampa, FL. Dr. Politis shares her educational background, detailing how her diverse experience during her studies and residency helped shape her skills as a plastic surgeon.

The conversation explores the growing trend of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, the effects of rapid weight loss, and how these medications are influencing the field of plastic surgery. Dr. Politis discusses the types of procedures she frequently performs for patients who have undergone significant weight loss and provides insights into operating on those using Ozempic.

Social media’s role in shaping patient expectations is also a key topic, as they discuss patients requesting to look like filtered or AI-generated images. Dr. Politis offers advice on managing these unrealistic expectations and walks listeners through the steps to finding the right board-certified plastic surgeon for their needs.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the world of cosmetic surgery, offering expert advice on both emerging trends and safety considerations.

For more information, visit Politis Plastic Surgery at politisplasticsurgery.com.