In this first episode of Season 8 of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Ruchi Ravindra sits down with world-renowned rhinoplasty expert and President of the Rhinoplasty Society, Dr. Jay Calvert — to talk honestly about revision rhinoplasty, facelifts, expectations, healing, and what really makes great plastic surgery.

You'll hear Dr. Calvert share:

✨ Why so many rhinoplasty revisions happen ✨ The real revision rate (and why surgeons must "check their ego") ✨ How reconstructive work shapes better cosmetic results ✨ When facelifts look "natural" — and when they don't ✨ Social media vs. reality in plastic surgery results ✨ How surgeons can be trained and coached to do rhinoplasty better

Whether you're a patient thinking about surgery — or a surgeon who wants to improve your craft — this conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and confidence.

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2025 was a year of transformation — not just for The Confidence Doc, but for the women, stories, and voices that shaped it.

In this final episode of the year, Dr. Rukmini Rednam reflects on the moments that defined 2025: powerful patient journeys, surgeons restoring dignity and identity, vulnerable conversations about recovery, purpose, and rebuilding confidence from the inside out.

From emotional post-surgery realities to global health impact, from behind-the-scenes stories to the evolution of what confidence truly means — this episode is a tribute to growth, honesty, and connection.

As we head into 2026, the mission remains the same: to explore confidence in your body, your work, your life, and your story.

✨ Thank you for being part of this journey.

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After seven seasons and hundreds of conversations, we're bringing you the Top 10 most impactful episodes of the Confidence Doc Podcast of all time.

In this special Q&A-style recap, Dr. Rednam revisits the moments that resonated most with listeners — from extreme weight loss and body confidence, to modern facelifts, mommy makeovers, breast reconstruction, migraine surgery, and women's health topics that deserve more honest conversation.

If you're new here or a longtime listener, this episode is your ultimate guide to where to start — and what not to miss.

✨ Listen, reflect, and tell us which episode changed you the most.

👉 If one of these episodes spoke to you, go listen to the full conversation.

💬 Comment your favorite episode

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In this special Q&A episode, Dr. Rednam answers YOUR most-asked questions about plastic surgery — from safe surgery times, tension offloading, healing tools, BMI requirements, recovery boosters, choosing the right procedure, and even how to rebuild confidence after life-changing events.

Whether you're planning surgery, recovering, or simply want to understand cosmetic procedures better, this episode is packed with clarity, science, and real talk.

Topics we cover:

• How long surgery can safely take

• What makes a scar heal beautifully

• Tools to improve recovery

• Does BMI really matter for surgery?

• Vitamins, sleep & stress and how they affect healing

• Lipo vs lift vs combination — how surgeons decide

• Rebuilding confidence after major setbacks

• The difference between true confidence and performative confidence

➡️ Season 8 is coming with even more plastic surgery education, fashion, business, and confidence-building conversations. Subscribe so you don't miss anything!

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This special episode brings you the Top 10 most impactful conversations of the Confidence Doc Podcast in 2025. From labiaplasty education to breast reconstruction options, migraine surgery breakthroughs, women supporting women in business, facial rejuvenation secrets, and the real financial conversations behind medicine — this recap highlights the moments listeners loved the most.

Dr. Rednam revisits powerful guest insights, emotional patient stories, and groundbreaking medical discussions that shaped the year. Whether you're a patient, provider, or simply curious about the world of plastic surgery, this episode brings the BEST of 2025 in one place.

✨ If any of these moments caught your attention, go listen to the full episodes — and don't forget to leave a review!

If you loved this recap, subscribe, leave us a review, and share this episode with a friend. Season 8 is going to be even bigger. 💛

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Today's season finale is extra special — because for the first time ever, we're turning the camera around on the woman who makes The Confidence Doc possible.

Meet Mavi Rodríguez — podcast producer, storyteller, former aesthetic coordinator, medical assistant, mom, and the multi-talented force behind this show.

With 18 years in the aesthetic and plastic surgery world, Mavi opens up about how she worked her way from the front desk to assisting in procedures, coordinating surgeries, and eventually producing a top plastic surgery podcast.

In this episode, we talk about: ✨ Her journey through every role in aesthetics ✨ Leaving her career during the pandemic to raise her kids ✨ Rediscovering her purpose ✨ Stepping into a creative life she never expected ✨ The emotional and human side of patient journeys

It's the perfect way to wrap Season 7 — with heart, honesty, and the story behind the story.

Host: Dr. Rukmini Rednam (@dr.rednam) Guest: Mavi Rodríguez (@bigbuttsnoliespodcast)

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Rednam sits down with Tonya, a women's wellness advocate who has dedicated her work to supporting patients through the emotional and physical challenges that follow plastic surgery.

Tonya opens up about the real conversations women aren't having enough — how to navigate recovery, how to advocate for yourself, and how to rebuild confidence during one of the most vulnerable times in life.

Together, they dive into: ✨ The emotional side of recovery no one talks about ✨ How to prepare mentally and physically for surgery ✨ The importance of support systems and patient education ✨ Why women deserve more compassionate, individualized care ✨ How confidence, healing, and identity are deeply connected

Whether you're preparing for surgery, supporting someone who is, or simply on your own self-growth journey, this episode will empower you to feel seen, supported, and strong.

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Instagram: @takingmylifebackat42

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In this inspiring episode of The Confidence Doc, host Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam welcomes Dr. Anne Alaniz — a surgeon, humanitarian, and change-maker whose journey began in a small village in Malawi and has led to major global impact.

Dr. Alaniz shares her remarkable story of overcoming adversity, founding the nonprofit Pothawira International, navigating a career in gynecologic oncology at Houston Methodist Hospital, and forging a life of purpose through service. Tune in as she discusses how confidence is born from resilience, compassion, and action — and why your "why" matters.

In this episode you'll hear about:

• Growing up in Malawi, working for clean water and basic care. UNT Health Fort Worth+2 Texas Medical Center+2
• The transformative moment that launched her medical journey. Spark to Empower+1
• Founding Pothawira and creating a safe haven for women and children in Malawi. medangel.org+2 Texas Medical Center+2
• Navigating racial bias, purpose-driven leadership, and global health equity.
• Advice for young professionals and future change-makers.

⭐️Dr. Anne Alaniz — Gynecologic Oncologist, Founder of Pothawira International For updates from her work, follow: @pothawira_international

📬 Request your consultation here:

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In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Rednam sits down with Dr. Streitmann, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon known for his compassionate approach to post-trauma and post-cancer reconstruction.

Together, they dive deep into the emotional and physical recovery process, the artistry behind reconstructive surgery, and the way confidence is restored through healing — not just aesthetically, but emotionally. Dr. Streitmann also shares his perspective on working with burn victims, cancer survivors, and patients reclaiming their identity after major surgery, and how medicine continues to evolve toward empathy, precision, and purpose.

If you've ever wondered how surgery can rebuild both the body and the spirit, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this special solo episode, Dr. Rukmini Rednam reflects on the incredible journey that The Confidence Doc podcast has taken so far — and opens up about the new direction for the show.

From redefining what confidence truly means to exploring the intersection of medicine, mindset, and human experience, Dr. Rednam shares her vision for the next chapter: deeper conversations, raw honesty, and a renewed purpose to educate, empower, and inspire.

Whether you've been listening since Season 1 or just discovered the show, this episode will remind you why confidence is more than a look — it's a lifestyle of healing, growth, and self-awareness.

💬 In this episode: 00:00 – Intro: The evolution of The Confidence Doc 03:12 – Why medicine and mindset must coexist 07:40 – Lessons learned from past seasons 11:25 – Behind the scenes: how the show is changing 15:50 – The future of The Confidence Doc 18:30 – A personal note from Dr. Rednam

🎧 Tune in, share your thoughts, and join Dr. Rednam as she redefines what it means to be The Confidence Doc.

🔗 Follow Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam @theconfidencedoc_podcast TikTok: @Dr.Rednam YouTube: The Confidence Doc Podcast

📬 Request your consultation here:

Contact Dr. Rukmini Rednam, MD in Houston, TX and The Woodlands: drrukminirednam.com