In this episode, we dig into the realities of modern plastic surgery—who’s actually allowed to operate, how corporate models like Sono Bello train any MD to perform cosmetic procedures, and why patients need to be savvy when choosing their doctor.

We break down the tension between profit vs. patient care as private practices are swallowed by mega corporations, and ask the big question: Is pursuing profit for profit’s sake the real problem?

Dr. Davila shares misconceptions about private practice plastic surgeons, his unique perspective as both CEO & surgeon, and why accessibility and responsibility matter.

What does “downtime” after plastic surgery really mean?

In this episode, Drs. Davila and Turer unpack the truth about recovery — why it looks different for everyone, how early movement helps healing, and how the PCPS team has helped many patients achieve a narcotic-free recovery. Plus, Dr. Davila shares his firsthand experience putting our own recovery protocol to the test.

Tune in for a real conversation about healing, recovery, and redefining “downtime.”

There’s a lot of ‘snake oil’ in aesthetics — but how do you know what’s real? In this episode, we break down the difference between cosmetics, drugs, and medical devices, explain what off-label really means, and share why safety always comes before trends. Plus, what cutting edge truly means at our practice.

PCPS Aesthetician Chelsea Ali and Dr. Davila discuss the flaws of the med spa model, Chelsea’s holistic approach to rejuvenation, the balance between Eastern and Western medicine, and more.

Think bra size matters? Think again. 👀
We’re breaking down what really goes into breast implant sizing — and why “cup size” can be so misleading.

In this episode, PA-C Katie Enos joins Dr. Davila to share her journey from Pittsburgh to Florida and back again, and how her background in plastic surgery and rejuvenation shaped her path. Together, they explore what makes our Rejuvenation Center different from the typical med spa, the restructuring of whole-person care, and the inspiration behind our new service lines.

In this episode, Drs. Davila and Turer dive into everything you need to know about breast reductions—from insurance coverage and common misconceptions to patient satisfaction and more.

Our very own Kristen Rosati, PA-C, joins us on the podcast to talk about weight loss surgery, share her journey to the Pittsburgh Center for Plastic Surgery, and discuss what fuels her passion for caring for patients.

Referenced in this episode:
1:30 — “Why Years of Extreme Weight Loss Often Fail” – The New York Times, May 2, 2016. Read the article here

Welcome to the very first episode of Unfiltered: A Plastic Surgery Podcast with Dr. Armando Davila and Dr. David Turer of the Pittsburgh Center for Plastic Surgery. In this kickoff episode, the doctors share their backgrounds, how they found their way into plastic surgery, and what led them to create this podcast.

10:55 – Spotlight on Dr. Carl von Graefe
We shout out Dr. Carl von Graefe — often called the founder of modern plastic surgery. Back in 1818, he published Rhinoplastik, one of the first major works on reconstructive surgery. His pioneering approach emphasized restoring both form and function — a principle that still guides plastic surgery today.