The Confidence Doc Plastic Surgery Podcast with Dr. Rukmini (Vinaya) Rednam

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The Confidence Doc® is where confidence takes center stage. Hosted by Dr. Rukmini (Vinaya) Rednam, a board-certified plastic surgeon known for her holistic approach to transformation, this show explores confidence from every angle; inside and out. Each episode brings together leaders in medicine, health, fashion, wellness, and business who share their stories of growth, resilience, and purpose. From surgeons and designers to CEOs and creators, discover how confidence shapes their lives and careers. Whether you're navigating a personal transformation, chasing a dream, or redefining your identity, The Confidence Doc® is your guide to self-belief, empowerment, and authenticity. 🎧 Tune in for: inspiring interviews, medical insights, and lifestyle conversations that prove confidence isn't just seen — it's built.

  1. 4d ago ·  Video

    Reclaiming Life After 120 lbs: GLP-1s, Skin Removal, & Real Confidence | Jenny Espino

    In this inspiring episode of The Confidence Doc, host Dr. Vinaya Rednam sits down with content creator and patient Jenny Espino (@jennyloseswithzep) to discuss her 120-pound weight loss journey . Jenny opens up about her past experience with bariatric surgery, dealing with weight regain after a major back injury, and how starting a GLP-1 medication (Zepbound) finally helped turn off "food noise" and get her life back . She also shares her honest experience undergoing skin removal surgery with Dr. Rednam—from managing pre-op anxiety to navigating a surprisingly smooth recovery—and how reaching her goal weight has allowed her to embrace a new lifestyle, rediscover her fashion style, and be fully active for her family . Key Discussion Points / Show Notes: Jenny's 120-lb Weight Loss Journey: How documenting her very first Zepbound shot sparked a supportive online community . Overcoming Setbacks: Navigating weight regain after a 2006 bariatric surgery due to a 2020 back injury . Turning Off "Food Noise": How GLP-1 medication helped eliminate fast food addiction and provided a tool for sustainable control . Skin Removal & Recovery: Jenny's experience undergoing post-weight loss skin removal surgery, addressing fears versus the reality of recovery, and managing scars . Life on Maintenance: Transitioning to goal weight, finding personal style through shopping, and being an active mom . If you loved this episode, don't forget to hit that heart button, like, and subscribe to The Confidence Doc! Sharing this video or leaving a review helps us reach more people who need to hear these inspiring stories. Let us know your favorite takeaway in the comments below! 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Jennifer JJ Lee: Instagram: @jennyloseswithzep Tiktok: @jenny.espino213

  2. Sep 4 ·  Video

    The Future of Fillers & Body Contouring | Dr. Joubin Gabbay

    Ever wondered if you could get soft tissue volume without an implant, liposuction, or synthetic fillers? In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Vinaya Rednam—board-certified female plastic surgeon specializing in body contouring after massive weight loss—sits down with Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Joubin Gabbay . Together, they take an honest deep dive into AlloClay, a game-changing cadaveric fat-derived matrix that is reshaping volumization and BBL recovery . Dr. Gabbay breaks down how AlloClay works, why it allows for faster recoveries without pressure restrictions, its application in post-cancer reconstructive surgery, and what patients need to know about cost vs. long-term longevity . They also discuss the current "refinement era" of plastic surgery, managing post-weight loss body transformations, and the business realities behind surgical pricing . Episode Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Innovation in Body Contouring & Soft Tissue Fillers 01:11 – From Architecture to Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery: Dr. Gabbay's Journey 06:45 – What is AlloClay? The Science of Cadaveric Fat Matrix 09:31 – AlloClay vs. Living Fat: Longevity, Push, and Volume 11:26 – Game-Changing Recovery: Sitting After BBLs & Post-Op Care 14:00 – Cost, Longevity, and Reconstructive Uses (Shark Bite Defect Case) 17:31 – The "Refinement Era": GLP-1 Weight Loss & Post-Bariatric Body Lift Demand 22:34 – The Truth About Plastic Surgery Pricing, Business Realities & Safety 30:40 – Connect with Dr. Joubin Gabbay   If you enjoyed this honest breakdown of new aesthetic technology and body contouring options, subscribe to The Confidence Doc on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave us a 5-star review! 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Jennifer JJ Lee: Instagram: @gabbayplasticsurgery Website: www.gabbayplasticsurgery.com

  3. Aug 28 ·  Video

    The Power of Fit: How Custom Fashion Shapes Self-Expression | Jennifer Lee

    Looking to restore confidence after massive weight loss? In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Vinaya Rednam (Houston's go-to board-certified female plastic surgeon for body contouring and excess skin removal after post-bariatric surgery) is joined by Jennifer "JJ" Lee, founder and CEO of custom fashion startup ESQUE/BY . Together, they explore how body transformation through reconstructive surgery, post-weight-loss body lift options, and custom-tailored apparel restore personal dignity and presence . Jennifer shares her background in bioengineering and beauty tech (L'Oréal, LVMH), her mission supporting NYC's Garment District, and her "Ready to Be Tailored" concept designed to adapt clothing to your true shape; not the other way around. Chapters 00:00 – Post-Weight Loss Body Contouring & Engineering Custom Apparel 03:15 – Applying Bioengineering Logic to Pattern-Making 08:42 – Mastectomy Care & Tailoring Post-Bariatric and Post-Cancer Clothing 15:30 – Scaling United We Mask with Corporate Partners 22:10 – Saving NYC's Garment District & Artisan Tailors 29:55 – The "Ready to Be Tailored" Philosophy for Body Transformations 37:18 – Entrepreneurial Advice for Founders Taking the Leap Ready to transform your post-weight-loss journey? Subscribe for expert body contouring insights from Dr. Rednam and share this episode with someone on their body transformation path!   📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Jennifer JJ Lee: Instagram: @by.jjlee Website: www.esqueby.com

  4. Aug 21 ·  Video

    How to Build Relational Wealth & Live in Community | Liz Bohannon

    What happens when you stop waiting for a massive master plan and just take one small step toward what you care about ? Welcome back to The Confidence Doc®;the premier plastic surgery podcast exploring confidence, transformation, and authentic leadership in medicine and beyond . Host Dr. Vinaya Rednam (also known as Dr. Rukmini Rednam), the go-to plastic surgeon for body contouring after massive weight loss, sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Liz Bohannon for an inspiring conversation on action, community, and building true relational wealth . From buying a one-way ticket to Uganda with no money and no plan to founding Sseko Designs and creating dignified jobs for thousands of women globally, Liz shares how dreaming small led to massive global impact . Together, they explore how overcoming overwhelm, prioritizing genuine human connection, and intentionally designing your community can transform your life and health . In this episode, they discuss: Buying a one-way ticket to Uganda and starting with the goal of making just one friend The birth of Sseko Designs and using sandal manufacturing to fund university educations Scaling a social enterprise globally to fight human trafficking, domestic abuse, and poverty Why passion is built in the arena rather than discovered on the sidelines The epidemic of loneliness and how to build "relational wealth" in modern life Removing fences: how Liz created a modern-day village with her closest friends ⏱ TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: What Does Confidence Really Look Like ? 01:05 – Buying a One-Way Ticket to Uganda with No Plan 02:05 – Overcoming Overwhelm by Giving Yourself Permission to "Dream Small" 04:27 – Why Uganda? Following a Lead Without Knowing the Ending 05:45 – Meeting Female Scholars & Identifying the 9-Month College Gap 08:07 – From Failed Chicken Farms to Selling Sandals Out of a Car 10:21 – Expanding Sseko Designs Globally to Support Thousands of Artisans 12:05 – Passing the Torch: Selling the Business to Ugandan Leadership 13:52 – The Giving Club & Making a Difference One Drop at a Time 16:07 – Building Passion in the Arena vs. Finding It on the Sidelines 18:23 – How Smartphone Culture & Over-Information Cause Loneliness 22:53 – Financial Wealth vs. Relational Poverty in Modern America 25:20 – Designing a Modern Village: Removing Fences & Living Near Friends 29:08 – The Stat: Why Seeing Friends Weekly Is Worth $150k a Year 33:30 – Where to Connect with Liz Bohannon & Previewing Relationally Rich 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Liz Bohannon: Instagram: @lizbohannon

  5. Aug 14 ·  Video

    Saving Lives Beyond the Surface: Reconstructive Surgery & Gender Care | Dr. John Brosious

    What happens when a doctor dares to break the traditional mold, challenge medical stereotypes, and bring their whole, authentic self to healthcare? Welcome back to The Confidence Doc®; the premier plastic surgery podcast exploring confidence, transformation, and authentic leadership in medicine. Host Dr. Vinaya Rednam, the go-to plastic surgeon for body contouring after massive weight loss, sits down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John Brosious for an inspiring conversation on complex reconstructive surgery, gender-affirming care, and non-conformity in healthcare. Together, they dive into real surgeon stories that highlight how empathy, technical excellence, and staying true to yourself drive true confidence transformation. In this episode, they discuss: Taking on high-intensity trauma cases and complex reconstructive surgeries straight out of residency Performing Nevada's first vaginoplasty and delivering compassionate, life-saving gender-affirming care How visible face tattoos and personal authenticity break down barriers and build patient trust Navigating professional stigma, insurance challenges, and institutional pushback Why modern healthcare must embrace individuality to prevent burnout and empower providers ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: The Confidence Doc Plastic Surgery Podcast 02:13 – Why Choose Plastic Surgery? General Reconstruction & Variety 04:06 – Trial by Fire: Level-1 Trauma Cases Fresh Out of Residency 05:45 – Reconstructing the Human Body: Principles and Anatomy 08:07 – Transitioning into Gender-Affirming Care & Top/Bottom Surgeries 09:19 – The First Patient: Realizing the Life-Saving Impact of Affirming Care 10:45 – Bringing Complex Genital Reconstructive Care to Nevada 12:12 – Bonding as Non-Conformists: Connecting Beyond Stereotypes 16:33 – Overcoming Stigma, Insurance Obstacles, & Professional Backlash 20:51 – Redefining Professionalism & Health and Wellness in Modern Medicine 24:39 – Managing Patient Expectations & Emotional Transformations 28:16 – "I Never Thought I'd Be Saving Lives": The True Gift of Reconstruction 29:11 – Expanding the Practice & Building a Legacy in Nevada 31:43 – Where to Connect with Dr. John Brosious 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Dr. John Brosious: Instagram: @docjohnblaze 🎧 Do you think modern healthcare needs to rethink what a "professional" looks like? Share this episode with a colleague or friend who believes in authentic care and standing up for patient communities!

  6. Aug 7 ·  Video

    What Happens When You Achieve Your Dream… and Change Your Mind? | Dr. Sarah Rev

    In this episode of The Confidence Doc®, host Dr. Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Sarah Rav; a former medical doctor turned McKinsey consultant, personal branding strategist, and entrepreneur . Together, they break down the heavy expectation high achievers face when walking away from prestigious titles and why changing your mind isn't a failure, but an evolution . Dr. Sarah Rav opens up about her transition out of medicine in Australia, how she navigated burnout and grief, and how she combined her medical background with content creation to build a thriving business helping physicians build their professional reputation online . In this episode, they discuss: The unique psychological challenge of walking away from a medical degree and title Dr. Sarah Rav's journey: From graduating med school at 23 to McKinsey and full-time entrepreneurship How physicians can navigate the fear of appearing "unprofessional" on social media Why patients value storytelling and human connection over clinical lectures How introverted physicians can build confidence and take control of their online visibility ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Teaser & Episode Intro: Changing Your Mind as a High Achiever 01:25 – Early Aspirations: Doctor, Astronaut, or Hairdresser? 02:47 – How the Medical School System Works in Australia 03:31 – The "Glass Shattering" Moment in Medical School 05:12 – Early Side Hustles: Ebooks, Health Supplements, & Tutoring 06:18 – Transitioning to McKinsey: Trading One Prestige for Another 08:04 – Overcoming Burnout, Personal Loss, & Taking the Entrepreneurial Leap 09:19 – Uncoupling Your Identity from Being a Doctor 12:12 – No Experience Is Wasted: Creating a Personal Branding Niche for Doctors 13:03 – Facing Hospital Pushback & Social Media Stigma 14:16 – Combating Medical Misinformation & Evolving Patient Expectations 17:07 – Using Storytelling Over Lecturing to Connect with Patients 20:16 – Personal Branding for Introverted Physicians 21:07 – Gender Dynamics in Medicine & Social Media Commentary 24:26 – Behind the Scenes: The Public Duality of an Online Brand 27:32 – Building the Muscle of Visibility & Self-Confidence 28:48 – How to Connect with Dr. Sarah Rav & Final Thoughts 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Dr. Sarah Rav: Instagram: @sarahrav 🎧 Have you ever felt trapped by a path you worked so hard to achieve? Share this episode with a fellow professional or high-achiever who needs permission to evolve and build a life that truly aligns with who they are becoming!

  7. Jul 31 ·  Video

    The Messy Middle: Why Before & After Stories Lie to Us | The Confidence Doc

    Understand the true psychology behind visual makeovers, fitness changes, and plastic surgery recovery with host Dr. Vinaya Rednam. In this solo episode of The Confidence Doc®, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Vinaya Rednam dives deep into our cultural obsession with "before and after" transformation stories . While scrolling through Instagram gives us a quick dopamine hit of hope, a side-by-side picture completely erases the most critical part of any journey: the messy middle . Dr. Rednam shares raw insights from her own practice—especially regarding the mental hurdles weight loss patients face during post-op recovery—and explains why the middle isn't a delay, but the exact place where your resilience and transformation actually happen . In this episode, she discusses: Why human beings are neurologically wired to love visual transformations The hidden emotional toll of the "messy middle" (uncertainty, swelling, and self-doubt) The Jeff Bezos comparison trap: Why you can't compare your start to someone else's finish The dangerous cycle of jumping on the scale immediately after surgery How your current "before" might actually be the dream "after" someone else is praying for 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Follow Dr. Rednam Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast 🎧 Are you currently stuck in a messy middle? Grab your phone, open your notes app, and write down the ONE thing you are committed to transforming this season. Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder to stay off the scale and trust their process!

  8. Jul 24 ·  Video

    Reclaiming Your Voice: How to Stop People-Pleasing & Rebuild Self-Trust | Latha Jay

    In this powerful episode of The Confidence Doc®, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Rednam sits down with manifestation teacher, author, and speaker Latha Jay . Together, they break down why so many high-achieving women lose themselves to self-abandonment—eroding their self-worth one small compromise at a time to keep the peace . Latha shares how she walked away from a path that wasn't hers after seven and a half years to step into her true purpose . She reveals the actionable tools you need to rewrite your subconscious programming, establish rock-solid self-trust, and move from a mindset of scarcity to a mindset of pure curiosity . In this episode, they discuss: Why true confidence is a byproduct of coming home to yourself, not external validation The dangerous reality of "self-abandonment" and how to stop pleasing others at your own expense A step-by-step breakdown of Latha's signature 24/7 Manifestation Method The Two Columns Identity Exercise to gain crystalline clarity on who you are becoming Merging Ayurveda, biology, and neuroscience to fill your own cup first ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Reconnecting with the Confidence You've Forgotten 01:30 – Latha Jay's Quantum Leap: Leaving a Path After 7.5 Years 02:50 – Why External Validation (Promotions & Clear Goals) Never Satisfies 04:00 – The Power of the Stage: Giving Women a Voice through Speak Her 05:15 – A Plastic Surgeon's Perspective on Physical Shifts vs. Internal Change 06:20 – The Neuroscience of Writing: Psycho-Neuromotor Rehearsal 07:30 – How to Use the 24/7 Manifestation Method in a Hypnagogic State 10:45 – Facing the Shadow Voice & Shifting Out of Scarcity 11:55 – Defining Self-Abandonment: Losing Yourself One Compromise at a Time 13:00 – The People-Pleasing Trap in Surgery & High-Stress Internships 14:20 – The Social Pruning: Dealing with Discomfort and Changing Circles 16:00 – Why "Fake It Until You Make It" Fails for Genuine Confidence 17:15 – Building Self-Trust: Why "No" Is a Complete Sentence 18:50 – Handling Shaken Confidence: The Meditation Mindset and Bouncing Back 20:10 – The Two Columns Exercise: Who Have I Been vs. Who Am I Becoming? 22:20 – Introducing the Institute for Conscious Creation 24:45 – Sacrificial Motherhood: The Importance of an Overflowing Cup 26:00 – Where to Connect with Latha Jay 📲 SOCIAL MEDIA Connect with the Host, Dr. Rednam: Instagram: @dr.rednam Podcast: @theconfidencedoc_podcast Connect with the Guest, Latha Jay: Instagram: @latha_jay_ Website / Contact: www.lathajay.com 🎧 If you've been spending your life filling everyone else's cup while letting your own run dry, share this episode with a friend or fellow mom who needs the reminder that they are worthy of being celebrated exactly as they are today. #LathaJay #ManifestationMethod #StopPeoplePleasing #SelfAbandonment #TheConfidenceDoc #DrRednam #AyurvedicLiving #SubconsciousReprogramming #SelfTrust #WomenEmpowerment

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The Confidence Doc® is where confidence takes center stage. Hosted by Dr. Rukmini (Vinaya) Rednam, a board-certified plastic surgeon known for her holistic approach to transformation, this show explores confidence from every angle; inside and out. Each episode brings together leaders in medicine, health, fashion, wellness, and business who share their stories of growth, resilience, and purpose. From surgeons and designers to CEOs and creators, discover how confidence shapes their lives and careers. Whether you're navigating a personal transformation, chasing a dream, or redefining your identity, The Confidence Doc® is your guide to self-belief, empowerment, and authenticity. 🎧 Tune in for: inspiring interviews, medical insights, and lifestyle conversations that prove confidence isn't just seen — it's built.

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