Join leading gender-affirming surgeon and bio-ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) in conversation with Dr Oli Curwen (he/him) of Dr. Oli Aesthetics, for an enlightening discussion on the role of non-surgical aesthetics in gender-affirming care.

They explore the importance of providing specialised care tailored to each individual's hormone journey (where relevant) and unique needs, challenging the one-size-fits-all approach often seen in aesthetic medicine. Dr Oli shares insights into his clinical process - including when saying "no" to a treatment is the most affirming choice - and reflects on what inspired him to specialise in working with trans+ patients.

Together, they discuss how non-permanent aesthetic interventions can support people on their gender journey, the nuances of working with patients at different stages of hormone therapy, and why understanding the trans experience is crucial for ethical and effective aesthetic practice.

Featured Guest Dr Oli Curwen (he/him) is an aesthetic practitioner and founder of Dr. Oli Aesthetics, where he provides specialised non-surgical treatments with particular expertise in gender-affirming care.

Connect & Learn More

Find Ioannis Ntanos:

LinkedIn: Ioannis Ntanos

Instagram: @ioannisntanos

Threads: @ioannisntanos

Resources

Learn more about Dr Oli Aesthetics at @droli.aesthetics / https://www.droli.co.uk/

Learn more about top surgery at ioannisntanos.com

About The Podcast

The Top Surgery Podcast explores the intersection of healthcare, advocacy, and community through candid conversations with experts, patients, and allies. New episodes released every month.