When Plastic Surgery Goes Wrong: Botched Operations, Medical Tourism & the Hidden Fallout

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Wednesday, 21 January 2026 - 55 minutes

From bargain procedures abroad to life-altering complications, this episode exposes the hidden fallout of modern cosmetic surgery. We’re joined by leading UK plastic surgeon Dr Anil Joshi, who shares unfiltered stories of reconstructing severely damaged faces, correcting catastrophic cosmetic surgery failures, and managing the growing impact of medical tourism on NHS services. As the conversation widens, we examine the role of social media, beauty pressure, and misinformation — plus insights from nutritionist Sophie Trotman on the most damaging health trends she sees online and how to reset eating habits realistically after New Year.Dr Anil Joshi is a leading consultant and facial plastic surgeon based in London. He recently hit the papers giving warning of the dangers of cocaine use, after performing serious procedures, lasting up to six hours, on users.Having helped many high profile clients. Dr Anil has also helped rebuild facial defects following cancer excision and is an expert in scar removal.He also has a number of advanced medical degrees, and has travelled to Amsterdam, the Netherlands and even South Korea to further his skills and knowledge.His early life was spent in Bangalore, South India, where he initially studied medicine, before coming to the UK in 2003, to further his career. Anil discusses his early life and interests:  “I started to learn classical violin initially, and my brothers learnt various other instruments. In India, we started performing concerts as the Joshi Brothers! https://www.instagram.com/iamaniljoshi/Sophie is a Registered Nutritionist with a vibrant international practice situated between London and Lisbon. Prior to turning her passion for health and wellness into a career, Sophie was immersed in the sales function of early-stage tech companies. The fast-paced environment sparked her interest in how nutrition influences health, happiness, and productivity levels.Today, her wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for her field resonates with a broad clientele, including many companies that rely on her expertise to improve their team's health and productivity.Sophie's comprehensive talks on pivotal topics such as sleep, menopause, and mood-boosting eating habits have made her a sought-after speaker in the corporate wellness circuit. Her unique approach, combining scientific know-how with practical advice, promotes holistic health and wellness, leaving audiences inspired and better equipped to make beneficial lifestyle changes.Sophie’s expertise in nutrition has been recognized and featured in various respected media outlets such as the BBC and Evening Standard. She is also a published author, contributing to books such as ‘Happy Skin Kitchen’ and Anthea Turner’s ‘How to Age Well’. Sophie also utilises her platform and knowledge to forge strategic partnerships with like-minded brands, creating engaging content and experiences that bridge the gap between commercial and health industries. https://www.instagram.com/sophietrotmannutrition/?hl=en

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