Minor Complications, Major Impact: Why We Started Scoring Every Adverse Event After Breast Reconstruction
Losing a flap is now rare. But the absence of disaster tells a patient very little about what her recovery will actually look like. Mr Blackburn explains a new scoring system — and what the numbers revealed about risk, age, and BMI.
More Than a Number on a Scale: Why the NHS Is Missing the Point on Breast Reduction
NHS breast reduction criteria focus on BMI and tissue weight — but ignore the psychological burden that makes the operation so transformative. A case for measuring suffering, not just size.
The Case for Functional Abdominoplasty — When Pilates Is Not Enough
For women with a post-pregnancy diastasis wider than 4–5 cm, no amount of physiotherapy or Pilates will close the gap. Mr Blackburn explains why surgery is sometimes the only answer, and what it can restore.
Before You Buy: Checking the Small Print on Private Health Insurance
If your policy does not allow you to see the specialist you need, were you mis-sold? Mr Blackburn explains what "unrecognised" really means, and what questions to ask before you sign up.
The BEAULI Protocol: Body-jet Water-Assisted Liposuction & Fat Transfer
Water-jet harvest and a closed processing system mean more viable fat cells reach the recipient site. Mr Blackburn trained in Berlin and now offers the BEAULI protocol at his clinics.
How to Look After Your Scar After Surgery
Micropore tape for at least six weeks, changed every ten to fourteen days. After that, continue the tape or move to a topical product with an evidence base. Mr Blackburn explains the reasoning behind each step.
What to Bring to Hospital for Your Operation
General advice for all breast, abdominal and thigh surgery under general anaesthetic, with specific guidance for DIEP, TUG, LUG flap, abdominoplasty and breast reduction.