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PAT I E NT CA R E AT TR A NSFOR M
You could be forgiven
for thinking that
patient care is the same
wherever you go.
It’s not.
Here are six questions
you should ask
your provider before
making a decision
on cosmetic surgery.
1
Q What experience
Q:
and qualifications does
my surgeon have?
Mr Georgio Netri
Cosmetic Surgeon
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CONSIDERING COSMETIC SURGERY
A At Transform, we list all of our surgeons and
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their qualifications on our website. You’ll also
receive further information about your surgeon
during your initial consultation.
Transform surgeons have carried
out hundreds, and in some cases,
thousands of procedures. As a result
they’ve built up an extremely high
level of experience and expertise.
REASONS TO FEEL REASSURED
– Their work is reviewed every three months
for complications and infections
– Further annual appraisal on their performance
– They are granted practising privileges by the
Transform Clinical Governance Committee
Practising privileges
At Transform your surgeon has been
granted ‘practising privileges’ by our
Clinical Governance Committee to
perform specific cosmetic surgery
procedures. This means that you can be
assured that your surgery will be carried
out by a surgeon who has recent and
relevant experience for the procedure.
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2
Q Is the hospital where I’ll have
my operation dedicated to cosmetic
surgery and who runs and owns it?
Transform Pines Hospital – Dedicated to cosmetic surgery
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CONSIDERING COSMETIC SURGERY
A At Transform, unlike
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many other providers,
we own our hospitals,
ensuring our patients
are always in our care
and every patient is
there for a cosmetic
surgery procedure.*
State-of-the-art theatres provide
our dedicated medical teams
with the perfect environment in
which to carry out cosmetic
procedures.
REASONS TO FEEL REASSURED
– 100% pass rate on CQC inspections
*Our patients in other parts of the UK can
choose to attend one of our own purposebuilt hospitals in London or Manchester.
However, we know that staying close to
family and friends is important to you, so we
work in partnership with BMI Healthcare,
the UK’s largest private hospital group. This
means there may be facilities available to
you, closer to home.
– 0% incidence of E-Coli, MRSA & C-Difficile
– Specially designed consulting rooms and
state-of-the-art operating theatres
– Full pre and post-operative support
– Outstanding infection prevention
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3
Q Who are
Q:
my clinical team
and are they
specifically trained
in cosmetic
surgery?
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CONSIDERING COSMETIC SURGERY
A At Transform, your clinical team
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consists of a surgeon, consultant
anaesthetist, clinic nurse and ward
nurse – all of whom are trained
in cosmetic surgery to ensure you
receive outstanding care.
REASONS TO FEEL REASSURED
– Your surgeon will always give best advice
and answer all your questions
– Your consultant anaesthetist will provide
the highest standard of care
– Your clinic nurse will be an experienced
cosmetic surgery nurse
– Your ward nurse will provide you with all
the help and support you require
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Our clinical teams have true
empathy with our patients, all
choosing to work in the field
of cosmetic surgery.
4
Q What safety regulations
Q:
and tests have my breast
implants undergone?
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CONSIDERING COSMETIC SURGERY
A At Transform, we use Allergan Natrelle implants,
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which are put through rigorous checks to ensure
their quality and durability. They are produced by
one of the world’s leading providers.
We commit a great deal of time
and effort to ensure all the
products we use are of the very
highest standard, something all
patients should demand.
REASONS TO FEEL REASSURED
Allergan Natrelle implants:
– 146 separate quality checks
– Exceptional safety record
– Outer layers made up of 6 protective layers
– BIOCELL surface texturisation
– CE marked, USFDA* approved and carrying
globally recognised quality standards
*United States Food & Drug Administration
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5
Q How will I be
Q
looked after following
my operation?
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CONSIDERING COSMETIC SURGERY
Our fully-equipped recovery rooms
are designed to provide patients
with comfort and privacy. Nurses
are always on hand to monitor your
post-op recovery.
A At Transform, you’ll
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recover in one of our
specialist hospitals
and be looked after
by your ward nurse.
How you’re cared for
after your surgery is
as important as the
surgery itself.
REASONS TO FEEL REASSURED
– Your surgeon and ward nurse will visit you
before leaving hospital to ensure all is well
– You’ll receive advice on the do’s and dont’s
to help with a successful recovery
– You’ll attend a follow-up appointment to
remove your stitches and to check on your
healing
– A review with your surgeon will be booked
to discuss your result and provide any
further recommendations
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6
Q What does my
Q:
aftercare really cover?
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CONSIDERING COSMETIC SURGERY
A At Transform, you’ll be covered by our
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standard 3-year aftercare programme
but we also offer ‘Extended’ aftercare
of up to 10 years for those of you who
want extra peace of mind.
REASONS TO FEEL REASSURED
3-year aftercare
– 24 hour patient helpline – so you can
contact our clinical team at all times
– Free access to your surgeon at any time
before or after your procedure.
– 3 year re-admission policy
Extended aftercare
– 10 years re-admission surgery for Allergan
Natrelle patients
– 6 years re-admission for all other
procedures
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Whether you go ahead with
Transform or not, you owe it to
yourself to research the ‘aftercare’
offered. All too often, terms like
‘lifetime’ or ‘unlimited’ aftercare are
bandied around and have no real
meaning. Wherever you choose
to have your operation make sure
aftercare isn’t an afterthought.