Episodios

  • People Fly WHERE for Cosmetic Surgery?

    People Fly WHERE for Cosmetic Surgery?
    May 22 2025
    People trust Dr. Koehler so much they’re willing to travel for surgery—and the peaceful, private vibe in Fairhope makes recovery even better. After more than a decade away from Tulsa, his Oklahoma patients still come back to him for expert care and a familiar face.

    If you're thinking about traveling for cosmetic surgery, planning ahead is key. That means locking in your accommodations and travel plans well before your surgery date.

    Dr. Koehler explains why having a support person is a must during recovery, why traveling too soon after surgery is a bad idea, and why flexible return flights are a smart move.

    He also shares his go-to tips for navigating Fairhope, like local amenities and transportation, to help make your surgery and recovery as smooth and stress-free as possible.

    View our out-of-town patient resources

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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  • The Truth About Cosmetic Surgery Recovery

    The Truth About Cosmetic Surgery Recovery
    May 1 2025
    Dr. Koehler and Kirstin bust the most common myths about recovering from cosmetic surgery. If you’ve got surgery scaries, they’re here to calm your nerves, from setting realistic expectations to being totally ready for surgery.

    Recovery can be an emotional rollercoaster, but with the right support system around you, you'll breeze through it and come out looking better than ever.

    Find out what recovery timelines REALLY look like (and how to plan), how much bruising and swelling is normal (and when to worry), and what’s actually scary and what’s just part of the process.

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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  • One Surgery or Two? Demystifying Staged Breast Lift and Augmentation

    One Surgery or Two? Demystifying Staged Breast Lift and Augmentation
    Apr 17 2025
    Dr. Koehler and Kirstin demystify the decision-making process behind combining vs. staging breast lifts and augmentations.

    A breast lift (or as Dr. Koehler calls it, a “de-sagging” procedure) reshapes and lifts the breasts but doesn’t add fullness. That’s where implants come in.

    But here’s the catch: combining both procedures has a 25% revision rate. It’s one of the most complex breast surgeries, requiring precise alignment to get the best results.

    So, should you do both at once or stage them separately? What are the pros and cons? Who’s a good candidate for each approach? Dr. Koehler tailors his recommendations based on your anatomy and goals—but he won’t budge when it comes to patient safety.

    Find out why some people must stage their procedures, no if’s, and’s or but’s about it, the risks of combining a lift and augmentation, and how long you need to wait between surgeries.

    Read more about breast augmentation and breast lift

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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    19 m
  • Once It’s Done, Can It Be Undone? The Truth About Revision Cosmetic Surgery

    Once It’s Done, Can It Be Undone? The Truth About Revision Cosmetic Surgery
    Apr 3 2025
    The best way to avoid revision surgery is a solid game plan from the start, but sometimes revision is necessary.

    Dr. Koehler and Kirstin break down the ins and outs of revision surgery, from why patients change their minds to the unique challenges that come with do-overs.

    Find out what leads women to swap or remove their breast implants, why revision surgeries can be riskier than the first procedure, the limits of surgical reversibility, and the unique challenges certain scars can present.

    Learn about breast implant revision, a procedure Dr. Koehler specializes in

    Request a consult for revision surgery

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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    18 m
  • 10 Reasons Your Cosmetic Surgeon Might Say “No”

    10 Reasons Your Cosmetic Surgeon Might Say “No”
    Mar 20 2025
    Nobody likes hearing “no” from their cosmetic surgeon, but sometimes it’s the best thing for them. In fact, a little tough love can lead to better results in the long run.

    Alabama cosmetic surgeon Dr. James Koehler knows that saying no isn’t always easy, but it’s an important part of responsible patient care. He explains why he sometimes turns down requests for cosmetic procedures, whether it’s due to health concerns, smoking, unrealistic expectations, or outside pressures.

    At the end of the day, good surgeons think beyond the here and now. Dr. Koehler is all about long-term patient safety and well-being, even if that means passing up a procedure (and a paycheck!).

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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    21 m
  • The Truth About GLP-1s for Weight Loss

    The Truth About GLP-1s for Weight Loss
    Feb 27 2025
    Dr. James Koehler and Kirstin break down the myths vs. facts of GLP-1 weight loss meds. Are they the magic fix people think they are? What’s the difference between the two? And what really happens after the weight comes off?

    Dr. Koehler clears up common misconceptions, tells us what side effects to expect (and how to handle them), and explains why a cosmetic surgery office might just be the best place to get these meds.

    Spoiler: We help patients reach a healthier weight first—then fine-tune things with the right procedures for the best results.

    Find out:

    • What's the difference between semaglutide and tirzepatide?
    • How fast do people typically see results?
    • Surprise perks of GLP-1s beyond weight loss
    • Do these injections hurt? And what if you hate needles?
    • Are you losing muscle too? How do you keep your gains?
    • Once you hit your goal, what’s the maintenance plan?

    Learn more about our medical weight loss program

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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    25 m
  • Lose It AND Use It: The Magic of Lipo & Fat Transfer

    Lose It AND Use It: The Magic of Lipo & Fat Transfer
    Feb 13 2025
    Dr. Koehler and Kirstin discuss the art of taking fat out with liposuction—and putting it right back in with fat transfer. From sculpting waists to plumping booties (and even rejuvenating hands), they break down the techniques, the aftercare, and what really happens to all that fat.

    Gone are the days of manually chiseling away with liposuction. Dr. Koehler now uses power-assisted technology for a smoother, more precise process. And once that fat is out, it’s not always just tossed; it can be put to work, whether that’s adding volume to the right places or restoring a youthful touch.

    Find out:

    • Where are we typically removing fat from?
    • How much fat can you remove in one go?
    • Is lipo a weight loss solution or just a reshaping tool?
    • What is 360 lipo aside from a great marketing term?
    • How is high definition liposuction different from traditional lipo?
    • What is Renuvion?
    • When is CoolSculpting actually an option?
    • Why isn’t fat transfer the go-to for breast augmentation?
    • How much of the transferred fat actually sticks around?
    • What makes facial fat transfer different from body contouring?
    • What is nanofat?
    • What’s the recovery process really like?
    • How long does it take to see your new body shape?
    Read more about liposuction

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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    33 m
  • Cosmetic Surgeon Predicts Top Aesthetic Trends of 2025

    Cosmetic Surgeon Predicts Top Aesthetic Trends of 2025
    Jan 16 2025
    Predicting what will be hot in aesthetics in 2025, Dr. Koehler and Kirstin cover everything from the impact of weight loss medications to how social media is shaping the way we view body image and cosmetic procedures.

    Find out:

    • Are weight loss medications here to stay in aesthetics?
    • Could body contouring have its biggest year yet?
    • Is wellness, like hormone therapy, still growing in cosmetic practices?
    • Will liposuction and breast augmentation stay on top as the most popular procedures?
    • Why breast implant removal continues to gain momentum
    • The role AI might play in the future of cosmetic surgery
    • How social media influences the decision to “get work done”
    • The risks of traveling abroad for cheaper cosmetic surgery
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    Read more about breast augmentation and liposuction

    Read more about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and our medical weight loss program

    Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

    Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

    Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located off Highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

    To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to easternshoreplasticsurgery.com

    Follow Dr. Koehler and the team on Instagram @easternshorecosmeticsurgery

    And on TikTok @jameskoehlermd

    Watch Dr. Koehler & Kirstin on YouTube @JamesKoehlerMD

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