Dr. Robert Whitfield, a plastic surgeon who specializes in breast explant surgery, discusses breast implant illness. He developed the SHARP program for recovery, testified to the FDA in 2019, and published a book and scientific paper in 2024.
In fact, just last week I had two different people on separate occasions ask me what would you do if you suspect your client is actually dealing with issues due to breast implant illness. So this is really topical. We're going to get into it here today even. I just noticed in the chat Heather shared for our live audience, she shared that she has two ruptured breast implants and a week from tomorrow is having explant surgery. So super, super topical. We've got lots of great questions. I want to introduce you to our Fantast guest. Dr. Robert Whitfield, MD, is a World renowned holistic plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He's an author and the leading expert in breast implant illness, known for his pioneering surgical techniques and groundbreaking no cut facelift, which we could probably have a whole other conversation about. With a deep specialization in oncology and Microsurgery, Dr. Whitfield is at the forefront of advanced breast explant procedures, delivering exceptional patient outcomes worldwide. His practice in Austin, Texas is built on the Strategic Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program, or sharp, which we're going to be talking about today. It's an innovative protocol that optimizes recovery and promotes comprehensive healing. Dr. Whitfield's work has earned him consistent recognition on the Texas Super Doctors list as one of the best doctors in America. He's hosted the popular podcast Breast Explant Surgery and Recovery where he shares patient stories, explores cutting edge treatments, and discusses the latest advancements in plastic surgery. Dr. Whitfield received his medical degree from the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine. He then completed six years of surgical training and a plastic surgery residency at Indiana University Medical Center. He then returned to Nevada for a microsurgery fellowship before settling down to practice and teach at the Medical College of Wisconsin for seven years. In 2012, Dr. Whitfield came to Austin and became renowned for his breast surgery expertise. In 2019, he was chosen to speak at the FDA hearings on breast implants and their safety. And in 2024, just last year, he published his first book, Sharp the Strategic Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program, to share his protocol and expertise in holistic surgical preparation and recovery. And the same year, he published his first scientific paper on microbial communities and associated biofilm and breast augmentation failure. So this man knows what he's talking about. Thank you so much for joining us, doctor.
