Mr Robert Winterton 2022-02-05 Person 5 5 0

Fleur-de-lis, muscle repair and lipo  - March 2021 After approx. 2 years of extensive research and observing results in preparation of my long awaited Tummy Tuck (20 years), I selected Mr Winterton as my first choice surgeon. With that, I made contact with his PA, Vicki, who arranged my first consultation. From the very start Vicki was efficient, responsive and friendly. As the first point of contact and therefore my first impression, she represented & continues to represent Mr Winterton perfectly. At my first consultation and after a very thorough examination, Mr Winterton, advised me I was a candidate for either a standard Tummy Tuck or a Fleur-de-lis. He explained clearly and concisely what results I could expect from both procedures, the benefits and drawbacks. For me the decision was simple, before I'd even entered his consultation room, I was hoping for a Fleur-de-lis. Whilst I fully understood the additional vertical scar is a trade-off too far for some, for me I just knew that unless the upper torse was addressed alongside the lower Tummy, I would never be fully satisfied with the end result. I spoke to Mr Winterton about my areas of concern, my expectations and feelings towards to FDL scaring as opposed to just a simple lower horizontal scar and talked about how I wanted to look and feel better about my appearance in clothes. On hearing this, he was in agreement that a FDL was the right choice for me. Whilst the thought of looking wonderful in a bikini and getting admiring glances on golden sands might be very appealing, it's probably not too realistic.... I'm practical enough to look at my starting point and what I was giving him to work with. I was 51 at the time, close to the max. end of acceptable BMI and have sustained large weight losses and gains over the years. He's a very good surgeon, but not a miracle worker!, haha. As I was so well researched prior to my first consultation, I knew and expected Mr Winterton to be professional and competent, but what I hadn't expected was his very understated, considerate and gentlemanly disposition. He has a quiet confidence that really appealed to me and I found so reassuring. He listened with intent, giving me time and attention when talking to him about about my wants/don't wants, likes/dislikes, and hopes for the end result. As my expectations were very realistic, and because we had a mutually honest conversation, I felt we were on the same page from the off, and before the end of my consultation, I was in no doubt that Mr Winterton was the surgeon for me. He advised me what the next stages would be, i.e. I'd receive a letter within the week outlining all we had discussed at this meeting. Then, if I wished to proceed further,  to speak with Vicki to book my surgery date and arrange a second consultation to go through everything again ensuring we both understand and agree the surgery plan. Aftercare - I now realise I had underestimated the importance of aftercare. I'd focused all my time on researching surgeons and the tummy tuck options, and given very little thought about post op aftercare and what to expect. I have been very lucky and only experienced a couple of minor healing concerns. As these things were completely new to me and I had no idea if they were normal, I felt I needed Mr Winterton's advice. Timing is everything and unfortunately, on the 2 occasions I have directly emailed him, it's been a Bank Holiday weekend. On both occasions he has replied to me within 2 hours. How amazing is that?! Not once in this whole process have I felt alone in managing my wounds or that I couldn't contact Mr Winterton, who went out of his way to ensure I was happy, comfortable and satisfied with his advice. Fast forward 11 months and I can't put into words how happy I am with my results. I am healing beautifully, my scars are neat, I love my belly button (now I can see it) and wow, my hour glass curves!!! Expectations of how I now look were not only realised, they were surpassed. However, just as importantly, is how my surgery has made me feel. I regained a confidence I thought had gone forever. I'm not young or slim, but I feel happy, confident and feminine with my shape and curves. I know how someone feels about themselves is completely out of Mr Winterton's hands, but I'm in no doubt my new found confidence is 100% down to this lovely man and brilliant surgeon. Thank you so much Mr Winterton