Laid Bare
Gill Baird
Laid Bare is a candid, behind‑the‑scenes podcast that pulls back the curtain on the world of cosmetic surgery. Each episode dives into the realities patients rarely see - from how surgical teams make decisions, to the safety standards, ethics, and regulations that shape every procedure.Through open conversations with medical directors, surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, and patient‑care experts, the podcast explores what really happens before, during, and after surgery. Listeners gain insight into patient selection, BMI considerations, surgical planning, complication management, and the honest reasons why not everyone is approved for treatment.Beyond the operating theatre, Laid Bare tackles the evolving landscape of private healthcare, the impact of social media, the boundaries of filming live surgeries, and the expectations patients bring to their cosmetic journeys. It also highlights emerging services - from aesthetics and laser treatments to dentistry and minor procedures - offeri