Konfidence with Alex Karidis podcast coverage on GB News and in the media

Charting at #29 on Apple Mental Health Podcasts top 100, it was an exciting launch week for Konfidence with Alex Karidis. Dedicated features in Diarydirectory.com and Fashionmonitor.com highlighted the ‘deeply personal and insightful exploration of the emotional and psychological aspects behind plastic surgery. The 12-episode series delves into the often-overlooked motivations for cosmetic procedures’. On […]

Carey’s tummy tuck journey on Konfidence with Alex Karidis

Carey underwent a tummy tuck and lipoplasty in 2023 and, in our launch podcast of Konfidence with Alex Karidis, she explains the moment she realised her life – and body – had been transformed. Carey: I never thought I’d be somebody who had plastic surgery because I don’t make a lot of effort with my […]

Mr Alex Karidis talks to Aesthetic Medicine

Our medical director Mr Alex Karidis recently discussed the experience and expertise required to be one of London’s leading plastic surgeons. ‘Mr Alex Karidis is a registered plastic surgeon with the General Medical Council, having dedicated the last 27 years to cosmetic surgery. Practising privately since 1997, he has performed thousands of operations, ranging from […]

How to get rid of a mum tum

Approximately one in four women in the UK will deliver by caesarean section. Whether planned or due to complications during delivery, a C-section is now a normal part of the birthing experience for many women. Although a C-section is a relatively safe and straightforward procedure, it is not without risk and potential health complications both […]

Why Spring is the season for cosmetic surgery

As the weather warms and the flowers bloom, Spring is often seen as a time for new beginnings. This is why it’s also the season for cosmetic surgery, and there are several reasons why this is the perfect time to plan your procedure. If you’re interested in arranging a consultation this Spring, call 0207 432 […]

Five Celebrities With Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia, a condition characterised by the enlargement of male breast tissue, is more common than one might think. It’s estimated that up to 65% of men will be affected by it at some point in their lives, and this includes male celebrities who you may think embody fitness and health. Many men suffering from gynecomastia […]

Chest Fat vs Gynecomastia: How To Tell The Difference?

Social media’s pervasiveness isn’t just impacting women and their body image – a recent study found that two-thirds of men felt that social media affected their body confidence, and one in five felt pressured to look a certain way. As well as six-pack abs, a chiselled chest is seen as essential for achieving the perfect […]

What is an Apron Belly & How Can You Get Rid of It?

An apron belly, also known as a ‘mother’s apron’ or pannus stomach, is a common and often distressing concern after significant weight loss, as loose abdominal skin and excess fatty tissue hang over the abdomen. It is also often a concern for women after childbirth, hence the name. What is an apron belly? When you’ve […]

Liposuction vs Tummy Tuck: Which one is right for you?

The stomach is a common body concern for both men and women, particularly as we age and our metabolism becomes slower and less efficient. Age also often brings considerable lifestyle changes and greater stress. Our body reacts to stress by releasing the hormone cortisol, and elevated cortisol levels increase belly fat. What are the differences […]

Karidis Clinic in the media

As a leading London plastic surgeon with over 25 years’ experience in performing the full range of cosmetic surgery procedures, Mr Alex Karidis is regularly invited to comment by the press and TV on the latest developments in the field. Recently, he was invited on GB News with Nana Akua to discuss the risks of […]