Our clinic
We achieve a high degree of patient satisfaction because we pay attention to detail. You will have an in-depth consultation with your surgeon, which starts with a discussion to understand your goals. In this way, the procedure is properly tailored to your needs. Your medical history will be reviewed, and an ultrasound scan will provide the complete picture of the muscle, fat, and gland tissue layers situated beneath the skin. This precise medical detail allows the surgeon to establish an accurate surgical plan. Before and after photos of past patients with similar grades of gynecomastia will help you visualise the results of surgery for your case. The consultation takes approximately one hour.
If you decide that surgery is right for you, a few additional medical tests will be carried to ensure your safety during the procedure. Your anaesthetist will ensure your comfort, and our two theatre nurses will assist.
Over the ensuing weeks after surgery, several follow up visits are scheduled to monitor the healing process. The nursing staff will check for any signs of wound infection, make adjustments to your compression garment, and provide treatments to help minimise scarring and reduce swelling.
“My condition was a source of constant embarrassment, and after seeing several practices, Dr. Alex was the only one in which I felt a genuine sympathy and understanding of my condition. I’m very happy to have chosen this clinic, as my aim of a flat chest has been achieved, and the staff were extremely helpful, and I can’t thank them enough for the kindness they all showed me. My recovery was monitored very closely, and I felt that my wellbeing was a genuine concern to them.”
Richard M, Swansea
Meet Dr Alex
Dr Alex is a cosmetic surgeon and dermatologist who has both UK and international credentials. She trained at the prestigious A. V. Vishnevsky Institute of Surgery in Moscow, where she was awarded the MD and PhD degrees with highest honors. In the UK since 1992, she was admitted onto the register of the Royal College of General Practitioners in 2000, and over the years has logged thousands of aesthetic surgery procedures. In addition, Dr. Alex has been board certified by both the International Division of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. Moreover, in 2017, she was named Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
In the UK, Dr. Alex has been a pioneer in establishing best practices for aesthetic surgery. She is past President of the British Association of Body Sculpting (BABS), of which she was a founding member. The association is a non-profit organisation working for the establishment and oversight of clinical practice standards, professional conduct, training, and continuous professional development of aesthetic surgery procedures. As part of the fellowship program offered by the BABS, she has trained many other UK surgeons in best practices for gynecomastia, liposuction, and facelifts.
Dr. Alex is a frequent speaker at international conferences, and has contributed many book chapters and peer-reviewed articles in medical journals. Her UK credentials can be reviewed online at the General Medical Council website. Her GMC registration number is 4688570.
Dr. Alex
Cosmetic Surgeon
Years of Experience: 25
Dr. Girish Vora
Consultant Anaesthetist
Years of Experience: 30
Marta Bartczak
Auxiliary Nurse
Years of Experience: 10
Ms Jelena Pasinina
HCA/ Student nurse
Our clinic
Treating patients since 2004, the GSC is located in the Harley Street enclave, the center of medical excellence in the UK. Our facilities are modern and comfortable, and our state-of-the-art equipment is key in helping our team bring to bear their years of combined expertise to achieve your goals.
Our clinic leadership has been CQC approved since 2011. We undergo regularly planned inspections, and each has resulted in high ratings. Highlights of key findings from our most recent inspection:
- The staff are qualified, skilled, and experienced
- Treatments and care are delivered in line with national guidance
- With regards to national averages, surgical outcomes for patients are good
- The team is diligent at keeping patients safe
- The clinic integrates good infection control practices
- Patient privacy and dignity is respected and upheld