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Dr Terry Dubrow on Botched, Ozempic And Plastic Surgery “They Put Concrete In Her Face!”

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Star of Botched and The Swan, Dr Terry Dubrow became one of reality TV’s most recognisable surgeons, but this conversation reveals what was really happening behind the shows that made him famous.

Terry looks back at the shows that made him famous, from the backlash surrounding The Swan and Bridalplasty to why he initially thought Botched was a terrible idea. He reflects on what producers pushed for behind the scenes, the moments he refused to cross a line with patients, and why surgical training can create the confidence - and “God complex” - needed to make life-or-death decisions.

He also confronts the darker side of cosmetic surgery, from dangerous BBLs and medical tourism to the rise of “looksmaxxing”. Terry revisits the patient no surgeon would touch after concrete-like material was injected into her face, and the operation he created after 11 other surgeons had refused to help her. He also explores how Ozempic, GLP-1s and rapid weight loss are changing the face of cosmetic medicine.

Away from surgery, Terry opens up about fame, family, staying strong at 67, and the extraordinary story of forging Heather Dubrow’s signature to get her onto The Real Housewives of Orange County. Funny, provocative and unexpectedly personal, this is Dr Terry Dubrow beyond Botched.

Dr Terry Dubrow, We Need To Talk

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00:00 Intro
02:20 Paul And Dr Terry Discuss PK
04:24 How Dr Terry Stays Fit At 67
09:03 Why Dr Terry Became a Cosmetic Surgeon
16:07 Dr Terry on The Swan and Its Controversy
24:46 Why The Swan Was Cancelled
27:02 Inside The Controversial Bridalplasty TV Show
36:06 Anthropic Ad
37:27 How Dr Terry Joined Real Housewives
41:59 How Botched Became A Hit
46:53 The Patient No Surgeon Would Touch
51:49 Rajee's Message To Dr Terry
56:50 Why BBLs Can Be Deadly
01:01:19 The Dangers Of Medical Tourism
01:04:33 Dr Terry Gives Paul Breast Implants
01:07:36 How Beauty Trends Change Surgery
01:12:12 Dr Terry On GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs
01:24:27 Why Looksmaxxing Is Dangerous
01:30:39 Inside Dr Terry's Marriage
01:33:18 What Fatherhood Taught Dr Terry
01:37:32 Dr Terry Reads Heather's Letter
01:41:11 Dr Terry's Most Memorable Conversation
01:43:21 Paul's Biggest Takeaways

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20 Comments

@WeNeedToTalk-Podcast Creator 3 weeks ago Pinned

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@TinySoul-WhenLifeBegins 3 weeks ago (edited)

“When you are younger you exercise to look good, when you are older you exercise to live longer” … love this a lot.

@Charlie-fx8vo 2 weeks ago

I had cosmetic surgery after a horrific car accident. I was 17. I'm 62 now, thank you to that surgeon!

@MarciD-u4d 3 weeks ago

Wow 😮 “You’re renting your body, and if you don’t look after it, don’t pay the rent, do the maintenance, you’re gonna be evicted” 😮 That hit me where it needed to! 👏🏃‍♀️🏋️‍♀️

@tibbs4000 3 weeks ago

Adult children do remember which parent showed up for their games and all the other 'mundane' things.

@valerierichmond426 3 weeks ago

I feel that I owe my life to 2 plastic surgeons in Edmonton, Alberta. I had what was referred to as a total facial smash from a terrible tire-tubing incident, where I ran into another person on the hill. I was lying on my stomach on the tube. You have absolutely no control; you can't even roll off. I broke a bone at the back of my neck from snapping my head back, my eye socket, nose, cheek, jawbone, forehead, and many teeth were smashed- not just clean breaks. I looked absolutely horrible. It took 3 surgeries over a year to put my face back to nearly what it had looked like before. It involved bone grafting from my hip- painful beyond belief.
The end result was looking normal again, but more than that I got my confidence back - finished my Master's degree and as a single parent, with 2 young girls managed to give us all a life. Without those doctors, I have no doubt that jobs I have had would not have been possible. My social life would have not been the same. I think of them all the time - with gratitude and love. I ran into one about 20 years after and when I identified myself, he remembered the surgeries and actually rubbed his hand together in satisfaction!

@Trackler_edits 3 weeks ago

1:23:00 he talks about ozempic effect on private parts 😊

@maribelcarranza7729 12 days ago

This is genuinely one of the most heartfelt interviews I’ve come across in years.

@emmarossman8530 12 days ago

I love watching Botched. Drs Dubrow and Nassif bring such hope and relief to suffering souls. It’s really heartwarming. I don’t think enough people realize what incredible work they do on that show 💛

@sueostergaard8691 2 weeks ago

Those hours you spend with the young kids will reflect on the older children.

@gailperry455 3 weeks ago

He might have a bit of a God complex but I would want him in my corner if I ever needed it.. he seems a very authentic man

@SandraLargaes 3 weeks ago (edited)

I’m really curious to see how GLP-1 drugs are viewed 10 years from now. What concerns me is how definitively Dr. Dubrow speaks about them, as if there’s no nuance or variation in how different bodies respond.

And honestly, promoting lifelong microdosing rather than emphasizing nutrition, exercise, and sustainable lifestyle changes feels wild to me. We’re talking about lifelong pharmaceutical dependence and spending.

Comparing Ozempic to AI as this overwhelmingly positive innovation also ignores the potential risks and unintended consequences. I’m eager to see the other side of this conversation.

Edit because I think my point is getting lost:

I’m not against GLP 1s for people who medically need them, just as I wouldn’t argue against testosterone when someone needs it medically, as an example. The concern is how quickly these medications have become normalized and promoted for cosmetic weight loss and even lifelong use among people who may not medically need them. And while GLP 1s have been around for years, that isn’t the same as having decades of data on this level of widespread use AND abuse as we’re starting to see. That’s the nuance I’m calling out. Please use your critical thinking skills here.

@gretchensaaduddin5123 2 weeks ago

As soon as you said cowboy boots, I knew you were talking about my colleague and acquaintance Dr Malcolm Lesavoy, one of my boss's (a urologist) best friend's. He even got him to do a comp surgery on my husband. He was so kind hearted and funny. One of a kind. His office was around the corner and down the hall, so he dropped by often to chat. I met so many absolutely talented doctors at UCLA in my 34 years in academic medicine. I even passed the urology boards, and was told by my boss that if I learned how to do surgery, I would put him out of business because the patients loved me. That was a very wonderful time with lots of hard work and rewards!!!

@JoFreestone 3 weeks ago

People ARE living longer, but are they living BETTER? Adults have the authority to take responsibility of themselves, others and the environment in the best way. The fact is many people will choose not to and will blame anything and everything else, apart from themselves, for their current situation. Adults have choices where babies, children and animals do not.

@marielysanchez2604 13 days ago

I had a car accident when I was 5 years old. My foot has a horrible scar that marks me for life. Kids used to call me names, and I remember having trauma after that; I used to cover my foot and try to always wear socks. My mom was a single mom with 3 kids, and after the last reconstruction surgery, they said she had to pay for surgery when I turned 16 to make my foot look better. I grew up and love sports that never stop me from doing what I love. I run a marathon and play volleyball...But I still have the trauma of showing this part in public; one day, I will be on the table for scar reconstruction with him ❤

@Joyearall 3 weeks ago

I love Terry Dubrow but let’s be real he lives in a different world to the rest of us. I expect he has his own gym, private chefs because Heather don’t cook so excellent nutrition. Rich people don’t have to search for food they can afford or cancel gym memberships because they cost so much and is something we’d love to be able to afford but in our real world most of what he and other rich people have is way beyond our means. He looks fabulous and I love his personality and I loved this interview. While I’m still waiting for 2 new knees on the NHS I’ll do as much as I can to stay strong.

@Lyn-o2b 3 weeks ago

Paul B. This is my first time watching you. I want to say to you, You have such a compassionate, loving, kind heart. And, really listen to your guests. You have gained a new follower today. I’m now going to listen to another one of your shows. God has blessed you with a special gift. ❤❤❤

@yvettecummings3418 2 weeks ago

So wrong about kids. My 16 year old remembers conversations we had years ago and has developed behaviour that is different from his father because he says I explained certain ideas when he was young. His love of science started with experiments in the kitchen during lock down when I had to take over his education. The part time gardening work that pays for his extras is because I spent time with him nurturing plants. Being present throughout a child’s life fundamentally shapes the adult.

@PopStandards5678 2 weeks ago

We love Dr Terry. He's so kind and caring to ALL of his patients regardless of their identity/background. The world needs more lovely souls like him.

@goertz8939 3 weeks ago

I found that children often remembered things about their childhood that they remembered in detail that as a parent you didn’t think at the time made a big impression. Often times these memories were around times they felt you made them feel special. I think much of these memories do make an impression on their development but as a parent you may be unaware of what experiences they are going to remember but I feel if you don’t make the time for memories they won’t happen.