My Philosophy
The relationship between a plastic surgeon and her patient is special.
Patients come to me because they voluntarily want to make changes. Those changes can be subtle or pronounced. The whole process of getting plastic surgery can be scary. I understand how you feel.
I have been on both sides of the equation, as a doctor I have counselled hundred’s of patients, and as a caregiver to my loved ones, I have had to deal with my colleagues and even I, as a medical professional have felt anxious and scared during those times. I just want you to know I empathise with you.
I am a conservative surgeon. What that means is, that I only perform procedures that I have full confidence in. The procedures I recommend are based on my experience, training and appreciation of its sound scientific principles. I tend to err towards lesser than more because it leads to better outcome and less complications.
Beauty is subjective. I appreciate a natural, soft look that takes into consideration ones ethnicity, facial structure and body build. Small changes, millimetres in fact, go a long way if done correctly. If you want to enhance your appearance subtley in such a way that your friends notice that you look attractive (more than you already are) but cannot place their finger on exactly why, then I think you and I will share a good doctor-patient relationship.
When I first meet you, I will take my time to understand your concerns and expectations and in return I will explain in depth, treatments that I think will be suitable for you. Each treatment will differ in level of invasiveness, cost, recovery time, risk, scarring and results. You will have all the information you need to make the right decision for you. This decision is a big one, there is no pressure to make it during the consult, I encourage you to take your time with it.
If I am unable to meet your expectations where what you consider your ideal clashes with my sense of art and aesthetics then I may have to say no to you. If I feel liposuction is better put off till you achieve weight loss or if I feel that oversized implants will only stress your petite frame, then I will have to say no to you.
In cases where I am unable to provide the necessary services, I am happy to refer you to my fellow plastic surgeons that I trust.
Notice my website has no before and after photos.Photos can be misleading. Lighting, timing and even the angle of the pose can dramatically alter what one sees. Furthermore, only the best outcomes get chosen for the before and after shots. Every surgeon and I mean every single one of us have had cases that don’t go exactly as planned. The competent surgeon will always have a plan on how to deal with these cases. Remember, you are unique, the way you heal is unique to you.
My website also does not have stock photos of gorgeous models who don’t look anything like you and me. We come in all shapes, sizes and colours and I celebrate that, not a standard of beauty forced upon us by “marketing” and the media.
I also adhere to the Malaysian Advertising Guidelines for Healthcare Facilities and Services which prohibit patient testimonials. So you won’t find any here.
If you have come this far, thank you. I wanted you to get an idea of the kind of doctor I am. I hope I can be of service to you, if not that is ok too.
When it’s the right patient doctor fit, you will feel it. If you don’t feel 100% that the doctor has your best interest at heart, don’t have the procedure. I wish you the best outcome in all your endeavours to better yourself, be that surgically or as a person.
Why not make an appointment to see if we fit?
Dr. Shamala D
SUNWAY MEDICAL CENTRE
ESADSA HOUSE
