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Can You Have Top Surgery Without Testosterone? Everything You Need to Know

Testosterone is not required for most patients undergoing FTM top surgery. Learn how eligibility is determined, how hormone therapy may influence surgical planning, and what to expect during your consultation

Double Incision vs. Keyhole Top Surgery: Which Is Right for You?

Choosing between double incision and keyhole top surgery depends on your anatomy, not personal preference. Learn how each procedure differs, who qualifies, and what to expect during recovery and your

How to Prepare for Top Surgery: Your Complete Guide to Getting Ready for FTM Chest Masculinization Surgery

Getting ready for FTM top surgery? This complete guide covers everything you need to know before chest masculinization surgery, including preparation, recovery planning, packing, and expert tips to help you

Top Surgery BMI Requirements Explained: Why BMI Matters for FTM Top Surgery

BMI is one of several factors surgeons consider when evaluating candidates for FTM top surgery. Learn how BMI relates to surgical safety, eligibility, and treatment planning, and what it means

5 Weird Things That Happen After Cosmetic Surgery

When we read about people transitioning gender, the focus is often on teenagers; in an emotive debate about access to school changing rooms and Guides camping trips, older trans people

Eat Raw, Be Beautiful

EAT RAW, BE BEAUTIFUL. So many reasons to eat raw fruits, veggies, and nuts. So, why don’t we all do it more often? It usually comes down to convenience and

Transitioning Later in Life

When we read about people transitioning gender, the focus is often on teenagers; in an emotive debate about access to school changing rooms and Guides camping trips, older trans people

Four Things You Don’t Know About Cosmetic Surgery History

Cosmetic Surgery Is Not A Modern Phenomenon. The history of cosmetic surgery goes as far back as 2000 B.C. In India and Egypt. In 600 B.C., the Indian doctor Acharya

Breast Cancer Screening After Breast & Chest Surgery

Breast Cancer Screening After Breast & Chest Surgery – Qnotes Article I was happy to see Jeff Taylor’s article in Qnotes exploring breast cancer risk and the transgender community. He

Cosmetic Concierge at the LGBT in the SOUTH Conference

Come see Dr. Hope Sherie Saturday, March 19th at the LGBT in the SOUTH Conference in Asheville, NC Dr. Hope Sherie, Practice Manager Noelle Thomas and Nurse Brynn Green will

Cosmetic Concierge Volunteers with NC MedAssist

CorfuCosmetic Concierge Volunteers with NC MedAssist Recently the staff of Cosmetic Concierge took time out to volunteer at the NC MedAssist monthly OTC (over the counter) give-away. We helped with

Cosmetic Concierge participates in a “Trans 101” panel presentation

“Trans 101” panel presentation The Mecklenburg Psychology Association (MPA) invited Cosmetic Concierge to participate in the “Trans 101” panel presentation to their members. The discussions were enlightening and we believe

The Cosmetic Concierge staff attended the NC MedAssist Executive Luncheon

Dispensing Hope Our Charlotte neighbors are truly “Dispensing Hope” by providing prescription medications and medical supplies to the 360,000 uninsured citizens of NC! Thank you NC MedAssist, Novant Health, and

Dr. Sherie to speak at the Annual Philadelphia Trans Health Conference

Dr. Sherie is honored to speak at the 15th Annual Philadelphia Trans Health Conference. The mission of the Philadelphia Trans Health Conference (PTHC) is to educate and empower trans individuals

Dr. Sherie Speaks at Transgender Surgeon Series

An Evening with Dr. Hope Sherie Cosmetic Concierge would like to thank psychologist David Bathory for inviting Dr. Sherie to be the first guest at his Transgender Surgeon Series in