Health optimisation before surgery
Undergoing surgery—whether for reconstructive, aesthetic, or medical reasons—places significant demands on the body. While surgical technique is vital, how well a patient prepares their body beforehand can have a profound impact on recovery, results, and long-term health. This is where health optimisation before surgery plays a crucial role. In this article, a consultant plastic surgeon advises on how to give the immune system, skin, and metabolic processes the best possible foundation to heal, recover, and thrive after an operation.