Podcast
Podcast “Camenisch Unplugged ”
Camenisch Unplugged offers honest insights into the world of aesthetic medicine. Trends, methods and personal experiences—explained clearly and professionally.
For everyone interested in aesthetics, medicine and self-confidence. New episodes are released monthly on radio1.ch and all major podcast platforms.
What really lies behind plastic surgery? Is it simply a tool for pursuing superficial beauty ideals—or can it be a path towards self-worth, healing and a renewed quality of life?In this episode, I talk about my book “Mein Kunsthandwerk”. I share how the idea for the book first emerged, reflect on defining moments in my career and tell the moving stories of my patients. A conversation about responsibility, ethics and the art of changing lives with empathy.
Why is intimate surgery still considered a taboo subject? What concerns do affected women experience, and how can labiaplasty improve their quality of life? In conversation with Marc Jäggi from Radio 1, we explore the medical, emotional and social aspects, provide clear information and discuss real-life experiences from clinical practice.
In this episode, I speak with Dr Brigitte S. Muff, one of Switzerland’s first female chiefs of surgery. Together, we explore Dr Muff’s remarkable career, her commitment to advancing women and promoting ethical practice, as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by female doctors in a field that remains predominantly male. An inspiring conversation about careers, equality and the courage to forge your own path.
In this episode, I take a critical look at mommy makeovers. I explain which procedures are typically combined, what is realistically achievable, and where social media creates dangerous illusions. I speak openly about the risks, recovery periods and the emotional pressure many women feel to look “perfect” again after giving birth.
In this episode, I talk about a often underestimated part of any operation: aftercare. Why it is medically crucial, which mistakes patients most frequently make, and how you can actively contribute to the success of your treatment. A patient is also live in the studio, openly sharing how she experienced the preparation, healing process, and everyday life after the procedure. A direct, honest, and highly informative insight into the reality of surgical aftercare.
In this episode, I talk with my colleague and friend Dr. med. Alessia Lardi about the connection between aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery. What methods are available, how do patients’ expectations differ—and where do these two areas complement each other? A concise insight into two perspectives within a shared discipline.
What do plastic surgery and orthopedic foot surgery have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of “From Head to Toe,” Dr. Gerardo Maquieira and I talk about why aesthetics should never be considered in isolation — but always in interplay with function, alignment, and movement. Dr. Maquieira, an orthopedic surgeon and traumatologist specializing in the foot, brings international experience from Switzerland, Spain, and the United States — as well as a shared past with me at University Hospital Zurich (USZ), where we both treated severely injured patients. Our conversation explores beautiful versus healthy feet, high heels, hallux valgus, pregnancy, menopause, and the question of when aesthetic wishes make medical sense — and when they don’t. A podcast about the foundation of our body: honest, expert, and surprisingly holistic.
Botox, hyaluronic acid, biostimulators – these terms are everywhere these days. But what actually happens during an aesthetic medical injection? And why are experts suddenly talking about collagen stimulation instead of fillers?
In this discussion, I explain the three major categories of injectable treatments: botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid, and modern biostimulators. I’ll show you when each substance is used, why combination treatments are becoming increasingly common, and why new therapies are playing such a vital role, especially for those experiencing significant weight loss, such as from GLP-1 medications.
What exactly is beauty – and what does theology have to say about it? I speak with the Reformed minister Sibylle Forrer about the body, the soul and the desire to feel at ease in one’s own body.
Male breast enlargement – a topic hardly anyone talks about. Yet an astonishing number of men are affected: from true gynecomastia to so-called pseudogynecomastia. When is it simply fatty tissue – and when is it hormonally caused glandular tissue? What role do puberty, aging, medication, alcohol, or anabolic steroids play? And how significant is the psychological burden really? This episode explores the causes, shame, modern treatment options, and the question of when medical evaluation becomes important. An open conversation about a taboo topic that affects far more men than many people realize.
How important are ultrasound, mammography and MRI before breast surgery? When is one examination enough – and when is more needed? I discuss these questions with radiologist Prof. Dr. Nadia Mamisch-Saupe in the new podcast episode. A conversation about early detection, patient safety and why breast surgery is about far more than aesthetics.
Pain does not only arise in the body — sometimes it begins in the mind, in our experiences, or even in the way we see ourselves. Why do two people experience the same pain completely differently? When does acute pain turn into chronic suffering? And what role do fear and expectations play in pain processing? I discuss these questions with Dr. Roland Schreiber, specialist in surgery and pain specialist/neural therapist. Together, we explore the fascinating intersection between modern pain medicine and plastic surgery — from optimal preparation for surgery and pain memory to the question of whether emotional pain can be just as real as physical pain. A conversation about medicine, perception, and the surprisingly close connection between beauty and pain.
Together with Dr. Anna Burger and Dr. Alessia Marisa Lardi, I speak openly about our personal and professional journeys in a field that, despite the growing proportion of women, is still strongly dominated by men. The discussion focuses on experiences from everyday surgical practice, leadership responsibilities, equal opportunities and the question of how the culture of surgery needs to evolve in the future. The podcast combines personal stories with current figures, highlighting the progress that has already been made – and the areas where further action is still needed.
An honest conversation from woman to woman – about challenges, opportunities and the future of plastic surgery. A special thank you goes to Lou Albin of Albin Group AG, who made this fascinating conversation possible and moderated it.
Together with Dr. Anna Burger and Dr. Alessia Marisa Lardi, I speak openly about our personal and professional journeys in a field that, despite the growing proportion of women, is still strongly dominated by men. The discussion focuses on experiences from everyday surgical practice, leadership responsibilities, equal opportunities and the question of how the culture of surgery needs to evolve in the future. The podcast combines personal stories with current figures, highlighting the progress that has already been made – and the areas where further action is still needed.
An honest conversation from woman to woman – about challenges, opportunities and the future of plastic surgery. A special thank you goes to Lou Albin of Albin Group AG, who made this fascinating conversation possible and moderated it.
What does our gut have to do with our skin, wound healing, and overall well-being? More than many people might think.I speak with gastroenterologist Dr Julia Pilz about why gut health and aesthetics are more closely connected than they may seem at first.We discuss the microbiome and the gut-brain axis, nutrition and wound healing, as well as chronic inflammatory bowel diseases and what needs to be considered when undergoing aesthetic treatments while taking immunosuppressive medication.We also address topics that are often considered taboo: haemorrhoids, anal fissures, and the use of botulinum toxin. Together, we explore what truly benefits our gut – and where detoxes, colon cleanses, and other promises are more hype than help.
