In Yiddish we have a word ‘ bashert’. As best as I am able translate it means ”by divine guidance’.

The circumstances in which I was guided to you and your 3 Angel, Annette, Wilma and Dee, can only be described as such.

The fact that you were recommended to me by the most trusted sources, the fact that when I called the surgery and was told by Annette that your slate was full for the next two months, I burst into tears. To then be assured by this most helpful and compassionate woman that there may be a cancellation and to find myself facing you in surgery within just a few days, can only be ‘bashert’.

The experience of meeting you, your practical, no nonsense approach and sense of humour , your understanding of my needs are unparalleled in my 70 years of medical procedures.

Having lost over 30kg in the past 3 years by adopting a new lifestyle and approach to food, I was still ‘ a fat bird or big chick’ as even the labels on my clothes defined me.

You and your ability to see behind the flesh that dangled and wobbled, your golden hands that revealed the me inside will remain in my heart and mind always.

Mere words can never express the gratitude and thanks nor the affection I came to feel for you and your wonderful ‘crew’. From my heart.

THANK YOU ALL

* Disclaimer: These are our patient stories and experiences. Your results may vary.

– Abdoplasty Patient

I underwent two procedures, performed by the very skilled surgeon Dr Paul McGarr, one being major surgery in December 2016 and more recently under local anaesthetic.

I cannot even begin to express the amazing experience I had with Dr McGarr and his support team, namely, Annette, Dee and Wilma. Being 53 years old I have had my fair share of visits to the doctors rooms, specialists, surgeons and so forth, and one thing I can confidently state is that Dr McGarr is the most dedicated, skilled and caring medical professional I have ever encountered. He patiently explained to me what I could expect before, during and after surgery and the risks that may come with the surgery. Once discharged from the hospital, Dr McGarr and his amazing team willingly gave of their time during and after-hours for either change of dressing or to address any concerns that I may have had.

The friendliness, patience and kindness that I received from three wonderful ladies meant so much to me. I ended up feeling as though I was part of the “family”. Thank you Annette, Dee and Wilma for making me feel so at ease. I can go on and on about the amazing experience I had so I will leave it here and just say thank you, thank you and thank you again to Dr McGarr, Annette, Dee and Wilma.

Eternally grateful! Thank you.
Karen Guy

* Disclaimer: These are our patient stories and experiences. Your results may vary.

– Abdominoplasty Patient

In 2013 I saw Dr PL McGarr to have my breasts redone as I had a bad experience before with a Plastic Surgeon. On meeting Dr McGarr I was impressed by his amazing bedside manners, the time he took to listen carefully to my concerns and what I wished for an outcome.

It wasn’t a simple procedure as he was fixing up the previous issues that I had been left with, however he explained the process and what he recommended and what I could expect. The time taken and explanation was so thorough.

He performed a Breast Augmentation on me, Breast Lift and did internal stitching to even out a breast that was out of place. He also decreased the size of my areola in a separate procedure as they had stretched in the previous operations.

I was so pleased with the outcome and would highly recommend Dr McGarr. Not only is Dr McGarr a great surgeon but he is an exceptionally kind and caring doctor. I have since built up a good relationship with both him and his staff as I visit every couple of months for botox. It is always a pleasure to visit this practice.

Regards
Monique Hall

* Disclaimer: These are our patient stories and experiences. Your results may vary.

– Breast Augmentation Patient

After losing weight and putting weight back again and again over the years I had developed loose skin in the lower stomach and on my back and my huge breasts where making me uncomfortable, so in 2014 I decided to have a Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation (Reduction).

I started researching the procedures and looking for a reputable Plastic Surgeon who I could trust to perform the procedure as you want a surgeon who is experienced and capable to entrust with the operation, as it is quite a major operation.

A friend of my son recommended Dr Paul McGarr as he had performed the procedure of putting in her breast implants and she was happy with what he had achieved.

I made an appointment with Dr McGarr to see if I met the criteria for the two procedures I wanted. Dr McGarr, after assessing if I met the criteria stated that I am a candidate for a Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation (Breast Reduction), he then explained to me in detail what he would do and what I could expect from the procedure, he also showed me some of the before and after photo of some of his passed cases. He made me feel comfortable to go ahead and have the procedure.

After the operation and once the wounds had healed I was so impressed with what Dr McGarr had done for me, if I had to do it over I would, my only regret is I didn’t do it sooner. I am more confident and happy with my stomach and my breast; it is the best I have ever felt.

My scars are almost undetectable. Dr McGarr changed my life. I would recommend Dr McGarr to anyone who is looking to better their body image.

I am going back to Dr McGarr to do an outer and inner thigh lift.

Karen Fobian

* Disclaimer: These are our patient stories and experiences. Your results may vary.

– Abdominoplasty/Liposuction Patient

I was diagnosed with DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma in Situ) on the 24th December 2014 on the 27th December I was scheduled to have a mastectomy of my right breast. Further tests from the Mastectomy confirmed that all the cancer had been removed and I was able to proceed with breast reconstruction. After chatting to a few people I decided that I wanted to proceed with full reconstruction as opposed to having a prosthetic as I am still relatively young and the mastectomy in itself was a very maiming and “de-facing” procedure and I needed to feel whole again.

I started researching who specialised in Breast Reconstruction and was surprised to see that there were only a handful of these very skilled surgeons in South Africa. I am from Kwa-Zulu Natal and Dr McGarr was listed, so I took a chance and gave his rooms a call. On the 27th February 2015 my journey began.

As each case is decided on its individual merit and uniqueness, it took a few consultations and many tears upon which we decided to go with the abdominal flap technique. The 1st part of the reconstruction was scheduled for April the 9th 2015 and was followed by another surgery in July and multiple procedures thereafter.

On Tuesday the 7th of June 2016, more than a year after my first consultation with Dr McGarr, I have finished my journey and he has managed to restore something that I truly thought I had lost forever. The breast that he was able to create is nothing short of a miracle and could not be closer to being my natural breast.

He is truly one of the most caring medical professionals that I have ever had the honour of dealing with. Not once did he ever make me feel as if I were just another patient or a number on a file. To him, I was a woman who had lost something that is very much what defines us as women and he understood exactly how I felt and undertook to do his very best to assist in healing me with dignity and respect, always being at the forefront.

I can honestly and with an open heart recommend Dr McGarr and his amazing team Annette, Dee and Wilma to anyone who may need anything done. If it were not for Dr McGarr and his girls, especially Annette, I don’t think I would have had the strength to follow through until the end of my journey.

My new scars and “New” body have made me realise that life is way too short to sweat the small stuff and that we should never take anything for granted. Appreciate the body that you have now and the way that you look because it can all change in an instant.

From every wound there is a scar, and every scar tells a story. A story that says, I survived…………..”.

Madelein Zandberg

* Disclaimer: These are our patient stories and experiences. Your results may vary.

– Breast Reconstruction Patient