Zenia's Surgery Holiday

Zenia chose Malaysia over Harley street for her surgery

Profession:	Care manager/Support worker
Age:	46
Country:	UK
Procedures:	Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck, Arm Lift
Cost of holiday:	Approximately £6,000 inclusive of surgery, hospital stay, 5-star accommodation for 21 days; all care and transfers on the ground in Malaysia Cost of just the procedures at home £18,000

 

Before Breast Lift	After Breast Lift

 

Zenia tells her story:

My problems began about 10 years ago, I needed to do something about my post-pregnancy and weight loss body. My tummy has bothered me since I was 18 years old and had my first child I decided I would have the surgery once I was in a financial position to do so...and this was because I could afford to go ahead as long as I had it done with Gorgeous Getaways.

I did not want to go to Europe as I had heard some bad press about unclean hospitals and botched surgeries, but my friend is Malaysian and his mum was a nurse in Malaysia and she assured me that they were the best in the world. I also did a lot of research, spoke to other satisfied Gorgeous Getaways clients and saw a British TV documentary that followed British women to Malaysia with Gorgeous Getaways. I was very impressed.

I wouldn't discourage it, but personally felt it was easier to recuperate alone, rest is a great healer without obligation to go sightseeing! I went alone as I wanted to do this my own way. Family can be over worried at your recovery and you may look worse than you feel. It can be more distressing for them than you!

Harley St versus Malaysia, it’s no competition!

I finally made my decision when I realized that excess skin does not go with exercise. My tummy looked like a bottom at the front! I had a previous consultation at a Harley medical place, and they wanted me to make my way to London, go home the next day after surgery, and then go back 6 weeks later for post op check-up. No after care, no meeting up with other clients only concerns about how quick could I book and pay!! They didn't care about my reason for surgery or give me any advice on post op care. Cost was an issue for me but not the sole reason for going with Gorgeous Getaways.

I met some wonderful new friends, and we did meet up at Gorgeous Getaways get togethers, but we also met up socially and privately. I was nervous before my holiday...but once I arrived and met the Gorgeous Getaways girls and my surgeon, I was totally excited and couldn't wait to go ahead.

I kept telling myself that if I wasn't happy once I got there that I was under no obligation and could just stay at the hotel for 21 days and come home! I had no money exchanged until I agreed to go ahead, so no lost deposits etc.

I told everyone that I was about to do something that I had only dreamt of and suddenly it was becoming a reality! I felt like I had won the lottery. I never thought having surgery for cosmetic reasons or that it was affordable and within my reach....just for the rich and famous! How wrong I was!

An amazing hospital

Dr Nasir was great, very charming and made me very certain I was in good hands. I trusted him implicitly. Prince Court Medical Centre was like a 5 star hotel!! Amazing! So clean and very up to date with all modern conveniences e.g. safety deposits box, kettle and TV etc.

I was up and about the next day after surgery. I believe it is better to get back to normal as soon as possible. In preparation, I took vitamin E and Arnica for one month before my surgery! I didn't do much more than walk about and lots of Dettol baths!!!!
Nothing of great interest happened to me, apart from meeting some very great girls, (including the staff) oh yes...Malaysian loos! They can be a little bit of a challenge when you have had a tummy tuck luckily there are usually western style available too!!

I was worried a little about a 13 hr flight and getting from London to Dorset...but thanks to Dr Nasir writing a letter to Malaysian Airlines explaining I had had surgery...I had four seats to myself and slept most of the journey.
Taking a leap of faith

I was excited about my family’s reaction...and couldn't wait to go shopping for trendy clothes.
Everyone thinks I look great and I act even more confidently than before . I am an intelligent woman but had had no body confidence since my husband left 8 years ago! No boyfriends or dates due to 'ugly body syndrome'. My friends say I am attractive but they didn't see my naked excuse for a body. I would like to be dating again. Yippee! Feel very body confident now as for my career...I work with adults with learning difficulties and I seem to have more fun with them now.

I feel I can throw anything on and look good.....no more rummaging through hundreds of clothes before I find something that covers the saggy belly...or has to hide my lopsided boobs and saggy arms.

If you ever feel that surgery is your only hope then you must take a leap of faith and tell yourself that you are worth it!!!

Imagine the day you can get up in the morning and love what you see in the mirror!!...feel confident to be at the front of the room and not sat in the corner...the day you can walk into most clothing stores and buy that lovely "little black dress" in the window that you would have only bought as a gift for your daughter!

You won't regret it

Don't take too many clothes...and do take loose and comfortable cotton items. Dettol is a must as it aids good healing...and take arnica pills by nelsons to aid in healing the bruising (amazingly quick results)

You won't regret it....but be 100% sure you can live with all that attention! Cos you will get plenty interest afterwards for sure.

I do not have any negative comments on my treatment before or after surgery. It was professionally dealt with. My physical and emotional care was well catered for. My escort to and from appointments were punctual; my nurses were more than efficient and very friendly.

Gorgeous Getaway staff visited me every day for a chat and to check if I had any concerns....(I had very few). As I have worked on most wards on several British hospitals, I know what good nursing/wards/care is and what is not! I can say that in Malaysia I was astounded at the cleanliness and professionalism of the hospital and the staff. My room was wonderful and my post op care incredible.

 

“I would, and have recommended Gorgeous Getaways to everyone and have told my family and friends that there is no better! ” Zenia

If you would like to speak to Zenia or other clients, please contact us at Gorgeous Getaways.