The Top Surgery Podcast with Ioannis Ntanos

Join leading gender affirming surgeon and ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) and speech and language therapist Saskia Lilienfeld (they/she) as they explore the world of gender affirming voice. In this episode, Saskia discusses their path to this specialist area of voice therapy and their work to support clients with finding their authentic voice, whether they are looking to feminise, masculinise or neutralise the way they sound. Together, Ioannis and Saskia discuss the different components that make up our voice and how integral the way we sound is to the way we are perceived. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/ Find out more about Saskia’s work on her website https://www.slspeechtherapy.com/ Follow Saskia On Instagram at @_genderaffirming_voicecoach_ @sl_speech_therapy

In this episode of the Top Surgery Podcast, leading gender affirming surgeon and ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) is joined by SexologyUK director sex educator Tracey (they/them). Discussing Tracey’s work with the LGBT Foundation as a sex educator and relationship coach, the two discuss how sexual health can be an open aspect of daily life. The episode particularly touches on sex education around people who’ve gone through top surgery, and busting myths surrounding the queer community.  Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/  Learn more about Tracey’s work at https://sexologyuk.com/ and https://lgbt.foundation/

Leading gender affirming surgeon, Ioannis Ntanos (he/him), chats to Keri Blue (they/them) about their work as a barber providing gender affirming haircuts and a place where people can feel free to be their true selves. Ioannis and Keri talk about the importance of community spaces, separating hair from gender, and how affirming something as simple as a hair cut can be when it comes to the way we see ourselves and how we want others to see us. To find out more visit: www.affirmationstudios.co.uk Follow Keri on Instagram at @keribluebarber and @affirmationhair_studio Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

Therapeutic counsellor Marianne Oakes (she/her) joins leading gender affirming surgeon and ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) for this episode of the Top Surgery podcast. The pair discuss how gender incongruence can shape sex and intimacy, the impact on interpersonal relationships and the role that hormone replacement therapy can play. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

Leading gender affirming surgeon and ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) is joined by Kai (he/him) & Fin (he/him) as they discuss the complexities of supporting, and being supported by, a partner as they navigate top surgery and throughout the subsequent recovery period. The two guests share their experience of undergoing surgery while in a T4T (Trans for Trans) relationship, and the often unspoken difficulties - and joys - that come with it. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/ To find out more about Fin and Kai follow them on instagram: @itsfinnnnn25 @adventurewithkai.

Leading gender affirming surgeon, Ioannis Ntanos (he/him), is joined by hospital manager Rebecca Trafford (she/her) to discuss some of the key challenges around attitudes towards trans and non-binary patients, how to deliver more inclusive healthcare for all marginalised people and what makes a surgery elective. The conversation explores Rebecca’s experiences from her start as a Sister working in Accident and Emergency, to her current role as hospital manager. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

In this heartwarming episode of the Top Surgery Podcast, guests Sam (they/them) and Kat (she/her) chat about their experience as a couple. From Sam’s realisation of their gender identity to the journey of discovery that the couple has since been on including Sam’s choice of surgeon to perform their top surgery, and what the process entailed. Together, they reflect on the distinction between being an ally and accomplice and the steps we should all be taking to develop our skills in this area so that we can truly stand alongside the trans community when times get tough. Correction: at 4:48 Kat credits the book Hood Feminism as the first time she came across the differentiation between ally and accomplice. The author of the book is Mikki Kendall.    Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

Join leading gender affirming surgeon and ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) as he chats to colleague and producer of the show, Aby Hawker (she/her), about his plans to move his practice to Athens. In this episode, Ioannis reflects on his decade of medical experience in the UK, the challenges of working in gender affirming care in the UK and the opportunities that lie ahead for him and his patients in Greece. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) is joined by Scott Mosser (he/him), a leading gender affirming surgeon operating out of the US. The two compare their experiences serving trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming patients on both sides of the Atlantic.  This episode covers how they ended up working in this space, what they have learned from the community over the years and how that has informed their practice in gender affirming care.  Key words: BMI, referrals, cancer, drains, day case, reinnervation, Ehlers Danlos syndrome, revision. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

In this episode of the Top Surgery Podcast, Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) is joined by consultant dermatologist Bernard Ho (he/him) for a discussion on the key considerations when it comes to skin care before and after top surgery.  Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) discusses the benefits of 3D nipple tattoos for trans men and non-binary patients with tattoo artist Lucy Thompson (she/her). Together, Ioannis and Lucy guide listeners through patient considerations, what is unique about nipple tattooing and the complexities of working with scar tissue.  Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. Find Lucy Thompson on Instagram. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

In this episode of the Top Surgery Podcast, Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) is joined by junior doctor Alice Capper (she/her). The pair discuss how Alice became interested in gender affirming care, the barriers that young doctors face in terms of access to training, and the responsibilities that all medical practitioners have to confidently treat trans and non-binary patients. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. Find Alice Capper on X To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com

In this second episode taken from Ioannis Ntanos’ (he/him) top surgery masterclass, Freddy McConnell (he/him) hosts a thought-provoking panel discussion on gender affirming healthcare. Alongside several trans and non-binary guests, all of whom have first hand experience of navigating top surgery, Freddy explores the intricacies of patient need and the discrimination that often limits their access to care.   Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

For many patients coming in for top surgery, this will be their first experience of general anaesthetic. In this episode Ioannis chats with consultant anaesthetist Simon Bricker (he/him) about what patients can expect, how they can prepare and what can be done to ensure they feel as comfortable as possible. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

Dive into this special episode of The Top Surgery podcast with guest host Freddy McConnell (he/him). The panel was part of our Top Surgery Masterclass, a full day of training for medical professionals. Listen as leading gender affirming surgeon and ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) chats with professor of bioethics Rebecca Bennett (she/her) and journalist Freddy McConnell to explore the intricacies of informed consent in gender affirming surgery, as well as the ethical and legal challenges faced by medical practitioners in this area. Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

In this episode of the Top Surgery Podcast Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) shines a light on the story of returning guest Alex (he/him), who received a suspected cancer diagnosis during his top surgery consultation. Together, they discuss what happened next and what the outcomes were for Alex as he navigated this final hurdle on his journey to accessing his long-awaited gender affirming care.   Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

How do age, BMI and comorbidities affect access to top surgery? In this episode, Alex (he/him) shares his experience of transitioning in his sixties with leading gender affirmation surgeon Ioannis Ntanos (he/him). Exploring Alex’s story, they discuss the value of individualised care, peer-to-peer insight, and the challenge of weight loss before surgery.   Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/

UK leading gender affirmation surgeon, Ioannis Ntanos (he/him), chats to Nao (they/them) about their personal journey to top surgery. From overcoming medical mistrust to fears of general anaesthesia, this episode explores how medical teams can work with trans patients to develop confidence and affirm their identity.   Find Ioannis Ntanos on LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads. To find out more about top surgery, visit https://www.ioannisntanos.com/