BUMS TUMS and GUMS

24/03/2026

We had such an amazing trip. We talk so much about cosmetic surgery and orthopaedics, but we don’t often mention the incredible dentistry that happens there too.

Two amazing ladies had struggled with their teeth for years—to the point they were loose and wobbly—and for 2 people still in their prime of her life, it was really getting them down.

Just look at the difference in a matter of 18 days… absolutely life-changing.

21/03/2026

From shocking teeth to film star smiles in just 18 days.

It’s not just about changing teeth — it’s about transforming confidence, how you feel when you walk into a room, and finally loving your smile again. Claire from New Plymouth, her teeth were going from bad to worse but our dental surgeon in India transformed her smile , fixing her teeth all on our one trip.

Real people, real journeys, incredible results. Next es**rted surgical and dental trip 13 June.

20/03/2026

One week on and I just had the stitches out today! Still a little bruising, but I reckon another week and it’ll be completely gone. I was invited to do a TV show in India, and instead of hiding the surgery, I ditched the sunglasses and did the whole show as I was. Figured if I can trust these surgeons, others can too – no hiding, just honest results.

20/03/2026

What a crew it’s been up in Mumbai… honestly, the kind of group that reminds you why you do this.
Seeing people take those first proper steps again after years of painful hips and knees never gets old – it’s pure magic every single time. Then there are the mummy makeovers… one of our ladies had 7kg removed from her tummy and breasts – that’s basically a bowling ball! Absolutely mind-blowing.
But just as special are the evenings – sitting down together, sharing stories, laughs, and a few cheeky moments over dinner with such a mix of ages and personalities. It’s not just about the surgeries… it’s the people, the journey, and the memories we create along the way.

19/03/2026

It’s never just about the surgery.

It’s the colours that greet you the moment you arrive, vibrant and alive in every corner. It’s the unexpected adventures, the stories you collect along the way, and the laughter that seems to come so easily when you’re sharing the journey with others walking a similar path.

India has a way of turning a medical trip into something far richer. It becomes an experience — one that stays with you long after you’ve returned home.

If you’ve been thinking about taking that step, perhaps it’s time to make it more than just a procedure. Come for the care, stay for the journey, and leave with something truly unforgettable. Next trip 13 June

19/03/2026

What star you are my friend, I love seeing less of my patients who then become friends, as they lose those kilos. Next trip to San Diego and Mexico 07 August

14/03/2026

Because airfares are on special at the moment, I thought it was worth letting people know about an option for those considering bariatric surgery without having to travel through some of the more complicated or uncertain airspace routes.

There are currently good fares available from Auckland to Los Angeles with Air New Zealand. You are very welcome to book your own flights,as the air NZ sale ends on Sunday 15th,.

I will be running a short and relaxed tour departing Auckland on the evening of 7 August for nine nights. However, I can also organ those that want to go individually and get you picked up. The itinerary in August includes 3 days in San Diego both before and after surgery, along with three nights in Mexico for the medical side of the trip.

I’m currently in Mumbai with a group of 21 until the middle of next week, but for those who have been thinking about it, the airfares to Los Angeles are particularly good right now. I actually booked a few people today, so the group is already coming together nicely, and I still have room for a few more if anyone is interested.

Feel free to message me if you’d like more details. info@jbtg.co.nz

13/03/2026

As promised, here’s the daily show and tell of my lower eye adventure.
No sneaky shopping trips for me — people keep looking at me with that “oh you poor thing” face because they all think I’ve had some terrible accident. It’s actually quite funny. Not only do we already stand out because we’re clearly not from India, but now there’s also this foreign woman wandering around with spectacular bruises around both eyes.
All in the noble pursuit of looking fabulous, of course. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s episode of “what on earth has she done now?”

11/03/2026

11/03/2026

Spoiler alert: I’ve just had lower eyelid surgery. The only ouch moment was the injection at the start, after that it was plain sailing. Honestly, I could have drifted off to sleep and the whole thing took about two hours.

I’ll be rocking a bit of tape under the eyes for the next couple of days, and then it’s about a two-week glide back to normal. I’ve posted the before videos, and afterwards the surgeon showed me the little pockets of fat she removed. I’ll keep the updates coming each day as the recovery unfolds.

08/03/2026

We’re now one week into the tour and what a week it has been.

Knees have been resurfaced, hips replaced, tummies removed, breasts lifted, teeth taken out and new ones put in, and even a few spines adjusted along the way. Every evening those staying at the hotel gather together for dinner, while the patients in hospital slowly shuffle from room to room visiting each other and catching up on the day’s news.

Today I took the dental group out for a little outing to one of the vintage markets, which was a nice change of scenery. On our very first day the entire group also did a coach tour of the city, with yours truly back on the microphone as tour guide — a role I seem to slip back into very naturally.

The results we’re seeing already are pretty remarkable. One lady has had 7 kilos of fat removed during her mummy makeover and is now looking down at a beautifully flat stomach. Another has a lovely new pinched waistline, and I have people happily walking along the hospital corridors who arrived here needing a wheelchair.

All in all, it’s been a very successful trip so far.