Macleod Trail Plastic Surgery

I had a laser treatment done with Marlee the Medical Aesthetician today, and just want to say what a great service I received today 10/10, she made me feel comfortable when I was nervous about the procedure, she explained everything clearly so that I know what to expect, and recommended wonderful skincare products that will work with my skin. Will definitely be back for more treatments with her. Highly recommend Marlee!!!

I had an abdominal last y in April 2023.Dr Humphries put all my concerns to rest, was very approachable and took time to answer any questions. His staff were all excellent ,would answer all questions I had anytime and gave me reassurance following surgery. The anaesthetist was wonderful and I had full confidence in him,I had no fears going into surgery. The follow up after care was excellent,I was seen promptly. I have nothing but good things to say about Dr Humphries,his staff and the surgical site.

Dr. Whidden and his staff treated me like an absolute QUEEN from the beginning to the end of this journey. Words cannot describe how happy I am with the results. Dr. Whiddens attentiveness to detail is impeccable. He really listens to what your goals are. He takes the time to educate you on what is realistic and will suit you best ! My chest wall caves in, more so on the right side. Making my right breast appear smaller. In Dr. Whiddens meticulous nature, he put a slightly bigger implant in the right breast (345cc) to make them symmetrical. (Left breast is 310cc) I never thought in my wildest dreams they could look this good! His skill is legendary… a true artist at work. The morning of surgery I was extremely nervous! Nurse Heather greeted me at the door and really supported me. She made me feel as comfortable and relaxed as I could be. She’s the BEST. Trista is also amazing. She is the sweetest person. Always promptly replying to any questions or concerns. I would definitely recommend Macleod Trail Plastic Surgery to any of my loved ones. You are cared for above and beyond here.

Dr Humphreys has always had great bed side manner, a comfortable approach and confident demeanour to him. This gives his patients the trust they need to have for someone who’s going to be doing reconstructive work on them. I’ve been his patient since 2009 and he’s done my 2 breast augmentations. With every surgery and pre/post op appointment he’s been extremely kind, relaxed and caring.

I am a single 31 year old female and have just had my breast reduction completed. I could not be happier with Dr. Humphreys attentiveness and kindness throughout the procedure! From the very beginning with his office, staff, to the consultation, operations team right down to post op, he has been amazing! I am currently at 3 days post op with minimal pain and feeling great! Will be posting pictures soon! Updated on 22 Feb 2019: It’s been exactly 15 days since I completed my breast reduction. The last two weeks have been tough. Some days better than others but overall doing great! Will make this a more frequent with updates! Still have some bruising and swelling in both breasts. The steri strips are coming off on their own at this point and my next follow up is in 3 weeks from today. Will post after that. Just added photos of the process thus far. Updated on 26 Nov 2019: A hectic year it has been!! Everything is healing so well! The scarring is minimal, and the swelling is starting to go down! I started my journey at a 36GG/34H, and as the swelling comes down and weight loss is just beginning, I am continuously going down, I am currently sitting at a 36 D/DD which is a fantastic feeling! All the ridges in my shoulders have now passed, and I have no more divets from bra straps (I never thought I would see the day :)) I will be posting pictures in the next week! Updated on 1 Mar 2020: I can’t believe it been over a year! I feel great and everything that I wanted has been able to come through. Before and after pictures are attached to show the amazing work that Dr.Humphrey did. The numbness is nearly corrected and I have about 90% feeling back on both breast. I have recently started working out and have noticed a huge difference in the quality of life. Due to an accident I have 10 day pre op I was bed written for a while but I am back on it and have lost 15 pounds since this picture :)

I choose Dr Whidden because he is known as the best plastic surgeon in Calgary. He had given me two sizes to choose from 415cc and 495cc. On surgery day Wednesday June 20th 1:00pm he recommended 445cc due to my petite frame. I am 5’2 110 pounds. Breast fed both my children for a year so my breast where destroyed. Very saggy. Dr. Whidden and Dr. Patel’s bedside manner was amazing. I was very scared as I have never under went surgery before, but every one at MacLeod Trail Plastic surgery made me feel very comfortable. My nurse was Karen and she was amazing. When I arrived with my fiancé on surgery day we where taken back to a quiet waiting room. They had me change into a gown and gave me a warm robe which was very comforting. Karen asked me a few questions then Dr Patel came in and answered all my questions. Dr whidden then came in did his markings and went over the final size and he definitely does know best. I walked into the Or and before I knew it I was waking up in the recovery room. I was shaking due to being cold Karen got me a warm blanket. I felt a lot of tightness but not any serious pain. I was very high on all the medications. They called my fiancé about 1 hour and 30 minutes after waking up to pick me up. Dr whidden had mentioned my surgery was a little difficult but I was to high to remember what he was saying. I was booked in for a post op appointment the next day which I think is just great that they see how you are doing the next day. Thursday 3:15 pm Dr. Whidden checked my breast said they where doing great. He told me that my pectoral muscles under neath where split in two or something of that sort something he does not really see but he was able to fix me right up. I went home the pain was bearable but I was getting severe migraines Friday night every time I took my antibiotics. My fiancé called the number and within 10 minutes Friday night about 7:30pm Dr. Whidden called me back after hours. Which just shows what a great surgeon he is. I am now 3 days post op not taking any pain medications because a headache is worse than the boob pain to me. The pain is not as bad as I thought. Just very tired and sore. They are very hard still and heavy but not as square as I normally see other patients. Will update again soon. Updated on 27 Jun 2018: It has been one week since my BA. I am finished my antibiotics today. I am not taking my pain medication every day but at the odd times , I need to I am having one at morning and one at night. I am not in excruciating pain. Just mostly discomfort from having to sleep at a 45 degree angle. And the fact that my breast feel like two bowling balls. They are a tad bit softer but still very heavy. Especially from having no weight on your chest too 445cc high profile, gummy bears. I can feel little bubbles at the top of my breast like air or water. I was told this will subside after a few weeks. Also from all my internet reading this seems quiet normal. I was able to change out of my surgical bra into a sports bra. A D36 as of right now. The sports bra is so much more comfortable. I bought a pack of 3 from Walmart for 20.00 which is great because I don’t know what my final size will be. The top of my breasts have slightly dropped. They are not as square yet. My two week check will be next week Thursday. I will update again at that time. My incisions are still taped up but from what I can see they look great. Very small and skinny. Updated on 17 Jul 2018: I am 4 days away from one month. I am in no pain at all. I can sleep on my side or my back. My breast have dropped so much. I was not required to do any massages or use a band. I also do not have to wear a bra if I don’t want too. My breast have softened up so much. I can push them together squeeze them. One breast is dropping into the pocket,and nipple area faster and filling out.

My experience with Dr. Whidden and the entire staff at Macleod Trail Plastic Surgery was 5 star. The facility, staff and Dr. Whidden himself are kind, professional, and outstanding when it comes to providing great service and beautiful results. I had a breast augmentation on March 21st, 2018. I am a 35 year old mother to two young children and was finally in a position to get the breast augmentation I had dreamed of for 20 years! Dr. Whidden was recommended to me by several other women who were thrilled with both their experience and results. I felt confident in choosing Dr. Whidden because the majority of his BA clients are mothers in my age range desiring natural looking results. I put my trust in Dr. Whidden to choose the right size for me and I am glad I did so - he nailed it. The day of surgery felt a bit like a trip to the spa. I was treated like royalty, the staff took great care of me and eased my sky-high nerves. I was shocked at how easy the entire procedure was. I laid down, closed my eyes and woke up feeling great, but with breasts! I felt completely attended to as I awoke from the anesthesia. I had barely any bruising and a quick recovery. I am only 8 days post op, but am already thrilled with my results. I can't wait to see my breasts settle and take shape! I am SO happy I went with Dr. Whidden and would enthusiastically recommend him to anyone looking to have a breast augmentation done. Thank you Macleod Trail Plastic Surgery!!

Dr. Humphreys was recommended to me by a friend. When I booked the consult it turned out he had fixed me up after I broke my nose in 2006. Odd coincidence, but maybe it was a sign. I was very nervous about the consult but is staff was so welcoming and put me at ease. Dr. Humphreys himself had lovely bedside manner and assured me immediately that I had abdominal separation and that I would be unlikely to fix it in the gym or by dieting. I asked if I should do my breasts as well and he said that he felt they were great for my frame and that he would not recommend doing anything to them. I appreciated that he did not try to upsell me and I booked the surgery. Leading up to the surgery his staff politely answered daily annoying email questions from me-I was so nervous! Day of, everything went smoothly and as I write this at 9 DPO I can tell you recovery has been really quite easy. I got my drain out yesterday and I am already so pleased with the results. I would recommend Dr. Humphreys to anyone. I am astounded by my results so far. His staff and facility are lovely, and he is so professional and nice. Most importantly, the results are better than I could have imagined.

I am 36Yrs Old with 2 kids - a 6 year old and a 2 year old. After I had my 2 year old, my breast size never went back to normal even after I stopped breastfeeding! Over time this is beginning to hurt my shoulders and back. Also it makes me hunch over. It's a vicious cycle for me as I joined crossfit to lose weight and get fit (hoping the breast will get smaller) however I am not able to participate in full exercises because of the weight of my breasts. My darling husband tried talking me into a Breast Reduction but I have been too scared. Finally here I am!!!! I had a consultation with the plastic surgeon in August 2017 and it went amazing. He is so professional yet so friendly ...I literally felt like I was having a conversation with a friend. My Surgery date is fixed and I'm a little nervous and have a lot to say ...I tend to ramble away ....I'm trying not to do that right now :) I will post details of my visit and also keep you all posted on how everything goes. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions or even just for a comment or Electronic Hug :) Updated on 27 Aug 2017: Yesterday I clocked 36! I didn't want any presents or something special and just wanted to sleep in!!! As a full time working wife and mom, my day couldn't have gone better! my sweet husband kept the kids occupied and I slept in till noon. I woke up to cake and lots of presents put together by them!!! Later in the evening we went to global fest finale and watched fireworks with friends. I am so nervous about my upcoming surgery , yesterday was so filled up I didn't have a second to worry about it! Updated on 29 Aug 2017: Today I it a call from Rocky View hospital - just to get more information about me and also to verify my mailing address. The lady told me she will be mailing everything I need to know about my upcoming surgery to me. Soooo curious!!! I'll put up whatever comes, if it may be of help to anyone. I decided to take a vacation day just before my surgery as I feel I will be too nervous at work. I am already a bag of emotions as it is! Can't believe I'm doing this -I haven't told my mum and my elder sisters. Don't want them to panic or try to talk me out of it. I hope It goes successful then it will not be so bad when I eventually tell them. Phew!!! Updated on 1 Sep 2017: Today I went to see my Doctor one more time before my procedure. Basically went over the paper work in regards to my Short Term Disability allowance meaning my insurance will pay me 70% of my salary for my time off work. I opted for the maximum healing time which is 6 weeks! I guess I will be needing it. He also gave a sick note so my husband can also get paid time off work! I'm so so happy and a little less nervous. I got my surgical bra and the antiseptic soap to use for the surgery day. I can't believe I'm going through with this, it feels so surreal ???? A nurse from Rocky View Hospital called me today to review my medical history. She talked to me about the pre-surgery and post. That was super helpful - you know I feel so ready for this I know exactly where to go to, what to do and who to talk to if the need arises. There so much support from the hospital and also from the Surgeon's office! Phew! It's been a long day! Updated on 1 Sep 2017: So my doctor told me I need only one surgery bra I paid $26.50CAD and a free travel size soap. The soap is really small but he said I need it only for the night before and on the morning of the surgery. Updated on 2 Sep 2017: When I get really really nervous about my fast approaching procedure - i calm my nerves by listing out reasons. Here is another reason why! Updated on 3 Sep 2017: I got this bra from the Surgeon's Office. Don't think it has a specific brand. Just part of the surgical supplies I guess! Here is a picture of the bra tag. Updated on 5 Sep 2017: Hey Guys! I got a tip from a fellow real selfer - snobbyblog that Electric Recliners are Alice saver post surgery! So I went on a hunt and got me a used one (almost new + fully functional). This gave me so much joy :) It comes with a massage feature which is a bonus for me. I can imagine trying to sit up or even get up from a flat bed will be a hassle - the lift feature will definitely come in handy! I'll post on here afterwards if the lift changer is a life saver post op! #FingersCrossed! Updated on 7 Sep 2017: The count down is on! Today I got the complete instruction manual from Rocky View Hospital in the mail. It's basically information on preparing myself for the surgery and also post op. -It has the contact number to the admitting office -time to call to confirm surgery -where to come to on the day of surgery -what to bring along ( I was advised not to bring my phone or credit cards etc.) hubby will bring all of that in my over night bag after the surgery - what to wear etc I am totally greatful to Real Self, I didn't find any new information in the manuals to be honest, as pretty much all my questions and much more has been covered here in this forum! :) and also by my surgeons office. It doesn't hurt to have it in writing though. Just to let anyone out there procrastinating or just plain scared to take the big step especially here in Alberta ... between Rocky View and the Surgeons office the support system is immense. Right now I'm just taking pictures for memory sakes ???? Updated on 10 Sep 2017: Just a few more days! I can't wait... earlier I was so nervous but I have had so many people on here and generally encouraging me! Thank you :) I was told not to come to the hospital on the day of surgery with my phone. My hubby can bring the phone to me after surgery - hospital can't be held liable for lost items. But i wanted selfies :( I got this book so to occupy myself while waiting :) - since I won't have my phone , to be honest, I couldn't wait and already started colouring. I love it!!!! Updated on 13 Sep 2017: I spent the most part of the day in bed just resting! Last week I checked my Blood Pressure it was so high my family doctor warned that if not controlled m surgery maybe postponed! That even spiked it more haha! (Don't you just hate that) Well she advised I cut down on salt and fries which I followed and it's gotten better -thankfully. I called Rocky View Hospital and my surgery has been scheduled for 12noon, though i have to go in 3 hours before.. just wondering what I'll be doing in all that time. Well I have my coloring book.. I'll keep you all posted! Updated on 15 Sep 2017: Surgery was successful!! I still had high blood pressure which caused a little complication. I will update full details in my next post when I'm less woozy from pain meds. Thank everyone who was praying with me!I'm home now and healing well! Updated on 16 Sep 2017: My surgery was scheduled for 12:30 noon September 14. it was successful and I was awake at 4:10pm I immediately noticed a shooting pain in my left Breast. It became so engorged and painful. I was so woozy and groggy and in horrible pain. My Surgeon (what an amazing doctor) he kept talking to me and ensuring my pain was managed. I honestly don't know what was going on. The big suspicion was my skyrocketing Blood Pressure that could have led to that. Anyway I had a catheter in and at 10:30pm i went back into surgery to fix the left breast. We came out round 1 am and was finally okay. This time bigger drains were used to ensure I drained out nicely. The anesthesiologist explained to me that they had difficulty with intubation. He recommended I get a Medical Alert Bracelet for that. #ScaryStuff I take this to be another benefit of my breast surgery. We discovered this in a controlled environment!! Anyway we stayed back in the hospital for a couple more hours and I was discharged at around 4pm on Friday after the drains were taken out. I'm healing very well. Still in pain meds so a scale of 0-10my pains or rather discomfort is a 2. My hubby got time off and he is helping with the kids so that helps 100% P.S the Recliner is a life saver!!!!!!!!! Updated on 21 Sep 2017: It’s been a week since my procedure an I must say I am healing very nicely! I’m 3 days off pain meds not even Tylenol :) I realized that the surgical bra I have was biting into my incisions and hurting so I went to Walmart and got this bralette as seen in my pictures and it’s very very comfortable like I usually use it when I want to take a break from my surgical bra and it’s Amazing! I got it if I can remember for like $10. Also I was so constipated by day 4 I couldn’t take it anymore I tried prunes I tried green tea, That didn’t help, so I walked into to a walk-in clinic and they gave me a laxative that I take every morning and so far I am beginning to be regular. I still sleep in my recliner ,I have no fear of rolling over to my side it’s amazing it’s a lifesaver actually :). To be honest, I don’t know what I would’ve done without the recliner it’s amazing I can’t like emphasize enough the benefits of this lift chair. Mine comes with a massage function, so i use that when I wake up in the middle of the night and can’t fall asleep. My first post op with my surgeon is on the 27th about a week from today so I will post updates then that’s when the Steri-Strips will be taken off. I can’t wait! :) Updated on 27 Sep 2017: The Visit went well.The Steri-Strip tapes were taken off and the stitches were removed where necessary. my PS give me a silicon gel to help with the scars. Basically I’m really really OK, maybe cos I’ve got the steri-stip tapes taken off my boobs feel a little sore than usual I took Tylenol I’m better. I’m very happy with my size I don’t feel any pain in my back and my shoulders anymore. I still am on medical leave so I spend the majority of the day in bed or relaxing. I will be able to say for sure how great I feel when I return back to work. I am a little worried about my left breast as it’s bigger and the shape looks a little bit different when you look at it from the side. My PS advised not to worry about it as it is as a result of the complication I had from high blood pressure that required a second surgery in the left breast on the same day. He says not to worry about it that should give it like another month it’s going to settle down and all the swelling will go away. So fingers crossed! Blog again in a bit hopefully everything should be perfect by then bye :) Updated on 14 Oct 2017: So happy with my boobs! I’m so so glad I made the choice ( one of my best decisions). the left breast has evened out. My nipples still feel super sensitive. I wince every time the shower spray hits them :) I got a scar treatment gel - rejuvasil from my PS for CAD50 and also got rose hip oil. My PS said it’s not a medical requirement to massage my breasts... I still do Cos I find it therapeutic :) The ident marks from before are fast fading out (also using the rose hip oil for that) My next visit to PS office is on 25th October, I’ll let you know how it goes. Hugs Updated on 15 Nov 2017: I know this is totally cliche ...but how time flies :) It’s 2 months already. Nothing changed I think. I still look like my one month milestone to me. My sleep is much better, I caught myself sleeping face down twice, I try not to (Wouldn’t want to risk anything ...you know!) I resumed back to work on the 6th November and I have 0% Back pain. I can confidently say IT WAS WORTH IT!!!! It’s winter and I live in Calgary, it’s so severe!!!!when the temperature drops I feel so much pain and twitches in my nipple area/ incisions. Does anyone know about this??? I will surely ask my PS on my next visit Updated on 17 Dec 2017: It’s been about 3 months and I feel I’m like 80% recovered. I started wearing underwire Bras but not for the the whole day, as I find my incisions still hurt. So it seems I’ll end up a D cup bigger than I thought but I like it! Been trying out cardio for over a week and so far so good. Still can’t lie on my tummy. It’s winter and sometime my breasts especially the nipples hurt all day long. I’m guessing it’s the cold! Saw my PS but he said I’m doing very well nothing to worry about! My next appointment with him is 3 months from now #Phew Updated on 4 Jan 2019: It’s Been over a year since my surgery I have lost over 20pounds nd wanted to show what my boobs look like. I definitely shrunk in my sides but bookies didn’t sag yay!

Dr. Paul Whidden, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the amazing Rhinoplasty experience I had at Macleod Trail Plastic Surgery this year, 2017. My big nose with the hump and the droopy tip was always something I wanted to change. Thank you for all your patience and professionalism when answering all my questions till I felt that I am comfortable to proceed with the procedure. Now, I feel that I am a new person and I absolutely love my new nose and how it fits perfectly with my look. You are truly a great and wonderful surgeon, more of an artist, and you know what, I can breath even better. The after procedure recovery was almost painless and I had minimal bruises and swelling. I really can't thank you enough!