I started working in healthcare in 2003 as a Sports Massage Therapist. Following specialist training in working with problematic scarring, which included studying Bruno Chikly's Lymph Drainage Therapy, I began working with women who had radical mastectomies. This training and subsequent work was my introduction to the lymphatic system and how such gentle yet truly profound therapies could improve the lives of women living in constant pain.

In 2008 I completed my Lymphoedema Certification through Klose Training Inc. so I could further my knowledge of lymphatic problems. This meant I could incorporate the skills I had already learned in treating scarring to achieve even better results for my patients.

My first introduction to working with postoperative cosmetic plastic surgery patients was in 2010, and, if I'm honest, I felt completely out of my depth! Yes, I was a qualified lymphoedema and scar tissue therapist but working with postop patients was a whole different ball game! 

At that point, I didn't understand what happened to the body during surgery, or the potential risks and complications that can occur, despite all my previous training and experience. I often felt overwhelmed and worried that the treatments I gave someone who had just been through the massive trauma of a plastic surgery procedure might in fact be detrimental to their recovery. Not helping it. 

Fortunately, I was working in London Bridge Plastic Surgery where the lead surgeon and clinical nurse specialist were always at hand to answer my queries, allay my fears, and give me confidence. Being in the operating theatre and observing the various procedures gave me valuable insight into what happens during surgery. Eventually, my confidence grew to the point I knew I was benefiting our patients' recovery and optimising the results of their surgical procedure. 

In 2015 I opened my clinic Medical Therapies London Ltd in the renowned medical district of London, Harley Street, where I treated men and women from around the world. These patients included those following surgery for cancer, some already with established lymphoedema and those after venous and aesthetic plastic surgery.

That same year, I was invited to provide a Lymphoedema service for East Berkshire. For two years I provided a holistic approach to treating primary and secondary lymphoedema, which included Manual Lymph Drainage, Multilayer Bandaging, weight management and exercise classes.

Now, after twenty years of working in healthcare alongside some of the United Kingdom's leading specialists in the fields of Oncology, Dermatology, Lymphoedema, Venous Disease, and of course Plastic and Reconstructive surgery I want to share all that combined knowledge and experience with you.

In 2021, I developed the Aftercare Academy which provides cutting-edge, advanced training for Manual Lymph Drainage and Lymphoedema therapists like you, who want to gain confidence working with plastic surgery patients and know the treatments you provide are safe and effective, so you too can have the success I have when treating postoperative cosmetic plastic surgery patients.