Beyond Aesthetics: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery - Part 1

In Part 1 of this exclusive Daktari Tone conversation, we step into the world of plastic and reconstructive surgery with Dr. Andrew Were, a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Founder of Refine Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Centre, Nairobi.

With more than 15 years of medical experience, Dr. Were takes us beyond the common perception that plastic surgery is simply about appearance. He explains what plastic surgery really involves, helping to separate facts from myths and misconceptions while highlighting its important role in reconstruction, healing, restoration and improving quality of life.

Dr. Were also shares his personal journey into plastic surgery, reflecting on the experiences and influences that shaped his career and his passion for helping patients through both aesthetic and reconstructive care.

The conversation also explores his contribution to Kenya’s healthcare sector through professional leadership and efforts to advance medical standards and patient care.

At the heart of the episode is a broader look at the art and science of plastic surgery—how technical expertise, patient needs and the human side of medicine come together to create meaningful transformation.

This is Part 1 of the conversation. In Part 2, we go deeper into reconstructive surgery, patient stories and the evolving future of aesthetic medicine in Kenya.

In this episode, we explore:
Plastic surgery explained • Reconstructive surgery • Aesthetic medicine • Myths and misconceptions • Dr. Were’s career journey • Patient-centred care • Medical leadership • Healing and transformation • The future of plastic surgery in Kenya