Charles Durrant and Simon Heppell, co-founders of Adnova Clinic, have over 40 years of combined Plastic Surgery experience. They specialize in complex breast reconstruction, are on the GMC Specialist Register, hold FRCS(Plast), and are members of BAPRAS and BAAPS.
Tim Biggs, Consultant Rhinologist, holds MB BCh, DOHNS, PhD in Rhinology, and FRCS (ORL-HNS). He specializes in complex nasal surgeries, is on the GMC Specialist Register for Otolaryngology, and is a member of ENT-UK and the British Society of Facial Plastic Surgery.
Raina Rodrigues, joining Adnova in October, is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon with an MSc in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, PhD in wound healing, and FRCS (Plast). She specializes in facial aesthetic surgery and restorative gynaecology, works as an NHS consultant in skin cancer and Mohs surgery, and is a member of BAAPS and CAPSCO.
Charles qualified from St. Mary’s Hospital Medical School, part of Imperial College London, in 1999.
After completing his general surgical training he was appointed to the highly regarded London Pan-Thames Regional Specialist Training Programme in Plastic Surgery.
He achieved the highest mark in the United Kingdom for the FRCS(Plast) exit exam and has received several awards and grants that have enabled him to study abroad the latest techniques in this exciting speciality.
He trained in Plastic Surgery for 8 years before he took up his current post as NHS Consultant in Plastic Surgery at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth.
Charles is on the GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery (4673358) and is a full member of the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS).
As well as being comprehensively trained in all aspects of reconstructive surgery, Charles has received aesthetic training throughout his plastic surgery training. He has also undergone dedicated aesthetic and cosmetic fellowships at the McIndoe Surgical Centre in Australia. He regularly attends national and international conferences in both reconstructive and aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Charles performs all of his day surgery operating at Adnova Clinic but also works closely with the Nuffield Health Group and Spire Healthcare to provide a wide range of cosmetic surgery procedures that may not be suitable for day surgery. He is also recognised by all major providers of health insurance.
Charles’ main NHS interest lies in breast reconstruction following cancer surgery or congenital deformities and asymmetry. His philosophy is that not only can techniques involved in the reconstructive aspects of plastic surgery be translated to cosmetic practice but also that the operating surgeon must have exquisite knowledge of both reconstructive and cosmetic surgical principles to achieve the best outcomes in terms of both form and function.
Charles has a specific interest in the ethical issues surrounding plastic surgery. He used both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery as the central point of his Master’s thesis in Medical Ethics. Charles believes that, although Plastic Surgery rarely provides an opportunity for life-saving surgery, the opportunities for quality-of-life-saving surgery make it the most satisfying speciality there is.
Charles enjoys rugby coaching and refereeing, music and theatre. He lives on the South Coast and is married with 3 children.
Simon qualified in medicine at the University of Leicester in 1993 followed by Officer Training at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst.
He continued his surgical training in Leicester, London, Frimley Park and Southampton. During this time, he attained FRCS(Ed) at Southampton and FRCSEd(Plast) at Oxford.
He gained a well rounded general exposure before specialising in Plastic Surgery.
Mr Heppell’s Plastic Surgery training started in 1996 at Royal Hospital Haslar and continued at East Grinstead, Stoke Mandeville, Salisbury and Oxford. Throughout this period, Mr Heppell received thorough training in all aspects of Plastic Surgery: Breast Surgery, Hand Surgery, Burns, Craniofacial Surgery and Reconstruction. After passing the specialist Plastic Surgery examinations FRCS(Plast), he then completed a specialist fellowship in Breast Reconstructive Surgery in Toronto, Canada and a Microvascular Reconstruction fellowship in Winnipeg, Canada.
Mr Heppell has published several articles and is a contributor to the Oxford Handbook in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
As a member of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Mr Heppell has worked in Northern Ireland, Germany and Cyprus and has been deployed to Afghanistan treating many war casualties.
Mr Heppell took up his NHS post as Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in 2007. His specialist interests include all aspects of Breast Surgery (Reconstruction and Cosmetic), Skin Cancer, and Microvascular Reconstruction.
He regularly performs Breast Augmentation (Enlargement), Mastopexy (Uplift), Reduction, Gynaecomastia correction, Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck) and Skin Cancer excision and reconstruction.
Married to a GP, he now lives in the Portsmouth area with his wife and two boys. They all enjoy travelling, skiing and sport.
Tim qualified in medicine from Cardiff University and after an initial career as a British Army Medical Officer and completing his basic surgical training, he was awarded a highly competitive NIHR Academic Training Pathway in Otolaryngology (ENT) Surgery. He completed his higher surgical training in the Wessex Deanery, specialising in Rhinology (surgery of the nose and sinuses). Towards the end of his training, following the completion of a PhD in Rhinology, he was awarded and completed the British Rhinology Society (BRS) Advanced Rhinology Fellowship and an Advanced Rhinology and Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship (including complex Rhinoplasty and skin cancer) at Winchester, Andover and Southampton Hospitals.
Tim has a strong academic and research background having published over 60 peer reviewed articles, undertaken over 30 national/international presentations, and been awarded over 25 prizes & fellowships. He is on the specialist GMC register for Otolaryngology (ENT) and member of ENT-UK and the British Society of Facial Plastic Surgery.
As a Consultant Rhinologist, Tim undertakes a variety of complex nasal surgeries, but his main interest lies in Rhinoplasty. He has a large NHS Rhinoplasty practice, which means he undertakes this procedure very regularly.
Tim utilises a number of advanced Rhinoplasty techniques which include Piezo (ultrasonic bone sculpture – which he uses for all his surgeries, both private and NHS), structural, open, preservation, and secondary/revision Rhinoplasty using donor rib reconstruction and fascia lata.
Tim is married and has two daughters. He enjoys travelling, kayaking and walking.
Website: https://www.timbiggs.co.uk/
Consultant Maxillofacial, Head & Neck Surgeon, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, UK
Research Lead, British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Alex Goodson is a consultant maxillofacial surgeon with subspecialisation in rejuvenating aesthetic facial plastic surgery and implants for total dental rehabilitation. He originally qualified in Medicine with an MBBS and an intercalated BSc from Imperial College London. He then completed early-years training in London, before going on to pursue his dental degree (BDS) from King’s College London, followed by the South Wales specialty training rotation and a subspecialist fellowship in head and neck surgery and complex facial reconstruction at the world-renowned Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. Mr Goodson has also obtained a PhD from the University of South Wales, focusing on 3D-printed titanium cranio-maxillofacial implants, from which he developed and patented novel facial implants, now distributed internationally.
He has over 40 peer-reviewed scientific publications and has authored numerous Maxilllofacial Surgery textbooks for both surgeons in-training and established consultants. He is a clinical supervisor to maxillofacial surgery trainees in Wessex as well as senior surgeons visiting on international fellowships.
For facial rejuvenation (both functional and cosmetic), he offers facelift, neck lift, blepharoplasty and brow lift. Outside of private practice, he is a busy NHS consultant maxillofacial (head and neck) surgeon dealing with both head and neck pathology and reconstruction in high volumes. He performs over 500 maxillofacial operations annually. Known internationally for his work in complex facial reconstruction, he is the current research lead for the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, following 3 years on their core council. He is the co-lead of the facial reanimation service and core member of both the skin cancer and head and neck multidisciplinary teams at Queen Alexandra Hospital.
He is passionate about improving functional and cosmetic outcomes in facial surgery. His ethical clinical approach means that he will provide an honest opinion of what is reasonably and realistically achievable, as well as the suitability, benefits and limitations of aesthetic facial surgery for each patient.
Raina Rodrigues is a consultant plastic surgeon with a specialist interest in facial aesthetic and rejuvenation surgery and restorative gynaecology. She is joining Adnova Clinic in October offering her expertise in eyelid surgery (upper and lower blepharoplasty), ear correction (pinnaplasty), split earlobe repair, earlobe rejuvenation, surgical lip lift procedures and labiaplasty surgery.
Since the dawn of her medical career, she has been passionate about understanding the intricacies of the human face; an interest that has led to 15 years’ experience in the above procedures as well as minimally invasive techniques involving botulinum toxin and dermal filler injections.
Having received her education and training in Malta, Sydney, and the UK, Raina is an award-winning surgeon who has gained a reputation for delivering the highest standards of care to her patients through meticulous attention to detail. She holds prestigious fellowships in Mohs surgery, skin cancer and facial reconstruction, as well as in cosmetic surgery (BAAPS and CAPSCO). With a strong academic background, including an MSC in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and PhD in complex wound healing she has earned international respect through numerous publications, presentations and teachings. She is an NHS consultant plastic surgeon sub-specialising in skin cancer and Mohs surgery at Salisbury District Hospital.
An art historian through an MA in Art History, Raina has examined the evolution of facial beauty over the centuries through portraiture. Her approach to facial aesthetic interventions synergistically combines science and art, setting her apart as a trusted expert in her field, with a focus on safely achieving beautiful natural results.
Her warm, yet professional demeanour ensures ample time for discussion, discouraging rushed decisions. Raina provides honest advice and prioritises the best interests, safety, and concerns of her patients. Her dedication, honesty, and thoroughness create a comfortable and knowledgeable environment for individual treatment.
At Adnova Clinic, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare with a patient-centred approach. Our team of highly skilled professionals combines cutting-edge medical technology with compassionate care to ensure the best outcomes for you and your loved ones. With a focus on personalised treatment plans, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to excellence, we strive to make every visit comfortable and effective.
Speak to a qualified and accredited medical professional today. The team at Adnova Clinic provide advice and treatments tailored to your needs, and it all starts with a consultation to discuss your goals.
Book a Consultationusually within 2 weeks
There is a 2 week cooling off period so anytime after that, usually within 1/3 months
no it is totally separate
no we only do day surgery
no only in the waiting room, the rest of the area is sterile
all acrylics yes, eyelashes only if it is facial surgery but they will be taped down
it depends on the area
not if you have a general anaesthetic, you need to be taken home and should have someone with you for 24 hours
usually mild walking is ok as soon as you can (depending on the surgery) but no full exercise for 6 weeks
short haul 4 weeks, long haul 6 weeks
yes you should stop all nicotine products at least 3 weeks before and after surgery
