I’d been considering surgery for quite a while. I did my research and planned to visit a couple of different clinics — but after meeting Mr James Smith, I knew I didn’t need to look any further.... See more
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We would like to extend a very warm welcome to Coppergate Clinic, your go-to Clinic for Plastic Surgery and Advanced Aesthetics in the heart of York. Formerly face etc... medispa, we have since rebranded to reflect our updated procedure and services menu. We still retain many of our face and body treatments with our wonderful team of Aesthetic Therapists, whilst expanding the surgical repertoire. As you will see from our surgical treatment menu, we are now offering an extended plastic surgery service encompassing breast, abdomen, body and face procedures under twilight and general anaesthetic. Patients can be assured of the continued expertise and exceptional treatment results on which the clinic has built it's reputation- delivered by the team of industry-leading surgeons, doctors, nurses and aestheticians they have come to trust. We would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your continued loyalty and support and look forward to welcoming you to the your go-to cosmetic surgery in York very soon. Please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange your complimentary consultation and find out more about our comprehensive range of services.
Coppergate Clinic | 8 Coppergate, YO1 9NR, York, United Kingdom
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Very impressed with Coppergate, I had bleph and am booked in for breast augmentation too with Mr Rhodes. All the staff are so lovely & professional, wouldn't go anywhere else for surgery now even though I live 2 hours away.

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The 2 ladies who looked after me were amazing, bex & Nicki thankyou
Made me feel really relaxed
I’m glad a made up my mind to go to Coppergate clinic York .

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All the team at Coppergate are very good, from receptionists through to surgeon. At all times in the process I felt I was dealing with people who knew what they were doing. In my case, I was under the care of Mr Rhodes, who I found to be reassuringly straight forward and down to earth and consultations with him felt open and easy. Initially we discussed concerns, after which he presented options. Subsequent consultations explored further those options, until we reached an agreement on how to proceed. I think the key thing is to feel some level of confidence and trust in your chosen surgeon and then to reach a point where you both feel comfortable with ‘the plan’. Confidence and trust in Mr Rhodes came from a combination of the many good reviews he and the clinic have gained and the conversations we had leading up to surgery. These combined, led me to believe I was in good hands and that’s as much about intuition and feeling as it is research and statistics. I would certainly recommend this clinic and Mr Rhodes - just decent. Nurses were very, very good too.

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Imagine allowing someone to see you at your most vulnerable and that person making you feel safe secure and heard. It was the calmest, coolest, most careful and considered backdrop to what can feel extremely overwhelming. Thank you James Smith and Coppergate Clinic for making me feel like my true self. ♥️

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I’m really pleased with the results of my upper blepharoplasty, which I had in September this year. I’m absolutely overjoyed with how my eyes look, and my confidence has risen massively as a result — I feel so happy! Mr. Waseem and the team were professional, reassuring, and attentive throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend them to anyone considering surgery or non-surgical treatments. If I ever decide to have any further procedures, I wouldn’t hesitate to return to the clinic again.

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✨ Confidence unlocked! ✨
I cannot speak highly enough of Mr James Smith and the incredible team at Coppergate Clinic in York. From the moment I walked through the doors, I felt supported, informed, and genuinely cared for. Special shoutout to the theatre team—professional, reassuring, and clearly masters of their craft—and to the aftercare staff who made recovery feel like a breeze.
Mr Smith himself? Utterly fantastic. His expertise, calm confidence, and attention to detail gave me results I hadn’t dared to dream of. My lipo-abdominoplasty has not only transformed my body but truly elevated my confidence. I feel like the best version of myself—and that’s priceless.
Huge thanks to everyone at Coppergate. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to return for future treatments or to recommend this fabulous clinic to anyone considering cosmetic surgery. You’re in the safest, kindest, most capable hands.

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I had an Upper Bleph on 8/10/25 with Dr Chris West and Nicki. I was really anxious but both Chris and Nicki put me at ease immediately & were really patient. Chris got my sense of humour and this really helped with my anxiety, & Nicki was so kind and held my hand & spoke to me all the way through the op. I arrived at 12pm and was back in my mum’s car by 1.15pm. I felt no real pain during the op & whilst I looked like Beetlejuice for a few days, I felt no pain during my recovery either. I absolutely love the results so far. I have eyelids again! Can’t wait to apply eye make up next week. Reception staff were also lovely - really helpful and spent time with you answering queries in detail. I had a call from Alison too when it came to removing the stitches, & she was brilliant. Overall a great experience & I’ll be recommending to all my friends. One has already booked a consultation. Dr Chris West is fantastic at what he does. Thank you to all involved :)

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Paid £150 for a consultation about upper eye lid surgery.
I was turned down within 1 minute of walking into the consultation room.
I was in the room for a total of 9 minutes.had travelled 2hours to get there.
I had also had consultations before hand with 3 other hospitals/clinics in the uk . I had heard of coppergate as my daughter lived in York for 4 years and told me about it .
All because I wanted to get the best outcome and get an understanding of the procedure and if I was suitable.
All 3 other hospitals/ clinics said yes I was but Coppergate said I was not.
So £150 down 😢

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Great service friendly and professional made to feel relaxed and talked through every step thankyou

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I had a wonderful visit to Coppergate Clinic for a vr facelift and lower blepharoplasty with a fat redrape by Mr Waseem Bhat back in June. Mr Bhat listened attentively to my concerns and provided a personalized treatment that yielded positive results. The care I received from Mr Bhat and the team on the day of surgery was exceptional. I was put at ease and cared for to a very high standard. The entire team at the clinic displayed a high level of professionalism and made me feel so comfortable throughout my visit. I highly recommend Coppergate Clinic and Mr Bhat if you are considering a surgical procedure. My results are wonderful. I am over the moon! He has done a wonderful job.Thanks so much to you all. I am sure I will see you again very soon.

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What made my experience five star was from the start to the finish was the professionalism and comprehensive information and attention regarding the pre and post operative procedures .
Mr. Rhodes a top notch Cosmetic surgeon was friendly and descriptive about the procedure’s.
The staff that he employs were excellent, skilled and had years of training.
Having a great and talented staff in my opinion, always ensures a skilled doctor and excellent results.
So a very big thank you to Mr. Rhodes, his Anaesthetist, theatre technician but in order of meeting them, Heather, Katie, Niki and Beth wonderful skilled team with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

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I haven’t used the clinic facilities. Went inside to enquire about services etc and was told that everything was done in three clinic rooms and all the information I wanted was on your web site and to look at that! Not really what I expected. It wasn’t the sort of interaction that made me want to book anything.

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I would like to thank Mr Rhodes for his patience, understanding,and more importantly his expertise when carrying out facial fat transfer, to replace fat loss after two botched procedures, carried out by 'experts' in Harley Street, London. My only regret is I didn't find Mr Rhodes sooner.
I'm now day 4 after having the fat transfer and also upper blepharoplasty. The swelling and bruising is exactly as explained to me by Orla, who took the time to check in on me the day after the procedures, which I really appreciated. It is very reassuring to know that there is someone at the end of the phone if you have any concerns, no matter the time or day.
All the staff who were involved in my care, Heather, Katie, Leigh, James were so professional and reassuring and nothing was too much trouble for them.
Thank you also to the staff on reception who were always friendly and welcoming.
First class service and first class staff.

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Had lower face VR lift, wasn’t happy with results so they agreed to do the procedure again free of charge. Although I was grateful for that, when it was done a second time, I was still not happy with the outcome. I’m going back to see Dr West in October

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I’m now on day four after my blepharoplasty surgery. The bruising and swelling are no where near as bad as I expected as I do bruise easily. Even with the swelling I can already start to see the results. Everyone I met at Coppergate Clinic was friendly, professional and reassuring. Ciarstan McCardle and her lovely assistant were amazing, they could see how nervous I was and they were so patient and kind. Alison has been really helpful in answering my post operation questions. I highly recommend Coppergate Clinic.

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Very friendly, clean and welcoming. Emma is lovely, chatty which puts you at ease,

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Clear explanations about the procedure during the two consultations with Mr Rhodes - friendly & welcoming reception staff - amazing nursing staff who were both reassuring and efficient. I felt that I really mattered - and was not just another patient being processed. I received all the necessary paperwork - signed consent forms and explanations about what to expect after my bi lateral breast reduction. I was given an emergency contact number and discharged with medications and instructions for their use. I would definitely recommend Coppergate Clinic in York.

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I was helped to feel very relaxed with my surgeon! (He wasn’t stuffy )He explained everything that would happen and sent me an e mail to read and lookback on in my own time
I found all the medical staff very friendly nothing was too much for them they were empathetic!.still professional
my visit's to the Clinic.was amazing I am so happy with my new neck !!!!

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