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Alabama The Beautiful

Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante of patients, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

Recent Episodes

Sept. 11, 2025

The Cosmetic Surgery Recovery Secret Dr. Koehler Swears By

A little extra TLC can make all the difference after cosmetic surgery. Dr. Koehler swears by lymphatic drainage massage for speeding up recovery after procedures like liposuction and tummy tucks. By helping move excess fluid ...

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Aug. 28, 2025

Why the Fancy Name of Your Face Lift Surgery Doesn’t Matter

Every year there’s a new “miracle” face lift with a catchy name. But a lot of these are just clever marketing spins on the same thing. Dr. Koehler and Kirstin sort through the alphabet soup of face lift techniques, from mini ...

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Aug. 14, 2025

Not Reading Your Pre-Op Instructions? What Could Go Wrong?

Even when your surgeon is amazing, your results depend on you doing your part too. Taking an active role in getting ready for surgery—and recovery—makes all the difference. Reading through your pre-op instruction booklet may not be the most exciting...

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July 31, 2025

After Losing 200+ Pounds, Cosmetic Surgery is More Than a “Vanity Thi…

Since age 15, Rebekah had tried—and failed—at nearly every diet. After yo-yoing through almost every clothing size and coming dangerously close to a serious health crisis, she chose to undergo gastric bypass surgery, ultimate...

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July 17, 2025

The Most Underrated Cosmetic Procedures No One Knows About (But Shoul…

From sweat-stopping MiraDry to subtle tweaks like brow lifts, lip lifts, and chin augmentations, Dr. Koehler and Kirstin break down their favorite underrated procedures—who they’re best for, what recovery’s like, and why thes...

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July 3, 2025

Taking Out Mountains & Filling in Valleys: Eyelid Surgery with Fat Tr…

Kris Jenner’s new face has everyone talking, and Dr. Koehler shares his opinion on the thoughtful combination of procedures behind her refreshed look. One of the biggest signs of aging? Hollows, bags and sags in the eyelids t...

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About the Hosts

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James Koehler, MD

Cosmetic Surgeon

James Koehler, MD is a board certified cosmetic surgeon with an impressive list of academic and professional achievements. Women and men from all over the South and across the country seek him for the aesthetic results he delivers and the stellar experience he and his team are known for. His patients love him for his charm and warm sense of humor, and when you meet him, it is abundantly clear how he has the best interests of each patient near his heart.

After ten years caring for patients in Tulsa, Dr. Koehler had the opportunity in 2014 to take over the practice of a respected plastic surgeon in Fairhope, Alabama. Happy to return to his home state after decades away, he ventured forward to continue specializing in cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body.

Today, every patient who walks into Dr. Koehler’s practice can see that he and his team genuinely enjoy what they do. Their philosophy is to treat patients as they’d want themselves or their family members to be treated.

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Kirstin Jarvis

Co-Host & Practice Manager

A veteran in the field of women’s health, Kirstin Jarvis has a strong passion for helping people feel and look their best. As the practice manager, she is dedicated to making sure every person who walks through the doors of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery has a warm and positive experience. Kirstin was born and raised in a small farm town in Ohio and now lives in Fairhope with her husband and three children, where they spend most of their time at the ball fields or snorkeling, diving, and fishing in the Gulf.