Gender-Affirming Surgery

Personalized Gender-Affirming Pathways

Coordinated, individually planned surgical care that brings the right procedures together in the right order for you.

What it is

Not everyone follows the same route. A personalized gender-affirming pathway is a planned, coordinated approach that brings together the procedures that are right for you, in a sensible order and over a realistic timeline. It begins with a private consultation and a clear plan rather than a single fixed package.

Surgery is one part of a wider journey. Dr. Amoroso works with you to understand your goals, sequence any procedures safely, and coordinate timing with your hormone therapy and broader care. The aim is a clear, unhurried plan you understand and feel confident in.

What a pathway can include

  • A clear sequence and timeline for the procedures you want
  • Coordination of chest, facial, or neck procedures where relevant
  • Timing aligned with hormone therapy and wider care
  • Consistent planning and follow-up with one surgical team

A pathway does not replace the individual assessment for each procedure, and each step still carries its own considerations and risks, which are explained in full before you proceed.

Quick facts

  • Procedure time: Varies by plan
  • Anesthesia: Varies by procedure
  • Clinic stay: Varies by procedure
  • Recovery: Planned around each stage
  • Exercise: Planned around each stage
  • Final result: Reviewed at each stage of the pathway

Before the procedure

Your pathway begins with a private consultation to understand your goals, health, and any hormone therapy. From there, a written plan sets out the recommended procedures, a sensible order, and realistic timing, with full information for each step.

During the procedure

Each procedure within the pathway is carried out as individually planned and consented. Between stages, progress and healing are reviewed, and the plan is adjusted where appropriate so the next step is timed safely.

After the procedure

Care continues between and after procedures, with scheduled follow-up and direct access to the team. The pathway is reviewed at each stage so it continues to reflect your goals and how you are healing.

Results: what it can and cannot achieve

A coordinated, individually planned route through the procedures that are right for you is achievable. A pathway cannot remove the considerations of each individual procedure, and timelines may change as healing and circumstances evolve. Your surgeon keeps the plan clear and honest throughout.

Possible risks and complications

Each procedure within a pathway carries its own risks, which are explained in detail before that step. General considerations include:

  • The specific surgical risks of each procedure chosen
  • Healing between stages affecting timing
  • The need to adjust the plan as circumstances change
  • Recovery time required between procedures
  • Coordination with hormone therapy and wider care

A pathway is built on honest, step-by-step planning. Nothing proceeds without a full, individual discussion of that procedure and its considerations.

Why Skulpturkliniken

Gender-affirming surgery by Dr. Matteo Amoroso

Gender-affirming surgery at Skulpturkliniken is performed by Dr. Matteo Amoroso, a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon experienced in both masculinizing and feminizing procedures (MTF and FTM).

Individually tailored, respectful results

Dr. Amoroso plans every journey around your anatomy and goals, with respect for the fact that gender-affirming care is deeply personal and often spans several years.

Reconstructive precision meets aesthetic judgment

From the first consultation, Dr. Amoroso helps you map out a realistic, coordinated plan for your entire journey, rather than addressing one procedure at a time.

Individualized assessment

Every journey begins with a thorough, long-term assessment. We evaluate:

  • Your complete gender-affirming goals
  • Prioritization and suitable order for multiple procedures
  • General health and healing factors
  • Coordination with other ongoing care
  • Your goals and realistic timelines

Safety, precision, and long-term care

Safety is central to every step of the surgical journey. Your treatment includes:

  1. ✓ Specialist consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
  2. ✓ Detailed assessment and individualized surgical planning
  3. ✓ Careful evaluation of whether surgery is the right option
  4. ✓ Preoperative guidance for each procedure in the plan
  5. ✓ Surgery in a safe and controlled surgical environment
  6. ✓ Scheduled postoperative follow-up visits after each procedure
  7. ✓ Direct access to the surgeon and nursing team
  8. ✓ Digital medical records through Adoreal®
  9. ✓ Patient insurance through Folksam
  10. ✓ Long-term postoperative support throughout the journey

Trust The Adoreal Experience

The Adoreal platform gives you complete control of your aesthetic journey. You will be guided throughout your entire process, from consultation to recovery, ensuring an exceptional experience for each of our patients.

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You are in Control

Complete access to your information, health records and previous journeys.

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Unmatched Predictability

Manage your expectations with our questionnare Silhouette, and visualise your ideal outcomes with 3D simulation.

Trusted step-by-step guide

From bookings to payments, logistics and after care, Adoreal will be your companion.

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Enhanced Safety Measures

Complimentary health check, conscious monitoring, and meticulous preparation.

In their words

Patients trust Skulpturkliniken for care.

Our patient trust is our greater achievement.

Jun 17, 2026

The best surgeon

I had a circumferential abdominoplasty with Matteo Amoroso, and I can honestly say I couldn't have wished for a better surgeon. From the moment I met Matteo, I felt the sense of security I was looking for. He was kind, attentive, and professional from the very beginning. He took the time to explain everything in detail and answered all my questions, which made me feel well-informed before the surgery. I never had to go home and wonder about anything because he was so thorough in his explanations. It's now been three weeks since my surgery, and even though the healing process is still ongoing, I'm already incredibly happy with the result. The change is greater than I had dared to hope for, and I feel so grateful that I chose Matteo. I have more surgeries I want to undergo in the future, and there's no doubt that Matteo will be my first choice then too. I warmly recommend him to anyone considering plastic surgery!

May 18, 2026

A pro

I've had two surgeries with Matteo. The first was liposuction on my stomach, and most recently, my eyes – specifically, my lower eyelids and eyebrows. Matteo suggested a unique technique for my eyebrows that no other surgeon had proposed. This allowed me to remove excess skin under my eyebrows without needing an eyebrow or forehead lift, which I wasn't interested in. I'm extremely happy with the results of both my procedures. Matteo is a true professional; he loves his work, and you're always met with kindness and genuine care. He's an excellent communicator, explaining everything clearly and answering all questions and concerns. You feel completely confident in his knowledge and experience. Matteo also has a wonderful ability to make you feel understood; he listens carefully and is just as dedicated and invested as you are in achieving a successful procedure and outcome. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Matteo. I've had surgery 6 times in total, with the last two being with him. Whatever my next procedure may be, I will undoubtedly choose Matteo first again.

May 10, 2026

The best surgeon

Matteo is an incredibly skilled surgeon whom I highly recommend. I underwent a major tummy tuck, and from the very first consultation, Matteo was professional, calm, and very accessible. He took the time to answer all my questions and made me feel secure, involved, and well-informed throughout the entire process. He thoroughly explained the procedure, recovery, and what results I could expect, which gave me great confidence going into the surgery. Everything went very well without any complications, and I am very happy with the result. I would undoubtedly choose Matteo again if I were to have more procedures in the future.

Apr 6, 2026

The best choice for a plastic surgeon!

Dr. Amoroso has performed several operations on me, including a neck and facelift with fat grafting, a lip lift, eyelid surgery, breast and tummy tucks, and liposuction on my knees. All operations have been successful and exceeded my expectations. I have worked with doctors for 50 years and am very impressed by Dr. Amoroso's artistry and skill. He is truly an asset to this profession and to patients who desire excellent results and the peace of mind that comes from being cared for in a responsible and professional manner.

Mar 13, 2026

Successful 360 lipo

Matteo is the best surgeon I could ever imagine. I am beyond satisfied. Both the care I received and the results of the 360 liposuction Matteo performed on me have been absolutely fantastic. It couldn't have been better! Everything has exceeded my expectations. Matteo is professional, skilled, competent, caring, reassuring, and experienced. Thank you, Matteo!

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