Dr. Troy Robbin Hailparn in the Media

Dr. Troy Hailparn — author of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' labiaplasty educational module and an invited speaker at FIGO, COGI, and TEDx — is frequently sought out by journalists and media outlets for her expertise on vaginal rejuvenation, labiaplasty, hymenoplasty, and women's intimate health. Her insights have been featured on major television networks, leading health podcasts, and in prestigious publications around the world.

Below you'll find highlights from Dr. Hailparn's media appearances and interviews spanning nearly two decades of coverage. For media inquiries, please contact the Cosmetic Gynecology Center of San Antonio at:
210-615-6646 or media AT cosmeticgyn.net

Broadcast & Speaking

Television Appearances

CNN – Anderson Cooper 360 "Hymen Restoration: Why Some Women Want To Be A Virgin Again"

Dr. Hailparn was interviewed by CNN correspondent Randi Kaye for a segment on Anderson Cooper 360 exploring why women seek hymenoplasty surgery. The segment featured Dr. Hailparn's patient Jeanette Yarborough, who discussed her decision to have vaginal rejuvenation and hymen restoration as a gift to her husband. "If a woman has the hymen replaced and the vaginal canal tightened, then in fact it is an unused vaginal canal with a gate," Dr. Hailparn explained to CNN. "You could then consider this woman a virgin in that regard."

Discovery Health

Dr. Hailparn has appeared on Discovery Health programming to discuss cosmetic gynecology procedures and their impact on women's quality of life.

Dr. Drew – Strictly Sex

Dr. Hailparn joined renowned physician and media personality Dr. Drew Pinsky to discuss laser vaginal rejuvenation and hymenoplasty on his show "Strictly Sex." Dr. Drew, who has observed these procedures firsthand, offered his perspective on their value for women. "I've actually scrubbed in on some of these procedures and while I was skeptical, I'm now persuaded that this is a rather elegant intervention," Dr. Drew said. "All too often women's complaints are dismissed... Women are often told that they have to live with this, rather than being offered surgical options for which many women are very enthusiastic to proceed.

Telemundo San Antonio

"Volviendo a ser virgen" – Dr. Hailparn was featured in a Spanish-language special series on Telemundo discussing hymenoplasty and vaginal rejuvenation for the Hispanic community in San Antonio and South Texas.

Podcast Appearances

Voices in Health and Wellness with Dr. Andrew Greenland — "Beyond 'That's Normal': Dr. Troy Hailparn on Redefining Women's Health"

In this 36-minute conversation recorded for a podcast spotlighting innovators in healthcare, Dr. Hailparn discusses why postpartum changes — leakage, reduced sensation, pelvic looseness — are routinely dismissed as normal consequences of childbirth when they are anything but. She covers the gaps in residency training around vulvar anatomy, why labiaplasty and vaginal rejuvenation are primarily functional rather than cosmetic procedures, the limitations of Kegels when pelvic floor muscles have been structurally separated, and why women shouldn't fear estrogen. Dr. Hailparn also speaks candidly about building a solo cash-pay practice, the value of long consultations, and her goal of establishing a formal fellowship program to train the next generation of cosmetic gynecologists.

Listen on Voices in Health and Wellness (April 2026)

The Aesthetics and Wellness Podcast with Dr. Debra Durst — "Why Women Stop Getting Answers From Their Doctors"

Recorded live at the International Society of Cosmetic Gynecology conference, Dr. Hailparn joined Dr. Debra Durst for a wide-ranging conversation on the questions women most often leave their doctor's office without answers to. Topics include how childbirth permanently changes pelvic anatomy, why "cosmetic" gynecology is a misleading label for procedures that are largely functional, the truth about estrogen and why women shouldn't fear it, and how non-surgical treatments like radiofrequency, PRP, and exosomes are addressing vaginal dryness, urinary leakage, lichen sclerosus, and scar tissue. A candid, education-first episode for any woman who has ever felt dismissed by her healthcare provider.

Watch Dr. Hailparn on the Aesthetics and Wellness Podcast. (April 2026)

TEDxSanAntonio

"Female Anatomy 101"

Dr. Hailparn delivered a TEDx talk titled "Female Anatomy 101" addressing the importance of women's education about their own bodies. The talk explored the physical changes women experience throughout their lifetimes—from puberty through childbirth to menopause—and challenged the taboos that prevent open discussion of female genital health.

Print Coverage

Major Publications

Wall Street Journal

"Why Would a Woman Want a Hymenoplasty?" – The Wall Street Journal interviewed Dr. Hailparn for an in-depth exploration of hymenoplasty surgery, examining the cultural, religious, and personal reasons women seek hymen reconstruction.

The Times of London

"Like A Virgin: Women are Having Surgery to Rejuvenate Their Love Lives" – The Times of London featured Dr. Hailparn in an extensive article about the growing trend of designer vagina surgery, including vaginal rejuvenation, labiaplasty, and hymenoplasty.

The article described Dr. Hailparn as "petite and very approachable" and noted her commitment to helping women feel good about their bodies and sexuality. The piece highlighted patient Jeanette Yarborough's story of having hymen restoration as an anniversary gift for her husband.

New York Times

Dr. Hailparn has been interviewed by the New York Times as an expert source on cosmetic gynecology procedures and trends in women's intimate health.

Regional & Trade Publications

D Magazine (Dallas)

"Like A Virgin: Dallas Women Interested in Vaginal Rejuvenation, Labiaplasty" – D Magazine, Dallas's leading city publication, featured Dr. Hailparn discussing the growing interest in cosmetic gynecology among Texas women.

Dallas Morning News

"More Women Are Having Vaginal Reconstruction Surgery" – The Dallas Morning News explored the rise of vaginal reconstruction procedures with insights from Dr. Hailparn on patient motivations and surgical techniques.

San Antonio Express-News

"Surgery to Alter Size, Appearance of Vaginas" – San Antonio's major daily newspaper profiled Dr. Hailparn and her cosmetic gynecology practice, featuring interviews with patients about their experiences.

"This is a pelvic model. What happens with childbirth is you get a lateral stretch at the opening, a lateral stretch of the back wall, and a lateral stretch of the front wall," Dr. Hailparn explained to the Express-News, demonstrating how childbirth affects vaginal anatomy.

San Antonio Woman Magazine

Dr. Hailparn has been featured multiple times in San Antonio Woman magazine, discussing her journey from delivering babies to specializing in cosmetic gynecology, and her mission to educate women about their bodies.

Skin Deep Magazine

• "You Don't Have to Live with Incontinence" – Addressing stress urinary incontinence solutions
• "Vaginal Rejuvenation for SUI and More" – Exploring surgical options for bladder issues

Why Journalists Turn to Dr. Hailparn

Media outlets seek Dr. Hailparn's expertise because of her unique combination of credentials and experience:

• 9,000+ cosmetic gynecology procedures – one of the highest case volumes in the United States and worldwide
• ACOG labiaplasty e-module author – sole author of the e-module used to educate OB-GYNs nationwide
• Board-certified OB-GYN – 30+ years in clinical practice (See Dr. Hailparn's CV)
• International speaker – FIGO, COGI, ICS and world congress presentations
• Articulate communicator – Able to explain complex procedures in accessible terms
• Patient education as core practice – author of "Beneath Your Pink Perfect," TEDx speaker on female anatomy, and creator of women's health content reaching audiences worldwide

Media Inquiries

Dr. Hailparn is available for interviews, expert commentary, and educational segments on topics including:

• Labiaplasty and labial hypertrophy
• Vaginal rejuvenation and post-childbirth changes
• Non-surgical vaginal tightening (ThermiVA, EmpowerRF)
• Hymenoplasty and cultural perspectives on virginity
• Women's sexual health and wellness
• The evolution of cosmetic gynecology as a medical specialty

To schedule an interview or request expert commentary, please contact:

Cosmetic Gynecology Center of San Antonio

Phone: 210-615-6646

Email: media AT cosmeticgyn.net