Invited speakers

Anna Baker BN RGN INP PGCert (Appl. Clin. Anat.) PGDip (Clin. Ed) isan award-winning Aesthetic Nurse, Trainer & Qualified Educator with over 12 years’ experience in Aesthetic Medicine. Anna was awarded ‘Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner of The Year’ at the Aesthetic Awards 2017, and ‘Highly Commended’ in 2015 and 2016. Anna is part of the Editorial Board for the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing and is the Aesthetic Nursing Section Editor for The PMFA Journal.

Rhianna Bell, owner of Clinic 22 and a skilled nurse prescriber, transitioned from NHS nursing to aesthetics in 2016 for personal and financial growth. Utilising her skills in building strong patient relationships and unique patient experiences, she founded two successful clinics. Her recent mentorship programme bridges the gap between practitioners' clinical skills and business acumen, emphasising revenue enhancement through superior patient care, robust retention strategies, personal branding, and the development of a devoted patient base via innovative membership programmes—all achieved with minimal financial outlay. Rhianna's progression underscores the power of resilience and the critical role of genuine connections within the aesthetics industry.

Professor Sebastian Cotofana is recognised globally as the world’s leading anatomist in the field of facial aesthetics. With extensive research and expertise, he is a sought-after speaker and influencer in aesthetic research worldwide. After medical studies in Munich, Germany, he pursued surgical training in trauma surgery before focusing on anatomic basic sciences and earning dual PhD degrees in medical sciences and anatomy.

Dr Eccleston qualified in medicine from the University of Birmingham in 1987 and undertook postgraduate dermatology training at the Birmingham Skin Centre and since 1994, has worked in the field of cosmetic dermatology, having been trained by Professor Jean Carruthers.

An internationally recognised speaker and training, Dr Ecclestonis a KOL for Dermafocus, Cutera, Alumier, Emblation and Evolus, as well as an International Faculty member of the Allergan Medical Institute, as well as participating in advisory boards for Merz, Galderma, Revance, Evolus and others. The inaugural President of the Society of Cosmetic Physicians and Surgeons, Dr Eccleston has been the Medical Director and co-owner of MediZen since 1999 and has performed over 20 sponsored studies on six different botulinum toxins, multiple hyaluronic acid fillers and other cosmetic injectables.

Dr Ahmed El Muntasar specialises in non-invasive procedures, offering facial and body enhancing therapies as well as anti-ageing techniques at his state-of-the-art clinic in Leeds. Generating an ever-increasing interest in his work, Dr Ahmed has made TV appearances on Sky News, Good Morning Britain and ITV and has even appeared in the prestigious Forbes Magazine.

Dr Anton Enright read Natural Sciences at Trinity College Dublin, specialising in Genetics before coming to the University of Cambridge for his Ph.D. studies in 1998, with Prof. Christos Ouzounis, working on protein families and biological network analysis. His postdoctoral work was with Prof. Chris Sander at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York working on small RNA target prediction. In 2004 he started his own independent laboratory at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, exploring the functions of small non-coding RNAs in various biological processes and diseases. In 2004 he moved to the EMBL - European Bioinformatics Institute, as a Group Leader where he continued to work on non-coding RNAs, including piwi-associated RNAs, lncRNAs and RNA modifications. His laboratory moved to the Department of Pathology in 2018. Anton is also academic lead for the genomics facility at the department which specialises in large-scale sequencing, microarrays and genotyping projects.

Timothy Corcoran Flynn is a Cosmetic Dermatologist and Mohs Micrographic Surgeon based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr Flynn was born to two university professors, and somehow survived them, racing into adolescence with curiosity and occasional misbehaviour. He did glean from the parents that learning can be both enlightening and fun and has continually endeavoured to bring both to his research, practice, and teaching.

His medical degree came from the University of Missouri, was awarded a dermatopathology research fellowship at Harvard Medical School, did an internal medicine residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, conducted dermatology research and pursued medical education and psychiatry projects at UNC before deciding to grow up and complete his dermatology residency at Stanford University. His Mohs micrographic and laser fellowship was completed at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. He founded the Mohs programme at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana where he was on the faculty from 1993 until 2001. He served as medical director in private practice at the Cary Skin Center from 2002 until 2021 and was Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of North Carolina from 2001 until 2019. He has held numerous offices is especially honored to have served as President of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery from 2012-2013.

He has published over 164 publications and has given over 270 lectures internationally. Tim has been awarded grants in basic research and conducted independent investigator-initiated trials, as well as clinical research. He currently lectures, sees patients, does consulting, and is involved in several research projects. He and his wife Gina have raised two young men now ages 20 and 24. He is still waiting to grow up.

Dr Konstantin Frank conducted his studies in Salzburg, at the Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität (PMU) and in Boston at the Harvard Medical School to obtain his medical degree in 2018.

He completed his residency at the prestigious Department of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery at the Ludwig–Maximilian University, and currently practices at the Ocean Clinic Marbella in Spain. Dr Frank has published more than 150 peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals, and is one of the most cited authors in aesthetic surgery in the last five years.

Chris Griffiths is Emeritus Professor of Dermatology at University of Manchester, Adjunct Professor at King’s College London and a Consultant Dermatologist at King’s College Hospital. He qualified in medicine from St Thomas’ Hospital Medical School and trained in dermatology at St Mary’s Hospital and the University of Michigan.

In 2015, he received the Sir Archibald Gray Medal for outstanding service to British Dermatology, and in 2019 the BSID Medal for contributions to research.

Chris was appointed OBE “for services to dermatology” in the 2018 Queen’s New Year Honours. He is a former President of the European Society for Dermatological Research, the European Dermatology Forum, the British Association of Dermatologists, and the International Psoriasis Council, which he co-founded in 2004.

Chris has 791 PubMed-cited articles and is Editor-in-Chief of Rook’s Textbook of Dermatology and Rook’s Dermatology Handbook and received a lifetime achievement award from the American Skin Association in 2009.

He was part of the team in Michigan that demonstrated that topical retinoids are efficacious in the management of ageing skin.

Professor Chris Griffiths and his team have provided strong support to the success of all generations of Boots No7 anti-ageing serums and the No7 skincare range as a whole.

Dr Tamara Griffiths is a senior Consultant Dermatologist at the Dermatology Centre, Salford Royal Hospital NHS Trust, one of the UK’s largest training programmes. She is Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester, a world-leading centre for dermatological research. She is also an American Board-Certified dermatologist with an international educational reach.

From 2008 she was Dermatology Training Programme Director for the North Western Deanery, and in 2015 was appointed chair of Dermatology Specialist Advisory Committee for the Royal College of Physicians, responsible for all aspects of postgraduate dermatology training in the UK, including the development and implementation of the GMC 2021 Dermatology Curriculum. After launching the British College of Dermatology in 2021, she was appointed as inaugural Education Vice President in 2023.

Dr Griffiths has acted as advisor to the Department of Health’s Review of the Regulation of Cosmetic Interventions led by Sir Bruce Keogh published in 2013. She was instrumental in developing the Health Education England curricula and training frameworks for non-surgical cosmetic interventions (2015) and is a founding member and trustee of the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA), which launched in partnership with the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) at the House of Lords in 2018. She is Medical Programme Director for the University of Manchester MSc in Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine, developed in 2013 and now recognised as the gold standard in the UK and internationally, and is the Cosmetic Dermatology section editor for Rook’s Textbook of Dermatology.

Her clinical team was awarded BMJ Dermatology Team of the Year in 2018, and in 2021 she was recognised by the British Association of Dermatologists as Clinician of the Year. In July 2024 she commenced her two-year term as President of the British Association of Dermatologists.

Professor Syed Haq is a Professor of Medicine and specialises in treating the ageing brain/skin and immune system. He is the Founder of BioImmunitas Ltd, which is focused on developing pharmaceutical therapeutics for targeting systemic inflammatory disorders and COVID-19 by recalibration of the innate immune system, as well as a co-Founder of the AM Aesthetics clinics in London, Belfast and Derry.

Professor Haq has overseen several MHRA-registered clinical trials in the UK and has been awarded two US FDA Orphan Drug Designations. Since 2007, he has advised and acted as International KOL for Merz, Teoxane, Q-med,Bioform, Ipsen, Galderma, Croma and is a consultant for Hugel.

Professor Syed Haq is a Professor of Medicine and specialises in treating the ageing brain/skin and immune system. He is the Founder of BioImmunitas Ltd, which is focused on developing pharmaceutical therapeutics for targeting systemic inflammatory disorders and COVID-19 by recalibration of the innate immune system, as well as a co-Founder of the AM Aesthetics clinics in London, Belfast and Derry.

Professor Haq has overseen several MHRA-registered clinical trials in the UK and has been awarded two US FDA Orphan Drug Designations. Since 2007, he has advised and acted as International KOL for Merz, Teoxane, Q-med,Bioform, Ipsen, Galderma, Croma and is a consultant for Hugel.

Dr Anna Hemming is an Aesthetic Doctor, with over 22 years medical experience. She founded Thames Skin Clinic in Twickenham in 2019, winning the Aesthetics Award for Best New Clinic 2022. Dr Anna has a background in an aesthetics and emergency medicine, serving with the Royal Army Medical Corps as a Captain and spent seven years as a GP to Buckingham Palace. She is an international speaker and KOL for both UK and global brands and has been published in leading aesthetic journals. Dr Anna has a unique skill in being able to see past the outer appearance to the internal changes causing the ageing effect. Often treatments to rejuvenate need to be focused away from the visual effect they have and directed to the cause. Her deep understanding of anatomy and the ageing process is fundamental to her results. By using minimally invasive techniques to stimulate collagen, boost hyaluronic acid and give the body the factors it needs to rejuvenate she works across a combination of treatments to enhance your natural beauty and deliver results that turn back time.

David Hicks, the inaugural winner of the Aesthetic Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, was a key player in the development of the UK’s aesthetics industry. A qualified pharmacist of many years, David saw the potential of botulinum toxin, along with Wigmore Medical’s CEO, Bedo Eghiayan, and saw the need to launch high quality education for medical and aesthetic professionals. This led to the creation of the internationally acclaimed event FACE, and later BODY. Mr Hicks was also involved in the launch of AM Live as well many other successful product introductions into the UK market. The word legend can be used lightly, but it certainly applies to David within the aesthetics industry.

Dr Jamieson is one of Scotland’s most established Cosmetic Doctors. She achieved her medical degree from The University of Glasgow in 2005, and worked in a number of specialities including cardio-thoracic surgery and anaesthetics.

During this time she developed a passion and a thorough understanding of the ageing process and skin health. As a member of the Primary Care Dermatology Society and a qualified minor surgeon, Dr Lauren seeks to serve her patients’ needs with advanced cosmetic treatments and clinically-proven customised procedures. She offers a holistic approach to treatment to enhance confidence and wellbeing.

Dr Aamer Khan is the co-founder and Clinical Director of Harley Street Skin Clinic. A graduate of the university of Birmingham, he became a full-time cosmetic doctor in 2005. By combining his technical skill and aesthetic vision he achieves outstanding results, and is renowned for his finely-tuned aesthetic eye and subtle approach to cosmetic enhancement. As a result, Dr Khan is the go-to advisor for a large celebrity clientele, an industry commentator in the press and a regular guest on television and radio.

Dr Khan has also published the best-selling book titled 'Turn Back Time' in which he shares his advice on how to optimise good health as you age, and a recent academic work 'Regenerative Medicine in Aesthetic Treatments' focussing on the pro-active use of stem cells and their growth factors in the field of aesthetics to reverse the ageing of tissues and repair scarring to an unprecedented level.

Having founded the charity Back on Track, Dr Khan has also treated British servicemen and women whose injuries range from severely damaged to lost limbs particularly in the field of scar tissue reduction. For this work he has achieved some remarkable results and garnered a number of personal awards.

Dr Clare Kiely MBBChBAO MRCPI MSc Skin Ageing and Aesthetics

Clare Kiely is a Consultant Dermatologist, and Dermatological and Laser surgeon at the prestigious St Johns Institute of Dermatology, London and HCA Lister Hospital, Chelsea, London. She is highly specialised in a wide range of dermatological issues, with a specific interest in photodamage, skin cancer, Mohs micrographic surgery, acne, acne scarring, and aesthetic dermatology.

She has completed fellowships in Dermato-oncology and Mohs surgery at St Johns institute of Dermatology. She is an honorary lecturer in skin ageing and aesthetics at the University of Manchester where she completed her masters degree. She is current Chair of the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority and is on the executive committee of the British Cosmetic Dermatology Group. Dr Kiely is an active researcher in skin cancer with numerous peer-reviewed publications. She is an expert in squamous cell carcinoma and has led the supra-specialty non-melanoma skin cancer team at Guys Hospital. She is an invited speaker nationally and internationally on skin cancer treatment, Mohs surgery, lasers, photo-ageing treatments and aesthetics.

In October 2024 she was appointed as Chair of the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority.

Dr Tatyana Lapa-Enright is an experienced doctor and founder of Hardwick Medical Clinic, Cambridge. She trained at Norwich Medical School with clinical teaching experience at UEA Norwich and undertook research at the University of Cambridge. Her areas of expertise are in aesthetic dermatology for the treatment of skin imperfections and signs of ageing. She is a skilled and experienced injector known for delivering bespoke patient care with natural results.

Dr Anjali Mahto BSc MBBCh FRCP is a highly respected and renowned medical and cosmetic consultant dermatologist based in Harley Street, London. With her clinic located in Harley Street, Dr. Anjali provides consultations for a wide range of medical and cosmetic conditions, including acne, acne scarring, rosacea, moles, and aesthetic concerns.

Dr Max Malik, MBChB, PG Dip Derm, MBCAM, MRCPsych.

Aesthetic Doctor, Hair Restoration Surgeon, and Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr Max Malik is Consultant Psychiatrist, an expert Aesthetic Doctor and Hair Restoration Surgeon and Award Winning Novelist. He won the Brit Writers’ Award for best published novel 2011. He also writes short stories, plays and poetry.

He is a Member of British College of Aesthetic Medicine, Member of British Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons, Member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgeons, Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists and has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology. Dr Max Malik has over 25 years of medical experience, which enables him to create a personalised system of natural global face results with aesthetic treatments. He is a Merz teacher and trainer of other doctors, as Merz Innovative Partner and a Key Opinion Leader for Wigmore Medical and a trainer for them. In addition, he is a frequent speaker at conferences, sharing his knowledge and expertise within the speciality of Aesthetic Medicine.

Dr Max Malik’s specialist areas are Global Facial Approach and Psychological aspects of Aesthetic Medicine.

Dr Mulholland is a surgeon, dual-certified in Plastics and ENT –head and neck oncology. He studied at the University of Toronto and completed his residency at Toronto General Hospital. He founded, SpaMedica Cosmetic Plastic Center and Medical Spa in Toronto in 1997, the leading aesthetics and laser centre in Canada, where he has performed over 6000 cosmetic surgical procedures.

A former professional ice hockey player, Dr Mulholland has worked with leading aesthetic technology companies to develop their machinery, including BodyTite RFAL, Fractora and Morpheus8 with InMode.

Dr Mulholland is a member of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

For more than 35 years, Dr. Zein Obagi, Board-Certified Dermatologist, has pioneered advanced skincare solutions based on his philosophy of creating healthy skin as opposed to merely treating disease and damage. His visionary approach has earned him an international reputation as a leading authority on skin health and rejuvenation. He is ranked among the world’s top experts on chemical peels and is highly skilled in treating skin of colour, often tackling the most difficult cases from around the world.

Inspired by the legacy + breakthrough contributions of Dr. Obagi, ZO® Skin Health continues to redefine and advance the science of skin health.

Dr Tapan Patel is the Founder and Medical Director of PHI Clinicin London’s Harley Street which won Best Clinic in London for three years in arow at the prestigious Aesthetic Awards. An aesthetics practitioner fornearly 20 years, in addition to botulinum toxin and filler injections, he specialises in non-surgical laser treatments and aesthetic dermatology to treat a whole range of skin conditions and concerns. Dr Patel is also a KOL for Allergan.

Dr Emma Ravichandran is Co-Founder of the Clinetix group, the Association of Scottish Aesthetic Practitioners (ASAP) and the Aesthetic Training Academy. She initially trained as a paediatric dentist but has dedicated the latter part of her career to pursuing excellence in the field of aesthetic medicine.

Dr Ravichandran’s reputation and dedication to the highest standards in practice have led to guest lecturing at venues such as the Royal College of Surgeons, KOL roles and articles in a wide range of industry journals and publications. She was awarded Medical Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year in the 2018 My Face My Body Awards.

Dr Simon Ravichandran is a global KOL in Aesthetic Medicine. His area of expertise is in using non-surgical techniques such as botulinum toxin and dermal fillers to achieve natural-looking, harmonious rejuvenation outcomes. Dr Ravichandran lectures and teaches at educational events all over the world, delivering his philosophy that we can improve patients’ wellbeing and quality of life with safe and effective procedures. He initially trained as an ear nose and throat surgeon but has dedicated the latter part of his careerto pursuing excellence in the field of aesthetic medicine. Dr Ravichandran was awarded Medical Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year in the 2018 Aesthetics Awards.

Dr Mukta Sachdev is a Consultant Dermatologist and Head of the Department of Dermatology in ManipalHospital, Bangalore, India. She also runs a private boutique dermatology officepractice and is Medical Director of MSCR Pvt Ltd, a specialised dermatology researchcentre for dermatology trials in darker skins.

Dr Mukta Sachdev is regarded as one of the global experts in skin of colour and is an internationalexpert in the field of cosmetic dermatological procedures and lasers in skin ofcolour.

Julie Scott is an independent nurse prescriber with over 25 years’experience in the field of plastics and skin rejuvenation. In 2003,Julie left her position as a clinical nurse specialist for a renowned group of London plastic surgeons to set up her own practice in Essex, Facial Aesthetics. Since then, Julie has taken a holistic approach to treating patients, offering the most up-to-date medically-led aesthetic treatments in a tranquil countryside setting.

Dr Mary Sommerlad, FRCP, isa distinguished Consultant Dermatologist at the award-winning Self LondonClinic where she is renowned for her expertise in managing pigmentary disorderssuch as melasma and photoageing and in laser dermatology. With a personalisedevidence-based approach, she strives to foster enduring relationships withpatients, prioritising healthy skin alongside addressing skin concerns. She isas comfortable recommending an effective skincare routine as she is managingcomplex medical dermatology cases. Graduating from UCL with a First Classintercalated BSc in Immunology, she completed her Dermatology training at theRoyal London and Royal Free during which time she was awarded the Royal Societyof Medicine trainee prize twice. Recognized for her expertise in skin of colourdermatology, she contributes to clinical research and teaching, withpublications in esteemed peer reviewed journals and frequent speakingengagements at academic meetings. As an advocate for healthy skin, Dr Mary servesas an ambassador for the British Skin Foundation and has appeared on the BBCOne Series “Skin”. As part of her commitment to imparting knowledge and sharingher expertise, she has been featured in prominent publications and mediaoutlets, including the BBC, Vogue, Tatler, Elle and The Sunday Times Style toname a few. Beyond her professional endeavours, Dr Mary enjoys cooking,traveling, art and cherishing time with her family, seeing the world throughthe eyes of her children.

Dr Raj Thethi is a multi-award winning, nationally renowned, Aesthetic Doctor based in Leeds. Having completed his core surgical training and obtaining full membership with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, he embarked on his career in aesthetic medicine. He obtained his Level 7 in Medical Aesthetic Injectables in 2019 and he is currently a Teoxane UK Faculty trainer, having previously also been a trainer for Sinclair Pharma. He is also a KOL for NeoGen plasma and on the UK Medical Advisory Board for the UltraClear Laser. He is a Member of the National Editorial Board for Aesthetic Medicine magazine, is regularly published in national and industry press and presents at both national and international conferences.

Ian Vitek, a cosmetic chemist at HydroPeptide, holds dual degrees in Biology and Chemistry from Clarkson University. With a diverse background spanning medical devices, cosmetic manufacturing, and formulation research and development, Ian is dedicated to creating innovative, science-driven skincare solutions. His passion lies in designing efficacious and stable peptide sequences for topical applications, driving advancements in skincare technology to address complex skin concerns with safe and cutting-edge formulations.

Chief Scientist at ZO Skin Health.

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Mr Kambiz Golchin is an experienced ENT Consultant and Facial Plastic Surgeon, whose pioneering techniques have gained international acclaim from his patients, his peers, and the media. Mr Golchin is a Private Consultant at Beacon Face and Dermatology Clinic in Dublin, and is the Principal Associate offering pioneering skin rejuvenating treatments at Dr Rakus’s Knightsbridge clinic. He is the a specialist and an International Key Opinion Leader in developing pioneering techniques in facial rejuvenation using toxins, dermal fillers, lasers and medical devices. He has had numerous accolades including being awarded Tatler's ‘Best for Toxins and Fillers’, and is a KOL for Allergan and a number of companies companies. Mr Golchin is a trailblazer in his hometown of Dublin, specialising in the latest techniques for anti-ageing and cosmetic aesthetic treatments. He has most recently introduced SVF cocktail facelift, platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections with and latest in CO2 Laser treatment to the clinic’s state-of-the-art portfolio. He is also Co-Founder of Biotherapy Services UK, which specialise in PRP technology. ‍ ‍ Agenda

Dr Shirin Lakhani, MBBS, MRCA, MRCGP, DRCOG is a leading cosmetic doctor specialising in advanced aesthetic treatments.

Having trained as an anaesthetist before becoming a practising GP, Dr Lakhani became highly skilled in various injection techniques and practical procedures, founding her award-winning aesthetic clinic, Elite Aesthetics, in 2013. Dr Lakhani’s medical expertise and highly personal approach has garnered an avid patient following and multiple partnerships with the industry’s leading brands, including Plexr, BTL, Tru PRP, Vivacy, ZO Skin Health, Oxygenetix, Hydrafacial and Calecim.

In addition to consulting on the full range of aesthetic treatments, Dr Shirin has specialist expertise in the areas of intimate health and hormone replacement therapy for both men and women, and is a trainer for the Vampire PRP procedures, including the O-Shot and P-Shot. As a recognised authority in this field, she appears regularly on television and in the press as well as contributing to the aesthetic journals and speaking at all the major UK aesthetics conferences.

Sara Cheeney is a highly experienced Aesthetic Nurse and the founderof Pure Perfection Clinic, an aesthetic clinic in Rossett that she has now runfor 10 years. Sara has worked with ZO Skin Health since 2015, has been trainedby Dr Obagi, and is a ZO Skin Health UK Trainer and Speaker, as well as runningthe biggest ZO clinic in the north west. She is also a KOL and International Speaker for HydraFacial. As well as running her successful clinic, Sara hasalso founded a Clinic Success Consultancy business alongside other specialists within the industry.

Agenda Integration and combination. Workshop: Saturday, 10.00-11.00, Linacre Room

Dr Mayoni Gooneratne is a former NHS colorectal and pelvic floor surgeon, who undertook a period of research early in her career to look at pathways that affect in continence. She is the founder and CEO of The Clinic by Dr Mayoni, as well as Human Health and Skin Fit, created to help women overcome the blocks that stand between them and their highest potential.

Dr Gooneratne has published in peer reviewed journals, as well as more mainstream consumer press, namely Tatler, Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health. Her clinics areaward-winning and she herself has been awarded the f:Entrepreneur 100 in 2019 and a Silver Award for ‘Best Business Woman in Health and Wellness’ 2022.

Agenda Everything everywhere all at once, Sunday Injectables 10:15-10:35

Dr Haq is a Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at King’s College, London. He is the Founder and Medical Director of the Wellness Hormone Clinic practising in London, Kent and Belfast. Dr Haq trained at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Medical School, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, and St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne, and completed a doctorate in thyroid disease at the Royal Marsden Hospital.

Dr Haq has been a principal investigator of several international clinic trials and is widely published. Dr Haq was a double finalist at the National HSJ Value awards in 2021 and won the European Award in Medicine for Endocrinology in 2024.

He has a specialist interest in managing patients with the menopause, menstrual disorders, testosterone deficiency, obesity and thyroid conditions.

Dr Haq is a member of the British Menopause Society, Society of Endocrinology, British Thyroid Association and Diabetes UK.

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Olivia trained as a surgeon in the NHS before leaving to focus on aesthetics full time. She owns Dr Olivia Medispa in Glossop where she “injects confidence” into her patients, with the focus being regenerative treatments.

Dr Olivia is currently undertaking a PhD at Manchester University where she researches advanced  biomaterials and tissue engineering. She is an aesthetics trainer and speaker and is passionate about making science accessible. With this ethos in mind, she founded the North West Aesthetics & Research Group.

Dr Sameira Perren is an Aesthetic Practitioner at the Sorensen Clinic in London. She specialises in aesthetic skin treatments and non-surgical rejuvenation, as well as skin management for post-surgical patients. Dr Perren provides a unique perspective on skin optimisation. ‍ Agenda

Simon Ramshaw is a seasoned executive and the Managing Director of Erchonia Lasers Ltd, overseeing the European, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) division of Erchonia Corp, a global leader in non-thermal high energy laser technologies. With over two decades of experience in the healthcare and medical device sectors, Simon has developed deep expertise in laser technology, particularly in fat reduction, pain management, inflammation reduction, and performance enhancement.

Simon has been instrumental in introducing groundbreaking non-thermal laser solutions that not only reduce fat but also enhance mitochondrial function and accelerate cellular healing—all backed by rigorous, FDA-approved clinical research.

Recognised for his innovative and holistic approach, Simon blends strategic foresight with a deep understanding of medical technologies to develop solutions that address both patient needs and broader business objectives. His ability to anticipate market trends and identify emerging opportunities has positioned him as a key advocate for non-thermal high energy laser treatments in the global healthcare landscape.

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Olivia Salmen is an advanced aesthetic injector and board-certified Plastic Surgical Nurse with ten years of experience in plastic surgery and nine years as an aesthetic injector. She is one of only 350 certified Plastic Surgical Nurses in the United States. Olivia is an international trainer and speaker for Revance Aesthetics, Master Injector Series, and Ariessence, and has served on multiple advisory boards for the launch of dermal filler, neurotoxin, skincare, and regenerative medicine across the US. She has a passion for training other injectors on injection techniques and on growing their business with social media. Olivia has won Best Injector of Nashville by the Nashville Scene and was published in their awards magazine, as well as cultivated marketing strategies and built a social media platform through patient education on aesthetics and injectables with over 190,000 followers on Tiktok and 150,000 followers on Instagram. She loves the artistry and precision of injectables and is known for creating natural results for her patients. Agenda

Dr Abs Settipalli has been highly influential in the world of energy devices for a number of years. He is regarded as the world's leading expert on phototherapy and has written numerous texts on the subject as well as treatment protocols which are now in use globally. Dr Abs’ expertise on quantum electrodynamics, cellular biochemistry and clinical practice makes him uniquely positioned to be the definitive authority on this fascinating topic. Agenda

Dr Sundeep Varma MUDr, BSc (Hons), DFSRH, MRCGP is a forward-thinking aesthetic physician and entrepreneur who leads the CQC-registered The Lean Clinic. A graduate of Imperial College London, his early fascination with Damage and Repair in Biological Organisms sparked a lifelong dedication to longevity and rejuvenation in aesthetic medicine. Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Varma teaches anatomy to medical students, passing on his passion for anatomical precision and evidence-based care to the next generation of doctors.

In his pursuit of inclusive aesthetics, Dr Varma is committed to creating a safe, welcoming space for marginalized communities, recognizing that true beauty and well-being flourish when patients feel understood and supported. His entrepreneurial spirit drives constant innovation in his practice, ensuring that patients benefit from cutting-edge treatments grounded in robust scientific research and a holistic approach to health and aesthetics.

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Yuliya Culley is a Registered Nurse with overall experience in emergency, cardiology and dermatology nursing since 1998. Yuliya is a member of the RCN, BACN and INP. She is the Principal and Founder of Novello Skin in Cheltenham. Agenda

MBChB, MD, MRCP(UK), FRCR, AMRCOG

Head of service of Clinical Oncology in the Queen’s Centre, Hull, UK

Medical Director and Cofounder of eJoli Clinic, Specialised Medical Aesthetic Clinic, Beverley UK

Nabil Elmahdawi is Senior Consultant in Clinical Oncology, he has started is NHS medical career in 1997, has led an outstanding service to the British community and contributed positively to the running of its service in emergency and General and acute Medicine and Last but not the least in Oncology where he is the Head of service of clinical oncology, Radiation oncologist and brachytherapist. Also he developed an interest in medical aesthetics especially combined treatment modality, he is a cofounder and the medical director of eJoli clinic in Yorkshire and the medical Director of the women’s clinic in Glascow. He developed passion to the female cancer survivors menopause and valvovaginal atropy as a result of cancer treatment.

Nabil Elmahdawi, he is trainer and safety educator in this field and has received global and awards and commendation throughout his oncology and cancer menopause career. His high expertise in gynaecology oncology and regenerative medicine has led to his development in the functional and aesthetic improvement in women cancer survivors and cancer survivors to compact the aging process of this gruelling illness.

With a journalistic career spanning over 20 years, Olivia began her career working for British Vogue and wrote for an array of publications and websites including The Times Newspaper, Conde Nast Traveller (UK, Indian and Arabian editions), The Sunday Times Style Magazine, The Financial Times How to Spend It Magazine and Country & Town House.  She is an award-winning freelance journalist and consultant as well as being the former Health & Beauty Director at Tatler. She currently contributes to Country & Town House Magazine as a Contributing Beauty Editor and also writes for The Times. Olivia is the Founder of The Editor’s List, a service that offers expert advice on where to find the industry’s top cosmetic practitioners and procedures. She loves to write on health, beauty, travel and luxury lifestyle.

With over 20 years of experience in the beauty, wellness and lifestyle sphere, Lucia Ferrari writes for a number of publications including the Daily Telegraph, Daily Mail and London’s Evening Standard Magazine.  In order to remain updated on the skincare and aesthetics sphere, Lucia attends multiple events and product launches as well as catching up with brand formulators, dermatologists and practitioners.  Lucia also runs a consultancy service which offers advice on personalised skincare regimes, makeup updates and the latest non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

Alice Hart-Davis is the founder of The Tweakments Guide, a website that aims to help consumers understand non-surgical procedures and skincare that bit better. The Tweakments Guide explains which procedures do what, how they work, and what it's like to have them done, through in-depth articles and videos. The site also lists highly-rated aesthetic practitioners around the UK. As a journalist, and 'professional guinea pig', Alice has been reporting on and reviewing cosmetic procedures and skincare for over 20 years. Her latest books are The Tweakments Guide: Fresher Face and The Tweakments Guide: Start with Skincare.

Alex graduated from Queen’s University, Belfast having studied both Nursing and Law. She has been working in the field of aesthetic medicine for over a decade and is the founder of AM Aesthetics, one of Belfast’s busiest aesthetic clinics with an outstanding reputation for “natural results”

Alex has a keen interest in facial anatomy and education. She has attended master classes in London, Paris , Monaco and Asia and has been a trainer and KOL for number of pharmaceutical companies in the UK and Ireland. She is a published author in the realm of aesthetic medicine and is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing. Alex is also a member of the British Association of Cosmetic Nurses.

Dr Sach Mohan, the Founder of Revere Clinics, has played a key role within some of the largest private equity-backed cosmetic groups over thepast 17 years and, in the process, evaluated over one hundred different technologies, carving out his speciality in pre-launch commercial or clinical development. His unique insight and prolific clinical experience has made him a global KOL, and he sits on various advisory panels for the leading corporationsin the sector.

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Dr Pamela Mok is the Scientific Director for Regenerative Technology at Celligenics Pte. Ltd., where she leads research and development in secretome-based technology, refining methods to isolate and optimize the regenerative factors secreted by cells. She plays a key role in developing advanced applications for skincare, wound healing, and regenerative therapeutics.

Before co-founding Celligenics, Dr Mok was a Research Fellow at the Institute of Medical Biology, A*STAR and a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of California, San Francisco. She holds a B.Sc. in Biomedical Science and a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the National University of Singapore.

Dr Rita Rakus is a highly experienced practitioner in the field of Cosmetic Medicine. She has been widely known in the media as the 'London Lip Queen' for many years and more recently has been dubbed by Tatler as 'The Machine Queen' thanks to the clinic's arsenal of non-invasive technologies.

Having qualified as a medical practitioner at Sydney University, Australia, Dr Rakus has subsequently developed expertise in all aspects of non-surgical face and body rejuvenation, facial line reduction and lip enhancement. She is the co-founder and a Fellow of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine and in addition to her own clinical work is also involved in training, lecturing and setting standards for practicing doctors within this field. Her name has been inaugurated on the Wall of Honour at the Royal Society of Medicine in recognition of her work.

Dr Raja Sivamani is a board-certified dermatologist, bioengineer, and Ayurvedic practitioner. He practices at his medical clinic Pacific Skin Institute and his aesthetic clinic Zen Dermatology, he is also the Director of Research at Integrative Skin Science and Research and the Integrative Research Institute where he leads many clinical research studies in areas such as pharmaceuticals, nutrition, topical ingredients, the gut-skin axis, epigenetics and the microbiome. Dr Sivamani serves as affiliated faculty at the University of California, Davis and the California Northstate University. He has over 165 peer-reviewed publications and serves as one of the lead editors for the educational platform LearnSkin and the annual Integrative Dermatology Symposium.

Dr. Kathryn Taylor-Barnes is a highly respected specialist in aesthetic medicine, with an extensive background in both NHS and private practice as a General Practitioner. Since founding the Real You Clinic in 2004 near Richmond, London, she has transformed it into a flourishing destination for patients seeking personalised, advanced aesthetic treatments. Her approach integrates her extensive medical knowledge and a holistic, 360-degree strategy for facial and skin rejuvenation. Within the clinic, Dr. Kathryn emphasises injectable and laser based treatments. Her deep commitment to innovation and research has led to publications in esteemed peerreviewed journals and recognition as a thought leader in aesthetic medicine. She frequently shares her expertise as a speaker at national and international conferences and was honoured with the prestigious ‘BCAM Research of the Year’ award in 2024 Dr. Kathryn has incorporated the Neauvia range of dermal fillers into her practice for over adecade, leveraging their advanced properties for exceptional patient outcomes. A signature service includes the labial puff female genital restorative treatment using Neauvia Rose, which is highly favoured among her patients for its effective results. Additionally, Dr. Kathryn integrates Neauvia fillers to establish a thermodynamically stable dermal scaffold that complements her laser resurfacing and rejuvenation procedures, achieving outstanding, natural-looking results. Her dedication to enhancing patient confidence and well-being is evident in the high satisfaction and loyalty of those she treats. Favourite product: HDL a great unrivalled HA filler.

Rebecca is an advanced, globally registered medical-grade skin expert, passionate about improving face and body skin to its optimal health and appearance. With celebrity VIP clients, Rebecca is well respected within the beauty and wellbeing space, which has led to high following on all social media platforms. With over 12 years’ experience, Rebecca specialises in scar tissue and complexed needling cases, alongside medical-grade skincare protocols to increase skin cell longevity. Rebecca is a KOL for a leading medical needling device machine which has allowed her to create the Rebecca Walker Technique and training academy. Rebecca has secured partnerships, press releases, and hotel collaboration’s with reputable brands.

Kurt Wee is a seasoned investor and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in investment and private equity. His career has been defined by a deep passion for regenerative biotechnology, health-span extension, and cutting-edge advancements in longevity science.

As the Chief Executive Officer of Celligenics Pte Ltd, Kurt has led groundbreaking research and commercialisation efforts in regenerative medicine, with a focus on stem cell-derived secretome technology. His vision is to harness the body’s intrinsic repair mechanisms to develop next-generation therapeutics for tissue regeneration, anti-ageing applications, and chronic wound healing.

Outside of biotechnology, Kurt has been a strong advocate for SMEs for over two decades. He is the Immediate Past President of the Association of Small & Medium Enterprises and previously served as a Council Member of the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), where he also chaired the SBF SME Committee.

Dr Kamran Amjed (MD), a GMC-registered medical doctor with a specialist interest in advanced aesthetics, skincare and lifestyle medicine. A full-time aesthetics and wellbeing doctor, he formerly worked for the NHS and is now a trainer in advanced aesthetic medicine for a leading academy in Harley Street, London. Known for his confidential, friendly and professional demeanour, Dr Kamran champions an all-encompassing approach to health – underpinned by the belief that to look your best, you must also feel your best.

Dr Nichola Conlon is a molecular biologist specialising in the study of cellular ageing. After a career in drug development, she founded Nuchido Laboratories to deliver disruptive innovation in the field of ageing, rejuvenation and health-span.

Dr Conlon has a passion for sharing the latest science and is an accomplished speaker, with a skill for translating advanced science to help educate and support the wider population, encouraging people to age well and achieve their optimal life experience.

Since graduating from the University of Zagreb School of Medicine in 2000, Dr Ivona has worked in the dental and aesthetic medical fields in Croatia, Slovenia, India, South Korea and China, before arriving in London in January 2019. She has spoken at many international conferences, published two books and organised workshops and seminars to train medical professionals in the field of anti-ageing and aesthetic medicine around the globe. A member of the renowned Medical Board of Bioscience Institute San Marino/UAE/ Hong Kong, Dr Ivona is also recognised as an official trainer of regenerative medicine and stem cell anti-ageing. She is president and founder of AFD (Academy of Face Design) London and former president of AAFE (American Academy of Facial Esthetics) Hong Kong / China.

Francesca Ogiermann-White is a writer, speaker and consultant specialising in aesthetics and cosmetic surgery. She is Tatler’s Health & Beauty Editor-At-Large as well as Chair of the Press Advisory Board for BAAPS. Francesca is also the founder of The Beauty Triangle – a platform that bridges the gap between patients and practitioners whilst steering a dialogue that informs and inspires.

Prof George Titovets is a Gynaecologist, with specialities in genetics, aesthetics and anti-ageing medicine. A Founder and Director of Yuriy Titovets Clinic Medical Centre PROSTIR, Lviv, Ukraine, a Professor at St Sophia International Institute of Beauty and Health, Cyprus, Titovets is also a founding member of the RSM Section of Aesthetics Medicine and Surgery. The author of many unique methods of minimally invasive surgery such as combined perineoplasty, almond eyes, abdominoplasty and waist reduction, Professor Titovets also lectures at aesthetic congresses across the globe.

Brett has extensive experience in consumer goods, driving growth and profitability, strategic planning, and global market expansion. He has held multiple leadership roles at Percuro (Start-up), Colgate Palmolive, Truss beverages, Molson Coors Beverage Company, delivering significant growth through marketing and sales execution strategies. Brett joined ZO Skin Health as the UK General Manager in 2024.

Victoria Woodhall began her journalism career writing for local newspapers and spent several years working for the national press including ten years at the Mail on Sunday’s YOU Magazine. Victoria currently is the Editorial Director at Get the Gloss and has always had a passion for wellness and nutrition as well as trying out the latest innovations and meeting founders. She loves to write on biohacking, hair loss, menopause, beauty gadgets, supplements and tweakments.

Dr Zunaid Alli is a medical aesthetics practitioner and trainer. Originally from South Africa, where he completed his undergraduate and post qualification medical training, Zunaid started his aesthetic medicine journey by doing minor surgeries and cosmetic procedures in South Africa. In the UK, Zunaid has an experienced clinical background in general medicine, emergency medicine and medical oncology.

He is an advanced medical aesthetics practitioner committed to providing high quality evidence-based treatments to his patients. Zunaid is an active contributor to continuous medical education for all levels of trainees in Aesthetic medicine who he teaches and is passionate about teaching and mentoring, where his key focus is on progressing skills to provide excellent patient care in Aesthetic medicine. He has published various articles in aesthetics journals and at conferences.

He currently holds clinics in London, Kent and Surrey and always on the lookout for the latest and best evidence-based treatments and techniques to his patients.

Zunaid is a Key Opinion Leader for Vivacy UK and has trained locally and in Europe. He is an international Key Opinion Leader and trainer for the PRX-T33/WIQO skin resurfacing system. He is also the Lead Medical trainer for Glow Aesthetic Training and trains dual stream delegates in cosmetic injectables to medical professionals and aesthetic skincare and chemical skin resurfacing.

Katie has an extensive career in the beauty and aesthetics industry spanning 25+ years.

Starting out in editorial, Katie quickly moved in branding and public relations and enjoyed being right in the thick of the mass market injectable boom in the early noughties which is when she launched her own company Touch Media.

Katie was then the Director of medfx for the DD group and saw the platform through two private equity sales.

A full-time consultant now, Katie splits her time between working specifically with clients in the aesthetics industry and consulting for large corporates, running workshops, away days and facilitating training sessions mostly on the topic of how to be your own brand and communicate your offering. Being an Entrepeuner, C-suite and Consultant has provided a rich tapestry of perspectives that Katie brings to her sessions, the result is getting clients to the end goal quicker with more clarity, greater buy in and enthusiasm.