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Dr Mary Sommerlad
Dr Arturo Almeida
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Anna Baker
Dr David Eccleston
Miss Sherina Balaratnam
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Rhianna Bell
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Nicola Bell
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Sharon Bennett
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Miss Natasha Berridge
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Amy Bird
Dr Brandon Brock
Dr Brandon Brock
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Emma Button
Dr Tim Flynn
Prof Mike Chan
Dr Tim Flynn
Sara Cheeney
Dr Tim Flynn
Prof Sebastian Cotofana (via video link)
Dr Tim Flynn
Dr Emma Craythorne
Dr Tim Flynn
Emma Davies
Dr Tim Flynn
Tracey Dennison
Dr Tim Flynn
Dr Beibei Du-Harper
Dr Tim Flynn
Raffi Eghiayan
Dr Tim Flynn
Katie Emberley
Prof Anton Enright
Prof Anton Enright
Dr Tim Flynn
Dr Jordan Faulkner
Dr Stephen Mulholland
Dr Tim Flynn
Dr Tim Flynn
Dr Mayoni Gooneratne
Ian Vitek
Prof Chris Griffiths
Rick Woodin
Dr Tamara Griffiths
Syed Haq
Prof Syed Haq
Dr Emma Ravichandran
Dr Masud Haq
David Hicks
Simon Haroutunian
David Hicks
Julia Hart
David Hicks
Eleanor Hartley
Dr Lauren Jamieson
Dr Elizabeth Hawkes
David Hicks
David Hicks
David Hicks
Dr Shady Ismaiel
Julie Scott
Dr Lauren Jamieson
Julie Scott
Tracey Jones
Julie Scott
Dr Sabika Karim
Prof Syed Haq
Dr Clare Kiely
Prof Anton Enright
Dr Meng Han Kuokt
Dr Raj Thethi
Dr Shirin Lakhani
Dr Raj Thethi
Amy Lamb
Dr Max Malik
Dr Tatyana Lapa-Enright
Dr Max Malik
Courtney Le Borgne
Dr Max Malik
Nurse SarahLouise
Dr Max Malik
Teena Mackenzie
Dr Max Malik
Alison Mahon
Dr Max Malik
Dr Max Malik
Dr Max Malik
Dr JJ Masani
Dr Olivia McCabe-Robinson
Dr Olivia McCabe-Robinson
Alex Mills
Alex Mills
Dr Beatriz Molina
Dr Beatriz Molina
Dr Simon Ravichandran
Dr Stephen Mulholland
Dr Simon Ravichandran
Verity Nowlan
Dr Aamer Khan
Mr James Olding
Dr Aamer Khan
Dr Hazel Parkinson
Dr Tapan Patel
Dr Tapan Patel
Dr Tanja Phillips
Dr Tanja Phillips
Dr Kai Rajeswaran
Dr Kai Rajeswaran
Dr Rita Rakus
Dr Rita Rakus
Dr Tatyana Lapa-Enright
Dr Emma Ravichandran
Prof Mukta Sachdev
Dr Simon Ravichandran
Dr Marc Ronert
Dr Marc Ronert
Janna Ronnert
Janna Ronnert
Emma Ross
Emma Ross
Dr Souphiyeh Samizadeh
Dr Souphiyeh Samizadeh
Dr Zein Obagi
Julie Scott
Kamran Shibli
Kamran Shibli
Sara Smith
Sara Smith
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Dr Mary Sommerlad
Kenny Thomson
Kenny Thomson
Prof Sebastian Cotofana
Prof George Titovets
Mani Toni
Mani Toni
Dr Clare Kiely
Dr Priya Verma
Rick Woodin
Ian Vitek
Rick Woodin
Rebecca Walker
Dr Ahmed El Muntasar
Prof Zhe Wang
Mr. Simon Withey
Mr. Simon Withey
Gavin Wollacott
Gavin Wollacott
Dr Michela Zazzaron
Dr Michela Zazzaron
Dr Amir Zerach
Dr Amir Zerach
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David Hicks

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.

Prof Syed Haq

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.

Prof George Titovets

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.

Miss Sherina Balaratnam

Prof Zhe Wang

Dr Meng Han Kuok

Dr Beibei Du Harper

Dr Beibei Du-Harpur is a NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer at St John's Institute of Dermatology. She completed undergraduate medical training at the University of Cambridge and PhD training at the Francis Crick Institute and the King’s College London Centre for Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine. Her main research interests are the pathophysiology and treatment of pilosebaceous diseases, in particular acne and hidradenitis suppurativa. She is interested in the interplay of inflammation and tissues in diseased states, and how this can be leveraged to understand regeneration and inflammaging.

Prof Mike Chan

Dr Mayoni Gooneratne

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.

Mr. Simon Withey

Mr Simon Withey is a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with a special interest in all aspects of cosmetic and plastic surgery. He has a wealth of experience in a range of surgical procedures, including facial, chest wall, and abdominal wall reconstruction surgeries, as well as breast reconstruction, skin cancer, and wound management.

After completing his surgical training in England, Mr Withey was awarded a prestigious travelling fellowship by the British Association of Plastic Surgeons and spent a year in Paris, gaining further experience in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. He has also been actively involved in plastic surgery research and has presented at both national and international surgical meetings.

Mr Withey is also actively involved in training plastic surgery trainees at the Royal College of Surgeons and has played a key role in improving and setting standards for plastic surgery. He has provided expert advice to various regulatory bodies, including the GMC, the MHRA, and the CQC, and has given evidence to the House of Commons Health Select Committee, the Scottish Parliament, and an EU Parliamentary Committee.

Mr Withey is a former President of the British Association of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and is a full member of the British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS). He sees patients both privately and through the NHS and practices at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth and King Edward VII's Hospital.

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Dr Clare Kiely

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.

Prof David Sines

Simon Haroutunian

Simon Haroutunian is the Director of SHine Medical Consulting Ltd. Simon founded the company in 2022 to act as a business consultant to the pharmaceutical and aesthetic industries focussing on medical education, training and events and business & brand strategy. He is currently pursuing a Diploma in Business Sustainability through the Institute of Sustainability Studies which will allow him to focus on implementing ESG and Sustainable structure within organisations. His previous working experiences have been at Wigmore Medical, FACE, Euromedicom and Merz Aesthetics.

Dr Elizabeth Hawkes

Dr Hawkes is a leading Consultant Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon specialising in upper and lower blepharoplasty in London. She performs advanced facial aesthetics for non-surgical facial and eye rejuvenation and prides herself on natural looking results. She has a particular interest in safety in the aesthetics industry. She serves as the oculoplastic surgeon on the clinical advisory board for the Aesthetics Journal and on the specialist advisory board for the Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative, an international organisation striving to improve the safety of aesthetics worldwide. Dr Hawkes is a full member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and the British Oculoplastic Surgical Society. She is a trusted voice of authority within the media on eye health, aesthetics and eyelid plastic surgery.

Mr James Olding

Dr Tanja Phillips

Dr Tanja Phillips is a leading voice in the field of laser aesthetics, recognised nationally and internationally for her pioneering work in combination and laser-based treatments. With over 30 years of medical experience, she brings a uniquely holistic and evidence-driven approach to aesthetic medicine.

Beginning her journey in a single treatment room with one laser, Dr Phillips has since established two state-of-the-art medical aesthetic clinics under her name and is as Medical Director of The HVN Clinic in Knightsbridge. Across these clinics, her ethos centres on blending advanced laser technologies with injectables, regenerative, and other therapies to achieve optimal, natural results.

An award-winning laser specialist, Dr Phillips is a Key Opinion Leader for the Laser & Health Academy (LAHA), where she lectures internationally on the safe, innovativ e application of lasers in medical aesthetics. Her work focuses on expanding the boundaries of non-urgical rejuvenation through precise, combination-based protocols that enhance efficacy and safety for a diverse range of skin types and clinical concerns.

Dr Priya Verma

Dr Raj Thethi

Dr Raj Thethi MBChB BSc (Hons) MRCSEd is a nationally renowned aesthetic doctor and Lead Clinical Trainer for Wigmore Medical. He owns the multi-award winning, CQC-registered Yorkshire Skin Centre in Leeds. As well as running his full-time clinic with complex and advanced medical aesthetic workload, he holds a number of national and international faculty and training positions. These include being Teoxane UK Faculty and being a KOL for Acclaro UltraClear Laser, NeoGen Nitrogen Plasma and Inmode UK for FaceTite. He is an Aligned Advocate of Evolus UK and is on the Clinical Advisory Board for Aesthetic Medicine magazine. He has written and presented extensively and is passionate about evidence based and anatomically grounded aesthetic medicine.

Dr Emma Ravichandran

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 Olivia McCabe-Robinson

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 Olivia McCabe-Robinson

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 Tatyana Lapa-Enright

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 Tim Flynn

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 and is especially honoured 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.

Julie Scott

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 Nabil Elmahdawi

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.

Prof Anton Enright

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 Professor Christos Ouzounis, working on protein families and biological network analysis. His postdoctoral work was with Professor 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 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.

Dr Masud Haq

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.

Dr Stephen Mulholland

Dr Mulholland is a surgeon, dual-certified in Plastics and ENThead 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.

Dr Simon Ravichandran

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 Simon Ravichandran

Dr Lauren Jamieson

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.


Sharon Bennett

Dr Brandon Brock

Anna Baker

Anna Baker BN RGN INP PGCert (Appl. Clin. Anat.) PGDip (Clin. Ed) is an 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.

Dr Shirin Lakhani

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.

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My patients are leaving highly satisfied, why are they not delighted? Friday, 11.30, Wolfson Theatre

Prof Chris Griffiths

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

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.

Ian Vitek

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.

Dr Zunaid Alli

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.

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Dr Arturo Almeida

Dr. Arturo Almeida is an internationally recognized entrepreneur, business mentor, and keynote speaker, renowned for bridging medicine, business, and high-performance leadership. With over 20 years of experience, he helps healthcare professionals and industry leaders scale their businesses, enhance patient and client communication, and achieve sustainable growth.

As the Founder of Baarle Consulting Ltd, he provides business coaching, corporate training, and strategic consulting to medical professionals, brands, and executives. His unique approach blends surgical precision with business strategy, empowering professionals to optimize mindset, leadership, and business performance.

Alongside his business ventures, Dr. Almeida remains involved in clinical practice, specializing in non-surgical fat treatments, advanced minor surgery, and cosmetic vein procedures. A leading global authority in non-surgical body contouring, he has trained thousands of medical professionals and continues to contribute to the development, training, and safety protocols in this evolving field. He is also the creator of the world’s first course on the prevention and management of complications after fat-dissolving injectables, setting new industry standards for safety and effectiveness.

Dr. Almeida is a sought-after speaker at global conferences, industry panels, and leading business and medical media, including TV, radio, and publications. He shares insights on entrepreneurship, mindset mastery, and business success, helping professionals navigate the intersection of medicine and leadership. With a rapidly growing international presence in Dubai and Asia, he remains dedicated to bridging the gap between healthcare, business, and high-performance leadership on a global scale.

Saturday 18th, April, Business

12:10 When the clinic you built for freedom becomes a trap

Saturday 18th April, Injectables

17:40 Tomorrow’s world: Cellulite: a new approach to an age-old problem

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Rhianna Bell

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.

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Amy Bird

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Emma Button

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Dr Emma Craythorne

Dr Emma Craythorne is one of the UK’s leading dermatologists, a Consultant Dermatologist and Dermatologic Surgeon at the NHS centre of excellence for dermatology, the St John’s Institute of Dermatology, and at One Welbeck. She is also an Honorary Lecturer at King’s College London and the University of Manchester. With more than twenty years of clinical and academic experience, she is recognised globally for her authoritative approach to common skin health issues and her ability to translate complex dermatology into practical, real-world life-changing solutions.

She is the founder of Klira, the personalised dermatology company transforming how people understand and manage their skin. Klira uses dermatologist-led, proprietary algorithms, precision compounding, and detailed skin-type categorisation to deliver truly individualised formulations. Built at the intersection of medicine and consumer skincare, Klira is rapidly becoming one of the most disruptive forces in the industry, setting new expectations for efficacy, safety and scientific transparency.

Emma is also the face of the international television series The Bad Skin Clinic, now in its eighth series and broadcast in more than 140 countries. Her media work has made her one of the most recognisable dermatology experts in the UK, with regular features and commentary across print, digital and broadcast outlets. She hosts the podcast The After Hours Skin Clinic and is the author of the forthcoming DK book The Owner’s Guide to the Skin.

Alongside her clinical and media work, Emma has published multiple book chapters and academic journal articles in dermatologic surgery, laser medicine and inflammatory skin disease. Combining deep clinical expertise with strategic insight and entrepreneurial drive, she occupies a unique position: a practising dermatologist shaping the future of the skincare industry while bringing credible, science-led skin health advice to millions.

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Emma Davies

Emma Davies has specialised in Aesthetic Medicine since 1998. In addition to her private clinical practice in Somerset, she has contributed to numerous publications, professional bodies and project groups relating to clinical standards, regulation and education.

Emma was a Committee Member RCN Aesthetic Nurses Forum 2000-2010; Founding Member and Secretary British Association of Sclerotherapists 2003-2010; Founding Member and Chair British Association of Cosmetic Nurses 2010-2014; Clinical Director Save Face 2014-present; Founding member The Aesthetic Complications Expert Group 2010-2020; Founding member and UK Chair of The Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative. She also received cosmetic awards: Services to Industry and Cosmetic Nurse of The Year 2013, Association of the year (BACN) 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and Initiative of the Year (ACE Group) 2018.

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Tracey Dennison

Tracey Dennison is the Consultant Nurse Practitioner at East Riding Aesthetics & Wellness, a multi-award-winning clinic which specialises in restorative and regenerative medical aesthetic treatments to give natural looking, confidence boosting enhancements. A member of BCAN, British Dermatology Nursing Group, International Cosmetic Association of Nurses, British College of Lifestyle Medicine, British Menopause Society, International Menopause Society and Newsome Health Menopause Society, Tracey is passionate about engaging patients on their wellness journey and specialises in menopause care, as well quality training. Tracey is working towards her PhD which is focusing on the possibility of maintaining physiological youth for longer using medical aesthetics and lifestyle medicine interventions.

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Raffi Eghiayan

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Katie Emberley

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.

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Dr Jordan Faulkner

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Nicola Bell

With over two decades of experience across global beauty, wellness and retail, Nicola Bell is a commercially driven leader known for building high-growth strategies and leading high-performing teams. Currently Sales Manager for UK & Ireland at ZO Skin Health, she is responsible for accelerating market share through medical partnerships and clinical collaboration. Her career spans senior leadership roles across globally recognised and founder-led brands, including iS Clinical, Environ Skincare, Clinique and Nike. She has a proven track record of delivering growth, scaling brands and driving both direct-to-consumer and professional channel success.

A strategic thinker and skilled negotiator, she combines commercial rigour with a passion for brand building, customer experience and team development. She is particularly recognised for transforming business performance, fostering strong partnerships and creating cultures that inspire results.

Saturday 18th April, ZO Skincare Symposium

15:30 How to accelerate your business with skincare in clinic

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Miss Natasha Berridge

Miss Berridge is a well-respected and accomplished Consultant Maxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Facial Cosmetic Reconstructive and Gender Affirming Facial Surgery. Dually qualified in both Medicine and Dentistry, Miss Berridge completed her extensive surgical training and the highly regarded TIG Fellowship in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery at the most prestigious teaching hospitals in London, United Kingdom. As a higher surgical trainee, Miss Berridge also gained her Masters’ Degree in Aesthetic Medicine & Skin Ageing with Merit from the University of Manchester.

Miss Berridge works as an NHS Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in London specialising in the management of craniofacial trauma and facial skin cancer. She is founder and medical director of the consultant led specialist clinic Facesurgerydoc which offers the very latest techniques in both minimally invasive and surgical facial procedures, as well as facial rejuvenation/aesthetics. In addition to her surgical practice, Miss Berridge is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester (MSc Skin Ageing & Aesthetic Medicine), specialist advisor to the PMFA journal and Consultant collaborator with pharmaceutical company Galderma, Inmode and global KOL for Evolus. A highly sought-after speaker and educator, Miss Berridge is well published in multiple scientific journals and regularly presents at both national and international conferences.

Sunday 19th, April, Injectables

14:30 Anatomy masterclass

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Sara Cheeney

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.

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Prof Sebastian Cotofana (via video link)

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.

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Julia Hart

Julia Hart is a Clinical Director and Senior Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. She spent over 30 years working in the NHS and was one of a handful of Nurses to excel at a senior level in Clinical Practice. She is experienced in mentoring and supporting nurses, junior and middle-grade doctors to develop their own clinical skills. Not content with doing just one degree Julia has completed 3 different degree programs culminating in a Post Grad Dip in Advanced Clinical Practice.

Julia has over 10 years of experience in the industry and has trained with some of the leading Aesthetic Doctors and Nurses in the UK, Julia is a regular attendee at training and educational events and is committed to an ongoing program of Education and Development.

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Eleanor Hartley

Eleanor’s career spans the NHS, medtech, non-profit, and private healthcare. With postgraduate studies in aesthetic medicine, dermatology, and Advanced Clinical Practice, she combines maternal health expertise with a focus on women’s wellness. Known for her attention to detail and artistic flair, Eleanor specialises in subtle, regenerative changes, using a holistic approach to enhance face, body, and internal wellness. She founded Hart Medical in London as a discreet haven where clients can optimise, transform, or relax. The clinic offers tailored, results-driven treatments using clinically approved products and advanced technology.

Sunday 19th, April, Skincare

14:30 Session Chair

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Dr Shady Ismaiel

Dr. Ismail is a highly experienced Plastic Surgeon specializing in aesthetic medicine, with an impressive career spanning over 11 years. He is a proud member of the Spanish Society of Facial Plastic Surgery (SECPF) and holds an MSc in Practical Dermatology from Cardiff University, UK.

Dr. Ismail operates his practice at the renowned Clarity Aesthetics Clinic in Cairo, Egypt. He is a sought-after speaker and has contributed to over 40 regional and international conferences, workshops, and hands-on training sessions. His expertise extends to being a Country Expert and TEOXANE MENA Faculty Member, as well as serving as the Middle-East Training Manager Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Biolift™ threads. Additionally, he holds the prestigious position of Galderma International Trainer and acts as the MiddleEast Scientific Director for PromoItalia MONTENAPOLEONE ACADEMY.

Dr. Ismail’s extensive knowledge and active involvement in various capacities highlight his dedication to advancing the field of aesthetic medicine, making him a respected figure in the industry.

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Tracey Jones

Tracey has been a dedicated NMC registered nurse since 1996, with a career that spans roles both education and senior management. She is an independent prescriber and has advanced her expertise through education to master’s level. As a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a published author, Tracey has made significant contributions to the nursing profession. Currently, she serves as a Senior Lecturer in Nursing at a renowned Russell Group university, where she continues to inspire and educate the next generation of healthcare professionals.

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Dr Sabika Karim

Dr Sabika is founder of Skin Medical and an international educator. Having attained her medical degree at King’s College London, she concurrently trained in both general practice and aesthetics. Dr Karim decided to specialise in the latter after being moved by its power to give her patients lasting confidence and create a real positive change in their lives.

In her 17+ years of experience, Dr Sabika has garnered a global reputation as an innovative and highly skilled aesthetic doctor and thought leader. Through teaching and lecturing both at her clinic, Skin Medical, and internationally she has managed to raise industry standards and form some of today’s best practices. She has been a key opinion leader for injectables and energy based devices for companies such as Sinclair, Candela, Cutera, BTL, Nuceiva and Anteage, helping to develop novel treatments and protocols.

Dr Sabika’s approach is underpinned by her expertise in delivering safe treatments with natural-looking results and her innate understanding of each patient’s individual needs. Dr Sabika’s unique approach to delivering treatments that unite the science and art of medicine has won her awards and landed her features in both local and international press.

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Amy Lamb

Amy is a Registered Prescribing Nurse with almost 25 years of experience who brings a passion and dedication to her role in medical aesthetics. Having spent the majority of her NHS career excelling in general and emergency medicine, Amy combines clinical expertise with a genuine commitment to transforming the aesthetics industry.

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Courtney Le Borgne

Courtney is a multi-award-winning event professional, the founder of Hosted Aesthetics, and the curator of the Hosted International Series and the Leadership Summit.

Hosted supports established medical aesthetics clinic owners to grow and scale their businesses through highly personalised events that prioritise connection, collaboration, insight and education. Each experience is intentionally curated to bring industry leaders together to think bigger, lead stronger and grow smarter.

Courtney’s expertise sits in business growth and commercialisation, and her work is driven by a belief that when the right people are brought into the right rooms, with the right intent, doors open, allowing professionals to reach their full potential as leaders and business owners.

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Nurse SarahLouise

Nurse Sarah Louise is an Independent Nurse Prescriber, aesthetic business consultant, and entrepreneur with over 15 years’ experience in medical aesthetics, plastic surgery, and clinical leadership.

She is the founder of SLA Medical, a UK-based aesthetic clinic she built, scaled, and systemised over nine years, now operating successfully without her day-to-day involvement while she lives internationally.

Sarah Louise is also the CEO and founder of The Business Injection, a business education and consulting platform designed specifically for aesthetic, health, and wellness professionals who want to build profitable, ethical, and sustainable businesses.

She is known for bridging the gap between clinical excellence and commercial intelligence, helping practitioners move from owner-operator roles into confident, strategic CEOs.

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Teena Mackenzie

Teena Mackenzie is a prominent figure in the field of dermatology nursing, serving as the Consultant Nurse Dermatology Lead Education and Development Nurse for the British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses (BDNG). Her expertise extends to psychodermatology, where she is currently undertaking an MSc in Psycholoy, Mental Health and Wellbeing. Mackenzie is also a Principal Investigator for BADBIR and AStar, and she sits on the executive panel. She has recorded over 75 podcasts and has chaired numerous events, showcasing her active role in the professional community. Her work includes developing nurse-led research and publications, and she has been involved in numerous expert panels and conference planning.

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Alison Mahon

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Dr Max Malik

Dr Max Malik, MBChB, PG Dip Derm, MBCAM, MRCPsych, 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 the British College of Aesthetic Medicine, British Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgeons, 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 results with aesthetic treatments. He is a Merz teacher and trainer of other doctors, as Merz Innovative Partner and a KOL for Wigmore Medical. 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.

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Dr JJ Masani

Dr JJ Masani began his medical journey 41 years ago in Southern India. He now runs the Mayfair Practice, a combined GP and aesthetic clinic, and is well known across the industry as one of the leading aesthetic doctors to specialise in mole-removal. In 1974, as a recently qualified doctor, Dr Masani went on holiday to Zambia, which was an experience that would truly kick-start his career in medicine. After early work as a government medical officer (similar to a GP) in ‘the bush’, he started practising plastic surgery – which was very different to his current aesthetic practice. “With a war taking place, plastic surgery was very rudimentary in the sense that it was nothing to do with aesthetic care. I would treat around 80 patients a day,” he says. “Mainly for animal bites and war injuries – someone would lose half their face and you would have to try to reconstruct it.”

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Dr Beatriz Molina

Dr Molina is a highly experienced cosmetic doctor, a fellow of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine, previously Vice-President, and the founder and medical director of Medikas Ltd. Originally from Spain, Dr Molina came to England and worked as a GP for ten years during which time she developed an interest in cosmetic surgery and the emerging use of botulinum toxin. Since 2007 she has specialised exclusively in aesthetic medicine and been totally committed to driving excellence within the industry including founding the International Association for Prevention of Complications in Aesthetic Medicine.

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Verity Nowlan

She began her journey in the aesthetics industry at 18, after earning the prestigious CIDESCO International Beauty Diploma. She spent two years working as an aesthetic practitioner before deciding to pursue a degree in nursing. After gaining her nursing registration, she returned to aesthetics, this time as a qualified aesthetic nurse.

She joined a leading cosmetic group at their flagship Harley Street clinic, where she completed her Nurse Prescribing qualification and received advanced aesthetic training. Her growing passion for skin health led her to transition into the NHS, where she worked as a Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist at a London hospital. During this time, she also completed a Master’s degree in Clinical Dermatology.

Today, she brings together her experience in both aesthetics and dermatology in her current role at a private clinic on Harley Street.

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Dr Hazel Parkinson

Dr Hazel Parkinson is a multi award winning aesthetic doctor, menopause specialist and founder of Dr Hazel Skin Solutions in Warwickshire. With over 20 years of medical experience, she combines advanced aesthetic medicine with women’s health and clinical dermatology to deliver holistic, evidence based care.

Originally trained as a GP, Hazel holds postgraduate qualifications in clinical dermatology and women’s health and has extensive experience supporting women through perimenopause and menopause. She has a particular interest in menopausal skin, regenerative treatments and the impact of hormonal change on facial ageing.

She is a member of the British Menopause Society and the Primary Care Women’s Health Society, and an associate member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine. Hazel is also on the Editorial Board for the Journal of Aesthetic Nursing.

An experienced speaker and writer, she presents at national conferences and contributes regularly to leading professional journals. As an Image Skincare Brand Ambassador, she works closely with industry partners to champion safe, science led aesthetic practice.

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Dr Tapan Patel

Dr Tapan Patel is the Founder and Medical Director of PHI Clinic in London’s Harley Street which won Best Clinic in London for three years in a row at the prestigious Aesthetic Awards. An aesthetics practitioner for nearly 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.

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Dr Kai Rajeswaran

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Dr Rita Rakus

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.

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Dr Marc Ronert

Dr Marc A. Ronert, M.D., Ph.D., is a European board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and a fellow of the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. A graduate of the prestigious Heinrich-Heine University of Medicine, Dr Ronert is a respected speaker at medical conferences around the world. A visionary and pioneer in clinical research, Dr Ronert is the co-owner and chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board at IMAGE Skincare and leads the development of every IMAGE Skincare product.

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Emma Ross

Emma Ross is an Aesthetic Nurse Prescriber and Founder of ERA Aesthetics & Wellness (Belfast), a clinic recognised for its holistic, patient-centred approach to aesthetic medicine. With a background in Nursing and Midwifery and over 13 years’ experience in aesthetics, Emma is known for combining advanced injectable techniques with a deep understanding of facial harmony, skin health, and patient psychology. She is a Key Opinion Leader for Neauvia and Dermafocus, with a specialist interest in regenerative therapies. Passionate about education and raising industry standards, Emma champions safe, ethical, and evidence-based practice through her clinical work and mentorship.

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Dr Souphiyeh Samizadeh

Dr Souphiyeh Samizadeh is a dental surgeon and clinical director of Revivify London clinic. Dr Samizadeh is the founder of the Great British Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, is an honorary clinical teacher at King’s College London and Queen Mary University of London and is the visiting associate professor for Shanghai Jiao Tong University. She has multiple published papers in peer reviewed journals and frequently presents at national and international conferences. She trains aesthetic doctors, dermatologists and surgeons worldwide.

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Kamran Shibli

Kamran Shibli is a commercial leader with over two decades of experience across healthcare, medical devices and aesthetics. He is known for scaling businesses, resetting underperforming organisations and delivering measurable commercial results.

His philosophy is simple: customer first, aligned values and a bold, disruptive culture. He focuses on creating real value for clinics and industry partners, building aligned relationships that go beyond product sales and support long-term growth.

Most recently General Manager at Alma Lasers UK & Ireland, he built the UK organisation from the ground up and led its commercial expansion in the aesthetics market.

Today, he works with healthcare and aesthetics companies, business owners and leaders on commercial strategy, growth and organisational alignment.

He founded Default is Dangerous on a simple belief: success should be designed, not left to default, driven by clear values, intentional leadership and disciplined execution.

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Sara Smith

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Dr Mary Sommerlad

Dr Mary Sommerlad, FRCP, is a distinguished Consultant Dermatologist at the award-winning Self London Clinic where she is renowned for her expertise in managing pigmentary disorder ssuch as melasma and photo-ageing and in laser dermatology. With a personalised evidence-based approach, she strives to foster enduring relationships with patients, prioritising healthy skin alongside addressing skin concerns. She is as comfortable recommending an effective skincare routine as she is managing complex medical dermatology cases. Graduating from UCL with a First Class intercalated BSc in Immunology, she completed her Dermatology training at the Royal London and Royal Free during which time she was awarded the Royal Society of Medicine trainee prize twice. Recognized for her expertise in skin of colour dermatology, she contributes to clinical research and teaching, with publications in esteemed peer reviewed journals and frequent speaking engagements at academic meetings. As an advocate for healthy skin, Dr Mary serves as an ambassador for the British Skin Foundation and has appeared on the BBC One Series 'Skin'. As part of her commitment to imparting knowledge and sharing her expertise, she has been featured in prominent publications and media outlets, including the BBC, Vogue, Tatler, Elle and The Sunday Times Style to name a few. Beyond her professional endeavours, Dr Mary enjoys cooking, traveling, art and cherishing time with her family, seeing the world through the eyes of her children.

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Kenny Thomson

Kenny Thomson is a retired Detective Superintendent who has a wealth of experience in the investigation of serious and organised crime, and was the head of the Economic Crime and Cybercrime Units with Police Scotland. He has led numerous complex investigations and has represented UK law enforcement at an international level. He has extensive experience in dealing with fraud and cybercrime, and how it impacts on businesses and individuals.

He is an accomplished speaker and has delivered presentations to a wide range of businesses and organisations. He has also lectured on Combatting Financial Crime in a range of countries on behalf of Europol.

Kenny is now a Consultant for SJ Partnership, advising clinics and distributers on the threats and risks posed by fraudsters and cyber criminals, providing staff with training on what to look out for, minimising the risk of becoming a victim.

Kenny is also an advisor to tv production companies in relation to police dramas.

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Mani Toni

Emmanuel Toni (Mani) is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and PhD researcher specialising in dermatology, with expertise spanning inflammatory skin disease, public education and aesthetic dermatology. With a clinical background in acute and emergency care, he has worked across NHS, academic, and private practice settings. Mani’s doctoral research focuses on public awareness, misinformation, and stigmatisation relating to visible skin conditions, particularly psoriasis. He is a national advocate for advancing dermatology nursing, frequently speaking at UK and international conferences, and is passionate about improving equity, education, and standards of care across medical and aesthetic dermatology.

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Rebecca Walker

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.

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Gavin Wollacott

Gavin Wollacott is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner and Lecturer in Advanced Practice at the University of Plymouth’s Faculty of Health. In his role as Program Lead for the Independent and Supplementary Prescribing Program, he oversees the training and accreditation of prescribers, while also lecturing on apprenticeship programs like Advanced Professional Practice (Clinical Practitioner) and Advanced Clinical Practitioner.

Simultaneously, Gavin maintains clinical practice within the NHS, specialising in urgent care and out-of-hours services. He brings real-world expertise into the classroom as a lecturer. Gavin is a committed advocate of interprofessional learning—working across nursing, paramedicine, and allied health disciplines to cultivate advanced consultation, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. As a member of the Association for Prescribers, and as an accredited prescriber under the Nursing and Midwifery Council, his work contributes directly to raising the profile and professionalism of advanced practice across all professions.

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Dr Michela Zazzaron

Dr Michela Zazzaron, MD, graduated at the University of Padua, where she completed a fellowship in Molecular Biology. She furthered her studies with a 4-years Diploma at the School of Aesthetic Medicine in Bologna, then obtained a Master in Trichology at the University of Florence and completed a Master’s Diploma program in Anatomy of the Facial Superficial Structures at the University of Nice in France. In 2018 she attended an IFAAS Fellowship in Seoul on Mini Invasive Facial rejuvenation and Lifting. Cosmetic Physician and Medical Trichologist since 2008, with a particular focus on the prevention of skin and hair aging, dr Zazzaron manages a multi-disciplinary team of 18 members. Since 2012 she has been international speaker and trainer in major national and international congresses, being KOL for Major Companies of Aesthetics Fields (recently IBSA, NORDBERG, EVOLUS, IPSEN, consultant for FILLMED, GUNA). She has been involved in some R&D projects as consultant for Aesthetic Pharmaceutical Companies and she is enrolled in several Scientific Societies: she is part of the Scientific Committee of AITEB (Italian association of Aesthetic Use of Botulinum Toxin), and AGORA (Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine) she is member of the Italian Society of Trichology (SiTri). Dr Zazzaron is Professor for the Master in Aesthetic Medicine of the Face of Unipegaso. Dr Zazzaron is author of papers on indexed journals and books about injectable treatments and regenerative approaches. She is inventor and owner of a Patent for a Solution for Hair Loss

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Dr Amir Zerach

Dr. Amir Zerach embarked on a unique professional journey. Initially venturing into business and entrepreneurship, he later transitioned to medicine, commencing his medical studies at the age of 28 at Tel Aviv University. He then immersed himself in aesthetic medicine post-graduation, ascending to become one of Israel's foremost experts in the field.

Dr. Zerach's pioneering efforts led to the establishment of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary clinic in Israel, renowned for its cutting- technologies and treatments spanning aesthetic medicine edge, plastic surgeries, dermatology, gynecology, cosmetology, and beyond.

As the founder and medical director of the esteemed Dr. Zerach Academy, he has nurtured the next generation of aesthetic medicine practitioners, annually graduating over a hundred doctors.

Distinguished for his innovative injection techniques and treatment methodologies, Dr. Zerach shares his expertise through global lectures and educational initiatives. He is an international Key Opinion Leader for Vivacy and a consultant for leading hyaluronic acid companies, actively contributing to advancing the field's material development.

Dr. Zerach is a partner in Liliger and has played an active and integral role in the development of SUBDERMA from its inception, contributing his clinical expertise throughout every stage of its evolution.

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