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MEET THE EXPERTS

The Aesthetic Medicine editorial board’s clinical expertise and diverse range of specialities help ensure the magazine meets the needs of the readers. In this issue, we have received guidance from the following members:

DR PAUL CHARLSON

Dr Paul Charlson has worked in aesthetic medicine for more than 20 years, and he has performed more than 30,000 procedures. His main interests are advanced dermal filler techniques, Sculptra, migraine treatment, aesthetic skin issues, and acne scarring. Dr Charlson writes extensively for journals on aesthetic topics; he is a KOL for Galderma and Beauty Europe and has taught for both Merz and Teoxane.

DR SHIRIN LAKHANI

Dr Shirin Lakhani is a GP and aesthetic practitioner, specialising in intimate health, sexual dysfunction, and menopause. A lack of NHS care for women has led Dr Lakhani to offer treatments for Lichen Sclerosus, vaginal atrophy and many more intimate health issues. She is a significant voice of authority within the intimate health space, speaking widely on HRT, the menopause, and incontinence.

MR ALI GHANEM

Mr Ali Ghanem is a consultant aesthetic plastic surgeon and clinical senior lecturer in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery at Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, as well as visiting professor and head of department of Aesthetic Medicine at the College of Medicine and Dentistry, Ulster University. He is qualified in Medical Law and Ethics, Surgical Science and Developmental and Stem Cell Biology.

DR SABIKA KARIM

Dr Sabika Karim, founder of Skin Medical, is a multi-award winning international educator who combines her NHS GP background with 18 years of aesthetic medical practice to deliver gold standard treatments to her patients at the clinic, while raising industry standards by teaching and training her peers.

VANESSA BIRD

Vanessa Bird has worked for many leading distributors in aesthetics. She uses over a decade of industry experience, knowledge, and connections as The Aesthetic Consultant to understand the specific challenges faced by many successful, high-profile individuals and clinics as she helps them to succeed in the elite ‘top tier’.

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DEAR READERS
Former editor Anna Dobbie signs off the July/August issue
MEET THE EXPERTS
The Aesthetic Medicine editorial board’s clinical expertise and diverse range of specialities help ensure the magazine meets the needs of the readers. In this issue, we have received guidance from the following members:
HOT OFF THE PRESS
INDUSTRY NEWS
REVERSE TIME AT THE CELLULAR LEVEL
The Power of SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum, by Dr Ahmed El-Houssieny
OUT & ABOUT
Highlights from the sector calendar
PRECISION, BURITY AND PERFORMANCE
Whether you're an experienced practitioner or new to the field, you know how critical precision is for delivering patient satisfaction.
PRECISION, PASSION AND PERSPECTIVE
Former editor Anna Dobbie speaks to Dr Jenny Doyle about her illustrious medical career, while also making time for her passions outside of work
RESTORING INTIMATE COMFORT
Dr Ioannis Liakas highlights the use of a non-hormonal treatment for vulvo-vaginal atrophy
CASE STUDY: TREATING SEVERE, CHRONIC ACNE WITH AVICLEAR
Alice Henshaw describes Audrey Johnson’s journey to clear skin
THE PRINCESS AND THE PRP
Regenerative expert, nurse Claudia McGloin answers all your burning questions
TREATMENT OF DELAYED SECOND-DEGREE CHEMICAL BURN
Clinic director Mei Abadiano assesses the effectiveness, safety, and outcomes of professional-grade medical low level light therapy in treating residual symptoms of a second-degree chemical burn
SPOTLIGHT ON… ZINC
Kezia Parkins takes a look at this powerful mineral and how it can be used in skincare
UNDERSTANDING AND TREATING CELLULITE IN TRANSGENDER PATIENTS
Dr Tatiana Mandavia talks through her holistic, inclusive approach
THE HIDDEN AESTHETIC TOLL OF STRESS
Cardiologist Dr Jay Shah considers how blood pressure monitoring can reveal and reverse the impact of stress
LAUNCHING RIGHT
CQC consultant Tracey Jones considers when the right time is to start your CQC application
REGENERATION BEYOND THE SURFACE
Dr Nima Mahmoodi speaks to Aesthetic Medicine about Remedi London’s integrative ethos, why he’s backing exosome technology and how the future of aesthetics lies in treating the skin and the self
BUILDING TRUST
Dr Olha Vorodyukhina talks to former editor Anna Dobbie about her approach to patient-centric communication
5 MINUTES WITH... AMY BIRD
Nurse prescriber and founder of KAST Aesthetics, Amy Bird, discusses her new role as chair of the British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses (BAMAN), the importance of precision in the sector and aesthetic trends for this year and beyond
BEYOND THE CONSENT FORM
Expert witness Jen Vittanuova considers what truly informed consent looks like
EMPLOYEE WELLNESS
Liz McKeon looks at why a happy team equals happy patients
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Michelle Bruce, associate at Buckles Law, explains how to navigate the job interview process legally and confidently
HIGH-TECH FACIALS: MEDIK8 CRYSTAL RETINAL AGE-DEFYING FACIAL
Deputy editor Kezia Parkins experienced Medik8’s new Crystal Retinal Age-Defying Facial with celebrity facialist Michaella Bolder
STYLAGE HYDROMAX
Lisa Merrigan visits Dr Zunaid Alli for a Vivacy treatment to improve skin elasticity and hydration
PRODUCT NEWS
The latest product launches
STANDING ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS
The Aesthetic Consultant Vanessa Bird explores imitation in aesthetics
WHAT PATIENTS REALLY WANT
Reena Sandhu does a social listening deep dive into modern aesthetic expectations
IN THE MONEY
Could financial wellness be the workplace benefit your business needs?
THE UK REGULATORY PATHWAY FOR MEDICAL DEVICES
Rosanne Joseph-Anthony offers a comprehensive guide
ASK ALEX
“How can I use WhatsApp and Instagram to improve patient retention?”
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