CosDoc2025

Putting Medicine Back into Medical Aesthetics

Dr Imaan Joshi is a cosmetic physician and specialist GP who works exclusively in procedural work that includes skin. She has a background in surgical training (Obstetrics and Gynecology) and, since 2015, Dr Imaan has added to her surgical skillset and repertoire by venturing into Aesthetic Medicine. She has also undertaken further training in Dermoscopy and Skin Cancer Surgery.
Dr Imaan founded Skin Essentials as she saw a need for patients to be better informed and aware of the potential for subtle rejuvenation while minimising risks in a medical setting that respects the fact that it’s an area with rare but significant risks. She approaches skin and aesthetic concerns holistically, with a focus on short, medium and longterm aesthetic goals that include improving chronic skin conditions such as acne, redness/ sensitivity and pigmentation disorders.

Direct Comparison Between 755 nm Picosecond Laser Versus 1927 nm Non-Ablative Fractional Laser in the Treatment of Photoaging and Pigmentation in Skin Types 1-3.

Dr. Davin Lim is an Australian board certified laser, procedural and aesthetic dermatologist and member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. During the past decade, and with over 20 credits to his name, Dr. Lim has been published in international journals and presented at numerous conferences. He oversees the laser and cosmetic division at Cutis Clinic, focusing his expertise on the treatment of acne scarring, hyper pigmentation and vascular conditions with various laser types, chemical peels and cosmetic injections, and keeping Cutis on its toes, ensuring we remain at the top of our class for many years to come.

The Accumulative Effect of Profhilo

Dr. Jenny Kimmins has more than 18 years’ experience in cosmetic medicine, she is a well respected lecturer and trainer in the industry and she is the chair of the Healthcert Aesthetic Medicine program.

Regenerative Volume Correction

Dr. Lin is a board-certified dermatologist and one of the most renowned speakers in the field of aesthetic medicine from Taiwan. He founded Shangli Aesthetics Derm Clinic in Taipei 15 years ago and has been giving lectures and training sessions in numerous global conferences and workshops for more than 10 years. He has won the best case in non-surgical facial rejuvenation in 2015 at AMEC for his insightful treatment plans and unique injection techniques, and because of his passion and tremendous experience in the fields of injectables, laser and energy-based devices, he is one of the mostly requested and invited speakers worldwide.

Case Studies: Incobotulinum Toxin A For Management of Rosacea, A Comprehensive Assessment of Action.

Dr Agnieszka Warchalowski (MBBS, BHSc, FRACGP) combines techniques and interventions from the fields of Cosmetic, Longevity and Nutritional Medicine to improve the external signs of ageing while addressing the underlying factors that contribute to a wide range of aesthetic presentations. Her approach is comprehensive, yet conservative to produce natural-looking aesthetic results, while improving health parameters that support longevity. Dr Agnes has a special interest in aesthetic presentations in menopause such as weight gain, obesity, lipedema, skin ageing, alopecia and immune-driven skin conditions and has developed the Bio-Alai Health System, a streamlined program that clinicians can offer their patients to improve aesthetic outcomes.

Benefits of a Dual Wavelength Solid State Laser (589nm/1319nm) for Acne, Melasma and Skin Rejuvenation

Dr. Jacqueline Luna is a board-certified dermatologist in the Philippines and has been practicing for almost 20 years. She has special interest in medical dermatology, laser and aesthetics.

Dr Luna obtained her medical degree from the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center 2001. She finished residency in dermatology in the same institution in 2006. She is currently a fellow of the Philippine Dermatological Society. Dr Luna is an active consultant in St. Luke’s Medical Center Global City and Asian Hospital and Medical Center. She is also the Assistant Medical Director of the Belo Medical Group.

Clinical Photography – Why it’s vital for your clinic, patients and education.

Woodrow Wilson is a commercial photographer who founded Clinical Imaging Australia in 2014 – an agency specialised in modernising clinical photography in aesthetic and therapeutic clinics. Since inception it has grown to over 150 clinics across 7 countries and multiple specialties.

Everyday hundreds of patients around the world experience the systems he designed, enabling clinicians to accurate chart patient results, comply with government guidelines and ethically market with standardised objective imaging.

Woodrow is on the board of ANDO modular aid – a German surgical charity. He is currently producing a documentary called Syndemic which focuses on the silent epidemic of lack of surgical access across developing world.

Mastering The Art Of Regeneration With BIONUTRILIFT®

Dr Robert Chmielewski – surgeon since 1998. Specialist in aesthetic medicine. The Head of PRIME CLINIC and Beauty AntiAging Academy in Warsaw, Poland. Member of the Polish Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Anti- Aging Polish Medical Association since 2002. Author of innovative therapeutic methods that allow to achieve very effective, but natural effects of skin rejuvenation.
Author of modern lifting techniques, tailor-made for individual patient needs such as: SMART NETWORK, Supporting Volumetry, SMASlift Antigravity Concepr, Nonsurgical micro cannulas Facelifting. Specialist in WAL liposuction, lipo-transfer connected with steam cells implementation.
Early in his career, he adopted regenerative treatment options such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Microfat, and Stromal Vascular Fraction (SVF) in his clinic and developed a comprehensive multilevel facial tissue correction technique, giving natural results.
Co-author of Ultherapy and Jet Plasma medical protocols.
International Key Opinion Leader, Local Country Mentor and trainer of FILLMED, Allergan, Teoxane, Croma, Hyalual. Coutrry Medical Consultant Urgo Aesthetic.

Skin quality: how to combine approaches to maximise long-term patient outcomes

Dr Morgan (BSc, MBBS, DRANZCOG) began her career in obstetrics and gynaecology after obtaining a Bachelor of Science from the University of Queensland and also a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Bond University. Whilst practicing obstetrics, she became increasingly fascinated with cosmetic medicine and as her anatomical appreciation and skill set developed in this area, so too did she become more empowered on behalf of the patients to grow into this speciality. Dr Morgan has advanced to become a Member of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgeons and a national Key Opinion Leader. She is a Lead Trainer for Silhouette Soft Thread Lift and a lead trainer in advanced injectable techniques for Galderma.Dr Morgan’s ultimate goal is to treat and provide for her patient’s cosmetic needs in their entirety; it’s an endeavour she commits a great deal of planning and passion towards and ultimately enhances the comprehensive toolkit of solutions for her patients.

The Advantages of HydraDermabrasion – the Science Behind the Treatment

Dr. Ian Chinsee, registered with the Medical Board of Australia and a Surgical Fellow of ACCSM, graduated with a Bachelor of Science from UCLA in 2002 and an MBBS from the University of Queensland in 2007. After six years with QLD Health, he completed advanced surgical training with ACCSM, earning the Colin Moore Gold Medal Award. Dr. Chinsee is experienced in breast and facial aesthetics. He values approachability and compassion, ensuring well-cared-for patients and satisfying outcomes.

Facelift Using Permanent Suspension Threads

Dr Ravi Jain is an experienced global KOL who focusses on educating clinicians on his own experiences in running an aesthetic practice in the UK. His expertise extends to full face rejuvenation with injectables, permanent thread lifts and VASER Liposelection. Dr Ravi Jain is the founder and owner of the multi-award winning Riverbanks Clinic in the UK. He has lectured globally and published several peer reviewed papers on facial aesthetics. He recognises the challenges facing both younger and more experienced aesthetic practitioners and offers consultation skills workshops as well as online mentoring.

Ultrasound Imaging in Facial Aesthetics; “Through the Looking Glass”

Lisa Hackett, a highly qualified radiographer and sonographer, holds a PhD candidacy and a Master’s degree in Medicine from UNSW. With extensive experience since 1993, she specializes in Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound, particularly in Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Rheumatology, Fertility, and Facial Aesthetics. As an educator, she conducts national and international courses on MSK ultrasound and facial aesthetics, recognized for her expertise and mentorship. Lisa’s research contributions include presentations at prestigious conferences and publications in renowned journals. Notably, her work on Calcific tendonitis and shearwave elastography has garnered attention in the medical community. Awarded multiple times by the ASA, Lisa also serves as an Associate Editor for the Australian Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine.

Ultrasound of the periorbital area: a practical approach to the assessment and management of complications.

Dr Shannan is a general practitioner and a cosmetic physician at The Manse clinic in Sydney, he has years of experience in the aesthetic field and been trained nationally and internationally by world renowned experts in the field. Dr Shannan utilizes ultrasound for most of his cosmetic assessments and treatments particularly for the advanced treatments, including temples, forehead, upper eyelids/A-frame, nose  and nasolabial folds. Dr Shannan has a special interest in treating cosmetic complications. He takes referrals from other nurses and docors for emergency issues including vascular occlusions and other non-emergency cosmetic issues requiring reversal. He is also a field expert with AMET.

“Where’s my cheese?” Why I introduced Emerald laser for fat loss and results to date.

Dr Leat came to Australia to escape from the NHS in 1989 for a one year working holiday. He never went back. After working in hospitals and briefly as a GP he accidentally learned how to perform collagen injections and thought it might be a useful part time gig. Then Botox and Restylane launched and it has been a full time job ever since.

Facial Anatomy for Injectors Part 1: A different perspective. Keeping It Simpler, Useful and Practical.

Dr Steven Liew, educator and global innovator, is the brainchild and co-owner of Complete Face (www.completeface.net), the world first iPad interactive digital encyclopedia of facial injectables. His LIFT techniques to re-shape and dramatically transform facial shapes and features have revolutionised the cosmetic industry. In 2019, Dr Liew started the all-inclusive multi-disciplinary aesthetic conference focusing on all things nonsurgical in Sydney, with the philosophy that education should be inclusive, not exclusive (To learn, To share, To advance TOGETHER www.aestheticsau.com).

In 2022, Dr Liew founded Face The World Foundation, a philanthropic initiative that provides an avenue for deserving Australians and New Zealanders with financial difficulties, who have facial deformities that are causing significant emotional toll on their life, to have their face restored non-surgically by highly trained cosmetic practitioners who have donated their expertise.

Mental Health Assessments in Cosmetic Patients: Historical and Future Perspectives

A/Prof Gemma Sharp leads the Body Image & Eating Disorders Research Program at Monash University. She is a Senior Clinical Psychologist with special interest in cosmetic medicine.

“I Only Have Eyes For You”

Cosmetic Physician 25 years, Fellow and Dean ACCSM, Fellow CPCA, Scientific Board member and Coordinator IMCAS Academy, Member CMAC, Member ISAC

Embracing Diversity and Making the Right Aesthetic Choices

Dr David Kosenko MBBS, FRACGP, FCPCA, FACCSM, founder of Impress Cosmetic Medicine, has a diverse range of experience from acupuncture and injection sclerotherapy, to Diving and Underwater Medicine, and more recently an interest in general practice dermatology, skin cancer and cosmetic medicine. Dr Kosenko has been an examiner to the RACGP, is a current member of the Medical Advisory Committee to Beleura Private Hospital and a clinical supervisor for the Eastern Victorian General Practice Training Program. He prides himself in honesty and integrity and believes that success comes through doing things to the highest standard.

Avoiding a Stiff Upper Lip: a safer and fresh approach to remodelling philtral columns and the cutaneous upper lip.

The Seductive Power of the Lower Lip: Pillar Technique for the Rolled-In No-Show Lower Lip.

Dr Simone Doreian MBBS Hons FCPCA FRACGP DRANZCOG is one of Australia’s leading aesthetic physicians with over 20 years in aesthetic practice. Dr Doreian is frequently invited to share her knowledge, facial assessment expertise, anatomical knowledge and non surgical techniques at local and international conferences. With a background in aesthetics and a specialty degree in general practice, Dr Doreian is a passionate advocate for the teaching of anatomy. proportion. artistry. patient safety and ethical medical practise.

One Year of Patient Screening – What Have We Learned

Dr Toni Pikoos is a clinical psychologist and post-doctoral researcher from Melbourne, specialising in body dysmorphic disorder and the psychology of aesthetic procedures. She is the Co-Founder of ReadyMind which provides consultation tools and training for cosmetic practitioners, and psychological assessments for cosmetic patients.

Enhancing Aesthetic Outcomes with Photobiomodulation Therapies

Dr Isabella is an aesthetic physician with a focus on patient collaboration to develop transparent treatment plans that address both the internal and external age related changes. She has completed her first year basic physicians training and is a member of the Australian Menopause Society and enjoys balancing changes within patients metabolic and endocrine systems. Alongside internal optimisation, Dr Isabella implements minimally invasive procedures to maintain her patient’s appearances with a focus on balancing collagen regeneration, hyaluronic acid replenishment, facial adiposity distribution and expressive muscle imbalances. Dr Isabella’s approach is patient centred with a focus on transparency, patient comfortability, and satisfaction.

Case Studies: Incobotulinum Toxin A For Management of Rosacea, A Comprehensive Assessment of Action.

Weight gain in middle age.

Pathophysiclogical complexities during perimenopause.

Menopausal Skin Changes and the Hallmarks of Ageing.

Dr Agnieszka Warchalowski (MBBS, BHSc, FRACGP) combines techniques and interventions from the fields of Cosmetic, Longevity and Nutritional Medicine to improve the external signs of ageing while addressing the underlying factors that contribute to a wide range of aesthetic presentations. Her approach is comprehensive, yet conservative to produce natural-looking aesthetic results, while improving health parameters that support longevity. Dr Agnes has a special interest in aesthetic presentations in menopause such as weight gain, obesity, lipedema, skin ageing, alopecia and immune-driven skin conditions and has developed the Bio-Alai Health System, a streamlined program that clinicians can offer their patients to improve aesthetic outcomes.

Sun Protection: The Paramount Tool for Preserving Skin Vitality

Professor Everitt is an internationally renowned expert in clinical aesthetics. With over three decades of experience in the field, he is widely regarded as a leading professional in aesthetic training nationally and globally. Terry has been dedicated to advancing clinical aesthetics through professional development since commencing practice in Los Angeles in 1990. His extensive expertise and contributions to aesthetic education were recognized in 2019 when he was awarded the prestigious title of Professor of Aesthetic Sciences. His passion for research and evidence-based protocols allows him to remain at the forefront of the industry. A committed educator, Terry has trained countless professionals in clinical aesthetics throughout his illustrious career. His deep knowledge and experience, particularly in the higher education realm, make him a sought-after speaker and trainer at major conferences worldwide.

An update on Rhinoplasty: Whats New? How Will This Help my Patient?

Dr Philip Jumeau is a Victorian born and trained ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon who practices solely in the field of RHINOPLASTY for cosmetic and functional purposes. He has extensive experience in all aspects of rhinoplasty including complex revisions, athletes, adolescent and Asian rhinoplasty and complex structural issues (e.g. septal perforation, trauma, nasal obstruction). Dr Jumeau is involved ongoingly in research, lecturing, teaching and running courses in rhinoplasty both nationally and internationally including Global Rhinoplasty Masters in Berlin 2023. His philosophy centres around a very personalised, individualised, relationship with the patient providing the highest level of post-operative care which he believes is essential for excellent results.

Intra-Oral Vascular Occlusions

Elena Currie is an experienced registered nurse and Co-Founder of Aesthetic MET (AMET – www.aestheticmet.com) which is the first aesthetic medical emergency team. AMET supports health professionals with aesthetic complications through their clinical outreach expert team, as well as providing access to an independent, evidence-based educational platform dedicated to aesthetic safety and risk minimisation. Elena regularly presents at conferences and is passionate about contributing towards research that is designed to promote safer practices by improving practitioner knowledge. Elena believes that the key to building a safer industry lies in collaborative, multidisciplinary learning that centres around patient safety.

Elevate Your Online Presence: Top Ten Strategies for Brand and Personal Growth

Nicole, excels in driving successful campaigns, inspiring teams, and delivering impactful presentations.

The Forgotten Heart of Patient Consultations

Neil Osborne is a master trainer, growth coach and entrepreneur. He has worked exclusively in the clinic and aesthetic markets for more than three decades, teaching businesses and brands how to profitably grow and be commercially clever.

Created by Neil, the Spendsuasion® method blends ‘spending’ with ‘persuasion’. It’s specifically created for cosmetic physicians, practice owners, nurses, dermal therapists and injectors – giving them the exact words and when to say them, to create persuasive conversations with patients.

As a growth coach, he’s dramatically grown hundreds of service-based brands and businesses, using industry-specific methods that grow their revenue, develop their consultation and persuasion skills, and multiply their turnover.

Enhancing Hair Restoration Outcomes through High-Dose Platelets and Monocyte Intervention

PhD Medical Biology and Physiology BSc (1st Honours) BHlthSc (Dermal) Jeannie Devereaux) completed a PhD in Medical Biology and Physiology. Jeannie’s qualifications comprises Bachelor of Health Science plus a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (1st Class Honours). Jeannie pioneered the use of PRP Cell Biology in Australia since 2008. Since then, Jeannie has developed dermal regeneration therapies that have changed the course of dermal medicine. Jeannie’s is published in in high-impact journals on PRP topics and has four more molecular biology publications currently under peer review. Moreover, Jeannie peer-reviews regenerative medicine scientific articles with the aim of upholding the academic integrity of this industry.

The Power Of Antioxidants

Dr. Belal Chami, the visionary founder of Re-Dox Skin Lab, is a renowned expert in antioxidants and their effects on human health. Holding a PhD in inflammation, Dr. Chami has an extensive background in Redox Biology. He has made significant contributions to the field through his research, focusing on inflammation and its biological mechanisms.
Dr. Chami’s innovative work has advanced our understanding of how antioxidants can influence health and wellness, making him a leading figure in this area of study. His dedication to research and expertise in these critical biological processes underscore his prominent role in the scientific community.