Inside Aesthetics

Episode 150 hosts Dr Stephanie Manson-Brown, a plastic surgeon and an experienced leader in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry.   Dr Manson-Brown is Head of Clinical Development and Vice President of Research and Development at Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company. She and her team are responsible for global clinical trial development strategy for the aesthetics portfolio covering pharmaceuticals and devices.    Stephanie also is the co-founder of the ‘Science of Aging’ platform, being born out of a desire to bring the latest developments from the field of aging science to the aesthetics arena and explore how these discoveries could potentially translate to aesthetic medicine.  We explore: - What exactly R&D means? - How and why Dr Manson-Brown left her surgical career to work in big Pharma? - What Dr Manson-Brown's role is and what her duties are on a day to day basis?  - What actually happens behind the scenes including how are new products and devices are developed? - How other companies are

Episode 149 hosts Dr Gavin Chan, a cosmetic physician based in Melbourne, Australia. Gavin has worked in the field for over 16 years and he also hosts an extremely successful YouTube channel (under his clinics name 'Victorian Cosmetic Institute) where he explores injectables topics, controversies and more. In this new series of episodes called 'Treatments & Regions Uncovered', we’ll be drilling down into how injectors approach specific areas of the face, what techniques they use and what they've changed over time as they mastered the technique. We’ll explore the patient perspective and get an understanding of their needs and complaints, as well as discussing any alternative treatment options that might be considered. We also discuss the anatomy and facial ageing signs of the area to better understand what’s happening before going on a deep dive to find out: - how our guest does it - what products and tools they prefer and why - what approaches they use and why - what we can learn from their experiences an

Episode 148 hosts Dr Danae Lim (Cosmetic Physician) & Nicky Lurie (Skin therapist) who both work at Shape Clinic, Sydney. During this episode, we discuss how the expertise of skin care intersects with injectables. Whilst some injectors have extensive knowledge in the field of skin anatomy and cosmetic ingredients, the majority aren't trained in this important speciality. We cover: - How skin care & injectables go hand in hand - How poor skin quality affects the outcomes of injectable - How practitioners might integrate skin care into their practice - What the limitations of injectables are and where can skin treatments can optimise patients overall aesthetic outcomes - Why traditionally has there been such a disconnect between skin therapists and injectors? - What are the most common skin concerns that are poorly treated with injectables? - Why patients find the skin such a mystery? How can we educate people better? - How to discuss sun protection with injectable patients - The art of working as a tea

Episode 147 hosts Dr Tim Brown (Plastic Surgeon based in Melbourne) and Dr Niro Sivathasan (Cosmetic Surgeon based in Sydney). We invited these two surgeons from different backgrounds to discuss the current crisis in the Australian cosmetic surgery industry.  For some context to this podcast, it's currently legal for any doctor who holds a medical license to practice and perform cosmetic surgery - regardless of their medical expertise or experience. This unusual loophole can be exploited because there is no formal pathway for any doctor to train in cosmetic procedures.  For many years, there's been an uncomfortable and sometimes volatile relationship between plastic surgeons and other doctors who practice cosmetic surgery - who are collectively known under the umbrella term 'cosmetic surgeons'. This label covers a wide spectrum of doctors, all the way from first year graduates with no formal training through to highly respected and experienced cosmetic surgeons with 25+ years experience. Just a fortnight ago,

Episode 146 hosts Dr Rosalia Luketina, a Plastic Surgeon based in Zurich, Switzerland.   Rosalia works at SkinMed clinic where she and a team of plastic surgeons and dermatologists work together to treat their patients holistically. Rosalia is one of a minority of plastic surgeons around the world who juggles her time equally between operating and injecting.    Rosalia joins us in the 2nd Chapter of our mini-series called 'The Injector Diaries'. These episodes feature in depth conversations, stories and experiences from injectors around the globe.   Each injector brings their own unique take on things and we'll showcase every level of injector, from newbies to masters.   We'll explore how and why they chose to inject, why they favour using certain products, look under the hoods of their clinics and businesses and aim to learn from and inspire our injector listeners. In this episode, we discuss: - Why we chose Rosalia as a guest on the podcast - Rosalia's journey into plastic surgery - How and why she became i

Episode 145 hosts Caitlin King, a Registered Nurse from Melbourne, Australia. Caitlin has background in acute and perioperative nursing. She completed a Bachelor of Nursing, Post Graduate degree and is currently completing a Masters Degree in Nursing. She continues to works part-time in the operating theatre of one of Sydney's largest hospitals whilst also injecting part-time under the business name, 'Plump Me'. Caitlin joins us in our 1st Chapter of a new mini-series called 'The Injector Diaries'. These episodes will feature in depth conversations, stories and experiences from injectors around the globe. Each injector brings their own unique take on things and we'll showcase every level of injector, from newbies to masters. We'll explore how and why they chose to inject, why they favour using certain products, look under the hoods of their clinics and businesses and aim to learn from and inspire our injector listeners. In this episode, we discuss: - How we chose Caitlin as our first guest - Caitlin's journey

Episode 144 hosts Dr Shobhan Manoharan, an internationally-renowned cosmetic and laser dermatologist based in Brisbane, Australia.   He specialises in the use of energy based devices for both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Manoharan is a key opinion leader for Solta Medical, a brand of Bausch health.   Solta's impressive technology portfolio includes Fraxel, Thermage, Clear + Brilliant, Isolaz, liposonix and VASERlipo.   After getting to know Dr Manohran we first define what we mean by skin quality and more interestingly, what our patients perceptions of their skin are.   We cover: - What defines 'good skin' - Collagen and why this is so important for the skin's quality and texture - How injectable patients often neglect their skin and the pitfalls to this - The basic of lasers and laser treatments - Ablative vs non-ablative lasers - Fraxel: the original non-ablative fractional laser - How energy based devices and injectables can be used synergistically This episode was supported by Solta Me

Episode 143 hosts Kian Moini, owner and operator of a newly launched aesthetic clinic called 'Q-Tox' in Sydney, Australia. We discuss the ups, downs and in-betweens of conceptualising and creating a new aesthetic clinic in a very competitive market - covering everything from the design and fit-out, signature scents, financing and recruitment. As a new entrepreneur in the space, Kian walks us through his journey from the initial concept to his imminent opening in October 2021 - creating an ultra-modern, injectables-only clinic that aims to stand out from the crowd. We cover: - The current injectables market in Australia, particular post-lockdown - Deciding on the location of the clinic and the advantages of building in a shopping mall - How to stand out form the crowd and the importance of doing your market research - Deciding when and what to outsource - Digital marketing, social media and the importance of adding your own personal touch - Tips for finding and retaining quality staff - Incorporating a plastic

Episode 142 hosts Dr Dana Berkowitz, an Associate Professor of sociology, women and gender studies at the University of Louisiana, USA. In 2007, Dr Berkowitz published the book, 'Botox Nation: Changing The Face of America' which was an in-depth look at how injectables have become a cultural phenomenon. As a non-medical professional and having been an injectables patient herself, she interviewed hundreds of Americans to understand their motivations and reasons for seeking out treatments.  We explore: - Her reasoning for writing the book - Her own motivations for having toxin treatments - How treatments and marketing have changed over the last 20 years - The pressure that women in particular now face to look younger and more beautiful - Where men fit into this equation - Why aging is perceived so negatively in western cultures - How injectable treatments are advertised in the USA - Social media and celebrity influence on the public - How injectables have become essential treatments for those who use them - Insi

Episode 141 showcases Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal, your co-hosts. As half of Australia emerges from a 15 weeks severe lockdown, Dr Jake & David give a personal account of their own experiences, challenges and thoughts on what comes next. 2021 was the year that COVID truly hit Australia and it's been a difficult, concerning and stressful time for everyone. Whilst we've touched on this theme with all of our previous guests living through COVID, Dr Jake & David share their own challenges and inner feelings. They discuss: - what they did in the lockdown to cope - their fears and worries about the future - the personal challenges of maintaining their businesses - the difficulties in keeping staff motivated to come back to work - how this lockdown compares to 2020 and whether our industry will survive this time - the difficulties in communicating effectively with patients in a lockdown and the challenges this brings - preparations for opening our clinics again - how the lockdown has affected the podcas

Episode 140 hosts Lizzy Boots, founder of 'Boots & All Consulting' and a leader in recruitment and human resources (HR) based in Sydney, Australia. Lizzy's company assists beauty, wellness, aesthetic and healthcare business owners with the full spectrum of human resource requirements, particularly when it comes to finding the right staff for the right role.    During this episode we first define what HR encompasses and assess how the pandemic has affected the Australian aesthetic industry. We then delve into: - What the 'new normal' is for the industry - People leaving the industry for more stability and if there will be enough staff left to service the demand? - How we might navigate the issue of mandatory vaccinations in-clinic from an HR perspective - Finding the right staff and keeping them happy - How to identify the best CV's/resumes - Speaking to referees and references - How to conduct a staff interview - Establishing a probation period for new employees - How long is 'normal' for staff to stay in

Episode 139 hosts Maria Enna-Cocciolone, Founder of INSKIN COSMEDICS and one of Australia’s most reputable beauty industry gurus based in Sydney, Australia. Maria shares her inspiring journey with us and we get a glimpse into just how much the beauty & aesthetics industry has evolved over the past 35 years. We begin by explaining why this weeks podcast was delayed before getting to know our guest. From humble beginnings, Maria has become one of Australia’s most successful beauty entrepreneurs and is the founder of several brands including INSKIN COSMEDICS, O COSMEDICS & Ginger & Me. This podcast takes the form of a free-flowing conversation to learn about Maria’s approach to business. We get some incredible insights into how her personal touch and philosophies have made her so successful. As we emerge from the lockdown and think of opening again, we learn how some of Maria's core principles can be adopted by injectors and other practitioners to stand out from the crowd. We also cover the current c

Episode 138 hosts Dr Nik Davies (GP & Medical Advisor for SILK Laser Clinics) and Dr Andreas Fox (Plastic Surgeon & Medical Director for Artisan Aesthetic Clinics). Since June of this year, the largest states of Australia (New South Wales & Victoria) have been in harsh lockdowns and no injectable treatments have been allowed. But as vaccination rates slowly rise, preparations are underway for re-opening - but what will that look like exactly? Injectors, clinic owners and practitioners may well be faced with some difficult decisions that have both financial and reputational implications. A minority of clinics have controversially decided to go it alone and open despite the lockdown restrictions whereas the majority are awaiting for clear guidance from the government.   We'll be discussing: - our guests backgrounds and their roles within their clinics - what date clinics may get the green light to open again - what differences exist between the end of lockdown in 2020 vs 2021  - our patients mindset

Episode 137 hosts Dr Marcus Mehta, Dr Tristan Mehta & Dr Tapan Patel. Each of our guests are cosmetic doctors based in the UK. They are part of a much larger team behind a new social media app that's been designed specifically for the aesthetic industry called 'Comma'. Comma stands for 'Community for Medical Aesthetics' and allows professionals to share knowledge and discuss topics related to aesthetic medicine within a secure, private and dedicated community. Comma was developed with state-of-the-art technology to be a user-friendly and intuitive process. We first find out more about our guests and their backgrounds before exploring: - what exactly Comma is? - what type of practitioners are able to join? - Comma's ambition to replace the numerous private WhatsApp groups, Facebook forums and other unmoderated channels that injectors currently use to share their ideas and get advice - what features are on the app and why should injectors join? - what a 'comma' is with in the app itself? - what the free and

Episode 136 hosts Professor David Veale, a Consultant Psychiatrist from South London, UK. He is an internationally-renowned thought leader and researcher in the field of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Professor Veale leads a highly specialised service for patients with severe anxiety disorders including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), emetophobia (the fear of vomiting), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as well as BDD. Having first explored BDD way back in episode 7, we re-visit the topic and discuss: - how virtual working and the 'Zoom Boom' has affected our perception of ourselves - What exactly BDD is and how this differs from patients who are just very picky or 'difficult' - what can be done in the cosmetic consultation to explore the topic of BDD - the patient perspective in suffering with BDD - the treatment modalities commonly used  - novel approaches to treating the condition including nutritional psychiatry & psychedelic medications   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA

Episode 135 welcomes back Griz (Grazina) Fechner, a communication expert based in Sydney, Australia. Griz regularly features on 7 Network's 'The Morning Show' to explain human interaction and behaviour. (Previously on episodes 50 and 79)  In this episode we explore the psyche of those currently living through and coping with the lockdowns across Australia. We discuss how and why this lockdown is probably being perceived differently to last year and share some personal insights into how it's affected us personally. We learn about how improve our motivation, optimism and mindset including: - the concept of 'stability rocks'  - learning to let go of issues that you can't control - that we're not our own thoughts and to acknowledge positivity instead of focusing only on the negatives - preparing for unpredictable situations - the use of 'to do' lists to prioritise & create a sense achievement - the importance of maintaining (or creating) a daily routine - what 'The Nun' study demonstrated about the importance

Episode 134 hosts Richard Crawford-Small & Rick O’Neill, both co-founders of 'Aesthetic Entrepreneurs' and are based in the UK. Richard has been in the industry for over 15 years and specialises in sales and marketing. His main passion lies in fusing healthcare and technology together. Rick's expertise is in digital marketing and has over 20 years experience in the field. He consults and advises on the digital marketing needs for numerous aesthetics businesses globally. Richard and Rick combined their skill sets together to provide a full range of complete business support services for aesthetic practices and injectors - known as 'Aesthetic Entrepreneurs'. Having joined us in the first lockdown last year to deliver our 6th Webinar, we invited our guests back to share their insights into what they learnt over a very volatile 18 months in the UK & what strategies worked for clinics. We'll cover: - what Aesthetic Entrepreneurs is - why clinics need to be pro-active and not reactive to change - why offeri

Episode 133 hosts Dr John Holbrook and Dr John Delaney based in Sydney, Australia.   Both are the co-founders of 'Fresh Clinics' (who first featured in Episode 52) The core offering of Fresh Clinics is a standardised consultation and medical compliance service for Australian-based cosmetic injectors.   Their app enables doctors to work in partnership with cosmetic nurses, supervising treatments and improve both the patient experience but also safety through a telemedicine solution. In this episode we clarify some of the main issues that the Fresh Clinics app has helped solve for injectors. We get insight into: - Fresh Clinics meetings with the New South Wales Health Department to ensure that their service and app met the strict and expected standards required - what the recent amendments to 'Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act' mean in practical terms for injectors, clinic owners and dentists - what format a virtual injectable consulation should follow - the question of whether virtual consultations are fit for

Episode 132 hosts Hattie Boydle based in Sydney, Australia.   Hattie is the World Beauty Fitness and Fashion (WBFF) World champion, personal trainer, body positivity advocate, motivational speaker and business woman.   We first explore where Hattie's story started, taking up gymnastics as a 4 year old to reach elite status and win national awards in her disciplines. We then confront Hattie's battle with anorexia, learning how she went from rock bottom and being hospitalised to finding the motivation and mental strength to overcome her illness. In this very open discussion, we get insights into how eating disorders can manifest and what Hattie did to recognise and combat those unhealthy thoughts. Using this new focus, Hattie became a personal trainer to help others before discovering pro fitness modelling. She learnt to channel all of her past adversities into this new challenge, transforming both her mentality and physical body to win the WBFF world title (fitness modelling world champion) in 2016. We contras

Episode 131 hosts Professor Nigel Crawford, a vaccine-specialist based in Melbourne, Australia. Professor Crawford acts in a number of key positions for vaccine safety including: - Member of ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) & Chair of the COVID-19 Working Group - Medical Head of Immunisation Services at The Royal Childrens Hospital, Melbourne - Director of SAEFVIC (Surveillance of Adverse Events Following Vaccination in the Community) - Director of the Melbourne Vaccine Education Centre In this special episode we cover the entire spectrum of how and why COVID-19 vaccinations are being used in the fight against the ongoing pandemic. We explore: - which ones are available in Australia and how the mechanism of these differs? - what exactly an mRNA vaccine is vs more traditional vaccinations and are these safe? - what a spike protein is exactly and whether it's dangerous to deliberately make these within our cells? - how multiple different vaccines were developed in several countrie