To celebrate our centenary episode we host Dr Paul Nassif, a globally-known facial plastic surgeon from Beverley Hills & co-star of the hit TV show 'Botched'. Dr Nassif is a revered rhinoplasty surgeon who specialises in revision surgeries in addition to ethnic rhinoplasty procedures. Find out how we were introduced to Dr Nassif and his thoughts on the Australian aesthetic market. We then explore why he chose his surgical specialty before delving into 'Botched' and learn more about how it's ...
Jan 14, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Episode 99 hosts Greg Lemon, the co-founder of Australia's largest cosmetic tourism company, CosMediTour. Cosmetic tourism facilitates cosmetic operations for patients abroad - often at a fraction of the cost. Thailand is currently Australia's most popular destination for such procedures. We explore how and why CosMediTour set up and ask the important questions - is it safe, why do it and what happens if something goes wrong? We also discuss a newer and more dynamic aspect to cosmetic tourism - ...
Jan 07, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Episode 98 hosts Ian Carroll (Founder and Managing Director of EnVogue Skin) and Dr Danae Lim (Cosmetic Physician). EnVogue Skin are the only Australian distributor of a number of aesthetic products including Matrix PDO mono threads. Threads have been around for many years but cosmetic injectors haven't always been convinced about the technology. So what's the fuss all about and why have the Matrix PDO mono threads exploded so successfully in Australia? We explore what they are, when you would u...
Dec 31, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Episode 97 hosts... your hosts Dr Jake & David Segal! In what was the strangest and most difficult year in living memory, we review and discuss what happened behind the scenes of the podcast. We then look forwards to 2021 including revealing our special guest for Episode 100 and our plans for starting our YouTube channel. Finally we discuss the first of our new mini-series of podcasts called 'The Beauty of the World' - bonus material in addition to our regular Friday podcasts! Follow us on I...
Dec 24, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Episode 96 hosts Dr Dev Banerjee, a leading sleep physician based at Lullaby Sleep in Erina, Australia. Dr Banerjee joins us for his second episode on the podcast where we discuss one of the newest treatments for sleep disorders - CBD or more commonly known as 'medical cannabis'. We explore the rationale for using CBD, it's pharmacology, how it acts on the body and what sleep problems it's most helpful with. We also confront the stigma that surrounds the use of cannabis in medicine and discuss h...
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Episode 95 hosts Dani Lombard, a public relations (PR) expert based in Sydney, Australia. Dani co-founded 'Soda Communications' and has over 20 years of PR experience both in Australia & internationally. She specialises in beauty and wellness, helping businesses become more recognisable, trusted and successful. In this episode we explore what exactly PR is, how it differs from advertising and get some insights into the various methods in which a specialised PR company can help an aesthetic b...
Dec 10, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Episode 94 hosts Terri Vinson, a cosmetic chemist who founded the brand Synergie Skin. Based on the mantra of 'clean science', Terri created a range of products that are based on rigorous scientific-evidence, that are only sourced locally, that are animal-cruelty free and of course, that deliver incredible results. We explore Terri's background, how she founded and grew her business, learn what clean science means and get an insight into just how misleading the marketing of skin care products ca...
Dec 03, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Episode 93 hosts Dr Mobin Master, a Specialist Radiologist based in Melbourne, Australia. Mobin is also a cosmetic injector and his unique skill set has allowed him to become a leader in the new field of 'aesthetic radiology'. Diagnostic imaging tools including ultrasound be used to help guide safer injecting techniques whereas MRI scans are used to map pre-exisiting fillers. We learn how Mobin got into aesthetic radiology, what the most common uses of aesthetic imaging are and look into it's fu...
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Episode 92 hosts Dr Milad Shadrooh & Dr Zainab Al-Mukhtar, two leading cosmetic dentists from the UK. Milad is a pioneer in 'digital smile design' and is known as 'The Singing Dentist' after his parodies of hit songs went viral! In addition to being a highly-skilled dentist, Zainab is also a leading aesthetic injector and trainer. We discuss teeth whitening, veneers, orthodontics and the concept of smile design. We also explore how the dental consultation aligns with cosmetic injectables Sho...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Episode 91 hosts Dr Dev Banerjee, a sleep Physician and the medical director of Lullaby Sleep in Erina, Australia. Dr Banerjee is one of the country's most experienced sleep experts and is an authorised prescriber of cannabidiol (CBD) for sleep disorders. Sleep is something that every single one of us does for a third of our life time - and yet most people have no idea why we sleep or how to improve it. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Visit our website Subscribe to IA...
Nov 12, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Episode 90 hosts Woodrow Wilson, a self taught and leading commercial photographer based in Melbourne, Australia. His work has been commissioned by Disney, Vogue, Condé Nast Traveller & Allergan, in addition to being an ambassador for Leica Camera. Woodrow has revolutionised the way photography is used in aesthetic medicine. Upending the existing inefficient and inaccurate systems, he introduced a new methodology for clinical photography which has seen critical success across Australasia. Sh...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Episode 89 hosts Dr Cara McDonald, a leading dermatologist based in Melbourne, Australia. She specialises in managing skin cancer, rosacea, acne in addition to cosmetic injectables. She's an international speaker for Allergan Aesthetics and an ambassador for La Roche Posay. We explore what skin cancer is, how it presents and who should diagnosis and manage it. We then get into the various types of sun creams, how much and how frequently should be used and more! Show your support for IA via Patre...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Episode 88 hosts Dr Michael Barnish, the UK Medical director and Global Head of Genetics & Nutrition for REVIV. REVIV are the global leaders in intravenous therapies and vitamin injections. We explore Dr Barnish's journey into functional medicine before untangling the topic of intravenous (IV) infusions. We'll explore the history of the treatments, what commonly goes into them, what they are used for and address some of the controversies surrounding IV nutrition. Show your support for IA via...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Episode 87 hosts Mr John Blythe, a Maxillofacial surgeon based in the UK. John specialises in treating patients with congenital conditions and trauma injuries of the face. He's one of very few maxillofacial surgeons in the world who also uses injectables to improve the quality of his patients lives. We find out more about his specialty is before going deep into the art of dento-facial aesthetics. We also explore whether injectable treatments should be seen as a medical speciality in it's own rig...
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Episode 86 hosts Benny Boucoiran and Laura Naughton, two experienced cosmetic nurses who work at Cosmos Clinic in Sydney. Cosmos have established themselves as Australia's leading cosmetic clinic for body contouring but also offer a range of non-surgical procedures. Our conversation with Benny and Laura summarises the current injectable trends sought out in Australia. We also get some insight into the dynamics of working in a nationwide-leading brand. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow ...
Oct 09, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Episode 85 hosts Nick Dubinin, a Business Development Manager for 'Advanced Cosmeceuticals', an Australian distributor of professional skin products and medical devices. Nick has worked in the industry for over 15 years and has a wealth of experience in the aesthetic market. We discuss how the post-lock down market has been from a medical sales perspective before exploring three unique products; Calecim Professional (a skin care range powered by stem cells), Plasmage (a fractional plasma system)...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Episode 84 hosts Anita East, a Nurse Practitioner (NP) based in Brisbane, Australia. Anita has a unique background, first graduating in nursing before also training as an actor, starring in both TV and film roles. Now an NP, Anita specialises in non-surgical treatments. We learn what an NP is, how Anita got into cosmetic medicine before exploring the title of her new book, 'Beautiful Unique Faces' - discussing the unique and sometimes serious issues that interplay between injectors and their pat...
Sep 25, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Episode 83 hosts Dr Izolda Heydenrych, a dermatologist based in Cape Town, South Africa. Dr Hendenrych is also a globally-renowned aesthetic educator with a particular interest in patient safety, the art of the consultation, trust and empathy. We explore the injector-patient relationship, the foundations of building trust in the medical consultation and the role of empathy. This is a fascinating discussion that gets to the core of how the best injectors build chemistry and rapport with their pat...
Sep 17, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 83
Episode 82 hosts Dr Sachin Shridharani, a leading plastic surgeon based in Manhattan, New York. Dr Shridharani is also a leading cosmetic injector who’s research interests have allowed him to develop his own novel techniques. In this episode we explore Belkyra (branded as Kybella in the USA) - a fat dissolving injectable product. Belkyra is licensed for treating the double chin but we discuss the ‘off label’ areas that can be treated, the best candidates for the treatment, the rare pitfalls and ...
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Episode 81 hosts Dr Michael Zacharia, one of Australia's leading Ear, Nose & Throat surgeons. He also dual trained as a Facial Plastic Surgeon and is a highly skilled cosmetic injector. We discuss his unique skill set before delving into some of the trickier areas of cosmetic rejuvenatation including the nose, the neck, the 'fox eye' lift and some of the transgender procedures he offers. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Visit our website Subscribe to IA on Apple Po...
Sep 03, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Episode 80 hosts Associate Professor Greg Goodman, a leading dermatologist from Melbourne. Greg has been at the forefront of injectables since the very beginning. As a result of his experience, he's become known as a globally-renowned expert in the complications of injectables. We explore the early days of injectable medicine, how Professor Goodman rose to prominence and then go on a deep dive into some of the feared complications of injectables. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on...
Aug 27, 2020•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Episode 79 hosts Grazina Fechner for her second episode on the podcast. More affectionately known as 'Griz', she's a trained media expert and regular on Channel 7's 'The Morning Show', giving her quirky assessments on communication and interactions between people. We drill down into developing a rapport with our patients and learn that excellent communication is the key to the elusive 'X factor' that some injectors just seem to have. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Vi...
Aug 20, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Episode 78 hosts Dr Sabrina Fabi, a world-renowned cosmetic dermatologist based in California, USA. Dr Fabi is a leading authority on the use of biostimulator fillers - a class of injectables that stimulate the body's own collagen production. We discuss Dr Fabi's approach to these types of procedures, what collagen is and why we loss it. We then explore the various strategies using biostimulator fillers to improve both facial and body aesthetics. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on...
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Episode 77 hosts Dr Neil Neimark, a functional medicine doctor from California, USA. Since becoming a doctor, Dr Neimark has worked using a holistic approach that aims to harness the bodies own capacity to heal itself. He is one of America's most experienced doctors in using stem cells. This is a pioneering new treatment modality that has shown great promise in healing a variety of common issues that are traditionally treated pharmacologically, surgically or cannot be helped conventionally. Show...
Aug 06, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Episode 76 hosts Dr Davin Lim for his second episode on IA. Davin is a world-renowned cosmetic dermatologist who specialises in lasers, devices and injectables. We'll explore one of Davin's favourite topics - the confusing and sometimes deliberately misleading world of skincare! In a market that promises consumers so much, we'll explore what's available, what's actually in skincare products and what you should use that really works. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Vis...
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 76
Episode 75 hosts Dr Ben Jansen, a GP who founded 'Cannabis Doctors Australia' in 2018. Cannabis has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years, but only recently has it become approved in Australia under the TGA. Cannabis is now being used with incredible success where other more commonly known medicines have failed. It's now approved for over 52 conditions and is particularly used in pain management. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Visit our website Sub...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Episode 74 hosts Rana Kennelly, a New Zealand-born nurse with over 25 years of midwifery and injecting experience. Rana is based in Chicago, USA and has established herself as a leading aesthetic nurse specialist. She's become one of America's most respected injectable educators and is a trainer for Allergan Aesthetics and Galderma. Rana gives us unique a perspective into the US injectable market, consultations, training and more! Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Visit...
Jul 16, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Episode 73 hosts Mike Diamond, a mindset and addiction interventionist based in Los Angeles, USA. By the age of 12, Mike was addicted to alcohol and drugs. He struggled through school but through hard work and fortune ended up in New York and has become a TV personality and director. Mike is now 14 years sober and is a world-renowned motivational speaker. We learn about what drives people, mindset and get a flavour of how to use this to improve our interactions in business and in the work place....
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Episode 72 hosts Jack Hellman, an Accountant based in Sydney. Jack looks after a high proportion of medical professionals and importantly, understands the unique nature of the cosmetic injectables industry. His passion lies in using his knowledge to allow his clients businesses to grow and flourish. As we enter a new tax year in Australia after the lock down, we explore the basics of accounting for injectors, the various business structures that injectors can operate under and the tax implicatio...
Jul 02, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Episode 71 hosts Dr Davin Lim, a world-renowned dermatologist based in Brisbane, Australia. Dr Lim is an expert in cosmetic dermatology and is especially well known for his work that utilises laser devices. If you’ve not come across Dr Lim’s hugely popular Instagram or YouTube profiles, he discusses dermatology topics with a totally unbiased and fun approach. We drill down into the basics of lasers, what they are, the types, how we choose one over another, the good, the bad and everything in bet...
Jun 25, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 71
