Mr. Dalvi Humzah
Plastic Surgeon, UNITED KINGDOM
Mr. Dalvi Humzah
Mr Dalvi Humzah is a consultant plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon. He is a member of the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive, Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS), the United Kingdom Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (UKAAPS), American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). He has been voted Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year 2016-17 and won multiple awards for his teaching in Facial Aesthetics. In 2022 he was awarded the Aesthetics Journal Award for Outstanding Achievement. He is a member of the Private Practice Committee of the BMA and the Continuing Education Committee of ASPS/PSF from 2020 – 2021. He was chairman of the Educational Board of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine 2018-2021. As the medical director and lead tutor of Medicos Rx he has been involved in delivering the multi- award-winning Dalvi Humzah Aesthetic Training courses: Advanced Facial Anatomy, Complications, Injectable Training and Training Aesthetic Trainers. He is a founding member of the Academy of Clinical Educators at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and delivers anatomical teaching, with dissections. Internationally, Mr Humzah offers plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery and non-surgical aesthetic procedures.
Dr. Hema Sundaram
Dermatologist, USA
Dr. Hema Sundaram
Dr Hema Sundaram is a fellowship-trained, American board-certified dermatologist, and founding director of her cosmetic dermatology, laser and surgery clinics in suburban Washington, D.C.,USA. She has a special interest in elucidating the scientific basis of new technologies, and a commitment to applying science in the service of patient safety. Dr Sundaram holds masters and medical degrees with honours from Cambridge University in England. She completed dermatology residency at the University of Chicago, post-doctoral research in molecular biology, and a medical staff research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health where she served as a lieutenant commander in the Commissioned Corpsof the USA Public Health Service. Dr Sundaram is a visiting professor for the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), co- chair of the ASDS International Traveling Mentorship and Fellowship Recognition Programs Work Group and appointed as a mentor for the ASDS Future Leaders’ Network to prepare the next generation of leaders in dermatologic surgery. She has received awards for her clinical and research work and her publications. She serves as a session director, moderator and faculty speaker at the ASDS and American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) annual meetings, on the ASDS Cutaneous Events Procedures Event Registry (CAPER) Task Force, the AAD Sulzberger Dermatologic Institute and Education Grants Committee, and the Skin of Color Society Development and Research Committees. She is a keynote speaker at plastic, oculoplastic and facial plastic surgery academy conferences. Dr Sundaram is a principal investigator for US FDA clinical trials of injectables, lasers, devices, and topical therapies, and an advisor on regulatory submissions, development of study protocols and assessment scales in North America, Europe, and Asia. She directs educational initiatives and conferences worldwide and founded the Global Aesthetics Alliance, which brings together dermatologists, plastic surgeons and scientists from throughout the world to forge collaborations that optimise procedural safety and outcomes.
Dr. Cristiana Banila
Scientist, UNITED KINGDOM
Dr. Cristiana Banila
Cristiana is a firm believer in harnessing the power of epigenomics to enhance health spans through precision therapies. Cristiana is the CSO and Co-founder of Mitra Bio, a London-based start-up focused on efficient non-invasive skin diagnosis for precision treatments through AI and epigenetics data. Within Mitra Bio, she leads the translation of the technology into industrial settings, currently working in partnership with top skincare companies to optimize product development and claim substantiation. Cristiana graduated from Oxford and Princeton Universities where she studied Biochemistry and Public Health Economics. She specialized in molecular diagnostics development, having earned a PhD from Queen Mary University of London on developing a self-sampling epigenetics-based test for early cancer detection. The test is currently in clinical trials for implementation in the NHS cervical screening programmed. Cristiana has been named Forbes 30 under 30 Europe, Science and Healthcare in 2023.
Mr. Scott Carson
USA
Mr. Scott Carson
Carson has built an extensive and distinguished multi-decade career in healthcare leadership in marketing, business development, sales, and management. Notably, he played a pivotal role in developing the structure and strategy of the eBay Healthcare Marketplace, showcasing his visionary approach to the industry. A nationally recognized leader and sought-after speaker, Carson specializes in driving sales through internet transactional platforms. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the founding of US Medical, Inc., the first internet-based distributor of new and pre-owned capital medical equipment for the healthcare industry. What began in his basement grew into an Inc. 500 company within just five years. Carson’s impressive achievements include being a two-time finalist in Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award competition and earning a spot on the Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing companies. He was also honored with the Micro Enterprise of the Year award for his contributions to the field. In 2015, Carson founded Powered By MRP, a globally recognized company that delivers a vertically integrated e-commerce platform for aesthetic providers. Powered By MRP combines consultative customer service with GPO-level pricing and has become the largest reseller of new and pre-owned energy-based aesthetic and surgical devices worldwide. Through this venture, Carson continues to redefine industry standards and enhance customer experiences.
Dr. Tsing Cheng
Director, Medical Affairs, USA
Dr. Tsing Cheng
Dr. Tsing Cheng obtained his Ph.D. degree in Medical Sciences and he has over a decade of skin biology research experience. After his postdoctoral research he worked as a consultant before joining SkinMedica and Allergan in 2016. Dr Cheng is involved in the development, launch, and support of innovative, evidence- based skincare products that improve skin quality as well as quality of life. He is responsible for medical and scientific communications through multiple channels including thought leader advocacy development, advisory boards, scientific publications management, education, and medical-scientific support to healthcare professionals. He frequently presents on evidence-based skincare and is an author on numerous peer- reviewed publications.
Dr. Ferial Fanian
Dermatologist, FRANCE
Dr. Ferial Fanian
Dr. Ferial Fanian is a dermatologist and expert in cutaneous imaging techniques (confocal microscopy, OCT, and high frequency ultrasound) and has been a board member of the imaging group of the French Society of Dermatology since 2015. She holds a PhD in Life and Health Science from the University of Franche Comté in France in 2016 where she worked for more than five years on primary human melanocytes. She is the co-editor of the textbook of skin biometrology, Agache’s Measuring the Skin, published in 2017 in the major reference category of Springer. She has been a researcher in this field for more than 10 years, including seven years as a scientific expert and coordinator at the Centre for Studies and Research on Integument (CERT) at the Department of Dermatology at University Hospital of Besançon, France. She is also author of several chapters in dermatology books including Atlas of Dermatology, Dermatopathology and Venereology and Gender Dermatology.
Thanks to her outstanding experience in aesthetic injections and laser application in dermatology, she is the scientific director of one of the FILLMED Laboratories in France. She is also a trainer and speaker at several international congresses and events and academic trainer since 2012 for the University Diploma Curriculum (DIU) in Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatological Laser and Cosmetology in France.
Dr. Fanian is a reviewer for several English and French scientific journals such as JEADV, Archives of Dermatology, Skin and Research Technology, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine and Therapeutic Realities in Dermato-Venereology.
Dr. Gisele Donola
Orthodontic Surgeon & MD PhD Student, BRAZIL
Dr. Gisele Donola
Dr. Gisele Donola, a dental surgeon and Master of Dentistry specializing in orthodontics and facial harmonization, is a prominent professional in the field. Currently a medical student, Dr. Donola brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her practice. She has contributed extensively to scientific literature, focusing on material rheology, ultrasonography, and aesthetic complications.
As an advocate for evidence-based practices, Dr. Donola emphasizes safe procedures in aesthetic dentistry through her research and educational initiatives. She serves as a professor in specialization programs, guiding students in the prevention and management of aesthetic complications.
Internationally recognized, Dr. Donola is a sought-after lecturer at conferences and hands-on courses, sharing her insights on aesthetic dentistry and facial harmonization. Her expertise extends to courses utilizing fresh cadaver models in Brazil and the United States.
Dr. Gisele Donola has authored books on the topic of aesthetic complications and the utilization of ultrasonography, in addition to her numerous published articles. She also provides assistance in managing professional aesthetic complications in Brazil, Portugal, and Chile. Her dedication to advancing the field of aesthetic dentistry and facial harmonization is evident in her multifaceted contributions to research, education, and clinical practice, making her a respected authority in the global dental community.
Dr. Chiel Ebbelaar
NETHERLANDS
Dr. Chiel Ebbelaar
Chiel Ebbelaar earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in pharmacy (cum laude) and worked as a community pharmacist for eight years. He then pursued a medical degree, graduating cum laude as a physician-clinical researcher, while also starting his PhD in molecular dermatopathology. He spent 13 years as a part-time lecturer at Utrecht University’s Department of Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology, specializing in psychopharmacology. Chiel authored two books on clinical psychopharmacology. Currently training as a dermatologist, he integrates his expertise in psychopharmacology with a focus on psychodermatology, cosmetic dermatology and melanocytic tumors. In addition to his medical and academic work, he is the owner of a cosmetic dermatology clinic in Utrecht, where he works as an aesthetic physician, and a board member of the Dutch Association of Cosmetic Dermatology.