“SUCCESS IS A JOURNEY, NOT A DESTINATION,” AS THE WELL-LOVED SAYING GOES

The Aesthetic Medicine India team embarked on their own remarkable journey four years ago.This voyage has been both fascinating and full of adventure. Following 18 successful years in the UK back then, Aesthetic Medicine extended its reach to India, presenting a platform for knowledge exchange and trend exploration among India’s aesthetic medicine practitioners through our magazine, events, website, and social media.

The pandemic, undoubtedly our greatest challenge, also became a turning point, as we embraced it with a positive spirit and transformed it into an opportunity. Our momentum never wavered! Following the recent triumph of the Aesthetic Medicine Conference and Exhibition in Mumbai, our journey of achievement continues.The two-day conference in June witnessed enriching discussions, diverse perspectives, knowledge dissemination, and live demonstrations. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the doctors, exhibitors, and partners who have supported us and played an instrumental role in ensuring the success of this event.

For those who couldn’t be with us at this year’s event – we have got you covered (Pg 18). Furthermore, we have captured key excerpts from the panel discussions in this edition (stories from pg 24). Our exclusive exhibitors have also shared their insights on trends, company launches, and their influence on growth.

But that is not all; we also bring you insights on recent product launches and global perspectives on reversing dermal filler blindness (Pg 53),the empowerment of femininity in shaping the future (Pg50) , and the pivotal role of nutrition in aesthetic medicine (Pg 58).

And there is more on the horizon.We are already in motion, planning for the next edition of the Aesthetic Medicine Conference and Exhibition in 2024. I am eager to hear from you – our aesthetic medicine practitioners – at shriyal.s@ideas-exchange.in about the new additions you’re anticipating for our upcoming edition.

Wishing you a pleasant read!

Shriyal Sethumadhavan Consulting Editor shriyal.s@ideas-exchange.in

OUR EXPERTS

The Aesthetic Medicine editorial board includes some of the leading names in aesthetics. Their clinical expertise and diverse range of specialties will help ensure the magazine meets the needs of its readers.

Dr Shailesh Vadodaria:

Consultant Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon; on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council, UK; practices from the Clementine Churchill BMI Hospital, Harley Street, and Medical Arts for Cosmetic Surgery Clinic (MACS) in Watford, North London

Dr Lakshyajit D Dhami:

Cosmetic, Plastic and Laser Surgeon; Consultant Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon at Nanavati and Hinduja Hospitals; Founder of Vasudhan Arjin Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Centre, Mumbai; and President of Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS)

Dr Amit Luthra:

Cosmetologist and Dermatologist; Heads Ishira Skin'N' Child Clinic, New Delhi; Member of European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV),Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL), and Cosmetology Society of India (CDSI)

Dr Neeta Patel:

Plastic, Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Mumbai; and past President of Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS)

Dr Mukta Sachdev:

Head of Department and Consultant Dermatologist, Manipal Hospital, Bangalore; Director, M S Skin Centre, Bangalore

Dr Parag Telang:

Director at Designer Bodyz ’ Ci> ’tie r;ji Advanc cd * I Cosmetic Surgery, Mumbai; kJ 2) Consultant Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon; and Specialist in autologous ear reconstruction. Minimal Incision Face-lift (MACS-Lift) and ultrasonic liposuction

Dr Apratim Goel:

Senior Cosmetic Dermatologist and Venereologist; CEO and Medical Director of Cutis Skin Studio, Mumbai/; Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE); and past President of Association of Facial Aestheticians and Aesthetic Surgeons of India (AFAASI)