FINAL PROGRAM - EuroMediCom

KEYNOTE LECTURERS /// SOME OF THE FAMOUS LECTURERS OF THE AMWC 2013
A ESTH ETIC DERMATOLOGY & SURGERY
BRANDT Fredric - is a board-certified member of the American Board of Internal Medicine and
the American Board of Dermatology. In practice for more than twenty years, Dr. Brandt is the
largest user of injectable collagen and Botox in the world and the pioneer of the “neck-lift,” a
nonsurgical antiaging procedure. Dr. Brandt is a clinical associate professor of dermatology at
the University of Miami and a published writer, and is internationally sought after in his industry
as a lecturer. Dr. Brandt has been actively involved in the FDA trials that led to the approval of Botox as well as
the trials for Restylane and Collagen injectables.
CARRAWAY James - practices in Virginia Beach at Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Center
as a Plastic Surgeon, board certified by American Board of Surgery - General and American
Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Carraway was invited to join RealSelf in 2012, and has achieved
"Participating Member" status. The doctor has 39 years of experience providing cosmetic and
aesthetic medical services, and is a member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Dr. Carraway has hospital affiliations at Sentara Leigh Hospital, Norfolk, VA / Sentara Norfolk General Hospital,
VA / Bon Secours / DePaul Medical Center, Norfolk, VA.
CODNER Mark - is Clinical Assistant Professor in Plastic Surgery at Emory University in
Atlanta, USA. Noted for his training, leadership and research in plastic and oculoplastic
surgery, Dr. Codner’s research and innovation has advanced procedures with improved
outcomes in eyelid surgery, facelifting, rhinoplasty, breast surgery including minimal visible
scarring in endoscopic transaxillary breast augmentation. Dr. Codner is Chairman of both the
Atlanta Oculoplastic Symposium and the Atlanta Breast Symposium, which brings leaders in plastic surgery
from around the world together to share information.
COLBERT David - New York Dermatology Group Founder and Head Physician, is Board Certified
by the American Academy of Dermatology and board eligible in Internal Medicine. He has
been established in private practice in New York City since 1995, after studying medicine at La
Faculté Libré de Medecine in Lille, France, receiving his degree from New York Medical College
and completing his residency at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital in New York.
COLEMAN Sydney - is a clinical professor of Plastic Surgery at New York University. Dr. Coleman
developed specific methods for grafting fat, which are now considered the standard technique for
the procedure. Dr. Coleman is involved in research of fat derived stem cell and their applications
in regenerative medicine. He is an advisor for the newly formed US Armed Forces Institute of
Regenerative Medicine.
CORNETTE DE SAINT CYR Bernard - is Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgeon in Paris,
France. He is founder and member of the SOFCEP (French Society of Plastic and Aesthetic
surgeons) and member of the SOF.CPRE (French Society of the Plastic Reconstrictive and
Aestehtic Surgery). Dr. Cornette de Saint Cyr is also member of ISAPS and former professor
of post graduate education in aesthetic plastic surgery.
DREISSIGACKER Katrin - is plastic and cosmetic surgeon in Cologne, Germany. Katrin
Dreissigacker developed the Individual Face Balance with the pix`L needle. She is an
international trainer for volume replenishment with hyaluronic acid (Restylane), particularly
in combination with the use of the blunt pix’L needle. She gives hands-on courses, publishes
and presents papers at international anti-aging congresses. She is Certified member
of the German Society for Aesthetic Botox Therapy e.V., Full member of the German Society of Plastic,
Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeons.
HUMZAH Dalvi - is a leading plastic surgeon in plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, breast surgery,
liposuction, botox and rhinoplasty. He was educated at Dulwich College in South London. He
qualified in medicine (MB BS. Hons) at King’s College London in 1988 and completed his
house officer training there. He continued his surgical training at various hospitals in the
London area, obtaining the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in 1989. Dr
Humzah has developed considerable expertise in the fields of skin cancer, breast and cosmetic surgery. He
has presented numerous papers nationally and internationally in all these specialist areas.
LIEW Steven (FRACS) is one of Australia’s leading plastic surgeons - and a global innovator in the
development of new non-surgical facial techniques. He specialises in cosmetic enhancement
surgery of the face and breast. His pioneering research – including his Universal angle of beauty
concept for the lower face and his universal beauty template (the Liew LIFT) – has placed him
in high demand on the international lecture circuit. A consultant plastic surgeon at St Vincent’s
Private Hospital in Sydney, Dr. Liew is the founding director of Australia’s first medi-spa, Shape Clinic and Medi
Spa – Darlinghurst, Australia.
MAGALON Guy - Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgery and Burn Center Head of Department at the Conception Hospital, 1987. President of
the French Society for Surgery of the Hand (GEM), 2001. President of the Plastic, Reconstructive
and Aesthetic surgery French Society, 2005. Scientific Council of the Avenir Foundation, 2006.
President of Ebopras, European Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
OBAGI Zein - literally defined and authored the science of Skin Health. As a leading authority
in cosmetic dermatology, he created Skin Health Restoration and Skin Conditioning, the
standards by which skin conditions can be successfully treated regardless of skin color or
age. His name has become synonymous with results-oriented skin treatments around the
world. A highly experienced clinician, educator and innovator, Dr. Zein Obagi is continually
advancing the protocols and treatments for skin health in cosmetic dermatology. His practice utilizes
today’s most innovative and effective clinical solutions to create and maintain healthy skin for everyone.
MONHEIT Gary D.,PhD - is Associate Professor in the Dermatology Dpt., Univ. of Alabama -
Birmingham Medical Center. He is a fellow of The American Academy of Dermatology, The
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Association of Liposuction Surgeons,
American Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
and American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, among others. He was
Pdt of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 2001 and serves on the board of directors.
STERODIMAS Aris - is a member of the Postgraduate Association of Harvard Medical School and
Semmelweis University. He graduated from the Ivo Pitanguy Institute, an internationally leading
center of modern aesthetic plastic surgery. It is this kind of dedication to knowledge and training
that has allowed Doctor Sterodimas to develop technically advanced skills to empower his sense
of artistry – to provide his patients with aesthetically accurate improvements. He shares his time
between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Athens, Greece.
VIERA BRAZ André - is dermatologist working in dermatology clinic in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
He is a member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology and active in various congresses
of the European Society of Dermatology and the American Academy of Dermatology, as a
speaker. He is international speaker on the subjects: Botulinum toxin (BOTOX), hyaluronic
acid injections and lasers in dermatology. Dr Braz is a pioneer of the “Overall Facial
Rejuvenation” concept in Brazil and precursor of «dark circles» treatment, the middle and lower third of
the face with temporary implants.
WALDMAN S. Randolph, MD is a distinguished Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon and
educator with an impressive range of professional credentials. With over 20 years experience
Dr. Waldman brings expertise in cosmetic procedures of the nose, face and eyes. In 1983, Dr.
Waldman elected to return "home" and open his own practice in Facial Aesthetic Surgery. He
now has over twenty years of experience in Lexington. During those twenty years he has also
managed to write a number of articles published in scientific journals and has recently been the editor for two
medical books on facial plastic surgery.
WALDORF Heidi Ann, MD - is Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology, New York, USA. As
Director of Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, NY
and Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Dermatology at The Mount Sinai School of
Medicine, Heidi A. Waldorf, M.D. is a respected expert in the field of dermatology, including skin
rejuvenation and laser technology, as well as skin cancer prevention and treatment.
YOSHIMURA Kotaro - Associate Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery, University
of Tokyo in Japan. He is also a Visiting Professor in several universities such as the University
of California Davis. He is an active member of many international Societies such as AAPS,
ASPS, ASAPS, PSRC, ISAPS, IPRAS, IFATS and ISPRES. He is a renowned plastic surgeonscientist
covering various fields of rejuvenation and regenerative and medicine. He has
worked around the globe to share his research expertise including stem cell technology.
A NTI-AGING , PREVENTIVE & WELL- BEING MEDIC INE
BERGER André - is the Medical Director of Rejuvalife Vitality Institute, a prominent Anti-
Aging and Cosmetic medical practice in Beverly Hills, California. He is board Certified
by The American Board of Emergency Medicine, the American Board of Anti-Aging and
Regenerative Medicine, and the American Board of Holistic Medicine. He is an Associate
of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Surgery, the American Holistic Medical
Association, the American College of Nutrition, and the American Academy of Clinical Endocrinologists.
CALABRESE Pasquale - Following an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Biology at
the University of Konstanz (Germany) as well as preclinical medicine at the University of
Zurich (Switzerland) Prof. Calabrese obtained a PhD in Psychology and a medical habilitation
degree in experimental neurology (MDhabil) and medical neuropsychology ath the University
of Bochum (Germany). He is also trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
KHAVINSON Vladimir - President of the International Association of Gerontology and
Geriatrics, European Region; Vice–President of the Gerontological Society of the Russian
Academy of Sciences, Director of the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and
Gerontology, Member of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, the main specialist
in gerontology and geriatrics of the Health Committee and adviser of the Committee for
Social Policy of the Government of St. Petersburg. V. Khavinson is the author of over 700 publications.
KONTUREK Peter C. - is Professor of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology at 1st Dept. of Medicine,
University Erlangen-Nuremberg in Erlangen, Germany. Since 2000 Head of Gastroenterology
Research Group at the same place. Since 2006 Head of Nutrition Division and since 2008 Deputy
Head of Endoscopy Unit. Current research interests include mechanisms of protection and healing
of gastrointestinal mucosa, role of melatonin in gastrointestinal tract and molecular mechanisms
of gastrointestinal carcinogenesis. Member of American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and German
Association of Gastroenterology (DGVS).
MAROTTA Francesco - Specialized in Gastroenterology & Endoscopy. Research Professor at Dept of
Nutrition & Food Science, Texas University, USA. Visiting professor for gastroenterology, oxidative
stress, aging and nutragenomics at major asian universities. For 10 years had directed a research
center in Japan and cooperates with Nobel Prize Prof. Luc Montagnier. Editor and board member
of several medical journals. Has received several international prizes, the last being the Genomic
Pioneer Award 2009. Has co-edited a successful book on aging-intervention (“Il Manifesto della Lunga Vita”, “the
manifesto of long life”). Co-founder of the research group ReGenera which is working on an innovative model of
preventive/regenerative medicine.
MONRO Jean - is internationally known for her work in allergy and environmental
medicine. Dr Monro is a Fellow of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, a
Board Certified US examination, and Principal Medical Advisor Breakspear Hospital Trust.
In 2007, Dr Monro was asked to be a witness for the House of Lords' Select Committee on
Science and Technology on allergy treatments.
MÜLLER Kurt - is a Specialist in Environmental Medicine in Kempten, Germany. Dr Müller
is President of the German Association for Lyme-disease(DBG). Since 2003, Dr Müller is
Chairman of the European Academy for Environmental Medicine (EUROPAEM), and current
president of the organization. He is Lecturer for Environmental Medicine in Germany,
Austria and Luxembourg.
PICCERELLE Philippe, PhD - is Biologist and Pharmacologist in Marseille, France. He is
Expert in galenic and cosmetology at Aix / Marseille Pharmacy University & CNRS (National
Scientific Research Center) Chemical Complex Sytems.
POLIMENI Ascanio, MD - is Neuro-endocrinologist and Medical Dir. of Antiaging Center of Rome
and Milan, Italy. He is also Scientific Director of ‘’Forever Venus Project’’, Member of Scientific
Committee of WOSIAM and of IHS. His practice is dedicated to anti-aging medicine, focusing
on bio-identical natural HR therapy, weight and stress management, holistic and integrative
medicine, brain, immunological and sexual enhancement. He is author of five books and
medical advisor in neuroendocrinology of many Italian health and wellness magazines.
RATTAN Suresh - is Professor, Dept. of Molecular Biology at the University of Aarhus, Denmark.
Since 1984, he has established the Laboratory of Cellular Ageing at Aarhus University, where
he studies the molecular basis of ageing and interventions with respect to the synthesis,
modifications and turnover of proteins. He is the discoverer of the anti-ageing effects of kinetin
and zeatin on human skin cells, which are used globally as components of various skin care
products. He is Editor-in-Chief, Biogerontology: a peer reviewed international journal on the biology of ageing.
He discovered the anti-ageing effects of kinetin and zeatin. His areas of expertise: human cellular ageing
intervention, prevention and therapies through hormesis.
SHIRASAWA Takuji, M.D. & Ph.D. - is Professor in Ageing Control Medicine at the Juntendo
University in Tokyo, Japan. Prof. Shirasawa is Director of the Japan Anti-Aging Association,
of Japan Biogerontology and of the Biorehabilitation Association. His scientific interests are:
Molecular Biology of Aging & Gerontology, Molecular Genetics of Alzheimer’s Diseases and
Analysis of Athletic Gene.
TARRAGANO François - is Cardiologist in Paris, France. His special interests are
Coronarography and Angioplasty. Since 2000, he is in charge of the Intensive Cardiological
Care Department at the American Hospital of Paris. His average coronarography and
angioplasty activity is of 500 – 600 per year. Dr TARRAGANO is author of many medical
books and publications.
WILLCOX Craig - is an internationally recognized expert in healthy aging and cross-cultural
gerontology with training in medical anthropology, gerontology and public health sciences. He
is currently Professor of International Public Health & Welfare and Gerontology, at Okinawa
International University, and a Co-Principal Investigator of the Okinawa Centenarian Study, a
Japan Society for Promotion of Science funded study of the genetic and lifestyle determinants of
exceptional longevity. He is also Research Associate at Pacific Health Research and Education Institute, where he is a
co-investigator on several NIH projects exploring the genetic epidemiology of healthy aging.
ZELLA Davide - Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
University of Maryland School of Medicine, USA. Pr Zella is member of Italian Board of Biologists
and President of the Research and Progress Foundation, Rome, Italy. His research interests are: 1.
Molecular mechanisms of HIV-mediated immuno-suppression, in particular Tat-mediated and
IFn-alpha-mediated, 2. Anti-cancer-effects of IFN-alpha and 3. Co-factors implicated in the
onset of AIDS: studies of their in vitro and in vivo effects.