COSMEDICON 2024 SPEAKERS

Born in Scotland, Dr R Glen Calderhead attended the University of Glasgow. In 1977, while subsequently working in Japan, he met Dr Toshio Ohshiro, a pioneer of laser surgery both in Japan and world-wide, and by 1978 he was working with the Japan Medical Laser Laboratory and the Ohshiro Clinic of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. After a 5-year spell (1982-1987) in the USA with the newly-formed Laserscope (KTP 532) company in Silicon Valley, Dr Calderhead returned to Japan and worked again with Dr Ohshiro, concentrating on research into and application of the therapeutic laser. This culminated in 1988 in the publication by the renowned medicoscientific publishers, John Wiley and Sons, Chichester, UK, of the first of a series of books dedicated to phototherapy by Ohshiro and Calderhead, ‘Low Level Laser Therapy: A Practical Introduction’. The terminology ‘ low level laser therapy’, or LLLT, first coined by Calderhead, was thus introduced into the medicoscientific literature.

Now that light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have attracted a great deal of attention, LLLT is still the preferred acronym, but now stands for low level LIGHT therapy, thus encompassing all light sources used in phototherapy. Dr Calderhead became interested in LEDs as a valid phototherapeutic light source following the development of the “NASA LED” in 1998 by Whelan and colleagues, which was many orders of magnitude more powerful than existing LEDs, and was extremely narrow-band, offering laser-like target selectivity. Dr Calderhead was the first to champion the introduction of near-infrared 830 nm as an LED wavelength in addition to refining therapeutic approaches with existing wavelengths. He is now an internationally-recognized authority on all aspects of phototherapy.

Currently based in South Korea as Vice-President, Medicoscientific Affairs of the Lutronic Corporation, Dr Calderhead still travels world-wide lecturing on all aspects of phototherapy and photosurgery as a prolific lecturer at national and international congresses, having given over 300 keynote and special invited lectures over the last 30 years. He has published a number of scientific papers and is the coauthor of and contributor to several books on laser therapy, laser surgery and simulation surgery.

Dr Shang-Li Lin is a board-certified dermatologist and one of the most renowned speakers in the field of aesthetic medicine in Taiwan.

He founded Shangli Dermatologic & Aesthetic Clinic in Taipei 12 years ago and has been giving lectures and training sessions in numerous global conferences and workshops for many years.

He has won the best case in non-surgical facial rejuvenation in 2015 at AMEC for his insightful treatment plans and unique injection techniques, and because of his passion and tremendous experience in the fields of injectables, laser and energy-based devices, he is one of the mostly requested and invited speakers worldwide.

Dr Michael Mirmanesh, M.D., is an award-winning, Fellowship trained Plastic Surgeon, renowned for his ability to incorporate surgical and Non-Surgical methods to achieve natural, long-lasting results.

Dr. Mirmanesh is committed to staying at the cutting- edge of aesthetic medicine and surgery. He has authored over a dozen plastic surgery publications and multiple book chapters. He is an internationally invited speaker, recently giving talks in Boston, San Diego, Miami, Los Angeles, Montreal, Orlando, Dallas, and San Francisco.

Dr. Mirmanesh founded and serves as medical director of The Garden Medical Spa, a multi-location medical spa in the Eastern United States.

Dr Beatriz Molina is the founder and medical director of Medikas Ltd and a fellow of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine.

Originally from Spain, Dr Molina moved to England on a surgical rotation during her medical training and worked at Frenchay Hospital in Bristol. She then went on to become a GP for ten years during which time she developed an interest in cosmetic surgery.

She undertook extensive training in many treatments and procedures in the aesthetics spectrum and in 2005 set up her first clinic in Somerset offering high quality, medically-backed aesthetic procedures.

Dr John Flynn MBBS, Dip RACOG, FRACGP, Dip.P.Derm (UK) FACCS, has practised on the Gold Coast for over 20 years. He is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and has a wide experience in Cosmetic Surgery including Facial Lifts, Breast Augmentation, Liposculpture and Laser Surgery. Dr Flynn also has a keen interest in the treatment of Skin Cancer and Varicose Veins.

Dr Flynn has studied and trained overseas and is Board certified by the American Board of Laser Surgery and has a Diploma of Practical Dermatology from the University of Wales (UK).

Dr Flynn is in constant demand for teaching and speaking engagements at conferences in Australia and internationally. He also consults for product companies and helps to formulate protocols for the avoidance of and management of complications. Dr Flynn is the author of many journal articles and textbooks.

• Fellow of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery
• Member Australian College of Phlebology
• Member International Society Cosmetic Laser Surgeons
• Member Australasian Lipoplasty Association
• Board Certified American Board of Laser Surgery
• Member American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

Dr Ian Holten is a Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon and founder of Australian Skin Face Body Clinics. Mr Holten’s specialist post-graduate studies in plastic surgery were undertaken in the UK and the USA.

He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Royal College of Surgeons and member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Plastic Surgeons and British Association of Plastic Reconstructive, Aesthetic Surgeons.

A respected Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon with over 20 years’ experience, Dr Holten has a special interest in the latest techniques and technology offering non-surgical options for anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation.

Mr Holten also specialises in skin cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment and provides extensive training for General Practitioners.

His work has been recognised at the Global Medical LiveWire Awardsand he is the proud recipient of the “Excellence in Reconstructive Surgery 2016" award.

The Medical LiveWire Awards represents the pinnacle of medical innovation, championing the best people in their respective industries.

Dr Holten devotes time to visit developing countries and along with his colleagues, helped establish a plastic and reconstructive surgery program, Interplast.

Dr Gabrielle Caswell is a specialist general practitioner with a specific interest in Dermatology and Aerospace Medicine (www.eyramedical.com.au). As a seasoned lobbyist, Dr Caswell contributes to a range of bodies and has been active in creating legislative changes; in addition she has held the presidency of two medical colleges, and created boutique medical fellowship pathways with education partners Queen Mary University London and University of SouthWales (UK).

Dr Caswell was a member of the Federal government working party investigation legislative requirements for cosmetic laser operators and lobbied for the scheduling of 5-ALA (used for Photo Dynamic Therapy treatments) and lobbied for the outlawing of Canesma (a non registered natural skin cancer treatment previously used in humans and animals in Australia). Dr Caswell continues to contribute to a number of federal advisory committees, and in addition has completed numerous successful submissions on all levels of medical guidelines, reviews of acts and legislation.

Dr Caswell holds a number of fellowship including the RACGP, ACAM, ACRRM and (Retired) CPCA and is a trained and skilled remote, rural and astute medical practitioner. She is a foundation member of the RACGP Specific Interests Dermatology Network. In 2010 Dr Caswell was awarded her Master of Medicine (Primary Care Skin Cancer Medicine) by the University of Queensland. She holds the position of Adjunct Associate Professor with Griffith University. In 2021 Dr Caswell was awarded her Master of Arts (Astroarchaeology and Cultural Astronomy) from the University of Wales Trinity St David College. In 2024 Dr Caswell was awarded her Master of History, from UNE Australia. Dr Caswell is highly trained in altitude and remote field medicine, is a consummate diver.

Dr Caswell is actively involved in the aviation and space industries, she created a research hub Space Port Australia www.SpacePortAustralia.com.au to encourage novelty research and problem solving approaches to space medicine and human livability in microgravity environments. Dr Caswell research focus is cellular biology in microgravity and has academic publications and speaking engagements in this area of science. Dr Caswell is the lead on an international masters and PhD program focusing on Human Factors. Dr Caswell attends and lectures at international and national conferences, including the American Dermatology Society, Non-Surgical Symposium and IMCAS (France); Cellular and Molecular Biology and the International Cell Biology Conference.

Dr Caswell, in partnership with Facial-Plastic Surgeon Dr Marcells, developed Eyra Care (a therapeutic skin care range) and Dermagoddess. She has trained in Paris, France with renown injectable expert Dr Sandrine Sebban, delivering truly international treatment standard. In 2008, Dr Caswell was the first doctor in the world to offer Pearl Fractional, fractional theramolysis walk in walk out laser resurfacing treatment. In 2009 Dr Caswell added Pearl, LimeLight, and Pearl Fusion treatments to treat sun-damaged skin. Dr Caswell was voted by Vogue Australia (August 2009) as Australia's top doctor to visit for injectable and laser treatments. Dr Caswell’s seemingly unrelated work in space lead to the development of Eyra Care Luxé range of products. Australia’s first scientifically microbiome balanced creams, to help in the remediation of sun- damaged skin.

Academic Qualifications:

BSc (NTU), BSc (ECU), MB;BS (UQ), BA (UNE),
Dip. Practical Dermatology (Cardiff, Wales)
Master of Medicine (Primary Care Skin Cancer Medicine) (University Queensland)
Master Arts (Cultural astronomy and Astrology)(University Wales Trinity St David College, UK)
Master of History (UNE, Australia)

Fellowships:

Accredited colleges: FRACGP and FACRRM
Non accredited colleges: FACAM and Retired- FCPCA

Memberships

CASA D.A.M.E
Medical Review Officer (MRO)
Member Skin Cancer College of Australasia
Member American Society of Aerospace Medicine
Society of Human Factors
Member Australian Society of Aerospace Medicine
Member elect- Airline Medical Directors Association
Member AMORA
Member SIAA
Sigma IX
Member RACGP Special Interest Group Dermatology

Dr Arendse is the founder of Flawless Rejuvenation Skin Clinic, a member of the Cosmetic Physicians Society of Australia, and a national trainer and regular speaker for various cosmetic injectable products. As well as being the director of the clinics, Sean is also a consultant and Director of Emergency Medicine Training at a major Melbourne metropolitan hospital. Sean is well-known for providing high quality, detailed facial assessments, and a natural aesthetic.