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Panel Discussion: Who should perform liposuction? The Royal Society of Medicine, London

At the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, situated at 1 Harley Street, we pride ourselves in our ability to offer the very latest and most effective treatments using cutting edge laser technology. With this in mind, we were delighted that Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was invited to lecture at the annual BODY conference for 2011, which took place on the 5th and 6th of November at The Royal Society of Medicine in central London.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, one of the UK’s leading laser surgeons, as well as pioneer of Smartlipo in the UK and inventor of Laser Assisted Liposuction, was one of the speakers invited to take part in a panel discussion entitled Competence Vs Qualifications: Who should perform liposuction?

The lively discussion debated the suitability of consultant plastic surgeons, non-NHS cosmetic surgeons, general surgeons, dermatologists and general practitioners with a special interest in aesthetic medicine to perform liposuction procedures. Other topics covered the pros and cons of clinic vs hospital settings for the performance of liposuction procedure, and the question was debated of whether or not an anaesthetic consultant is required for a liposuction procedure.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s extensive experience and expertise in the area of laser assisted liposuction meant that he was well placed to contribute to what was a very successful and constructive discussion.

BODY 2011 was the largest conference of the year, devoted to the surgical and non-surgical body aesthetics centre of the cosmetics market, with over 45 lectures the BODY conference was a great opportunity for attendees to increase their knowledge and learn from one another’s expertise, ensuring that the very latest treatments be offered to patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic, 1 Harley Street.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi discussing issues at the annual BODY conference which provided a broad scientific agenda and speakers who are leaders in their respective fields from all over the world. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also had the opportunity to visit the exhibitions and workshops of a wide range of suppliers and distributors, meaning that the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street is kept completely up to date with the most advanced technology to date.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi also attended many very interesting lectures delivered by his colleagues as well as delivering his own lectures on 5th and 6th November at BODY 2011, listed are some of the lectures he attended: The many different non-surgical and surgical options for body contouring, as The London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1 Harley Street is currently one of the country’s leading clinics in non-surgical options for body contouring, this presentation was of particular interest.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, who is very keen to ensure that his practice remains one of the most advanced in terms of technology and methods, discusses the latest equipment for laser hair & laser tattoo removal, this lecture discussed the very latest laser technology and ways in which the classic laser can be modified for even more effective use.

The talk also covered the recent advances in the methods used for the laser removal of tattoos. Presentations on four separate approaches to the treatment of stretch marks were attended by Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi, ensuring his clinic was kept up to date with the latest innovative information enabling effective treatments for his patients.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi shared his experience of Anteis and finally answered the questions of the lecture’s attendees. Other lecture topics included the use of the eMatrix system, an innovative system from Syneron-Candela which is now being used to treat stretch marks. The fractional radio-frequency technology was traditionally used to rejuvenate and tighten lax skin and the latest studies are now showing that the system can have a significant improvement on stretch marks.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi colleague’s, Mr Alex Karidis delivered a lecture on Velashape II, a system with 20% more power, making treatments even easier to perform and more effective. The lecture introduced this exciting new system and discussed the ways in which VelaShape can be used to assist patients after a liposuction procedure. There was also a lecture on Body and facial fat reduction using ultrasound and radiofrequency, which discussed the combination of pixelated radiofrequency and cold-hot ultrasound and its effect on cellulite and non-invasive body sculpting techniques.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi attended interesting lectures delivered by his colleagues.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi talks on the latest equipment for laser hair & laser tattoo.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has recently seen a big increase in patients requesting this procedure at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1, Harley Street. He was therefore very interested in learning about advances that have been made in the treatment to ensure that he is able to offer his patients the very best treatment available.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi has had much success using Macrolane on patients in the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic and was therefore very interested to attend this talk on the product.

Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi was also honoured to attend an evening with Professor Marco Gasparotti, a world famous plastic surgeon who pioneered the concept of superficial liposculpture in 1992 and became the first person to receive the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s ‘Excellence in Cosmetic Surgery Award’ consecutively in 2001 and 2002. BODY 2011 was an excellent event at which the country’s leading cosmetic practitioners could learn from one another and see new techniques and technology in action and on display. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi’s attendance at BODY 2011 has ensured that the very latest technology and techniques will continue to be available to patients at the London Medical and Aesthetic Clinic at 1, Harley Street.

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