Laser Safety Awareness

Professor Ernest Azzopardi is a leading authority in cutaneous laser surgery, accepting referrals from Europe, UK and beyond. He is the UK laser lead for the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. When he is not lasering patients, Ernesto is busy pushing the boundaries of science through an extensive research network, or advising Industry. His research interests ensure his practice is always at the cutting edge of evidence based surgery.

Professor Ash Mosahebi qualified at Guy's & St Thomas Medical School in London in 1995. He later underwent plastic surgical training at some of the largest and busiest hospitals in UK. On account of his extensive clinical experience, Professor Mosahebi is able to carry out body sculpturing and breast re-shaping, alongside procedures such as full body lifting, thigh lifts and facelifts. His patient-centred approach to clinical practice means that he discusses all options available and tailor makes the surgery for the patient.Professor Ash Mosahebi is a proponent of research and pedagogy and maintains his position as the deputy editor of the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery and also the author of a number of publications.

Jorge Leon-Villapalos is a Plastic, Reconstructive, Burns and Laser Surgery consultant based at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London (UK). He has held the Paediatric and Adult Clinical lead posts at the Burns Unit, the only Burns department looking after major burns injuries and performing complex burns reconstruction in Greater London. Dr Leon-Villapalos is also a Consultant in Plastic, Reconstructive, Aesthetic Surgery and Burns at The London Scar Clinic and 152 Harley Street where he consults and operates privately.

Professor Goodman AM has been a practicing dermatologist for more than 40 years. His areas of specialty include skin cancers, Mohs micrographic surgery, lasers in dermatology, complications with cosmetic treatments, cosmetic dermatology and the treatment of acne and post-acne scarring. He has an academic teaching position as Adjunct Professor with Monash University, University College of London, and previously held the position of Chief of Surgery at the Skin Health Institute. He is president of the Australasian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists (ASCD).

Matteo Tretti Clementoni is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon. Member of many International Societies he focused his attention at the beginning of his career on pediatric malformations and severe burn scars. He is now more focused on cosmetic procedures and laser treatments. He started, as private practice, his laser activity in 1996 and now he is author of many papers. He is also reviewer of the JEADV, of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and of the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy.

Tom Lister PhD MSc Bsc PGCert is a certified Laser Protection Advisor and Expert Witness providing advice and training to medical and aesthetic practices in the UK. He is a Consultant Clinical Scientist and experienced laser practitioner, having been involved in over 10,000 skin laser treatments. Tom is an executive member of both the European and British Medical Laser Associations, expert observer on the IEC Technical Committee TC76 (Optical Radiation Safety and Laser Equipment), Associate Editor of the journal Lasers in Medical Science and a corresponding member (former chair) of IPEM's Ultrasound and Non-Ionising Radiations Special Interest Group.

His deep understanding of lasers combined with his dedication to empowering others and sharing knowledge, meant he soon took on the roles of Technical Trainer in EMEA and Laser Safety Officer, providing training for Lumenis' laser products and conducting mandatory laser safety courses in Germany. In addition, Martin serves as the Site Quality Manager, where he handles ISO and regulatory issues.