Transmedica is pleased to announce the formation of their Practitioner Advisory Panel.
The panel consists of Dr John Flynn, Dr Jayson Oates, Dr Peter Widdowson, Dr Michael Zacharia and Dr Julie Bradford. It has been formed to assist as a platform to ensure ongoing safety and efficacy of Contura’s range of hydrogel products in use in new and future indications and to assist in the evaluation of a range of other products under consideration for the Australian market.
This team represents over 100 years of combined experience in the use of injectable hydrogel in Australia, since the launch in 2003. Each member has a deep understanding of the safety profile for the product, pre- and post-treatment protocols and how the product integrates with tissue over time. As well, each member has a deep understanding of the requirements for cutting-edge treatments to run a successful aesthetic medical practice.
Elaine Winkler, Managing Director of Transmedica, says, “we’ve assembled this team to ensure that the highest standard of clinical practice continue to be maintained with the use of Contura’s hydrogel products and believe that the diversity of having a cosmetic surgeon, ENT specialist, plastic surgeon and cosmetic physician gives us a balanced point of view on safety and usage.”
Dr John Flynn
MBBS, Dip. RACOG, FRACGP, Diploma Practical Dermatology, FACCS
Dr Flynn 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 publisher of the Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine and 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 Jayson Oates
ENT FRACS
Dr Jayson Oates FRACS is the primary cosmetic surgeon and medical director of Academy Face and Body in Subiaco, Perth. Dr Oates completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in 1990 and went on to train in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (Fellow of the Royal Australiasian College of Surgeons FRACS), completing the course in 1997. Dr Oates was interested in cosmetic surgery of the face and joined The Australasian Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery in 1995, and the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery in 1997. During 1998 and 1999 Dr Oates continued developing his training and experience in facial plastic surgery in the UK and USA. Dr Oates was elected President of The Australasian Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery in 2005.
Dr Peter Widdowson
Plastic Surgeon
Peter Widdowson has a background of 27 years in Plastic, Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery.
Qualifying in his specialty in 1982 he has been an internationally acclaimed microsurgeon and reconstructive surgeon for over 20 years.
Since commencing as Director at the Lotus Institute in 1999 he has super-specialized in Cosmetic surgery, directing one of the most acclaimed Cosmetic Clinics in Australasia. Peter specialises in most aspects of Cosmetic surgery including Facial Rejuvenation (face, brow, neck and eye lifts) – including the Lotus Institute’s MI.F.A.C.E. procedure – breast enlargement, uplift, reduction and reconstruction, rhinoplasty and otoplasty, body contouring – abdominoplasty, liposuction and body lift.
His qualifications include Member of Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS) and Fellow of the Royal Society of Plastic Surgeons (FRACS). The Lotus Institute is one of Australia’s leading cosmetic surgeries.
Dr Michael Zacharia
Facial Plastic Surgeon/ENT Specialist
Dr Zacharia is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Head and Neck (Otolaryngology) and specialises in Facial Plastic Surgery. He is also an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist physician.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) at the University of Adelaide in 1987, subsequently completing advanced training in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgery. He received his fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 1996, specialising in Otolaryngology head and neck surgery (AAFPRS).
Dr Zacharia was formerly the President of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery (ACCS), as well as a member of the Australasian Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery (AAFPS), the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) and the Australasian Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (ASOHNS). Dr Zacharia also presents at international conferences and seminars, and is involved in a number of industry training initiatives.
Dr Julie Bradford
MBBS, FABAAARM, FAAAM, FFMACCS, FACNEM, FCPCA, FMMI
With 6 Fellowships across Cosmetic and Anti-Aging Medicine Dr Bradford is a national and international trainer in the art of cosmetic injecting and thread lifting. She has been treating her clients for hormonal concerns and aesthetic procedures for over 30 years.
