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Aesthetic Doctor
Dr Nestor Demosthenous
Dermatologist
Dr Nestor is one of Scotland’s most experienced aesthetic doctors. He is an international speaker and published author in Aesthetic Medicine. Having dedicated most of his medical career to Aesthetic Medicine, as well as a passion for this specialty, Dr Nestor opened The Medical & Cosmetic Centre in Edinburgh’s city centre in 2016. It has since grown to be one of the largest aesthetic clinics in Scotland and has won several awards including ‘Best New Clinic 2016’ and ‘Most Innovative Clinic 2017’, and ‘Best Clinic Scotland 2019’, with Dr Nestor himself winning “Cosmetic Doctor of the Year 2018”. Dr Nestor also holds regular fortnightly clinics at London’s multi-award winning PHI Clinic on Harley St.
Dr Nestor obtained his Medical Degree and Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience from the University of Edinburgh in 2006. Upon completing his junior doctor years he pursued a surgical career, gaining experience from several surgical specialties predominantly Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery and Plastic Surgery. Alongside this he entered Aesthetic Medicine which became his passion and ambition. Dr Nestor has been an advisory board member for Allergan’s complications group 2015, and Healthcare Improvement Scotland Phase I (2016-7) & II (2017-8), helping to safeguard patients. He has previously been a Key Opinion Leader for Sinclair Pharma (2014-2018).
Dr Nestor holds an MSc in Aesthetic Medicine from Bart’s & Queen Mary University London. Dr Nestor is a key opinion leader for Allergan and part of their Medical Institute’s Global Mentorship program, under the guidance and direction of world renowned plastic surgeon Dr Mauricio De Maio. Dr Nestor is also a Key Opinion Leader for the non surgical body contouring device TruSculpt by Cutera Technologies.
Medical Aesthetics Practitioner
Dr Ahrooran Sivakumar
Dr Ahrooran Sivakumar, BCh BAO MRCSEd PGDip (Aes), is a multi-award-winning medical aesthetics practitioner and Medical Director of A Aesthetics North Coast and Derry/Londonderry. Known to patients as Dr Arun, he came to aesthetic medicine from an extensive NHS background in trauma and orthopaedic surgery, a foundation that informs the meticulous, clinically grounded approach he brings to every treatment.
His commitment to education and continuous learning keeps him at the forefront of the field, drawing on the latest techniques and technologies to deliver outstanding results. At the Scottish Skin & Laser Summit, he joins the Business Growth Panel to share what he has learnt building a clinic.
Award-Winning Aesthetic Innovator
Dr Ben Taylor-Davies
Dr. Ben Taylor-Davies is a distinguished aesthetic medical doctor practising in Edinburgh, Scotland, renowned for his holistic approach to aesthetic treatments. With over six years of experience, Dr. Ben has established himself as a leader in the field, combining medical expertise with a deep understanding of patient needs.
As the director of the Stockbridge Clinic, Dr. Ben is committed to delivering high-quality, personalised care, ensuring that each patient receives tailored treatments that align with their individual goals. His dedication to excellence and innovation has earned him numerous accolades and a respected reputation within the aesthetics community.
Dr. Ben’s passion for advancing the field is evident in his continuous pursuit of knowledge and his engagement with the latest techniques and technologies. His holistic approach not only enhances the aesthetic outcomes for his patients but also promotes overall well-being, making him a sought-after practitioner in the industry.
General Practitioner
Dr Angela McGreevy
General Practitioner
Dr Angela McGreevy is a fully qualified GP with a special interest in advanced medical aesthetics, skin health, ENT and minor surgery. A graduate of Queen’s University Belfast, she brings more than a decade of experience across surgical specialties, including a career in ENT that led to membership of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons in Edinburgh and Ireland and a Diploma in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.
She continues to practise within the NHS alongside her aesthetic work and is currently completing Level 7 training with the Harley Academy, reflecting a genuine commitment to skin health and aesthetic rejuvenation.
Clinical Director, The Laser & Skin Clinics, Dublin
Nurse Aisling Cleary
With over 15 years experience in the aesthetic industry both in the US and Ireland , and an extensive background in both business development and clinical treatments, . Aisling is recognised both for her leadership and expertise in advanced cosmetic procedures , patient care and practice management . Her comprehensive understanding of the industry from operational strategy to delivering cutting edge treatments positions her as a key influencer in the field of aesthetic medicine.
Leighannah Tickner is the UK & Ireland Sales Manager at Cutera, a role she has held since 2019. With more than 15 years of expertise in the aesthetics and energy-based devices industry, she brings a strong track record in sales leadership and business management.
Expert in Aesthetics and Skin Rejuvenation
Nurse Amanda Demosthenous
Clare Bryson brings the discipline of frontline emergency care to aesthetic practice. She runs Cairn Medica, a private health, cosmetic and wellbeing company offering safe medical aesthetics delivered with ultrasound guidance, and owns The Sunflower Rooms in Dundee, home to a range of beauty spa, medical aesthetic and skin clinic services.
Alongside her clinics, she continues to practise as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Emergency Medicine with NHS Tayside. That dual perspective, acute clinical medicine on one hand and elective aesthetic care on the other, underpins a practice built firmly on patient safety and clinical rigour.
Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Nurse Clare Bryson
Amanda is a NMC registered Independent Nurse Prescriber, with a Postgraduate in Aesthetic Medicine. She is an experienced aesthetic injector, a regional lead for BAMAN (British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses) South East Scotland and a faculty member for DermaFocus in regenerative medicine treatments.
With over 10 years in the field of aesthetics and skin rejuvenation, she is also a trainer, mentor and presenter. Her career began as a cardiothoracic intensive care nurse, progressing to a clinical nurse specialist at The Harley Street Clinic in London, before pursuing her passion for aesthetics. Amanda is deeply dedicated to achieving exceptional patient outcomes by creating personalised treatment plans that focus on natural, full-face rejuvenation.