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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Dr. Jani van Loghem https://storage.buzzsprout.com/s2ugjkxjvnab2g5vgu486umeodcg?.jpg UMA Academy - Inject Experience with Jani van Loghem Patrick Urban - President of Merz Aesthetics North America Patrick Urban - President of Merz Aesthetics North America Patrick Urban, President of Merz Aesthetics North America, talks about his professional journey that led him to this position. From sales rep, Ulthera employee to President of Merz Aesthetics North America. Dure to regulatory restrictions, we are talking about Merz products without mentioning any brand names. We talk about business and marketing strategies of companies in the aesthetic world. 

Patrick talks about ethics in business strategy, for example, he says they owe the science to the HCPs and shouldn't use fear strategies, throwing dirt at competitors. Patrick explains about how they play bigger in terms of reaching the larger audience by engaging celebreties and targeting big events like The Oscars and New York Fashion Week. They also talk about the future: Where is Merz going to be in 5 years? And… they talk about their shared love for Music.



At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Patrick Urban, President of Merz Aesthetics North America, talks about his professional journey that led him to this position. From sales rep, Ulthera employee to President of Merz Aesthetics North America. Dure to regulatory restrictions, we are talking about Merz products without mentioning any brand names. We talk about business and marketing strategies of companies in the aesthetic world. 

Patrick talks about ethics in business strategy, for example, he says they owe the science to the HCPs and shouldn't use fear strategies, throwing dirt at competitors. Patrick explains about how they play bigger in terms of reaching the larger audience by engaging celebreties and targeting big events like The Oscars and New York Fashion Week. They also talk about the future: Where is Merz going to be in 5 years? And… they talk about their shared love for Music.



At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-16778160 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0200 2679 full false Dr. Gideon Kwok on male aesthetics and artistry in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Gideon Kwok on male aesthetics and artistry in aesthetic medicine. In this episode, recorded in Salt Lake City, I had the opportunity to talk to dr. Gideon Kwok. In this episode, we talk about the value of standard protocols for beginner injectors, and stepping away from the standard protocols to fuel the artistry in our field.  What makes a face attractive and beautiful? His pearl to develop your aesthetic eye? Put on a pair of dark sunglasses and stare at people! 

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> In this episode, recorded in Salt Lake City, I had the opportunity to talk to dr. Gideon Kwok. In this episode, we talk about the value of standard protocols for beginner injectors, and stepping away from the standard protocols to fuel the artistry in our field.  What makes a face attractive and beautiful? His pearl to develop your aesthetic eye? Put on a pair of dark sunglasses and stare at people! 

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-15257141 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 14:00:00 +0200 2615 full false Dr. Jessy Cheung on nonsurgical genital enhancement for men and women. Dr. Jessy Cheung on nonsurgical genital enhancement for men and women. When in the US, I had a very interesting chat with Dr. Jessy Cheung, dermatologist practicing in New York and Chicago. She explained her innovations on penile, vaginal and perineal genital enhancement using lasers, toxins, fillers, PRP, exosomes, shockwave, fat transfer as well as hormone and peptide therapy. Ever heard of Bocox and Otox and Clitox? Also talked about music, partying and in-n-out burgers!

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> When in the US, I had a very interesting chat with Dr. Jessy Cheung, dermatologist practicing in New York and Chicago. She explained her innovations on penile, vaginal and perineal genital enhancement using lasers, toxins, fillers, PRP, exosomes, shockwave, fat transfer as well as hormone and peptide therapy. Ever heard of Bocox and Otox and Clitox? Also talked about music, partying and in-n-out burgers!

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-15141123 Mon, 27 May 2024 07:00:00 +0200 1753 full false Dr. Julieta Spada from Argentina about treatment of Sunken Upper Eyelids, The A-frame Deformity amd Superior Orbital Sulcus with diluted hybrid filler Dr. Julieta Spada from Argentina about treatment of Sunken Upper Eyelids, The A-frame Deformity amd Superior Orbital Sulcus with diluted hybrid filler Dr. Julieta Spada from Buenos Aeres is a globally recognized dermatologist specialized in aesthetic dermatology. She is known for her innovative technique of rejuvenating the eyes by injecting fillers in the upper eyelid area, the Sunken Upper Eyelids, The A-frame Deformity amd Superior Orbital Sulcus. She has shifted to using a diluted hybrid filler consisting of diluted calcium hydroxylapatite and CPM hyaluronic acid. She also shares a very smart pearl on toxin induced reversing levator ptosis ;-)

She is one of the key faculty members of the 2- day UMA Academy Master Course titled "Periorbital filler and Oculoplastic Anatomy"

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Julieta Spada from Buenos Aeres is a globally recognized dermatologist specialized in aesthetic dermatology. She is known for her innovative technique of rejuvenating the eyes by injecting fillers in the upper eyelid area, the Sunken Upper Eyelids, The A-frame Deformity amd Superior Orbital Sulcus. She has shifted to using a diluted hybrid filler consisting of diluted calcium hydroxylapatite and CPM hyaluronic acid. She also shares a very smart pearl on toxin induced reversing levator ptosis ;-)

She is one of the key faculty members of the 2- day UMA Academy Master Course titled "Periorbital filler and Oculoplastic Anatomy"

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-15052924 Sun, 12 May 2024 13:00:00 +0200 1149 full false Dr. Tingsong Lim on regenerative aesthetics, stem cells, exosomes, polynucleotides and bioresonance Dr. Tingsong Lim on regenerative aesthetics, stem cells, exosomes, polynucleotides and bioresonance Dr. Tingsong Lim from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is a well known aesthetic physician and KOL in the global aesthetic arena. During his AMSC congress, dr. Jani van Loghem managed to catch him during his full schedule and talk to him about where aesthetic medicine is going. Tingsong talked passionately about his ideas on regenerative aesthetics, stem cells, exosomes, polynucleotides and bioresonance. The gap between traditional Chinese medicine and evidence based medicine is slowly closing while the developments are progressing.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Tingsong Lim from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is a well known aesthetic physician and KOL in the global aesthetic arena. During his AMSC congress, dr. Jani van Loghem managed to catch him during his full schedule and talk to him about where aesthetic medicine is going. Tingsong talked passionately about his ideas on regenerative aesthetics, stem cells, exosomes, polynucleotides and bioresonance. The gap between traditional Chinese medicine and evidence based medicine is slowly closing while the developments are progressing.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-13239102 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0100 1621 1 9 full false Dr. Wilson Ho on Asian beauty ideals in the post-COVID era Dr. Wilson Ho on Asian beauty ideals in the post-COVID era Dr. Wilson Ho is the president of the Hong Kong association of cosmetic surgery. Dr Jani van Loghem and dr Wilson Ho talked about their shared passion of teaching cadaver filler anatomy courses as the one they did together at the Hong Kong University for Merz Aesthetics. We talked about regenerative medicine applications in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Ho discussed the evolution of Asian beauty ideals in the last 10 years and how these ideals shifted from trying  to look for the ideal proportions, to individualized beauty in the post-COVID time. And we talked about another passion of him: wine.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Wilson Ho is the president of the Hong Kong association of cosmetic surgery. Dr Jani van Loghem and dr Wilson Ho talked about their shared passion of teaching cadaver filler anatomy courses as the one they did together at the Hong Kong University for Merz Aesthetics. We talked about regenerative medicine applications in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Ho discussed the evolution of Asian beauty ideals in the last 10 years and how these ideals shifted from trying  to look for the ideal proportions, to individualized beauty in the post-COVID time. And we talked about another passion of him: wine.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-13249670 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0200 2029 1 12 full false Dr. Sonja Sattler on skin quality, facial assessment and genuine interest in her patients. Dr. Sonja Sattler on skin quality, facial assessment and genuine interest in her patients. Dr. Sonja Sattler, dermatologist and researcher, is an international Key Opinion Leader, clinical researcher and owner of Rosenpark Clinic in Germany. She shared her passion on teaching, improving skin quality of her patients and connecting with them on a personal level. We discussed her experiences with different biostimulatory products like PLLA and CaHA and why we should refrain from being early adaptors when it comes to new injectable products.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Sonja Sattler, dermatologist and researcher, is an international Key Opinion Leader, clinical researcher and owner of Rosenpark Clinic in Germany. She shared her passion on teaching, improving skin quality of her patients and connecting with them on a personal level. We discussed her experiences with different biostimulatory products like PLLA and CaHA and why we should refrain from being early adaptors when it comes to new injectable products.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-13239691 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0200 2025 1 11 full false Dr Fernando Felice on what it takes to be a good aesthetic physician Dr Fernando Felice on what it takes to be a good aesthetic physician Dr. Fernando Felice is sharing his ideas on what it takes to be a good aesthetic doctor. Essentially, it comes down to continuous learning, especially about anatomy and aging. And it's also about passion for what you do. Because only then will you invest all that necessary time into diving into the field of aesthetic medicine. For example, a good aesthetic physician wants to know where in the face the danger zones are, superficial and deep, we want to understand how the anatomy changes in time and how individuals differ in this process. We discussed the necessity of knowing the different injectable products, different needles, cannulas and instruments.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Fernando Felice is sharing his ideas on what it takes to be a good aesthetic doctor. Essentially, it comes down to continuous learning, especially about anatomy and aging. And it's also about passion for what you do. Because only then will you invest all that necessary time into diving into the field of aesthetic medicine. For example, a good aesthetic physician wants to know where in the face the danger zones are, superficial and deep, we want to understand how the anatomy changes in time and how individuals differ in this process. We discussed the necessity of knowing the different injectable products, different needles, cannulas and instruments.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-13239307 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0200 1465 1 10 full false Dr. Niamh Corduff on regenerative aesthetics Dr. Niamh Corduff on regenerative aesthetics In this 8th UMA Academy podcast, dr Niamh Corduff talks about where aesthetic medicine is going. As a plastic surgeon, she's very passionate about understanding the body's intrinsic power to heal itself and unlock its regenerative potential. We go in depth on biocues, scaffolds, regenerative cells and exosomes. We discussed the different paths the immune system can choose: repair or regenerate.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> In this 8th UMA Academy podcast, dr Niamh Corduff talks about where aesthetic medicine is going. As a plastic surgeon, she's very passionate about understanding the body's intrinsic power to heal itself and unlock its regenerative potential. We go in depth on biocues, scaffolds, regenerative cells and exosomes. We discussed the different paths the immune system can choose: repair or regenerate.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-13238990 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0200 1146 1 8 full false Ryan Bougeois and Hayle Gulilat: what is it like to be an American nurse injector? Ryan Bougeois and Hayle Gulilat: what is it like to be an American nurse injector? In this 7th UMA Academy podcast, Jani van Loghem had the opportunity to interview Ryan Bougeois and Hayle Gulilat, two of America's most advanced filler expert nurse practitioners on their individual aesthetic journeys, personal successes and struggles in the aesthetic world. The interview took place late in the evening in Jani's house in Amsterdam after the completion of a two-day intense Radiesse Expert Techniques hands-on training for which they had traveled form Dallas to The Netherlands.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> In this 7th UMA Academy podcast, Jani van Loghem had the opportunity to interview Ryan Bougeois and Hayle Gulilat, two of America's most advanced filler expert nurse practitioners on their individual aesthetic journeys, personal successes and struggles in the aesthetic world. The interview took place late in the evening in Jani's house in Amsterdam after the completion of a two-day intense Radiesse Expert Techniques hands-on training for which they had traveled form Dallas to The Netherlands.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-13151234 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0200 2778 full false Dr. Vincent Richer on Brow Shapes and acne scar treatment Dr. Vincent Richer on Brow Shapes and acne scar treatment During the Merz Aesthetics Train the Trainer roadshow, Dr. Jani van Loghem had the opportunity in Vancouver to interview dr. Vincent Richer. He is a board certified dermatologist who came to work in the aesthetic field through his experience with lasers and incorporated injectables after seeing the aesthetic results of laser treatments for medical reasons. Vincent is now an emerging global leader and shares his innovative research on brow shapes and his upcoming project on acne scars.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> During the Merz Aesthetics Train the Trainer roadshow, Dr. Jani van Loghem had the opportunity in Vancouver to interview dr. Vincent Richer. He is a board certified dermatologist who came to work in the aesthetic field through his experience with lasers and incorporated injectables after seeing the aesthetic results of laser treatments for medical reasons. Vincent is now an emerging global leader and shares his innovative research on brow shapes and his upcoming project on acne scars.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-12797457 Sun, 07 May 2023 00:00:00 +0200 1431 full false Dr John Leonardo on penile augmentation with Radiesse and HA Dr John Leonardo on penile augmentation with Radiesse and HA During dr Jani van Loghem's Canadian Train the Trainer road show for Merz Aesthetics trainers, he had the opportunity to interview dr. John Leonardo from Toronto. Dr. Leonardo is an anesthesiologist by training and is working in both aesthetics and sexual health as well. He has written a chapter in dr. Jani's textbook Calcium Hydroxylapaitite Expert Soft Tissue Filler Techniques previously and is now working on an update for his chapter for the second edition of this book. He explained about using hybrid filler for enlarging penis girth. He now is blending Radiesse with Belotero Volume and other HAs and he explained details of the procedure. he also talked about additional treatments in male sexual medicine for improving erectile function like "growtox", PRP and low intensity focused extracorporal shockwave therapy.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> During dr Jani van Loghem's Canadian Train the Trainer road show for Merz Aesthetics trainers, he had the opportunity to interview dr. John Leonardo from Toronto. Dr. Leonardo is an anesthesiologist by training and is working in both aesthetics and sexual health as well. He has written a chapter in dr. Jani's textbook Calcium Hydroxylapaitite Expert Soft Tissue Filler Techniques previously and is now working on an update for his chapter for the second edition of this book. He explained about using hybrid filler for enlarging penis girth. He now is blending Radiesse with Belotero Volume and other HAs and he explained details of the procedure. he also talked about additional treatments in male sexual medicine for improving erectile function like "growtox", PRP and low intensity focused extracorporal shockwave therapy.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-12782895 Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 +0200 1783 1 5 full false Professor Martina Kerscher on Skin Quality Professor Martina Kerscher on Skin Quality During the Merz Aesthetics Masterclass in Stockholm, Professor Martina Kerscher talked about her career as a professor in dermatology, heading the department of Cosmetic Sciences at the University of Hamburg, where she conducts pioneering research in the field of aesthetic medicine. As the highest authority in the field, she gave her definition of Skin Quality. These are the 4 emergent perceptual categories: skin firmness (hydration, elasticity), skin surface (smoothness, roughness, pores, wrinkles, hairs, etc), skin glow (light refraction, absorption and reflection) and skin tone evenness (pigmentation, vessels, hypopigmentation, etc).

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> During the Merz Aesthetics Masterclass in Stockholm, Professor Martina Kerscher talked about her career as a professor in dermatology, heading the department of Cosmetic Sciences at the University of Hamburg, where she conducts pioneering research in the field of aesthetic medicine. As the highest authority in the field, she gave her definition of Skin Quality. These are the 4 emergent perceptual categories: skin firmness (hydration, elasticity), skin surface (smoothness, roughness, pores, wrinkles, hairs, etc), skin glow (light refraction, absorption and reflection) and skin tone evenness (pigmentation, vessels, hypopigmentation, etc).

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-12743013 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 18:00:00 +0200 1511 full false Dr. Nabil Fakih on Hybrid Fillers - what you didn't know yet Dr. Nabil Fakih on Hybrid Fillers - what you didn't know yet In this episode recorded during Facial Makeover in Brasilia, Brazil on April 23, 2023, dr. Jani van Loghem interviews dr. Nabil Fakih, maxillofacial surgeon from Lebanon / Spain about his innovation of blending HA and CaHA to create a hybrid filler with unique properties. He discusses many ways on how to mix for which kind of indications and how his invention has changed the world of aesthetics.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> In this episode recorded during Facial Makeover in Brasilia, Brazil on April 23, 2023, dr. Jani van Loghem interviews dr. Nabil Fakih, maxillofacial surgeon from Lebanon / Spain about his innovation of blending HA and CaHA to create a hybrid filler with unique properties. He discusses many ways on how to mix for which kind of indications and how his invention has changed the world of aesthetics.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-12703244 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0200 1838 1 3 full false Interview with dr. Gladstone Faria about the details of fillers for the temples. Interview with dr. Gladstone Faria about the details of fillers for the temples. During the Facial Makeover congress that was held in Brasilia, Brazil on April 21-22, 2023, Dr. Jani van Loghem took the opportunity to talk to dr. Gladstone Faria, plastic surgeon from Sao Paolo, Brazil. Dr. Gladstone has published a lot on facial anatomy and has a specific interest in the anatomy and filler treatment techniques of the temples. He specifically zoomed in to the interfascial technique, but also discussed the subcutaneous and periosteal treatment techniques. His latest research is about to be published and he gave a sneak preview to this very new information.
Gladstone and Jani were in Brazil to share the stage on a Merz Aesthetics symposium where they shared their treatment techniques for upper, middle and lower thirds of the face using the Merz Aesthetics portfolio.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> During the Facial Makeover congress that was held in Brasilia, Brazil on April 21-22, 2023, Dr. Jani van Loghem took the opportunity to talk to dr. Gladstone Faria, plastic surgeon from Sao Paolo, Brazil. Dr. Gladstone has published a lot on facial anatomy and has a specific interest in the anatomy and filler treatment techniques of the temples. He specifically zoomed in to the interfascial technique, but also discussed the subcutaneous and periosteal treatment techniques. His latest research is about to be published and he gave a sneak preview to this very new information.
Gladstone and Jani were in Brazil to share the stage on a Merz Aesthetics symposium where they shared their treatment techniques for upper, middle and lower thirds of the face using the Merz Aesthetics portfolio.

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-12697459 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0200 1550 1 2 full false Dr Nikola Milojevic and TAMC (The Aesthetic Medicine Congress) Dr Nikola Milojevic and TAMC (The Aesthetic Medicine Congress) In this first UMA Academy podcast, dr. Jani van Loghem, interviews Dr Nikola Milojevic about his incredibly successful and authentic congress: The Aesthetic Medicine Congress (TAMC) with high focus on fillers, botulinum toxin and regenerative medicine. The recording took place on site in Dubrovnik

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> In this first UMA Academy podcast, dr. Jani van Loghem, interviews Dr Nikola Milojevic about his incredibly successful and authentic congress: The Aesthetic Medicine Congress (TAMC) with high focus on fillers, botulinum toxin and regenerative medicine. The recording took place on site in Dubrovnik

At the forefront of the developments in aesthetic medicine

]]> Dr. Jani van Loghem Buzzsprout-12619650 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0200 850 1 1 full false