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Perceptions and deceptions: a personal blog by the editor 5 September 2016
The junior doctors are without doubt the very backbone of the NHS. They span from the newly graduated medical students to the most senior postgraduate trainees who are about to embark on a definitive post as a hospital consultant or...Gross Negligence Manslaughter in Healthcare: The medico-legal dilemma (part 8) – Propofol
Propofol played a significant role in the trial of Dr Vanessa Kwan. Vanessa went to South Korea to learn about cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic surgeons in South Korea use a lot of propofol in office-based practice. Ipso facto, Vanessa learned about propofol and its use in cosmetic surgery.AI facial filters have the ability to change who we find attractive
We can use them to alter lighting, smooth out our complexion and even change our hair colour, but now researchers have found that AI facial filters, when used in real time, could even have the power to influence who we...Development of a new professional association for dental practitioners working in aesthetics
The PMFA is delighted to be working with Paul Burgess from PBA Business Consultants who are heading up a major new project to establish a professional association for dentists in the UK and internationally – ‘Association for Dental Aesthetic Practitioners’...Letter from Hong Kong (13 April 2020)
Now is not the time to start spreading blame. There will be time for that later. At the same time, now, is the time to recognise the great courage required in true leadership.Editor’s reaction to acid attacks in London
As I travelled to work to day I heard on the radio that there had been five separate “acid attacks” in London last night. It appears that these were all perpetrated by the same assailants and the motivation for the...
Aesthethic Medicine – International Dialogue on the Relationship Between Medicine, Beauty, and Ethics
This landmark publication presents a compelling, multifaceted dialogue on the evolving ethical landscape of aesthetic medicine. Curated by an esteemed panel of international experts, it provides a much-needed exploration of how aesthetic practice must adapt in response to technological advancements,...
Raised serum lactate as a marker in the diagnosis of necrotising fasciitis
A 10-year prospective study of cases of suspected necrotising fasciitis was made, involving 53 patients. Of these, 28 had histologically proven necrotising fasciitis, 25 did not. Serum lactate measured at presentation of those who had the condition was 4.1+or-1.62 mmol/l...OPINION - From ethics to commerce: challenges faced by cosmetic practice for 2025 and beyond
Cosmetic medicine and surgery have seen remarkable and ongoing increases in popularity, reflecting advancements in medical technology and evolving societal norms based on, for example, social media, cultural expectations, and globalisation of beauty standards. Unlike with other medical specialties, these...
Lymphedema – Complete Medical and Surgical Review
This single 600-page volume is one of relatively few books that draws together all of the current knowledge and understanding of lymphoedema, its pathogenesis, investigation, staging and management. The book’s authors are well known for their expertise in the field...
Periocular sweat gland carcinomas
This is an interesting review of a rare group of tumours which together comprise the adnexal sweat gland carcinomas. Although there are only 22 patients, this is the largest cohort ever published. The authors summarise the clinical presentation, stage, management...
