AADA Fellowship Course Speakers 2025

Dr. Afsha Hasanfatta MD

Specialist Dermatologist | United Arab Emirates

Minal Medical Center

I am a board certified dermatologist with 12 years experience. I have done my postgraduation from TNMC & BYL Nair Hospital, Mumbai. I have many national and international publications and have been a gold medalist at the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi. I practice medical and aesthetic dermatology and hold a rich experience in both. My special interest is Nonsurgical face rejuvenation and energy based devices.

Dr. Aishwarya Patil MD

General Practitioner | United Arab Emirates

Minal Medical Center, Jumeriah

Dr. Aishwarya Patil, M.B.BS Postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology from Mumbai University, India has more than 10 years of experience in Aesthetics and Cosmetology in UAE. Her special interests are Chemical Peels, Lasers, PRP, Mesotherapy, Body Contouring, Injectables. She will be presenting on Chemical Peels, basics and latest trends and their applications in clinical practice.

Dr. Elena Rossi MD

Specialist in dermatology and venereology | Italy

Skincenter (private practice) Clinica Cantoni (private practice) Clinica Molinari (private practice)

Dr Elena Rossi is a dermatologic surgeon and cosmetic dermatologist with personal experience in over 7500 surgeries including excision of skin cancer and reconstruction with different techniques such as flaps and grafts, dermal substitutes. Autonomy in the execution of the research, isolation and excision of sentinel lymph node in groin and axillary area for melanoma. In my private practice, I mostly deal with cosmetic procedures. Teacher in different university masters in Italy. Member of the Education committee of EADV. Board member of ISDS. Author of different international publications; speaker and tutor in many international meetings and courses in dermatologic surgery and cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Maria Cristina Puyat MD

Medical Director / President | Philippines

Asian Stem Cell Institute, (ASCI) Inc. / International Society for Dermatologic & Aesthetic Surgery (ISDS)

Dr. Maria Cristina Puyat is a Medical Specialist III and holds subspecialty clinics in Procedural Dermatology and Cosmetic Dermatology at Rizal Medical Center. Dr. Puyat is the founder of Asian Stem Cell Institute, Inc. where she practices aesthetic and anti-aging medicine. She graduated as Doctor of Medicine from the University of Santo Tomas – Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed her Residency Training in Dermatology at Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center. She is also a Fellow of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery at the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas, USA, and a Fellow of Stem Cell Therapy at the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Biotechnology, as well as in Preventive and Regenerative Medicine which she earned from the American University, Washington DC USA, and the Dresden International University, Germany, respectively. Dr. Maria Cristina Puyat is also a member of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Minal Patwardhan Andrade MD

Dermatologist | United Arab Emirates

Minal Medical Center

Dr. Minal, a dermatologist with over 30 years of experience in the UAE, is renowned for treating a wide range of skin conditions with a compassionate, patient-focused approach at her clinic in Jumeirah. Combining advanced medical knowledge with individualized care, she specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology, including laser treatments, chemical peels, and anti-aging therapies. Throughout her career, Dr. Minal has treated thousands of patients and actively contributed to dermatological research. Her participation in professional conferences locally and internationally further enhances her standing as a highly respected specialist in dermatology.

Dr. Nael Abousidou MD

Plastic Surgeon | Palestine

Rashid Hospital, Dubai

A specialist plastic surgeon working in Rashid Hospital Dubai, holding the following: MBBS, Board Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine, IIWCC University of Toronto. I have completed my residency training in plastic surgery in the educational hospitals of Dubai Health then I joined the plastic surgery department as a specialist plastic surgeon at Rashid hospital till this date. I have participated in the establishment of wound care protocols in our hospital. I am a member of the Emirates Medical Association, a member of the Emirates Plastic Surgery Society, A member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, a member of the Arab Association of Surgical and medical Aesthetics (AASMA).

Prof. Nicola Zerbinati MD

Full Professor | Italy

University of Insubria

Nicola Zerbinati has been an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Insubria in Varese since 2018, and in March 2023, he became a Full Professor in the Department of Medicine and Technological Innovation at the same university. Since 2016, Prof. Zerbinati has served as the Scientific Director of the Second Level Master’s Degree in “Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology” at the University of Insubria. He currently leads the Dermatologic Unit at Ospedale di Circolo of Varese, a position he has held since October 2021. He also serves as Scientific Director at CMP (Centro Medico Polispecialistico), the outpatient clinic which he founded in 1999 in Pavia. Since 2017, he has held the position of Elected President of FIME (Italian Federation of Aesthetic Medicine). Throughout his professional life, he has participated as a speaker in numerous national and international congresses. Furthermore, his extensive research is reflected in his authorship and co-authorship of over 200 scientific publications.

Dr. Qassim Ahli MD

Consultant Plastic Surgeon | United Arab Emirates

Rashid Hospital, Dubai

Dr. Qassim Ahli , a UAE citizen. Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health, UAE. Working part-time at Dr. Qassim Ahliclinic (private sector). Working as Plastic Surgeon since 20 years . Have Swedish Board in Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive and Burn Surgery.

Dr. Roxanna Sadoughifar MD

Professor of Dermatology Department | Iran

University of Marconi

*Professor of Dermatology Department, University of Marconi, Rome, Italy *President of the World health Academy Medical Aesthetic Section *Honorary President of International Dermatology and Cosmetology Congress * Associate Editor of journal of cosmetic dermatology by Wiley * Chief Editor of Journal of Applied Cosmetology *Former Associated Editor of Dermatologic Therapy by Wiley *Editor of “Hair and Scalp Disorders” Book Series by Springer Nature *Iran representative in FUE ASIA & Facial Aesthetic Dermatology Society *IMCAS Paris 2024 Faculty *Imcas Asia 2024 Faculty 20 years of Expertise in hair transplantation

Prof. Shady Mahmoud MD

Professor of Dermatology | Egypt

Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University

Professor of Dermatology & Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University. He is a consultant of dermatology, aesthetics, and laser applications. Head of laser unit at El-Hussien University Hospital. Training director of LASER applications in dermatology in Al-Hussein University Hospital. Board member of Sharm Derma.

Dr. Shweta Singh Bhandari MD

Specialist Dermatologist | United Arab Emirates

Minal Medical Center

Dr. Shweta, a renowned celebrity dermatologist, cosmetologist, and Aesthetic Injector with over 10 years of experience in India and UAE. International Speaker and trainer for Dubai Derma, Advanced Fellowship Course.

Dr. Sindhu Shivaram MD

Specialist Dermatologist | United Arab Emirates

Minal Medical Center

I have done both my undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from India, having graduated with a gold medal, I come with a vast experience of 10 years in both clinical as well as aesthetic field of dermatology.

Dr. Stefania Guida MD

Assistant Professor | Italy

Vita-Salute San Raffaele University

Dr. Stefania Guida is an Assistant Professor at the Dermatology Clinic of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. She has an expertise in non-invasive skin imaging applied to skin cancers diagnosis, skin aging studies as well cosmetic dermatology. She also developed laser and other non-invasive or minimally invasive aesthetic techniques for skin rejuvenation, publishing her findings on International peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Victoria Innene MD

Dermatologist | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Victoria Medical Center

Dr. Victoria has vast experience in the field of Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine for more than 15 years. She started her private practice in 2005 Damascus where she was performing a wide range of aesthetic procedures such as Dermabrasion, Chemical peeling, Botox, Fillers, Mesotherapy, and Localized Liposuction and Fat Transfer. Dr. Victoria has a very good experience in using wide range of lasers in Dermatology used for hair reduction, vascular lesions treatment and skin resurfacing and Radiofrequency machines for rejuvenation and skin tightening.

Prof. Wael Seoudy MD

Senior Consultant Dermatologist, Professor | Egypt

MUST University

Certified Senior Consultant dermatologist with more than 25 years of experience demonstrated in both public and private practice. Areas of expertise include dermatology, LASER & EBD and aesthetic including: botulinum toxin, fillers, threads, medical rhinoplasty, Peeling, mesotherapy, Plasmage. Recent experience has also encompassed the delivery of a wide range of CME accredited training courses in aesthetic medicine for medical professionals using the most advanced and up-to-date techniques. ACHIEVEMENTS & COMPETENCIES • Board certified dermatologist since 1998. • ICCE president. • Secretary general of the Egyptian society of dermatology 2014. • ASS professor of dermatology MUST university • Arab board supervisor in MUST University • IMCAS Faculty member • Invited speaker at several international conferences and courses. Delivered training services including online audio-visual lectures and hands-on tutorials in a clinical setting, to introduce non-invasive aesthetic procedures to medical practitioners. • International trainer for injectables and threads • Regional Sinclair trainer • Kemedex Kuwait trainer • Aura clinic founder • Consultant Dermatologist in Kuwait

Dr. Zahra Alrefaei MD

Consultant Plastic Surgeon | United Arab Emirates

Dubai Health Authority

Dr Rafaei is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at DHA Rashid Hospital. PhD Artificial Healthcare Management, MBBS MSC King College and an MRCS FRCS from Glasgow. She is also a Fellow of European Oncoplastic Surgery.