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May 2007 Faculty

Martin Braun, M.D.
Medical Director, Vancouver Laser and Skin Care Center
Dr. Martin Braun is one of the most accomplished and respected cosmetic rejuvenation physicians practicing in the Vancouver area. His goal is to help everyone achieve beautiful skin for life, beginning at any age. As a pioneer in laser medicine, Dr. Braun has the distinction of being the first doctor in Canada to perform laser hair removal almost 10 years ago. He currently injects more Botox® than any other practitioner in Canada. After receiving his M.D. from the University of British Columbia (UBC) in 1984, Dr. Braun completed his core surgical training at Vancouver General Hospital. He subsequently became certified to practice both Family and Emergency Medicine. He worked extensively in both areas for more than 15 years, but in response to rising demand, Dr. Braun has devoted his practice exclusively to cosmetic rejuvenation procedures at his private medical clinic. A Fellow of the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Dr. Braun has trained with physicians at the forefront of cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic laser medicine. He has made many educational visits to medical laser clinics throughout North America, Europe, and most recently, Asia. Dr. Braun is particularly creative in finding innovative solutions to treat a variety of aesthetic conditions. Celebrated for his humorous lectures and manner, Dr. Braun is a featured guest on many radio and television stations. He is also a sought-after speaker for medical conferences as well as consumer and informational seminars.

Paul Cenac, M.D.
CEO, Bio Tech Medical
Dr. Cenac received his medical degree in 1983 from Louisiana State University Medical Center. He continued his education by completing a General Surgery Residency in 1987 at Baylor University Medical Center, a Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship in 1988 at the Université de Montpellier in France, and Plastic Surgery Residency in 1990. He was Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 1990. In addition to his professional work as a physician, Dr. Cenac has worked for 10 years as a Volunteer Reconstructive Surgeon Team Leader in Operation Smile, repairing birth defects, cleft lip and palate. He has also been very involved with Angel Flight of Georgia, the Flying Physicians Association and Civil Air Patrol.

 Debbie Dennis, R.N.
Consultant, Iredale Mineral Cosmetics
A registered nurse with more than 15 years experience in the field of Critical Care Medicine, Ms. Dennis is presently specializing on the largest organ of the human body—the skin. She has collaborated with and worked alongside Plastic Surgeons and Dermatologists in the South Florida area. Her experience has extended from the clinical setting to the medi-spa arena. Ms. Dennis focuses on educating the public and healthcare professionals on the importance of maintaining healthy skin.

Derrick M. DeSilva, Jr., M.D.
Medical Teaching Faculty, John F. Kennedy Medical Center
Attending Physician, Raritan Bay Medical Center
Dr. DeSilva is a practicing Internist at the Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy, NJ. As an adjunct professor at JFK Medical Center in Edison, NJ, he has lectured on various topics in medicine, nationally and internationally, and is an avid member of The American Medical Association, American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, and Society of Internal Medicine, as well as president of the American Nutraceutical Association and vice president of Medical Spa Professional Alliance. Dr. DeSilva has authored and published Coping with Lyme Disease and Ask the Doctor. He has his own radio talk show, "Ask the Doctor" which airs on WCTC Radio in New Jersey (1450 AM), as well as his own television show, "Your Natural Health” on News 12 New Jersey. In addition to local broadcasting, he has attained national television exposure by hosting medical segments on CNN and appearing as a guest on numerous programs, including ABC Night Line. Dr. DeSilva has been instrumental in the formulation of over 100 different natural products.

James E. Fulton, Jr., M.D., Ph.D.
Associate Professor, University of Oradea, Romania, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Medical Consultant, Vivant Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Dr. Fulton graduated from Tulane University Medical School in 1965, and received a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Miami in 1972. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and American Academy of Dermatology. He is also board certified. Over the years, Dr. Fulton has developed pharmaceuticals and skin care products for some of the leading pharmaceutical companies in the world, including benzoyl peroxide for the treatment of acne. Many of his colleagues refer to him as a “Renaissance Man” because he is constantly on the leading edge of breakthroughs in product development and cosmetic surgery. His latest advancement in skin care therapeutics is the topical use of Vitamin A Proprionate, U.S. Patent #5,043,356 and U.S. Patent #6,169,110. In 1974, Dr. Fulton established The Acne Research Institute, a non-profit foundation to foster research and increase public awareness about complexion problems. He is the co-developer of Retin-A (a registered trademark of Ortho Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) and is the author of the nationally acclaimed book on acne, A Step-By-Step Program for Clearing Acne, published by Harper & Row. As a popular speaker, he is in constant demand at cosmetic surgery and dermatology medical meetings throughout the world.

Deborah LongwillDeborah Longwill, D.O.
Private Practice in Dermatology, Miami, FL
Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Nova Southeastern University
One of the first dermatologists in the Miami area to perform tumescent liposuction, the most advanced body contouring method available.

Experienced Board Certified Dermatologist whose practices includes both cosmetic dermatology and general dermatology.

A Trustee and Secretary for the Dade County Osteopathic Medical Association and is a member of several professional societies such as the American Academy of Dermatology, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Medical Association.

Sheila Malmanis, L.E.
CEO, MS Skintechnical
Sheila Malmanis is a licensed aesthetician and CEO of MS Skintechnical, Inc., based in Phoenix, AZ. A nurse prior to her involvement in aesthetics, she was a vice president in sales and marketing with another skin care company before starting her own company in 2000. She has been in marketing and sales for more than 20 years, and has been published in Aesthetic Medicine magazine in the U.K. and Healthy Aging magazine in the U.S. Ms. Malmanis works with only the most clinically and technically advanced chemists globally and has developed her own skin care line. 

Joseph McWherter, M.D.
Conference Planning Committee Chairman, Age Management Medicine Conference
Medical Editor, e-Journal of Age Management Medicine
Private Practice, Ft. Worth, Texas
Dr. Joseph McWherter received his medical degree in 1977 from the University of Texas Health Science Center. He is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American College for Advancement in Medicine. As a practicing physician for over 20 years, Dr. McWherter has seen the need for an increased awareness in preventive health. Dr. McWherter is on the forefront of natural hormonal replacement therapies as well as functional medicine and nutritional medicine. As an innovator in women's health, Dr. McWherter has developed a unique approach to the health issues facing contemporary women. Along with a constant quest for the most up-to-date findings in the traditional science of medicine, he has also investigated numerous “alternative medicine” techniques in order to assess their scientific basis and possible applications in a traditional clinical setting.

Janice Morales, D.O.
Vice President, Indiana Academy of Osteopathy
Family Practice Physician, Indianapolis, IN
Janice Morales, D.O., is board certified in Family Practice and Osteopathic Manipulation. Dr. Morales had a busy general Family Practice for several years until she experienced her own life threatening health crisis. During the course of her treatment and recovery she had the opportunity to take stock and re-design her medical practice to incorporate those modalities that she had used to help her regain her health and vitality. She also had the time to learn the applied biochemistry. Her Osteopathic training had schooled her well about the total patient approach and she uses a mind, body, spirit approach for each and every patient.

Marie Piantino, L.E.
President, Co-Owner, MS Skintechnical
Marie Piantino, a European trained Medical Aesthetician, has over 20 years of experience to share. Ms. Piantino is president and co-owner of MS Skintechnical, based in Phoenix, AZ. Her vast knowledge and expertise has allowed her to be published in and serve on the advisory board of Healthy Aging magazine, as well as lecture at some of the world’s most sought-after events. She was a former vice president in sales and education with another skin care company, prior to starting her own company in 2000. With the vast changes that have taken place in the skin care industry, it’s now the advanced aesthetician who needs to understand the different types of procedures being performed today, as well as the correct pre- and post- protocols to finalize the program; it is not enough merely to know how to do microdermabrasion or peels and facials. Ms. Piantino is recognized as one of the best educators with her audiences, whether she is educating the physician or the recently graduated aesthetician.

Michael O. Sigler, M.D.
Executive Director, Age Management Panama Consultorios Médicos Punta Pacífica.
Co-founder,
Age Management Panama & Live Well Pharmaceuticals
Dr. Sigler is Executive Director, Age Management Panama Consultorios Médicos Punta Pacífica and Co-founder, Age Management Panama & Live Well Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Sigler received his medical training both domestically and internationally, at prestigious universities including Stanford, University of California–San Francisco, University of Miami School of Medicine, University of Toronto, University of Cambridge, England, and Saint Eustatius, Netherlands. He has treated thousands of patients abroad and in the community of South Florida throughout his training in surgery and rehabilitation at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Hollywood Memorial Hospital and the VA Hospital. He has published manuscripts in peer reviewed plastic surgery journals and written book chapters for surgical texts. Located at the Consultorios Medicos Punta Pacifica Dr. Sigler helps people across the globe specializing in Age Management Medicine & Rejuvenology. His comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach includes Hormonal Therapy – Growth & Bio-identical, Men's Health – Andropause & Sexual Function, Women's Health – Menopause & Perimenopause, Health & Lifestyle Assessment – Nutrition & Exercises, Executive Health Evaluations, and a wealth of Rejuvenology aesthetic medical spa surgical procedures, all helping lead the art and science of appearance, health and performance enhancement. Dr. Sigler is Past Research Fellow for Cenegenics Education and Research Foundation (CERF).

Donna TozziDonna Tozzi, B.S.N., R.N.
Founder, Tozzi Institute of Aesthetic Medicine
With more than 12 years of experience as a cosmetic nurse in this exacting industry, she is highly knowledgeable in the latest techniques and best practices.

Has assisted some of the world’s most renowned specialists, including famed plastic surgeon Sherrell Aston, M.D., who caters to a celebrity base clientele on Park Avenue in NYC; acclaimed plastic surgeon Robert Cooper M.D., prominent cosmetic dermatologist; Ron Shelton, M.D., head of the New York Aesthetic Center in Manhattan; the prestigious Guylaine Lanctot Vein Cliniques; and Aesthetic Doctore in Milano, Italy.

Founder of the Tozzi Institute of Aesthetic Medicine and Skincare located in West Palm Beach, Florida, is highly regarded as one of the finest training institutes in the nation for healthcare professionals and aestheticians.

Robert D. Willix, Jr., M.D., FACSM
CEO, Cenegenics Medical Institute of Boca Raton
Dr. Robert D. Willix, Jr., is a former cardiac surgeon that has been practicing Integrative and Preventive Medicine in South Florida since 1981.   He is certified in Age Management Medicine and is now the Chief Executive Officer of Cenegenics Medical Institute of Boca Raton.  Dr. Willix has been a guest lecturer at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Department of Integrative Medicine since 2000.  He has authored four books on topics related to Preventive and Integrative Medicine.  His most recent book, “Age PROOFING: 7 Simple Steps to Super Vitality at Any Age” discusses his philosophy on exercise, meditation, nutrition, and neutraceuticals in the prevention of disease and slowing the aging process.

Samuel H. Wurster, M.D., M.S.
Managing Member, Executive Health & Wellness
Managing Member, MediSpa Marketing Management

Samuel H. Wurster graduated in 1985 with honors from Creighton University. He then became the fourth physician in his family to attend the University of Kansas School of Medicine. During his five years as a resident/instructor in general surgery, Dr. Wurster pursued an additional year of dedicated research and was awarded the degree Master of Science in Surgery by the College of Human Medicine at Michigan State University. He then completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the prestigious Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. An innovator in his field, Dr. Wurster is a highly sought after lecturer/instructor for other physicians and health care professionals on the subjects of minimally invasive surgery, Botox®, injectable fillers, mesotherapy and wellness medicine.

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