Team behind the
Aesthetic Magazine
The editors, designers, and strategists behind The Aesthetics Magazine.
Meet the teamManagement
Nicole McBride
- Editor
Maeve O’Hanlon
- Sales Associate
Columnists
Amanda Cameron
- Consultant and ColumnistAs one of the first aesthetic nurses and trainers to witness – and shape – the growth of the industry, Amanda Cameron is widely regarded as a pioneer in medical aesthetics.
Amanda has spent more than 35 years working across the UK and European medical aesthetics sector. She began her career in nursing, transitioning into aesthetics during its infancy, where she became one of the UK’s first and leading nurse injector trainers in dermal fillers. After studying for her MBA, she expanded her expertise into sales, marketing and senior management.
Amanda worked with Collagen Corporation to launch dermal fillers, later becoming European Vice President before the company was acquired by Inamed (now Allergan Aesthetics). She played a pivotal role in bringing Sculptra to the European market and her influence has been felt across the specialty through senior leadership roles and by supporting the European expansion of emerging aesthetics companies.
Following her clinical and training career, Amanda became Consultant Editor of The Aesthetics Journal and contributed to developing the clinical programme for the ACE conference as well as initiating the aesthetic awards. She co-founded 5 Squirrels Ltd in 2014 and remained with the company until 2021.
Amanda now joins The Aesthetics Magazine as a consultant and columnist, where she will help guide the editorial journey of the publication as the aesthetics industry moves into a new age.
Dr Julie-Ann Rodgers
- Columnist - DermatologistDr Julie Ann Rodgers is a Specialty Doctor in Dermatology within the NHS and the Founder and Clinical Lead of The Skin Medic (NI).
Her private practice focuses on skin health, ageing, and aesthetic treatments, with an emphasis on evidence-based care, patient safety, and natural, balanced results.
Qual: MB BCh BAO, BSc (hons) PG Cert Derm.
Brendan Molloy
- Columnist - Business consultantEntrepreneur, CEO, and founder of South William Clinic & Spa, Skin Emporio, Molloy Aesthetics, and Cryotherapy Ireland, Brendan Molloy is a leader in the aesthetics and wellness sector. His business interests span advanced skincare, laser treatments, aesthetics, and cryotherapy. An MBA graduate of Trinity College Dublin, Brendan brings extensive corporate experience across business management, marketing, sales, and digital strategy. He is a skilled relationship builder and sales strategist with a proven track record across SMEs and enterprise clients. Passionate about innovation, he stays at the forefront of e-commerce and digital trends, continuously exploring creative ways to drive growth and build impactful business ventures.
Mary Keltai
- Columnist and Advisory Board MemberA dynamic pharmaceutical professional, this practising prescribing pharmacist and territory leader brings energy, initiative, and a strong results-driven mindset. With experience across medical skincare, equipment, pharmaceutical assay products, and international banking services, they offer a unique, cross-sector perspective. Their expertise spans patient consultations, treatment planning, healthcare professional training, account development, and programme deployment. A natural motivator and mentor, they excel in organisational leadership and consultative selling. Skilled in clinical processes and medicines management, they communicate effectively and deliver impactful results. Fluent in Spanish, they are committed to driving growth, building relationships, and advancing high-quality patient care.
Liz McKeon
- Business consultant and columnistLiz McKeon is a respected consultant in the beauty and wellness industry, specialising in training, coaching, and practical guidance for entrepreneurs and business owners. She supports salon and spa professionals in starting and growing successful businesses, helping them reach their full potential. Liz is the creator of the “Beauty Business Success Circle,” an interactive online course designed to improve profitability and performance. Through expert insights on recruitment, client attraction, and retention, she delivers real-world strategies. Her programme also includes webinars and workbooks, offering valuable resources that empower business owners to build stronger, more sustainable, and thriving operations.
Susan Oakes
- ColumnistSusan Oakes, RN, is a compassionate and highly skilled registered nurse dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. With a strong clinical background and a patient-first mindset, Susan is known for her ability to combine technical expertise with genuine empathy, ensuring each individual feels respected, supported, and understood.
Over the course of her career, Susan has worked in diverse healthcare environments, where she has developed a reputation for her professionalism, attention to detail, and calm, reassuring presence. She is particularly valued for her strong communication skills, helping patients and their families navigate complex medical situations with clarity and confidence.
Professor Patrick Treacy
- Columnist and Advisory Board MemberProfessor Patrick Treacy is an internationally recognised figure in aesthetic medicine, with a background in clinical practice, research, and education. He has contributed widely to the development of modern aesthetic techniques and continues to support the industry through teaching, speaking engagements, and advisory roles. His work reflects a strong focus on safety, innovation, and ongoing professional development.
Dr Peter Murphy
- Columnist and Advisory Board MemberDr Peter Murphy is a respected aesthetic practitioner with extensive experience in non-surgical treatments and patient care. He is known for his clinical approach, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining high standards across the industry. Alongside his work in practice, Dr Murphy contributes regularly to professional discussion through his writing and role on the advisory board.
Claudia McGloin
- Columnist - The Regenerative EditClaudia McGloin is a dedicated and compassionate nurse known for her unwavering commitment to patient care and wellbeing. With a strong foundation in clinical practice, she brings both professionalism and empathy to every aspect of her work. Claudia has experience across a range of healthcare settings, where she has developed a reputation for her calm demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to support patients and families during challenging times.
Driven by a genuine passion for helping others, Claudia prioritizes patient-centered care, ensuring dignity, respect, and clear communication remain at the heart of her approach. She is also committed to continuous learning, staying up to date with best practices to provide the highest standard of care.
Colleagues value Claudia for her teamwork, reliability, and positive attitude, while patients appreciate her kindness and reassurance. Her dedication to nursing reflects not just a career choice, but a deep-rooted vocation to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Professor Nicola Ralph
- Columnist and Advisory Board MemberProfessor Nicola Ralph is a Consultant Dermatologist on the Specialist Register for Dermatology in Ireland and an honours graduate of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. She began her dermatology training at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, where she developed a specialist interest in photodermatology. This led to her current MD research as Principal Investigator in a major European multicentre study on photopatch testing, ongoing since 2015. She was appointed Consultant Dermatologist at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital in 2014 and also practices at the Mater Private Hospital and Blackrock Clinic. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor at University College Dublin.
Mr Jack Woods
- Columnist and Advisory Board MemberMr. Woods is a Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at St Vincent’s University Hospital, appointed in 2024. He holds MA (Oxon), MB, MCh, MSc, FEBHS, and FRCS (Plast), and is a graduate of both Oxford University and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, where he achieved First Class Honours in Medicine. He completed higher surgical training in Ireland, earning Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons and the European Board of Hand Surgery, and received the JJ Fitzsimons Gold Medal in Surgery.
He has undertaken prestigious international fellowships in microsurgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, skin cancer and head and neck surgery at Oxford University Hospitals, and aesthetic surgery at the Cadogan Clinic in London. His clinical expertise spans microsurgery, skin cancer, aesthetic, breast, hand, and head and neck surgery.
Mr. Woods is widely published, with over 25 peer-reviewed papers and multiple textbook contributions, and has secured competitive research and innovation funding. He is actively involved in surgical education, service development, and clinical research, with leadership roles in national and institutional initiatives. He is a member of leading international surgical associations and is committed to advancing evidence-based, patient-centred care across reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery.
Dr Linda Simpson
- Columnist
Dr. Jayne Vaughan
-Dr. Jayne Vaughan is an aesthetic practitioner with a specialist focus on dermal fillers and regenerative medicine. With a deep understanding of facial anatomy and decades of clinical experience, she is known for delivering natural, refined while prioritising patient safety and long-term skin health.
She is the co-owner of Fresh Aesthetics, an award-winning, medically led Skin and Aesthetics Clinic based in County Armagh. Dr. Vaughan runs the clinic alongside her husband, Dr. Brian Vaughan. Together, they lead the practice with a shared vision that combines advanced medical expertise, ethical treatment planning, and genuinely personalised care.
Dr. Vaughan is deeply committed to ongoing education and excellence in practice, continually evolving her skills to remain at the forefront of modern aesthetic and regenerative medicine.
Dr Grianne Ryan
- Columnist and Medical Advisory Board MemberDr. Gráinne Ryan is a highly regarded aesthetic doctor and dental surgeon based in Killarney, Co. Kerry, blending over a decade of clinical healthcare experience with specialist postgraduate training in medical aesthetics, including comprehensive study at Harley Academy London. She qualified as a dental surgeon from University College Cork and combines her deep anatomical expertise with a subtle, patient centred approach to deliver natural, confidence enhancing results in injectables, dermal fillers, skin boosters and facial rejuvenation.
Passionate about ongoing learning, patient safety and honest communication, Dr Ryan has earned recognition for her integrity and excellence in aesthetic practice and also serves as a Clinical Trainer for Laboratories FILLMED in the Republic of Ireland, helping educate practitioners in safe, evidence based techniques. In 2024 she was named Best Aesthetics Doctor in Munster at the HiStyle Awards, underscoring her commitment to high standards and exceptional patient care.
Emma Heaney
- Medical Advisory Board MemberEmma Heaney is a multi-award-winning Aesthetic Nurse, Independent Nurse Prescriber, and Clinical Director with over 30 years of nursing experience and more than 13 years at the forefront of aesthetic medicine.
As Founder and Medical Director of the award-winning Elite Aesthetic Clinic, she is known for uncompromising clinical excellence, patient safety, and innovation in regenerative aesthetics.
A highly respected trainer, international speaker, and Key Opinion Leader for DermapenWorld Ireland, Emma also serves as BAMAN Regional Lead for Northern Ireland and is widely recognised as an aesthetic judge and host of the Local Women Aesthetic Podcast, shaping best practice and standards across the industry.
Professor Caitriona Ryan
- Columnist and Medical Advisory Board memberProfessor Caitriona Ryan is a Consultant Dermatologist at the Institute of Dermatologists and Clinical Professor at University College Dublin. She is a co-founder of the Institute of Dermatologists, the Surgical Institute Dublin, and ID Formulas, a pioneering longevity supplement focused on biological aging. A first-class honours graduate of UCD, she completed advanced dermatology training in Dublin and a residency and research fellowship in Dallas, Texas, where she held senior academic roles. She has authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications, including in JAMA and The Lancet, and is a principal investigator in major clinical trials. An award-winning clinician and educator, she specialises in medical and cosmetic dermatology, psoriasis, and skin cancer, and is widely recognised internationally for her leadership and innovation in dermatology and longevity science.
Patricia Molloy
- Medical Advisory Board Member and ColumnistPatricia Molloy is one of Ireland’s most trusted and influential voices in medical aesthetics—an Irish registered general nurse and the founder of The DermaClinic, established in 1999 as Ireland’s first clinic dedicated to laser and advanced aesthetic treatments and now a multi-award-winning leader in the field.
A pioneer beyond the clinic walls, she is a founder and former chairperson of the Dermatology Aesthetic Nurses Association Ireland (DANAI), helping to raise national standards in aesthetic nursing, and a sought-after trainer and key opinion leader for international aesthetics organisations.
Frequently featured on Irish TV and radio, Patricia is widely recognised for her expertise, leadership, and authority in aesthetic medicine and skin health.
Dr Cormac Lynch
- ColumnistDr. Cormac Lynch is a highly respected dentist, and aesthetic practitioner known for his expertise, professionalism, and patient-focused approach to healthcare. With extensive training and experience in his field, he has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality medical care grounded in both clinical excellence and genuine compassion.
Throughout his career, Dr. Lynch has worked across a variety of healthcare settings, where he has demonstrated a commitment to improving patient outcomes and advancing best practices.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Lynch is dedicated to ongoing professional development, ensuring he remains at the forefront of modern medicine. He is also known for his collaborative approach, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and effective treatment plans.
Dr Linda Simpson
- ColumnistDr Linda is a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist doctor and been practising medical aesthetics for 10 years. She is the founder of Fine Line Clinical, a doctor-led medical aesthetics clinic established in 2016.
With a background in medicine, surgery and women’s health, Dr Linda brings a uniquely holistic perspective to skin health, understanding how hormonal changes, lifestyle and overall wellbeing influence the skin throughout a woman’s life.
Through her work at Fine Line Clinical, she combines medical expertise with evidence-based aesthetic treatments to help patients achieve natural, healthy results while maintaining authenticity and confidence. She has a particular interest in the impact of menopause on the skin and is passionate about educating women on the science behind these changes and the treatments and skincare approaches that can support skin health during this stage of life.
Alongside her clinical work, Dr Linda is committed to patient education and empowering women with knowledge, helping them make informed decisions about their health, skin and wellbeing.Dr Linda, BSc (Hons), MSc, MBChB, MRCOG, PGCert (Entrepreneurship), PGCert (Medical Education)
Lisa Waring
- Medical and business columnist
Tanya Khan
- Nurse prescriber and columnist
Aine Larkin RN
- Clinical advisory board member and columnistÁine Larkin is a distinguished advanced nurse prescriber and clinical lead at Unique Aesthetics Clinics in Northern Ireland, with more than two decades of experience in the medical aesthetics industry.
This year, Áine was honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the Local Woman Business Awards, recognising her unwavering commitment and leadership in a sector that remains largely unregulated.
As the co-founder of MAP-IQ, an online educational platform, she directs and mentors training in clinical injectables. In addition, she is a faculty member with pharma group Merz Aesthetics UK&I, where she imparts knowledge on injectable treatments to healthcare professionals.
Áine takes immense pride in her evolving role in advancing governance and professional practices within the industry.
Dr Uliana Gout
- Clinical advisory board and columnistDr Uliana Gout is a globally acclaimed, multi-award-winning authority in aesthetic and regenerative medicine, renowned for delivering natural, elegant results with scienti!c precision and absolute discretion.
Known as “The Wrinkle Doctor,” she operates at the highest level of cosmetic innovation, shaping industry-de!ning techniques through her pioneering Dr Gout Method—a multi-modal approach treating every anatomical layer using advanced injectables, regenerative molecules, energy-based devices, and her signature LAM Facial Collection.
Past President of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine, Scienti!c Director of FACE Congress, and Course Director of AMWC Monaco, her clientele spans royalty, CEOs, and red-carpet icons.
With the launch of her LAM Regenerative 5-in-1 Protocol in 2025, Dr Gout de!nes SkinGevity—the future of aesthetic longevity—where quiet luxury meets clinically proven, uncompromising results.
Commercial
Maeve O’Hanlon
- Sales Associate
Consultant and Columnist
Amanda Cameron
- Consultant and ColumnistAs one of the first aesthetic nurses and trainers to witness – and shape – the growth of the industry, Amanda Cameron is widely regarded as a pioneer in medical aesthetics.
Amanda has spent more than 35 years working across the UK and European medical aesthetics sector. She began her career in nursing, transitioning into aesthetics during its infancy, where she became one of the UK’s first and leading nurse injector trainers in dermal fillers. After studying for her MBA, she expanded her expertise into sales, marketing and senior management.
Amanda worked with Collagen Corporation to launch dermal fillers, later becoming European Vice President before the company was acquired by Inamed (now Allergan Aesthetics). She played a pivotal role in bringing Sculptra to the European market and her influence has been felt across the specialty through senior leadership roles and by supporting the European expansion of emerging aesthetics companies.
Following her clinical and training career, Amanda became Consultant Editor of The Aesthetics Journal and contributed to developing the clinical programme for the ACE conference as well as initiating the aesthetic awards. She co-founded 5 Squirrels Ltd in 2014 and remained with the company until 2021.
Amanda now joins The Aesthetics Magazine as a consultant and columnist, where she will help guide the editorial journey of the publication as the aesthetics industry moves into a new age.
Editor
Nicole McBride
- Editor