I have been a specialist GP for 30 years, working as a surgical assistant to a busy Sydney Plastic Surgeon during that time. Ever since I began my career in general practice, I have always wanted to provide my patients with the best possible outcomes and have therefore strived to constantly improve my skills and knowledge with further education. I have adopted the same approach in my cosmetic career too, so now I have a wide range of diplomas and certificates in obstetrics, gynaecology, sports medicine – and aesthetics.

Growing my treatment offering

However, I know that skills and knowledge are not enough to give my medical or cosmetic patients the results they want/need – the right tools and equipment are essential in both fields. I have seen the difference that advanced technology can make to patients’ lives, in general and cosmetic medicine, many times so I am always excited about new innovations.

Today I offer a wide range of advanced non-surgical aesthetic treatments at the clinic including injectables, thread lifts, HIFU, Tixel, PRP, Venus Tribella and IPL. I am however still always on the lookout for new treatments to meet the growing demands of today’s aesthetic patients, and recently added Venus Bliss treatments to the clinic’s menu. Early last year I became aware of the Venus Bliss body contouring device, and after researching it, decided that it would be a great adjunct to the clinic’s fat loss treatments.

Body contouring that works

The Bliss is a ‘2-in-1’ device that reduces fat on the abdomen and flanks as well as cellulite around the abdomen, buttocks and thighs. The fat reduction treatment, and the skin tightening/cellulite reduction treatment can be completed in the same session, or separately. The laser heats the water around the fat cells which then heats the fat and ultimately destroys it. It is remarkably comfortable with patients saying they only feel a warm and tingling sensation. A single treatment takes only 25 minutes and can be repeated four weeks later. The number of sessions is determined by the amount of body contouring the patient wants. We find that one to three sessions is ideal. Results are seen from four to six weeks and accelerated with the addition of weekly MP2 RF (multipolar pulsed magnetic and radio frequency) massage treatments to the targeted area.

Obviously, a Venus Bliss treatment won’t help obese patients lose large amounts of weight, but it is ideal for patients who have pockets of excess body fat that they want to get rid of and those who want to tighten their skin or reduce their cellulite. During their time with us,
we continue to consult to assist in weight loss and lifestyle changes to ensure the best aesthetic and medical outcomes. In order to achieve great results quickly and to maintain them in the long term I like to look at the whole patient not just the bulge.

Making a difference

I think the Bliss, which has already proven its effectiveness and gained FDA approval, will make a big difference to such patients as they often can’t achieve the body-contouring results they want without extreme diet and exercise or surgery. Seeing the positive change in my patients both inside and out is what motivates me. It is wonderful to be able to at offer a body contouring treatment option that really works and is safe and comfortable too. I have already received very positive feedback from our first Bliss patients so I’m really looking forward to offering even more treatments this year. Venus Concept has been fantastic to deal with, and most importantly, the rep is always available; I receive great support.