Inside Aesthetics Ep 289 The Injector Diaries (Chapter 26) | Dr Dean Berman
Episode 289 hosts Dr Dean Berman (Global Medical Director of Alma lasers based in Vienna, Austria)
Dean joins us in the 26th chapter of our series called 'The Injector Diaries'. These episodes feature in depth conversations, stories and experiences from injectors around the globe.
Each injector brings their own unique take on things and we showcase every level of type of injector, from newbies to masters. We'll explore how and why they chose to inject, why they favour using certain products, look under the hoods of their clinics and aim to inspire our injector listeners.
Dean discusses his background, his journey from Israel to Vienna, and milestones in his professional career including roles at Merz, Croma, Galderma and now Alma. He shares his expertise into the dynamics of being a teacher and Medical director, the importance of medical education and pharmacological compliance. He also highlights the importance of maintaining passion and ethical standards in aesthetic medicine.
00:00 Introduction 00:44 Meeting Dean Berman 02:25 Dean's Background and Journey into Aesthetics 04:17 Early Life and Family Influences 06:40 Transition from Oncology to Aesthetics 14:24 Challenges and Rewards in Aesthetic Medicine 19:10 Consultation Process and Patient Interaction 24:42 Dean's Career Path and Roles in Aesthetic Companies 31:39 The Role of a Medical Director 40:36 Mentorship and Continuous Learning 45:33 Medical Compliance and On-Label vs. Off-Label Use 49:39 Global Collaborations and Testing New Modalities 50:33 Balancing Roles: Injector and Medical Director 50:56 Challenges in Medical Product Evaluation 52:24 Improving Medical Education and Real-World Practices 54:31 Curiosity and Continuous Learning in Medicine 55:05 Common Mistakes by Junior Injectors 57:48 Expanding Aesthetic Medicine: Body Fillers 01:09:02 The Future of Hyaluronic Acid and Biostimulators 01:12:02 Integrating Wellness and Internal Health in Aesthetics 01:21:35 The Role of Long-Acting Toxins in Aesthetic Treatments 01:26:10 Emerging Technologies and Future Trends 01:29:42 Lessons from Mistakes and Finding Balance 01:37:12 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts