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AMWC Aesthetic Disruptors

A big thank you to the 21 finalists who presented their innovations to the AMWC audience during the congress—and congratulations to the 4 winners announced at the AMWC Awards Ceremony!
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Surgical & Translational Research

Sebastian
P. NISCHWITZ

Austria

The Art of Empathy: Elevating Aesthetics through Emotional Intelligence
 

 
 
Dermatology

Alena
ROESSLE

Germany

Objectification of Skin Firmness: In Vivo Evaluation of 300 Women in Relation to Age
 



Safety

Caroline
WILDE

United Kingdom

The Post Hyaluronidase Syndrome

 

 



Tech 5.0

Hasan
BUYUKDOGAN

Turkey

Comparative Analysis of a Novel AI Language Model, Oxkair, versus ChatGPT-4.0 and FDA Guidelines in Patient Education

What is the AMWC Aesthetic Disruptors?

The AMWC Aesthetic Disruptors is an initiative that highlights the next generation of aesthetic medicine professionals, giving them a platform to present their innovative work to the AMWC audience.

Who should apply for the AMWC Aesthetic Disruptors?

Applicants should have less than 10 years of professional experience after completing their education or be current residents in training. Eligibility documents will be required upon application.

How to apply?

Click the button below to submit an abstract or detailed description of your innovative project for the selection committee's evaluation.

You'll also need to upload a 2-minute video presentation in English, introducing yourself, your degree, and your groundbreaking project. Highlight its unique features and impact, and, if relevant, mention your project mentor

Finalists' prizes

AMWC
Faculty pass

€500
travel grant

Certificate
for finalists

Presentation
of the project
at AMWC

Winners' prizes

AMWC
Faculty pass

€1,000
travel grant

AMWC 2026 pass

Gala dinner
invitation

Prime Journal
exposure

Social media
coverage

Engraved trophy

Selection criteria:

Relevance

This work holds relevance in the field of Medical Aesthetics and Anti-Aging.

Coherence

The research aligns with the specific problem the presenter aims to solve.

Effectiveness

The study can achieve its objectives based on relevant scientific data.

Originality

This work is original and explores new ideas in Medical Aesthetics.

Evidence-based

This work is done on the basis of the most up-to-date, scientific evidence.

Selection Committee

Dr. Hema Sundaram

Dermatologist, US

Dr. Henry Delmar

Plastic Surgeon, France

Dr. Philippe Kestemont

Facial Plastic Surgeon, France

Dr. Leonardo Marini

Dermatologist, Italy

Dr. Philippe Berros

Oculoplastic Surgeon, Monaco

Assoc. Prof. Naci Celik

Plastic Surgeon, Turkey

Dr. Tom Decates

Aesthetic Physician, Netherlands

Dr. Jonathan Kadouch

Dermatologist, Netherlands

Dr. Stefania de Fazio

Plastic Surgeon, Italy

Dr. Benoit Hendrickx 

Plastic Surgeon, Belgium

Dr. Klaus Hoffman

Dermatologist, Germany

Dr. Steve Yoelin

Oculoplastic Surgeon, USA

Dr. Lorenzo Garagnani

Hand Surgeon, UK

Prof Martina Kerscher

Dermatologist, Germany

Prof Dalvi Humzah

Plastic Surgeon, UK

Dr. David K. Funt

Plastic Surgery, USA

Dr. Thomas Rappl

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, Austria