Dr Ravi Jain - Cosmetic Physician & International Vaser Trainer
Dr Jain’s expertise and ethical approach to all of the treatments he provides, has resulted in being highly sought after not only by patients but also by several of the aesthetic pharmacological & device companies.
In 2007 he was invited to join the medical advisory board for Sculptra (Sanofi-Aventis) and has been an active trainer and board member since then. He was responsible for developing the current training guidelines for new practitioners wishing to introduce Sculptra into their practice.
Dr Jain has also been recognised as a key opinion leader for Galderma UK (who distrubute Azzalure, Botulinum toxin & Emervel, dermal filler), QMED (Restylane) and Allergan (Botox & Juvederm Ultra).
Due to his excellent results and extensive experience, Sound Surgical Technologies (Vaser) called upon Dr Jain to develop a European wide VASER training programme for all doctors wishing to introduce VASER into their practice. As a result, Dr Jain now trains new Vaser doctors in UK and Europe. Riverbanks Clinic is often used by Sound Surgical Technologies as a show centre for doctors, as they feel that Dr Jain’s facilities set high standards for a VASER environment and doctors often travel from around the world. In 2011, Dr Alfredo Hoyos, the innovator of Vaser High Definition Liposculpture, invited Dr Jain to the faculty of The Interntional Centre of Artistic Body Sculpting (IC:ABS), and appointed Riverbanks as the only centre in the world to school the Dynamx Basic & Advanced Vaser training courses for doctors.
Dr Jain’s passion for excellence extends developing the speciality of aesthetic medicine and as such he is a faculty member for the Masters degree in Cosmetic Medicine at Greenwich University. In 2011, he was invited to become the President for The Society of Cosmetic Physicians and Surgeons.
Dr Jain continues to work extensively with the media, being featured in Elle, The Daily Mail, The Mirror, The Daily Express, Company Magazine, Top Sante, Red, Glamour, BBC Radio, Living TV, Channel 4’s “Embarrassing Bodies”, Best Magazine, Woman’s Own, Slim at Home, Saga and MSN Style.
Dr Becky Bols - Cosmetic Physician
Dr Bols qualified from Aberdeen Medical School in 1991 and joined Riverbanks in May 2011. She has been a Principal in General Practice in Stevenage, Hertfordshire since 1996 and started work in Aesthetics almost 10 years ago so provides our patients with a wealth of knowledge alongside skilled techniques learnt from her experience in this area.
She completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology in 2008 and a Post Graduate Certificate in Non Invasive Aesthetic Techniques in 2011 from Barts and The Royal London School of Medicine. She is fully GMC registered 3561386. Dr Bols offers injectable treatments as well as Dermaroller and Rioblush treatments.
She is particularly known for her excellent results with Lip enhancements. Dr Bols operates her clinics every Wednesday afternoon at Riverbanks, Harpenden.
Dr Ana Gout - Cosmetic Physician
Dr Ana Gout joined the Riverbanks team in August 2011 to share her enthusiasm and passion for Cosmetic Dermatology. Ana gained her medical qualifications at University of London and has had vast exposure to both surgical and medical arenas within the NHS, whilst furthering her personal interest in Cosmetic Dermatology.
Ana is a keen believer in sharing her knowledge and empowering her clients during treatments and has developed a reputation for her honest and trusted approach combined with a gentle technique. Ana attends and presents at numerous Anti-Ageing Congresses around the world in order to be able to offer the latest advanced treatment techniques, and moreover loves to share and discuss the latest developments with her patients. She is a member of MDU, British Medical Association, British Association of Cosmetic Dermatology and Associate Member of the European Society of Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology. GMC Registration: 7020394. Dr Gout excels at all injectable based treatments as well as Dermaroller and Rioblush treatments which sheoffers in monthly Saturday clinics.
Dr Rik Rogers - Hair Transplant Surgeon
Dr Richard Rogers is a true hair transplant surgery specialist. He started performing hair transplants in 1996, and has an excellent worldwide reputation for hair transplant surgery since then. He has performed more than 4000 hair transplant procedures and as a result has great experience and expertise in the hair transplantation speciality. Dr Rogers is fully registered with the GMC as a GP.
He is also a member of a number of societies including The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery The European Society of Hair Restoration Surgeons , Past Vice President of the British Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons, Founding Member of the Trichological Society , Past Member of the Institute of Trichologists , Founding Member of the British & Irish Hair Transplant Society.
Dr Rogers has appeared in many media, as a hair transplant expert specialist including: BBC1, BBC2, Channel 4, Bravo, Channel 5 , Radio 1, Radio 5 Live, Worcester BBC radio, Sunday Times, The Telegraph, The Mail, The Mirror.
Dr Rogers is also a hair transplant patient himself and fully understands how it can affect confidence, having had hair loss since the young age of 18 years. He understands the trepidation that patients can feel, when undergoing their first hair transplant procedure. Having taken Finasteride very successfully for 13 years, Dr Rogers had his own hair transplant.
Mr Paul Hayes - Consultant Vascular Surgeon
Mr Paul Hayes BSc MBChB MD FRCS is a consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon who's main practice is at Addenbrooke's Hospital Cambridge and Hinchingbrooke Hospital, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. He specialises in the management of arterial and venous disease, receiving referrals from other Vascular Surgeons across the Anglia region. As well as his busy NHS clinical work, he is also actively involved in improving healthcare through his award winning research. He has over 100 publications including book chapters and articles in leading journals such as The Lancet. He is also on the Editorial Board of an International Journal specialising in the management of vascular disease. His GMC No: 4003980
Mr Hayes is a current member of the Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland, the European Vascular Society, the fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and the British Society of Endovascular Therapists.
Bethany Poulton - Medical Aesthetician
Bethany joined the Riverbanks team in January 2011 and has settled in extremely quickly. She brings with her a fresh enthusiasm and passion for treatments, always aiming to excel at whatever she does. Her enthusastic manner is extremely welcomed by her patients and she has developed a loyal customer base extremely quickly. Bethany is experienced in the full Priori & Vitage skin care ranges, Soprano XL Painless laser hair removal and Diamondtome Microdermabrasions. Bethany also performs the CARE system of aftercare following Vaser Lipo and Vaser Hi Def.
Fortunata Oleszkiewcz- Medical Aesthetician
Fortunata joined the Riverbanks team in August 2011 after a winning a national beauty therapist competition. She is extremely knowledgeable and confident with her treatments, while maintaining a friendly manner typical of the Riverbanks Experience. She is experienced in the full Priori & Vitage skin care ranges, Soprano XL Painless laser hair removal and Diamondtome Microdermabrasions & Facial rejuvenation with IPL. Fortunata also performs the CARE system of aftercare following Vaser Lipo and Vaser Hi Def.
Annalisa Phillips - Medical Aesthetician & Semi Permanent Makeup specialist
Annalisa joined the Riverbanks Team in 2010 and brings with her many years of experience in skin care, having her own successful business. Her main interest lies in semipermanent makeup and she is also confident in all aspects of skin care. Annalisa visits Riverbanks every Wednesday.