Priv. Doz. Dr. Dr. Alexander Raguse ist Chefarzt der Abteilung für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie sowie plastische Operationen an der Fachklinik Hornheide in Münster. Zuvor war er leitender Oberarzt und stellvertretender Direktor an der Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin. Seit 2004 ist er Facharzt für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie und seit 2008 FEBOMFS-zertifiziert. Er besitzt Zusatzqualifikationen in plastischer Chirurgie, Oralchirurgie und Strahlenschutz. Seine akademische Laufbahn umfasst eine Habilitation zu Therapien bei Plattenepithelkarzinomen der Mundhöhle sowie Promotionen in Medizin und Zahnmedizin. Er ist Mitglied und Vorstandsmitglied mehrerer Fachgesellschaften, darunter die Deutsche Gesellschaft für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie und das Deutsch-Österreichisch-Schweizerische Tumorarbeitskreis.
Faculty
2026
The FACE.COLOGNE Faculty brings together an exceptional group of physicians who bridge the worlds of aesthetics and medicine with equal depth and integrity.
Each of them combines precision with an artistic understanding of form and proportion: uniting science, anatomy, and aesthetics into one coherent philosophy of facial medicine.
Their expertise transcends disciplines and continents, creating a dialogue between reconstructive and aesthetic approaches that few platforms in Europe achieve.
To learn from them is not simply to refine technique, but to understand the face as a living balance between function, harmony, and expression.
Prof. Anja Eckstein
Ophthalmologist
Essen, Germany
Prof. Anja Eckstein is a Professor at the University Eye Hospital Essen, where she heads the Orbital Center as well as the departments of Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Strabismology, and Neuro-ophthalmology. She is a member of the Executive Committee of EUGOGO (European Group on Graves’ Orbitopathy) and formerly served as President of the German Society of Strabismus, Neuro-ophthalmology, and Pediatric Ophthalmology.
Her main research focuses on thyroid eye disease (TED), both in clinical settings and through basic research using in vivo and in vitro models. In addition, she conducts clinical research on other orbital inflammatory conditions such as idiopathic orbital inflammation (IOI), IgG4-related disease, and other specific orbital inflammations. Another area of expertise is strabismus (squint) surgery in patients with TED.
Prof. Dr. Dimitra Kotsougiani-Fischer
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon
Mannheim, Germany
Prof. Dr. Dimitra Kotsougiani-Fischer, specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, has been practicing in Mannheim, Heidelberg, and Karlsruhe since 2020, with a focus on facial and breast surgery. Formerly a senior consultant at the Burn and Plastic Surgery Center of BG Clinic Ludwigshafen, University of Heidelberg, she also conducted DFG-funded research at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and completed an aesthetic surgery fellowship in Vienna. On February 1, 2022, she was awarded the title of Adjunct Professor (außerplanmäßige Professorin) by Heidelberg University.
She has authored over 50 scientific publications, serves as a reviewer for international journals, and represents the German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (DGPRĂ„C) in the International Women Plastic Surgeons Forum of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Theodora Mantzourani
Private General Practitioner
London, United Kingdom
Dr. Theodora Mantzourani is an experienced GP (NHS & private) with postgraduate training in Nutritional Medicine, Endocrinology, and Dermatology. She lectures internationally and teaches Functional Medicine at Dresden International University.
A Fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), she focuses on prevention and the root causes of chronic disease.
Her specialties include Functional Endocrinology, Bioidentical Hormone Therapy, weight management, and anti-aging.
Dr. Nuria Pfeiffer
Ophthalmologist
Munich, Germany
Dr. Nuria Pfeiffer Vicens is a specialist in ophthalmology with a focus on aesthetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery. She combines medical expertise with minimally invasive facial rejuvenation techniques such as botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid.
She holds a PhD in Vision Sciences and has extensive experience in eyelid malpositions, tumors, and upper/lower eyelid blepharoplasty. She is Deputy Director of the Lid Clinic at Pfeiffersche Augenklinik and President of the Lidclinic Pfeiffersche Brille fĂĽr die Welt Foundation.
Dr. Pfeiffer Vicens is a published author, award-winning researcher, and frequent speaker at international conferences. She is a member of SECPOO and the German Society of Ophthalmology (DOG).
Dr. Lidia Poppe
Dermatologist
Bad Kissingen, Germany
Dr. Lidia Poppe is a dermatologist in private practice in Bad Kissingen, Germany. She studied medicine in Brazil, Berlin, and MĂĽnster, and gained international experience at Royal Perth Hospital in Australia. She completed her dermatology training and doctorate at the University Clinic in WĂĽrzburg, focusing on melanocytes in skin tumors.
An expert in laser and aesthetic dermatology, she has led workshops since 2016 and serves as an examiner for NiSV laser certification (BAGA Academy). She is committed to diversity in dermatology, especially in laser treatments for skin of color, and is currently pursuing the Diploma in Aesthetic Laser Medicine (DALM) at the University of Greifswald.
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Prof. Dr. Bettina Wabbels
Ophthalmologist
Bonn, Germany
Prof. Bettina K. Wabbels is Professor of Ophthalmology and Head of the Section for Orthoptics, Neuro- and Pediatric Ophthalmology at the University of Bonn. Her clinical and academic work focuses on neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology, and optic nerve disorders. She has published extensively on intracranial pressure diagnostics, visual pathway imaging, and neuro-ocular biomarkers. Through her interdisciplinary research and commitment to evidence-based patient care, Prof. Wabbels has become a leading voice in advancing the scientific understanding and clinical practice of ophthalmology.
Dr. Elisângela Wenzel
Board-certified dermatologist and venereologist
DĂĽsseldorf, Germany
Dr. Elisângela Wenzel is a board certified dermatologist and venereologist specializing in aesthetic dermatology, laser medicine, and dermatologic surgery. She studied and earned her doctorate at Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, followed by international training at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, the Instituto Ivo Pitanguy in Rio de Janeiro, and hospitals in Switzerland. She also completed the Diploma in Aesthetic Laser Medicine (DALM) at the University of Greifswald. As founder of her private practice in Meerbusch, Dr. Wenzel combines advanced medical techniques with scientific precision and an aesthetic sense for natural, harmonious results.
Prof. Dr. Caroline Wilkinson
Forensic Anthropologist
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Caroline is Professor of Craniofacial Identification and Director of the Forensic Research Institute (FORRI) at Liverpool John Moores University. She is a chartered forensic anthropologist Level I (craniofacial specialism) by the Royal Anthropological Institute (RAI), an Accredited Senior Imaging Scientist (ASIS) and is an experienced forensic practitioner.
Caroline is currently Chair of the EU-funded COST Action for Migrant Disaster Victim Identification, a consortium created to enhance the identification of people who die trying to reach Europe from war torn or socioeconomically disrupted countries.
Caroline is also Director of Face Lab, a research group within FORRI that carries out forensic/archaeological research and consultancy work including craniofacial analysis, facial depiction and facial identification. Craniofacial analysis involves the depiction and identification of unknown bodies for forensic investigation or historical figures for archaeological interpretation. Face Lab research relates to facial identification, craniofacial reconstruction, preserved bodies and facial animation. Face Lab has depicted the faces of King Richard III, Robert the Bruce, Ramesses II and Cleopatra.
Caroline is Fellow of the RAI, the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE), the Anatomical Society and the Royal Photographic Society. She received the 2016 Combined Royal Colleges Medal for excellence in clinical imaging and the 2013 Royal Society Senior Medal for Public Engagement. The MDVI project received a Times Higher Education Award 2023 for Research Project of the Year; Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Dr. HĂĽseyin Aral
Ophthalmologist
Cologne, Germany
Dr. HĂĽseyin Aral is a specialist in ophthalmology with a focus on reconstructive and aesthetic eyelid surgery. He completed his medical studies in Bochum and Izmir and trained in general medicine and ophthalmology across Istanbul, Aachen, and Bonn. From 2002 to 2008, he was senior physician in plastic and reconstructive eyelid surgery at the Hospital of the Brothers of Mercy in Trier.
Since 2008, Dr. Aral has run his private practice LIDMED® in Cologne, specializing exclusively in eyelid surgery. He is founder and president of the German Society for Eyelid Surgery (DeGeLid) and a recognized training leader for the German Ophthalmological Society (DOG).
He actively conducts accredited training courses for medical professionals, tailored to individual needs and designed for both beginners and advanced surgeons.
Dr. Yates Yen-Yu Chao
Dermatologist
Taipei, Taiwan
Dr. Yates Yen-Yu Chao is a globally recognized expert in cosmetic dermatology with over 25 years of clinical experience. As Medical Director of the CHAO Institute of Aesthetic Medicine in Taipei, he trains physicians worldwide. Dr. Chao has pioneered innovative injection techniques and expanded the use of aesthetic devices and products, enhancing treatment safety, efficacy, and scientific basis. He serves on advisory boards for leading dermal filler, neuromodulator, medical device, and pharmaceutical brands. A sought-after lecturer and keynote speaker, his workshops and live demonstrations showcase his extensive clinical knowledge and artistic vision. Beyond medicine, Dr. Chao expresses his creativity through painting, calligraphy, and photography. He is also the author of bestselling textbooks on dermal fillers and aesthetic toxins, widely used by practitioners to refine their skills and elevate their practice.
Prof. Dr. Sebastian Fischer
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon
Mannheim, Germany
Prof. Dr. med. Sebastian Fischer has been practicing privately since 2020 in Mannheim, Heidelberg, and Karlsruhe. Previously, he was senior consultant at BG Clinic Ludwigshafen, University of Heidelberg, consultant at Akademikliniken Stockholm, and clinical fellow in the Facial Transplantation Program at Harvard Medical School, Boston. In 2019, he completed his habilitation at the University of Heidelberg on capsular fibrosis after silicone implants and has been an adjunct professor there since 2022.
Prof. Fischer has published over 100 scientific articles and book chapters and serves as editor and reviewer for several medical journals, focusing on plastic and aesthetic surgery.
Dr. Lonny Green
Surgeon
Richmond, Virgina, USA
Dr. Lonny Green is the Medical Director at Revee Medical Aesthetics in Richmond, VA. With over 20 years as a practicing surgeon, he transitioned from urologic surgery to medical aesthetics in 2020, focusing on natural, holistic facial treatments.
Dr. Green holds a BS from Stanford, an MD from UCLA, and an MBA from the University of Saint Thomas. He completed general surgery training and the Harvard Urology Program. As a National Trainer for Allergan Medical Institute, he shares his expertise widely.
Residing in Richmond with his family, Dr. Green is passionate about helping patients enhance their natural beauty. He is board-certified in Urology and affiliated with several local hospitals.Â
Dr. Todd Hanna
Maxillofacial and Head and Neck Surgeon
New York, USA
Dr. Steven Harris
Aesthetic Medicine
London, United Kingdom
Dr. Steven Harris, MBBCh, MSc is an experienced practitioner and thought leader in the field of Aesthetic Medicine, with over two decades of clinical practice. He is the Director of a very aesthetic clinic in central London, where his work is distinguished by a strong integration of anatomical precision and artistic sensibility.
Dr. Harris is actively engaged in research related to soft tissue filler behaviour, ultrasound-guided injection techniques, and anatomical safety in aesthetic procedures. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and contributes to the academic discourse on best practices in non-surgical facial enhancement. His original Nonsurgical Lip Tubercle (NLT)Â technique is widely recognised, and he is an international educator offering advanced courses in facial reshaping with a focus on ultrasound-guided approaches.
Prof. Dr. Heinz-Herbert Homann
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon
Duisburg, Germany
Prof. Dr. med. Heinz-Herbert Homann has been Head of the Continuing Education Department at the DGPRĂ„C since 2023 and previously served as Representative for Hand Surgery on the Extended Board. In 2020, he developed the BDC Specialist Seminar in Plastic Surgery, which he continues to coordinate annually. Until April 2025, he was Chief Physician of the Hand Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Burn Unit at the BG Trauma Hospital Duisburg-Buchholz.
His key areas of expertise include treatment of age-related hand conditions such as thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome, management of chronic wounds, botulinum toxin wrinkle treatment, radical removal of malignant bone and soft tissue tumors, and limb reconstruction.
Dr. Arash Khademi
Cosmetic Surgeon
London, United Kingdom
Dr. Arash Khademi is a London-based cosmetic surgeon with over 27 years of clinical, academic, management, and leadership experience. Certified in Klein Micro-Cannular Liposuction and MicroAire PAL High Definition Liposculpture. Member of the British Association of Cosmetic Surgeons (BACS). Dr. Khademi serves as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) and international trainer, and is a faculty member for leading national and international companies in aesthetic medicine and surgery.
Dr. Gorka MartĂnez Grau
Ophthalmologist
Barcelona, Spain
Dr. MartĂnez Grau is a renowned ophthalmologist with over 30 years of experience, specializing in oculoplastic surgery. He trained internationally in Mexico City, Munich, Paris, and New York, and served as Director of Oculoplastics at ClĂnica Barraquer in Barcelona from 1998 to 2021.
Currently, he is the Medical Director at ClĂnica de la Mirada and practices at ClĂnica Sagrada Familia, both in Barcelona. He teaches at Ramon Llull University, conducts research, regularly speaks at conferences, and reviews scientific journals. He is also President of the Spanish Society of Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery (SECPOO).
Dr. MartĂnez Grau is known for treatments of eyelid tightening, ptosis, eyelid malpositions, and eye rejuvenation using minimally invasive techniques such as botulinum toxin, IPL, blepharoplasma tightening, and chemical peels. He also participates in international humanitarian missions in India and sub-Saharan Africa through FundaciĂłn Barraquer and FundaciĂłn ClarĂłs.
Prof. Dr. Olaf Michel
ENT Specialist
Cologne, Germany
Prof. Dr. Olaf Michel, born in 1956, studied pharmacy and medicine in Paris and Berlin. He began his career in otorhinolaryngology at the Free University of Berlin before earning his PhD at the University of Cologne in 1992. His clinical and research focus has been on paranasal sinus diseases.
He co-founded and has been a faculty member of the International Sinus Course between Brussels and Cologne for over 25 years and regularly teaches at international courses, including the Rhinological Update Course in East Asia. He pioneered the transnasal endoscopic decompression for orbital diseases combined with eye muscle recession for diplopia, endonasal fracture treatment, ESS in children with cystic fibrosis, and beta-trace-protein diagnostics for CSF leaks.
In research, his team studied nasal mucosa blood flow regulation and the role of nitric oxide. He is among the top 10 German researchers in otolaryngology, with over 300 publications including books and chapters.
Currently, he is Vice-Chairman of Rhinology and Head & Neck Surgery at the University Hospital of Vrije Universiteit Brussel, recognized internationally as an expert, teacher, and speaker.
Priv. Doz. Dr. Dr. Alexander Raguse
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
MĂĽnster, Germany
Dr. Ray Taban
Ophthalmologist
Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, USA
Dr. Mehryar Taban is a compassionate oculoplastic surgeon specializing in eyelid, orbit, and facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, with offices in the greater Los Angeles area. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA and is double board-certified by the American Society of Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, the American Board of Ophthalmology, and is a diplomat of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Taban emphasizes natural-looking results using minimal incision techniques for faster recovery.
His specialties include eyelid surgery (ptosis, blepharoplasty, eyelid cancer, and more), orbital surgery (fracture repair, decompression, tumor removal), and lacrimal (tear duct) surgery.
Dr. Jesper Thulesen
Ophthalmologist
Copenhagen, Denmark
Dr. Jesper Thulesen is a renowned oculoplastic surgeon and aesthetic physician, licensed in ophthalmology across Denmark, Dubai, France, Norway, and Sweden. Holding a Ph.D. with a strong research background, he has published extensively, including in Nature Medicine. His research focuses on novel treatments in oculoplastics, mechanisms of botulinum toxin, and advancements in skin laser therapies. As a masterclass trainer for Allergan Aesthetics and a member of the international AMI faculty and ESOPRS, Dr. Thulesen is a leading expert in aesthetic oculoplastics, skin laser treatments, non-permanent fillers, and botulinum toxin. He is also a sought-after international lecturer, advancing the field of aesthetic and reconstructive medicine worldwide.
