AAOPM Faculty

Dr. Cosentino launched AAOPM in 1998 to focus on the Pain Management segment of healthcare, with a strong vision and expectation to expand into other healthcare delivery segments. Today, through his clinical expertise and educational leadership, AAOPM is recognized as the global leader in the continuing medical and aesthetic education and procedural training seminar industry for physicians and healthcare professionals. Dr. Cosentino is Board Certified in Family Medicine, and has more than 20 years of clinical experience in the Medical Education Segment of Healthcare. He serves as AAOPM's president, and medical director. Dr. Cosentino's worldwide reputation as a celebrity-status physician has earned him a prominent role as the go-to consultant and mentor for Physician practices of all specialties including Aesthetics, Anti-Aging, and Pain Management throughout the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, and South America.

Lorena Cosentino is a 19-year veteran of medical aesthetics and a driving force behind AAOPM's growth worldwide. Starting as an aesthetician inspired by the power of cosmetic medicine, she progressed from hands-on clinical work to educating thousands of physicians and nurses in both treatment techniques and practice management. Recruited by AAOPM in 2007, Lorena quickly became a lead facial-aesthetics instructor and later Executive Vice President, blending deep clinical expertise with savvy business strategy. To ground her teaching in real-world insight, she founded VIP Aesthetics—one of Florida's most respected medical spas—personally overseeing marketing, team building, and patient care. Lorena's passion for integrating business and medicine led her, alongside her husband Dr. Stephen Cosentino, to co-create the American Academy of Procedural Medicine (AAOPM), which offers board certifications in Aesthetics, Anti-Aging, Pain Management, and Functional Medicine. Now also Vice President of Business Development for Latin America, Lorena spearheads AAOPM's global expansion, delivering gold-standard Spanish-language training and mentoring the next generation of aesthetic professionals.

Dr. Croley's extensive training at Rush and Northwestern Universities in Chicago, as well as his board certifications in Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, have made him an authority in the medical field. In addition to his patient care, Dr. Croley has a passion for educating medical professionals. He has held various leadership positions, including Director of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit and Associate Director of Resident Education, and has trained thousands of medical professionals as Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director of Aesthetics for AAOPM. Dr. Croley's expertise with energy-based devices has broadened the range of conditions he can treat, and he shares his knowledge as a speaker for several laser and energy-based device companies. Dr. Croley co-hosts the Beauty & The Brain podcast, where he and Jerry Drinkard discuss the latest advancements, trends, and controversies in the aesthetic industry.

I am a primary care sports medicine physician working in Las Vegas, NV who focuses on wholistic and customized care for patients of all ages. I utilize the latest in medical technology to perform diagnostic and interventional ultrasound for a wide variety of musculoskeletal disorders. I combine this with the utilization of regenerative medicines and individualized rehabilitation plans through my network of physiotherapists.

Dr. Girault is a certified Independent Medical Examiner, proficient in the AMA Guides to Permanent Impairment, Fifth and Sixth Editions. She has performed hundreds of Independent Medical Examinations. Dr. Girault graduated from Yale College with a bachelor's degree in Chemistry and a minor in Physics. She attended the Kansas University School of Medicine where she obtained her Medical Degree. After completing an internship in Internal Medicine, she completed her residency in Anesthesia at the New England Medical Center in Boston. Dr. Girault went on to complete a Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia. Dr. Girault was a Clinical Instructor in Anesthesia at The New York Medical College before practicing general and pediatric anesthesia in private practice in New Jersey. Dr. Girault then decided to pursue a Pain Medicine Fellowship at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.

Premier women's health expert bringing pelvic peace, hormone harmony, sexy sizzle and crazy confidence to busy women. Dr. Betsy is a best-selling author, award winning speaker, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. She is the director of Femversity.com, whose mission is empowerment through education. She is the host of Some Of Your Parts Podcast, dedicated to women's wellness.

Dr Robert Stall MD is a physician board certified in Physical Medicine and rehabilitation, pain medicine. He also practices medical acupuncture and regenerative medicine. He has been in practice for over 20 years and has extensive experience treating patients with complex histories including musculoskeletal and chronic pain syndromes. Often with multiple medical and psychiatric comorbidities. He has been active in charity within his community and has participated in medical mission trips to Latin America.

Dr. Aguilera remains a favorite speaker and internationally recognized expert in Aesthetics. Dr. Aguilera is a frequent speaker for Allergan, Galderma, Cynosure, and he is the highest level injector worldwide of Botox and Dermal Fillers. Dr Aguilera is a world renowned, multi-award winning Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dermatologic Surgeon, Cosmetic Laser expert and is Dual Board Certified with a Fellowship in Dermatology. Dr. Aguilera is a top requested physician trainer for Sculptra and he has trained thousands of physicians in his injectable techniques.

Sheila Barbarino, MD, FAAO, FAACS, FACS, is a world-renowned, award-winning, board-certified oculofacial plastic and full-body cosmetic surgeon. She is best known for her comprehensive, natural results approach to both nonsurgical and surgical procedures for all body and skin types. She is a world-renowned lecturer, teacher, and trainer at medical symposiums who focuses on cutting edge technology and new innovative techniques.

Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS, IAHRS, FISHRS is a full-time hair transplant surgeon who has treated nearly 20,000 patients and performed over 8,000 hair transplant surgeries to date. Dr. Bauman received his MD degree from New York Medical College and completed his surgical residency training at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan, and completed his hair transplant fellowship training in New York. Dr. Bauman is one of only 200 physicians worldwide to achieve certification from the esteemed American and International Board of Hair Restoration Surgery.

Denver, Colorado Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Gregory Buford specializes in non-invasive and cosmetic plastic surgery procedures that empower you to look and feel your very best. A nationally recognized expert and trainer in the safe and effective use of injectables, Dr. Buford is renowned for his expertise in breast enhancements, including Denver breast augmentation and breast lift, abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), liposuction, facial and hand rejuvenation.

Dr. Halim completed her medical training at Northwestern University in Chicago. She is a board-certified Anesthesiologist with fellowship training in Critical care/Trauma where she managed all the Surgical ICUs as well as Pediatric Anesthesia and Pain Management fellowships. Dr. Halim also completed a research fellowship in Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics at Northwestern University. She then specialized in Functional Medicine and Aesthetics. Dr. Halim is a leading International and National speaker and educator and faculty at majority of Derm/Plastics Conferences as well a Laser Expert and Renowned expert in PDO threads.

Dr. Kassir is a renowned, Celebrity Plastic Surgeon and sought-after practitioner. He is featured on the Real Housewives of New Jersey and on Fox News and ABC's THE DOCTORS. A NJ plastic surgeon, triple board certified, Dr. Kassir completed his Post-Doctoral training with a Residency in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery from the University of Texas Medical Branch and a Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from the University of South Florida. Dr. Kassir has been in private practice since 1997 and has extensive experience in the fields of facial plastic and cosmetic surgery.

After a highly successful career in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Tsay enrolled in AAOPM classes in July 2015 and opened his own practice in November 2015. He is not just an incredible AAOPM student success story, he is also one of the driving forces of new training program innovations and topics for several AAOPM accredited CME education and training workshops. Dr. Tsay is the founder and medical director of AGELESS MD, one of the most desired destinations for discriminating women and men seeking to defy the laws of gravity and eliminate wrinkles, lines and other telltale signs of aging.

Lyris is a renowned, internationally recognized educator, trainer, speaker, Key Opinion Leader (KOL), and expert specializing in PDO Threads, as well as family and internal medicine, wound care, and emergency/urgent care, among others. She is an ANCC board-certified family nurse practitioner with a specialization in aesthetics/cosmetic dermatology. In this field, she utilizes her unique PDO Threads Signature techniques and is known for training many top aesthetics experts and KOLs.

Dr. Ward brings superior medical knowledge, technical skill, and experience into every operation he performs. Possessing a unique blend of artistry and medical expertise, Dr. Ward is consistently ranked in the top 1% of physicians inpatient satisfaction making Ward MD one of the best plastic surgery options in Utah. A renowned double-board certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. P. Daniel Ward has addressed the aesthetic concerns of thousands of patients helping them restore and improve their self-confidence and self-esteem.

Board Certified in family medicine with other several boards including Aesthetics medicine. Started on 2009 aesthetic field including liposuction and fat transfer. Since 2019 only non-invasive aesthetics. Currently have 2 offices in Clifton and Paterson.

Doctor Eneida Agosto is a Master injector Board Certified in Aesthetics with practices in NYC and Queens. She is also a well known Rheumatologist with many years of experience. Doctor Eneida enjoys taking care of her patients and it makes her happy to made then feel well and look their best. At her offices she offers Laser treatments, PRP plasma for aesthetics and joints muscle pain purposes. She is an expert master injector for neurotoxins and dermal filler procedures as well as facial threads treatments and IV therapies.

Dr. Asirot is one of the most sought-after aesthetic physicians in the Pacific Northwest offering minimally-invasive cosmetic and regenerative medicine treatments. He is the founder and director of Reverza Aesthetics. As a fellowship-trained geriatrician with board certification in integrative medicine, he has a strong foundation in preventive, holistic and antiaging medicine.

Robert S. Bader, M.D. is an Ivy League-trained physician and surgeon who is a board-certified Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon. Aside from having training in Internal Medicine and Dermatology, Dr. Bader completed a fully accredited fellowship in Cosmetic Surgery under the auspices of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He moved to South Florida in June 1999 and formed R.S.B. Dermatology in Deerfield Beach, FL.

With over six years of experience as a critical care nurse, Allie is a highly skilled and detail-oriented healthcare professional. She has always had a keen eye for aesthetics and derives great satisfaction from helping clients achieve their desired look and feel their best. Allies critical care background has honed her attention to detail, which is an essential quality in aesthetic medicine.

Dr. Raphael Darvish, a fourth generation physician, founded Skinpeccable to provide the highest quality of dermatology care in the Los Angeles area. A graduate of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Dr. Darvish completed his post-graduate residency training at Harbor/UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Darvish is a visionary in the world of cosmetic dermatology and laser medicine.

Dr. Davis is a Facial Plastic Surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills, CA. He is fellowship trained in facial plastic surgery and is residency trained in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery from Emory University. He attended medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine. His practice is 90% cosmetic base and focuses solely on procedures of the head and neck.

Jerry D. Drinkard, ARNP, is an advanced registered nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience in the medical field, specializing in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine. He is known for providing exceptional care and treatments that help his clients look and feel their best. Jerry's practice is one of the busiest medical spas in northern Florida, a testament to his expertise and dedication to his clients.

Dr. Thomas-Goering graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2004 from Kansas City University of Biosciences with her medical degree and an MBA in Healthcare Leadership for Rockhurst University in Kansas City. She completed her residency training at The University of Michigan in Anesthesiology in 2008. She is a board certified anesthesiologist that is on faculty at the University of Michigan and works at VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System.

Jacklyn Halpin is an advanced practice nurse, aesthetic trainer, and medical spa owner with over a decade of experience in healthcare and medical aesthetics. She is the founder of Aesthetic Couture Medical Spa and is a trainer in aesthetic medicine, specializing in injector education, patient safety, and evidence-based treatment techniques.

Board certified anesthesiologist, Interventional pain specialist. Board certified in procedural medicine. Owner and founder of Victory wellness and Medspa in Cincinnati Ohio and Naples, Florida. Owner and founder of Advanced Pain and Spine Institute Cincinnati, Ohio and Maysville, Kentucky.

Board-certified Internal Medicine physician practicing over 20 years. I completed rigorous residency in Yale New Haven Hospital St. Raphael campus in New Haven CT. I have passion for wellness on many levels. I believe in treating Beauty Body and Mind as a whole - through achieving the harmony and balance between all of three components.

Monica Kieu, D.O. is a board-certified specialist in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. She helps her patients improve their health, and their appearance, with exceptional skill and compassion. A native of Southern California, Dr. Kieu received her medical degree, with honors, from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona.

Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Moyne Monts was a Registered Nurse. She earned her bachelors degree from Lynchburg College in Virginia and attended Baylor College of Medicine for her medical degree and her residency training in Clinical Pathology. She completed sub-specialty fellowship training in Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine from Florida Blood Services. She is board certified to perform aesthetic procedures by the American Academy of Procedural Medicine.

Dr. Sujay Kumar is not only the Medical Director for Care Nashville, but he has also merged his practice, Kumar Aesthetics Institute, with Care Nashville. This gives our patients the best of both worlds. He is a celebrity injector, and also a Pioneering BHRT specialist. His love of medicine began while practicing medicine in India. Now he teaches and instructs in advanced fillers, Botox and Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy.

Awilda (Willie) LaBonne is a board-certified physician assistant with over 25 years of medical experience including emergency & internal medicine, as well as anti-aging & integrative medicine. Her philosophy is that great health and vitality can be attained given the right conditions and loves to help guide her patients to formulate the correct plan. She is a Master Injector and teaches advanced aesthetics procedures and injectables with AAOPM.

Stephen Landy, MD, FAAN, FAHS, directs the Tupelo Headache Clinic in Tupelo, Mississippi, and is a Clinical Professor of Neurology at the University of Tennessee Medical School. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Medical School and completed his neurology residency at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Landy is certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in the specialty of neurology and The United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties for headache medicine.

Michelle Langston, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with 25 years nursing experience including 12 years practicing in aesthetic medicine. Michelle is a practitioner, clinical educator, and mentor who specializes in the emergency department, trauma, and operating room settings. Michelle attended her first AAOPM seminar in 2012 and continues to build upon those foundational skills.

John Leonardo, MD, the President of Leonardo Medicine Professional Corporation (LMPC), is an American Board of Anesthesiology Diplomat and a Chronic Pain Management Specialist in Ontario, Canada. He has been in private practice since 2006 and maintains a busy practice in Toronto and NYC offering services in Aesthetic Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, Sexual Health, and Anti-Aging.

Jim has been working in the nerve conduction industry as a clinician and educator for over 30 years. He taught the Nerve Conduction Studies section of the Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program at Minneapolis Community & Technical College. In 2009, the University of Minnesota Neurology Department awarded him the Kennedy Teaching Award. Jim is currently a Clinical Applications Specialist at Natus Neurology and remains active in teaching and training technologists.

Maritza Mejia is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and the owner and founder of LIBB by Maritza, a medical aesthetics practice located in Smithtown, New York. With over two decades of experience in healthcare including critical care and ICU nursing Maritza brings an exceptional blend of clinical expertise, precision, and artistry to the world of aesthetics.

After conducting cardiology research at UCSF and Harvard, Dr. Otten began his medical career at Michigan State University. In 2010 he completed his Fellowship in Sports Medicine at Beaumont Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He has been an active member of the Las Vegas medical and sporting community. Dr. Otten has been an Associate Professor of Sports Medicine for over ten years. He has built his Sports Medicine practice and reputation as one of the premiere physicians educated in and performing cutting edge treatments.

Melissa Pulcini-Buttine is a nationally certified Physician Associate, professor of Anatomy & Physiology, and proud faculty member with AAOPM. She is the founder of ELIVATE, a luxury medspa and wellness practice dedicated to helping people look, feel, and live elevated. With advanced expertise in anti-aging, aesthetic medicine, and regenerative therapies, Melissa blends science and artistry to deliver results that are both transformative and natural.

Dr. Faride Ramos is a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine with over a decade of clinical experience. After practicing internal medicine in South Florida, she opened her own integrative clinic to deliver root-cause solutions and bridge the gap between conventional and holistic treatments. Passionate about education, Dr. Ramos has helped countless practitioners refine their approaches to GI disorders, always focusing on evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Dr. Serra was initially trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Womens Health prior to a career in Emergency Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital. John moved into a career refocused on Aesthetic medicine in 2013 after relocating to sunny San Diego California. His passion and mindset focuses on maintenance and restoration of health and beauty. PRP, CIT, neuromodulation and weight-based therapies keep him curious while not practicing urgent care or concierge medicine.

Dr. Ghazwan Sharabi offers the best available, minimally invasive Aesthetics treatment plans including his signature awake Liposuction and Fat transfer. Dr. Sharabi is the Medical Director and Primary Practitioner at Prestige Aesthetics Clinic. He brings with him broad and unique experience from his successful medical career over the last 26 years, caring for over 75,000 patients. Dr. Sharabi is triple Board Certified in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, and Cytopathology.

Dr. Shuayto is a Board Certified Neurologist with extensive post graduate training in Pain Management. He is the president and founder of Michigan Neurology & Spine Center, offering patients Neurological and chronic pain treatment, psychological counseling, and complete physical therapy. Dr. Shuayto was recognized as Top Neurologist and Pain Management Physician in Michigan by Leading Physicians of the World Organization.

Dr. Raj Singh, MD is a renowned physician who has been an AAOPM instructor for several years. Dr. Singh is double board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Dr. Singh is the owner of HEALOR and RAREV, which specializes in internal medicine, regenerative care, aesthetics, and hormone therapies. His approach to medicine involves treating existing conditions and focusing on prevention through anti-aging, overall wellness, medical weight loss, hormone management, LGBTQ+ services, and therapy for sexual dysfunction.

Dr. Smith, a Chiropractic Physician and Board Certified Adult-Geriatric Nurse Practitioner also Board Certified Pain Management - American Academy of Procedural Medicine. Dr. Larry Smith earned his Chiropractic degree in Portland Oregon 1999 and MSN (NP) in 2016. Former adjunct professor at Touro university in Henderson Nevada, clinical for NP program. Teaching with AAOPM since 2018. Semi-retired on the Gulf Coast of Florida Currently working part time in Palm Harbor, Florida in sports medicine.

Dr. Gladys Arroyave is the President of the ACICME Board and a distinguished physician. She graduated from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellin and holds a specialization in Hospital Management from Universidad CES - Eafit. Dr. Arroyave is also a certified dermatologist from Faculdade Paulista de Servico Social in Sao Paulo. In her current role, Dr. Arroyave serves as the Coordinator of The Higher Course in Aesthetic Medicine at ACICME-UIME.

Dr. Ana Cecilia Becerril is a highly accomplished physician and leader in aesthetic medicine, holding a Medical Degree from the Universidad del Estado de Morelos, Mexico, and multiple advanced qualifications, including a Masters in Aesthetic Medicine from UIB, Palma de Mallorca, Spain, and a Masters in Aesthetic and Longevity Medicine in Mexico. As President of the Asociacion de Medicina Estetica, Longevidad y Cosmetica Clinica and Academic Director of its Advanced Diploma Program, she has significantly advanced the field through her expertise and dedication.

Dr. Patrizia Chu Gutierrez is a highly respected Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatologist, trained at the prestigious Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University, with clinical residency completed at the Cayetano Heredia National Hospital. Following her specialization, she served as a faculty member in Clinical Dermatology at her alma mater, contributing to the academic development of future dermatologists. She holds an International Masters Degree in Aesthetic Dermatology and Laser from the University of Alcala de Henares in Madrid, Spain.

Surgeon from the National Autonomous University of Mexico, Specialist in Facial and Body Aesthetics, Kirei University, Mty, NL, Mexico. Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Cartagena, Colombia. Doctor of Health Sciences from the Inter-American Academy of Medical Sciences and the University Aesthetic Center, endorsed by the Federative Republic of Brazil, Santa Catarina, Brazil.

Dr. Francisco Llano is a distinguished surgeon from the High Academic Demand Program (PAEA) at the Universidad Autonoma de Mexico (UNAM) with postgraduate training in aesthetic medicine from Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. Certified by the Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine (CBAM), he has received numerous accolades, including the Excellence in Medicine Award from CCME-ISIENA in Nutrigenomics and the Maverick Award for Best Regenerative and Functional Medicine Lecture at VCS 2023.

Dra. Julieth Martinez Ocampo is a highly accomplished aesthetic physician with extensive academic and clinical experience in aesthetic medicine, nutrition, and clinic management. She holds an International Masters Degree in Aesthetic Medicine from the College of Catalonia (2019) and a Masters Degree in Aesthetic Medicine, Nutrition, and Private Clinic Management from CTO and the Colombian Medical Federation (2021).

Dr. Beatriz de la Rosa is a surgeon and midwife, graduated from the Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla (BUAP), with extensive training and expertise in gynecology, obstetrics, and aesthetic medicine. She holds advanced qualifications in Colposcopy and Cancer Management for Women from the Instituto Mexicano de Oncologia and a Masters in Clinical and Educational Sexuality from IMESEX. Her expertise also includes bioidentical hormone therapy, regenerative medicine, laser surgery, and a specialization in Aesthetic Medicine, Longevity, and Clinical Cosmetics.

Dr. Edmundo Saco Mera is a board-certified surgeon and the Medical Director of Cinica DLaser, a leading center for aesthetic and laser medicine. He holds a Masters Degree in Laser and Phototherapy in Dermato-Aesthetic Pathology from the University of Barcelona, as well as a Masters in Aesthetic Medicine from Universidad Internacional Iberoamericana de Mexico.