Global Aesthetic and Surgery Innovation Conference

Dr. Kian Karimi, MD, FACS, is a globally recognized double board-certified facial plastic surgeon. Based in Los Angeles, he is widely known for his expertise in rhinoplasty (primary and revision), deep plane face and neck lifting, fat grafting, blepharoplasty, and laser resurfacing. A leader in minimally invasive aesthetics, Dr. Kian pioneered techniques using PDO threads, PRF, fillers, and neuromodulators in advanced combination therapies. In his 16 year career, he has trained over 100,000 providers worldwide and serves as Course Chairman of the Los Angeles Multi-Specialty Cosmetic Academy, a premiere global aesthetic meeting. A frequent lecturer, author, and clinical researcher, Dr. Kian is at the forefront of innovation in aesthetic medicine. His patient care philosophy blends surgical precision with natural, artful outcomes, prioritizing safety, longevity, and emotional confidence at every step.

Ms. Francine Young is a nationally recognized aesthetic expert, educator, and Key Opinion Leader known for her advanced approach to PDO threads, injectables, and regenerative aesthetics. With a philosophy centered around undetectable beauty, quiet elegance, and natural rejuvenation, Francine specializes in creating refreshed, refined results that never look overdone. As the founder of YOUNG Aesthetics and widely known as the “Queen of Threads,” Francine has built her reputation on advanced facial rejuvenation techniques and a highly individualized approach to each patient. She is also a sought-after trainer and speaker, sharing her expertise with aesthetic providers nationally and internationally. Her goal is simple: enhance what makes each patient beautiful while preserving what makes them look like themselves.

Dr. Mohammad Golshani is a board-certified dermatologist with over three decades of experience in clinical dermatology, research, and medical leadership. He earned his M.D. and completed his dermatology residency at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, obtaining board certification in 1993. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served in numerous leadership roles within the Iranian Society of Dermatologists, including Vice President, Secretary, and Board Member. Dr. Golshani is the co-founder of the Mehrgan Skin and Laser Clinic and founder of a cosmetic and personal care manufacturing company. His contributions to dermatology, research, and innovation have earned him prestigious national honors, including the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award and the Human Brands of Iran Award. He continues to advance the field through his work on national dermatology, medical ethics, and legal medicine committees.

Dr. Mostafa Mahdavi Nia is a board-certified dermatologist and aesthetic physician, and a graduate of Tehran University of Medical Sciences. With more than 15 years of clinical experience in aesthetic medicine and facial rejuvenation, he is recognized for his expertise in advanced, minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. He is an international trainer for Aptos and Stylage, specializing in thread lifting, non-surgical facial rejuvenation, and injectable aesthetic treatments.