Technology of Beauty

How do you take cutting-edge science and turn it into a tool that actually works for patients? In this episode, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Sanjay Batra, CEO of WETHRIVV, to explore the device making topical treatments more effective than ever.

With decades of experience in medical research and aesthetics, Sanjay reveals the story behind his innovative approach to enhancing absorption without injections. He explains how this technolo...

Minimally invasive, patient-centered, and globally disruptive — is this is the future of breast aesthetics?

In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Roz Cole d’Incelli, a veteran of the breast implant industry and current Senior VP at Motiva, for a revealing look at the past, present, and future of implant innovation. From her early days at McGhan and Mentor to her pivotal role at Sientra and now Motiv...

Can software solve one of the most stubborn inefficiencies in the aesthetic space? Niklas Hess thinks so—and he’s got the platform to prove it. In this forward-thinking episode, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes the founder and CEO of Medvelle, a company that’s quietly powering some of the biggest rollups, franchises, and high-volume aesthetic clinics in the U.S.

Born in Germany and trained across Spain, Australia, and the U.S., Niklas bri...

From the operating room to the research lab, fat is proving to be a game-changer in medicine and beauty. In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Marcille Pilkington, Owner & CEO of Tulip Medical Products, to explore how nanofat is revolutionizing both aesthetic treatments and regenerative care.

Marcille shares the unexpected origin of Tulip—from its Parisian inspiration to its rise as a glob...

When it comes to cutting-edge skincare, few companies are as rigorously science-backed as Senté. In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, host Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Zubin Meshginpoosh, President & COO of Senté, to discuss the fusion of pharmaceutical innovation and aesthetic medicine.

Join us as Zubin walks us through the origin of Senté’s hero molecule — a heparan sulfate analog engineered to deliver therapeutic result...

How do you scale a medical practice without sacrificing patient care? In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Dr. Geoff Trenkle, Founder & CEO of LA ENT, to explore the entrepreneurial blueprint behind one of Southern California’s fastest-growing ENT groups.

From launching 14 clinics in under a decade to embracing innovative audiology solutions, Dr. Trenkle reveals how he’s crafting a scalab...

Your Before & After gallery is one of the most powerful marketing tools in your practice. Is it telling the right story?

In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Candace Crowe, Founder and CEO of BRAG Book, to discuss the evolution of aesthetic marketing and the critical role that visual storytelling plays in patient decision-making.

Candace shares the journey behind BRAG Book, a purpose-built...

Can a cap that emits specific light wavelengths truly reverse hair loss? 

In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with John Oakley, CEO of REVIAN, to explore how their patented dual-wavelength LED therapy is transforming hair restoration. Unlike traditional laser devices, REVIAN’s lightweight, cordless cap uses both 620nm and 660nm light to stimulate nitric oxide production, reduce inflamma...

Fat grafting is evolving—faster, cleaner, and more effective than ever before. Could a new fat-processing device reshape the future of regenerative beauty?

In this episode, Dr. Grant Stevens interviews Ahmed Zobi, CEO of Syntr Health Technologies, about a revolutionary advancement in autologous fat processing. Born from a university research project and fueled by personal motivation, Syntr’s rotor-based microfluidic system is the fi...

What if the secret to better skin isn’t what you put on, but what already lives there? In this fascinating episode, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Thomas Hitchcock, Ph.D., the Chief Innovation Officer at Revance, for a deep dive into the overlooked world of the skin microbiome. 

Sharing his unique path from a background in genetics and fine arts to pioneering work in tissue engineering, and ultimately, to leading skin he...

Can one device transform the future of fat grafting? Join Dr. Grant Stevens on this compelling episode of The Technology of Beauty as he welcomes Dr. David Kirn, the innovative mind behind the Orchid device—a cutting-edge, all-in-one system engineered to simplify and optimize the fat grafting process. Designed with both efficiency and predictability in mind, Orchid enables surgeons to harvest, purify, and re-inject fat using a comp...

What if fat loss could be achieved without impacting metabolism? Recorded live at AIS 2025, Dr. Grant Stevens speaks with Alon Bloomenfeld, Executive Chair of Raziel Therapeutics, about a new class of injectable fat reduction—one that works locally, not systemically. 

Unlike semaglutide or other metabolic treatments, this lipophilic compound directly destroys fat cells at the site of injection, offering a highly targeted, ...

Step inside The Aesthetic Society’s transformation as Dr. Grant Stevens hosts a special episode live from AIS 2025 in Austin, Texas. 

Joined by Past President Dr. Kiya Movassaghi, Current President Dr. Tracy Pfeifer, and CEO Mark Theis, this powerhouse panel explores the strategic evolution of The Aesthetic Society — touching on rebranding, inclusive membership, and data-driven leadership. 

From governance reforms to the creation of ...

From the tennis court to the top of global aesthetics, Daniel De Boer’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. 

In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Daniel to the show during the Aesthetic Innovation Summit in Austin, Texas. As a leader at Croma-Pharma, Daniel shares his professional evolution—from early roles at Galderma and Allergan to shaping the strategic global vision at his current venture. 

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What if you could secure financing for a six-figure aesthetic device in under 30 seconds?

In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Joe Gasque, CEO of MedShift, to explore how his company is transforming the business of beauty. 

Recorded live at the Aesthetic Innovation Summit in Austin, Texas, Joe explains how MedShift is revolutionizing financing, streamlining practice operations, and building an...

A new frontier in aesthetic medicine is emerging, built on adipose innovation. In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Caro Van Hove, the new CEO of Tiger Aesthetics, to discuss how the company is transforming the beauty landscape. 

From strategic acquisitions to the launch of alloClae — an off-the-shelf structural adipose tissue product — Caro shares the vision behind a fully self-funded, verti...

The future of breast aesthetics is here — and it's smarter than ever. In this eye-opening episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Juan José Chacón, founder of Motiva, who shares the fascinating story behind his journey from Costa Rica to pioneering one of the most advanced breast implant technologies on the market — with biosensor integration providing real-time health insights. With a focus on innovati...

Can a skin care brand guarantee its products never end up on unauthorized websites? This one can.

Join Dr. Grant Stevens as he interviews Don Maree, a key leader at AlumierMD, live from the Aesthetic Innovation Summit in Austin. In this illuminating discussion, Don shares how AlumierMD has mastered product integrity, physician support, and global expansion—all while staying ahead of trends in peptides, clean formulations, ...

What if aesthetic medicine could do more than enhance how patients look—what if it could also elevate how they feel? 
In this provocative episode, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Cindy Eckert, the visionary founder of Sprout Pharmaceuticals and champion of female sexual health. 
Broadcasting from the Aesthetic Innovation Summit in Austin, TX, Cindy reveals how Addyi, the first FDA-approved libido pill for women, is reshaping con...