Dr Cat’s May Update
I’m one week in to my three weeks at Sanoviv, the medical health retreat in Mexico, where I’ve come to become permanently cancer free after my 5 year journey with breast cancer. It’s a beautiful facility looking from steep cliffs over the Pacific Ocean, and our days...
Why do we experience pigmentation and how do we prevent it
Most of us exhibit pigmentation in UV exposed areas to some degree or another, perhaps a light-yellow staining on the skin, to obvious dark patches. In addition to this, UV damages the structural collagen that supports the skin's tiny blood vessels. This collagen...
What is a Migraine?
A migraine is more than just a headache—it is a complex condition that can cause severe, long-lasting pain and a range of other symptoms. It affects approximately 45,000 New Zealanders. It is characterized by persistent headaches lasting more than four hours per day,...
The Face Place Academy – Upcoming Training Workshops
In the ever-evolving field of cosmetic injectables, ongoing education is key to mastering advanced techniques, ensuring patient safety, and staying ahead of industry advancements. Continuous professional development not only refines your skills but also builds...
My Journey with Melasma
Melasma is something that is close to my heart, as I have struggled with it personally for many years. For as long as I can remember, I had fairly good skin. Until one day in my early 30s, I began to notice dark patches slowly appearing on my cheeks and forehead....
Dr Cat’s April Update
I’m currently in Mexico having made the 2 day travel extravaganza to get here… I had one night on the plane and another in Mexico City before I then made my way to Huatulco and then Zipolite where my mum lives. I have been so excited to see my mama, and then to...
Meet Dr. Jess
What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine … Medicine was actually my first childhood dream, and despite changing my mind countless times over the years about my dream job, I always came back to it. I love how my career is a blend of science and art, where...
Rosacea
Introduction Rosacea is a long term skin condition that mainly affects the face, causing diffused redness, enlarged blood vessels, and is sometimes accompanied by pimples or bumps. It usually starts with frequent flushing of the skin, which progresses to more...
Dr Cat’s March Update
It’s been just over a month since my last chemo and I continue to lose hair in handfuls - I honestly thought it would be done shedding by now! Researching it more, I probably have another month of hair loss ahead of me. 🤷♀️ So it was great to be used as a training...
Aesthetic Medicine Training in New Zealand: Everything You Need to Know
At TFP Academy, we are committed to providing high-quality education in aesthetic medicine for healthcare professionals. If you’re considering entering this field, you may have questions about the training process, qualifications, and course structure. Here’s a...
The Power of Fish Oils: Boosting Skin Health from the Inside Out
People often ask what supplements are beneficial to skin. With so many things on the market, it can be very difficult to differentiate the facts from the fiction. What is Fish Oil? Fish oil is derived from the tissues of fatty fish, like salmon, mackerel,...
Vitamin C IV infusions, or IV drips as known in some places, have gained popularity for their potential health benefits. But what is it for really?
Here are some of the key advantages to having such infusions: Immune System Booster: High doses of Vitamin C can enhance the production and function of white blood cells, which help fight off the ever present bugs that are going around. Improving Skin...