All About You With Dr Shauna Watts

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Skincare Expert Weighs in on the MOST POPULAR Social Media Trends Jan 15, 2025

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In today’s bite-size episode, join Dr Shauna and Dr Ryan De Cruz, a dermatologist based in Melbourne, as they unpack some popular social media skincare trends including SPF cocktailing, skin icing and facial rollers.

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For more resources from Dr Ryan De Cruz:

You can visit the Southern Dermatology website or follow him on Instagram

Looking to improve your skin? Book an appointment with Dr Shauna here (Central Coast) or here (Newcastle).

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:22 - Collagen Overnight Masks

00:02:13 - Icing Your Skin

00:04:18 - New Research in Dermatology

00:05:33 - Facial Rollers

00:05:52 - Newer Therapies for Acne

00:06:28 - Psychological Effects of Skin Conditions

00:07:01 - She Thrives Retreat Announcement

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STOP Wasting Money on Cosmetic Treatments Until You Watch This - Dr Tim Pearce Jan 12, 2025

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In today’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Tim Pearce - a highly respected medical aesthetics doctor, educator, and advocate for safe and ethical cosmetic treatments, based in the UK.

As the founder of SkinViva Training Academy, Dr. Pearce has become a trusted voice in the industry, training thousands of medical professionals in aesthetic procedures, emphasising safety, precision, and artistry.

If you’ve been thinking about having a cosmetic treatment but not done so before, it can be very overwhelming and intimidating, and difficult to know where to start.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Pearce answer common questions including:

What should you look for when choosing a practitioner?
Why is a facial assessment so important, before jumping straight into injectables?
What are the potential risks of having injectables?
What are the differences between dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle injections and other popular cosmetic treatments?
Who is dermal filler NOT suitable for?

The aesthetics industry is constantly evolving, and in this episode Dr Shauna and Dr Pearce also unpack their thoughts on new treatments including Exosomes and Rejveran, and what the future of the industry might look like.

For more resources from Dr Pearce:

You can visit his website, or follow him on Instagram and Youtube.

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Planning Your Aesthetic Journey - book an appointment with Dr Shauna here (Central Coast) or here (Newcastle).

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Aesthetics and Patient Care

02:51 Dr. Tim Pearce's Journey into Aesthetics

05:46 The Evolution of Aesthetic Treatments

09:05 Understanding Patient Psychotypes

11:55 The Importance of Facial Assessment

15:06 Differentiating Treatments: Botox vs. Dermal Fillers

17:58 Patient Safety and Psychological Considerations

21:05 Holistic Approaches in Aesthetic Medicine

23:53 The Future of Aesthetics and Longevity

32:45 The Intersection of Aesthetics and Longevity

36:54 Understanding Patient Relationships and Longevity

39:15 The Emotional Aspect of Aesthetics

42:38 The Philosophy of Health and Aesthetics

46:56 The Future of Aesthetics and AI

55:56 Advice for your 20 something self

01:01:06 Lessons from Richard Branson

Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

How To Treat Vaginal Dryness and the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause - Dr Kelly Casperson Jan 08, 2025

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In this week’s bite-size episode, we’re bringing you a snippet from Dr Shauna’s conversation with Dr Kelly Casperson.

Vaginal dryness is talked about often as a symptom of the peri and postmenopause, but we tend to downplay just how significant this issue is, and the impact it can have for so many women.

Dr Shauna and Dr Casperson explain exactly what causes vaginal dryness and how you can treat it to effectively relieve this symptom of menopause.

For more resources:

Book a menopause appointment with Dr Shauna (Central Coast and Newcastle).

Everything You Need to Know Before Booking a Menopause Appointment - Dr Michelle Cotallessa Jan 05, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Michelle Cotellessa - GP and co-founder of Hera Menopause, a Perth-based clinic dedicated to transforming the way women experience and manage menopause through innovative, evidence-based care.

With over 20 years of clinical experience, Michelle has a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and social challenges women face during menopause.

It can be so daunting to speak to a stranger about what you're going through, so in this conversation Dr Shauna and Dr Cotellessa are breaking down exactly what you can expect from a menopause appointment.

What should you bring with you? What kinds of questions might you be asked? How can you bring up HRT with your doctor? What if you’re feeling unheard - how do you advocate for yourself?

For more resources from Dr Cotellessa:

Visit the Hera Menopause website or follower her on Instagram.

https://www.heramenopause.com.au/

Book a menopause appointment with Dr Shauna (Central Coast and Newcastle). https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/book-online/

What To Do If You Think You’re Experiencing Early Menopause with Dr Corinne Menn Jan 01, 2025

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In this week’s bite-size episode, we’re bringing you a snippet from Dr Shauna’s recent conversation with Dr Corinne Menn.

Both Dr Shauna and Dr Menn experienced an early menopause, bringing a highly personal perspective to their discussion about what you should do if you think you’re experiencing this too.

For more resources:

Book a menopause appointment with Dr Shauna (Central Coast and Newcastle).

https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/book-online/

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The Modern Approach to Managing Endometriosis with Professor Janice Rymer Dec 29, 2024

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In this week’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Professor Janice Rymer - a Professor of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at King’s College London.

Specialising in endometriosis, menopause, reproductive endocrinology and minimally invasive gynaecological surgery, her research has been instrumental in shaping modern approaches to managing menopause, including the use of (HRT) and the development of innovative treatments for complex gynaecological conditions.

In this conversation, join Dr Shauna and Professor Rymer as they take a deep dive into Endometriosis - what exactly is Endo? If you have painful periods, does this mean you have it? How is minimal access surgery used as a tool for diagnosis? And how can you manage living with endometriosis while maximising your quality of life? Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:

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Top 10 Pieces of Advice from All About You In 2024 Dec 25, 2024

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In this week’s bite-size episode, we’re bringing you some of the best pieces of advice for their younger selves that guests of the podcast have shared with Dr Shauna in 2024.

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Unpacking the Complexities of Eating Disorders with Professor Gemma Sharp Dec 22, 2024

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CONTENT WARNING: this episode discusses eating disorders and may be triggering for some listeners.In this week’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Professor Gemma Sharp - an internationally recognised expert on body image, eating disorders and psychosocial wellbeing.

Gemma is a leading voice in understanding how eating disorders uniquely affect women, particularly during midlife and menopause.

During this transitional period, women experience hormonal changes, similar to adolescence and going through puberty, another period of life where women are more likely to develop disordered eating.

In this conversation, Dr Shauna and Professor Sharp discuss the many facets and complexities of disordered eating. From defining anorexia nervosa and bulimia, to why someone might develop an eating disorder, signs to look out for and the psychological impacts that can last for many years.

For more resources from Professor Gemma Sharp:

Follow her on X or explore her research and findings on Google Scholar.https://twitter.com/gemmasharp11?lang=enhttps://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ZListPkAAAAJ&hl=en

Follow here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemma-sharp-6a29392a9/

If you or someone you know is struggling, you can reach out to the Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 4673 for 24/7 support. You can also chat online or send an email.

https://butterfly.org.au/get-support/chat-online/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247

The Aesthetic Triangle & What Happens to Your Face as Your Age Dec 18, 2024

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In this week’s bite-size episode, we’re bringing you a live snippet from Dr Peter McGimpsey at the You by Dr Shauna Watts She Thrives event.

In this short, Dr Peter addresses the changes that occur to your face as you age, particularly through the transition into menopause. As one of the principal aesthetics doctors at You by Dr Shauna Watts, Dr Peter also shares his knowledge on the ‘aesthetic triangle’ and what methods and treatments that are currently available to help you skin look as glowing and youthful as possible.

Book an appointment with Dr Peter McGimspey at You by Dr Shauna Watts - Central Coast and Newcastle.

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Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Urinary Incontinence: the Taboo Topic We Need to Talk About Dec 15, 2024

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In this week’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Lynsey Hayward - a gynaecologist with extensive experience treating all aspects of pelvic floor dysfunction such as prolapse and urinary incontinence.

Based in NZ, Dr Hayward is passionate about supporting women with their urogynaecological problems, working to raise awareness on an international level and provide support for women with prolapse and incontinence issues.

Urinary incontinence is a common yet taboo issue among women, especially in midlife during the perimenopause and beyond. Many find it embarrassing to talk about, even to their doctor, but today we’re breaking down those barriers.

In this conversation, Dr Shauna and Dr Hayward unpack exactly what urinary innocence is. Does childbirth have an impact? How can it affect your sex life? What do treatment options like pelvic floor therapy, lifestyle adjustments or surgical interventions look like, and what might be right for you?

For more resources from Dr Hayward:

Book an appointment at her clinic (based in Auckland, New Zealand).

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