Welcome to Difficult Conversations About Beauty, a podcast hosted by Anita East — author of the book Beautiful Unique Faces and a Nurse Practitioner with a special interest in dermatology, primary care, non-surgical cosmetic medicine, women’s health, and nutritional medicine.

This podcast explores the science, psychology, and social impact of beauty through honest and evidence-based conversations.

Before we begin, please note that the information shared in this podcast is intended for general educational purposes only. It does not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Every individual’s health needs are unique, and listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from a qualified health-care professional who understands their personal medical history.

If medicines or prescription-only products are discussed in this episode, that information is intended solely for registered health-care professionals and is provided in accordance withAHPRA and TGA regulations. These discussions are not advertisements, endorsements, or recommendations for use.

By continuing to listen, you acknowledge that Difficult Conversations About Beauty provides professional discussion and education — not direct clinical advice.

Join our host Anita East and her special guest Dr Ryan Shannan as they discuss everything from ultrasounds to occlusions and the artisitry of injecting the face. Dr Ryan is a cosmetic physician, a GP, a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, and a force to be reckoned with on the dancefloor. Ryan talks about his passion for beauty, balance, and aesthetics in the facial structure, the value of incorporating ultrasound into your cosmetic practice, and how to find fun while NEVER taking yourself too seriously.

Dr Ryan Shannan

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