As a lecturer, trainer and expert in medical aesthetics and age management, Deborah Forsythe now specialises in menopause. She is a graduate of The Marion Gluck Academy, trained in hormone balancing therapy using Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy and body identical therapy and now helps provide women with solutions, treatments and support to navigate the challenges of ageing and the physical and mental issues that arise from the menopause.
I am a GP by background and a former Place-Based Medical Director with over 15 years of experience working with multidisciplinary teams across primary and secondary care. My career has provided me with deep insights into the challenges faced by clinical leaders and teams. I have delivered a multi-award-winning resilience program that has improved psychological well-being, confidence, and fulfillment for participants, earning me recognition on the Queen’s Birthday Honours List in 2018 and a British Citizens Award for Healthcare at the House of Lords in 2017.
I work with teams across all sectors, designing and facilitating leadership development programs that empower individuals, build relationships, transform partnerships, and keep people focused, motivated, and moving forward. Leveraging my NHS leadership experience, I have developed a strong ability to work across organizational boundaries, address system challenges, and co-create solutions that empower teams and improve outcomes.
Currently, I am developing a resilience approach for menopause, combining practical strategies with a focus on well-being to support individuals navigating this life stage. As a passionate advocate for resilience, I have spoken nationally on the subject and been featured on several podcasts, sharing insights and practical tools to help people rise above challenges and thrive.
My facilitated sessions—whether for organizations, teams, or individuals—create safe, reflective spaces that foster new thinking, strengthen self-awareness, and inspire meaningful change. Using coaching methodologies like the GROW model and DISC assessments, I guide individuals and teams in improving relationships, navigating challenges, and enhancing their influence. My sessions blend constructive challenge, humor, mindfulness, and interactive discussion, enabling purposeful engagement and driving transformation.
My solution-focused approach has strengthened multi-disciplinary teams, established collaborative partnerships built on trust and respect, and delivered innovative care models that improve patient experiences and outcomes. I am passionate about empowering others, building sustainable relationships, and enabling people to achieve their full potential.
Dr Ginni Mansberg is a GP specialising in menopause. Based in Australia, she is also the founder of Evidence Skincare (ESK), the author of The M Word and How to Thrive in Menopause, a TV presenter, podcaster and columnist. Dr Mansberg is a member of both the Australian and International Menopause Societies, and a founding member of the Asia-Pacific HPV Coalition.
Dr Masud Haq is a highly respected consultant in diabetes and endocrinology, based in London and Tunbridge Wells. He is renowned for his expertise is managing patients with menopause, thyroid problems, obesity and diabetes, as well as specialising in menstrual disorders and testosterone deficiency. Dr Haq prides himself on providing the best possible management strategies for his patients, with a focus on ensuring they are well informed about their care. He is a member of a number of key professional bodies, including the British Thyroid Association and the Society of Endocrinology.
Dr Sarah Jenkins is a Cardiff University Medical School alumni, a prestigious UK Russel Group University, equivalent to the American Ivy League. She graduated with an MBBCh having been trained extensively in anatomy and physiology over 6 years, including cadaver dissection, learning anatomical and surgical techniques from day 1 of medical training.
Dr Jenkins has completed 9 years of postgraduate training and education in many surgical and medical specialties including rotations in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, General Surgery and Otolaryngology (ENT).
Dr Harper is an inspiring forward thinking menopause and perimenopause doctor who always thinks of the needs of each woman individually. She is Author of The Perimenopause Solution & Founder of The Harper Clinic in Harley Street, London. She graduated from university college and has a combined holistic and medical approach. She understands how hormonal imbalance, weight, skin and ageing can affect both physical and mental health. She believes for a woman to look and feel optimal you have to have a 360 degree mind, body and soul approach, each symptom cannot and should not be addressed on its own. She’s also not afraid to talk about subjects such as libido, vulval & vaginal health to help women regain their confidence and sexy back.
Dr Harper herself is often in the media raising awareness on women’s health and perimenopause/menopause: Boots magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, This Morning TV, Loose Women, Good Housekeeping, Daily Mail, Red Magazine to name but a few, as well as podcasts with Liz Earle, award winning skincare and wellbeing expert, ex Style Magazine Editor Lorraine Candy for Postcards from Midlife, SheerLuxe podcast, Lisa Snowden, Lets Talk Menopause and is also campaigning with celebrities like Davina McCall, and MP Carolyn Harris to address inequalities in healthcare for midlife women.
She has also given Menopause in the Workplace educational webinars and seminars to employees and staff of businesses and companies such as: Natwest/RBS Group, Coutts Bank, PriceWaterHouse Cooper, Mizuho Bank, Channel 4, Pfizer, Mylan/Viatris, Glasgow University, Accenture, Vichy, L’Oreal (for whom she is now the consultant GP and advisor on Menopause), Allbright Summit, Vichy L'Oreal (Britain & Ireland), Wills Tower Watson firm of solicitors, Jones Chase Employment Lawyers, Nottingham College, Axa Insurance, Grosvenor Group (Britain & Ireland), Dive in 2022.
As well as educating fellow doctors at conferences:
PAUSE LivePharma Webinar SeriesBesin Pharma educational videoNEC GP conference
Dr Harper is passionate about being an advocate for positive change, by optimising the way menopause is managed and perceived. And believes our age should not define us!
Dr Shirin Lakhani is a GP and aesthetic practitioner, specialising in intimate health, sexual dysfunction and menopause. She offers treatment that includes vaginal tightening and PRP therapy for symptoms associated with the menopause, and is a significant voice of authority within the intimate health space.
Founder of Hamilton Fraser, Eddie Hooker is an expert in the cosmetic insurance sector with over 26 years’ experience. Hamilton Fraser were the first company to offer medical malpractice insurance specific to the cosmetic industry in 1996 and Eddie is passionate about continuing to raise standards in the sector. Eddie is an accomplished speaker who regularly provides support, advice and education to practitioners as an industry commentator on key topics such as aesthetics regulation, legislation, insurance and business growth. By working closely with the industry’s leading practitioners, training courses and distributors, Eddie has built up a detailed and unique understanding of the aesthetic market ensuring that Hamilton Fraser’s customer experience is founded on expert knowledge and support.
Esther Fieldgrass, founder of EF Medispa, EF Skin and EF Future Health, is an expert and innovator in skin regeneration, with more than 20 years’ experience. Esther’s work in stem cells, exosomes and fat banking stand out in the market and her commitment to excellence has led her clinics to consistently gain the attention of the top beauty journalists in the UK.
Miriam Martínez Callejas is the Superintendent Pharmacist and Founder of Roseway Labs. This role allows her to provide the best medications to maintain a patient’s health and wellness. Martinez Callejas holds a master’s degree in Pharmacy with international experience in bio-pharmacy research, compounding and nutrition.
Miss Kate Maclaran is a leading consultant gynaecologist and certified subspecialist in reproductive medicine and surgery based in London. With specialist interest in all aspects of fertility and gynaecology treatments, she is an expert in female infertility, menopause and polycystic ovary syndrome.
Miss Maclaran accomplishing subspeciality training in reproductive medicine at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, she went on to obtain an MD research degree from Imperial College London, where she analysed the safety of testosterone replacement therapy in women. She maintains an active role in this research to this day from her position as investigator in various clinical trials, and has extensive experience regularly presenting at national and international meetings.
Most of all, Miss Maclaran is passionate about the provision of patient support and the growing visibility of women’s health issues. She is a Trustee (and past Chair) of the Daisy Network, a charity for women with premature ovarian insufficiency.
Miss Smita Sinha is a Consultant Gynaecologist with over 15 years of experience working in Gynaecology.
Her passion for Women’s healthcare began in medical school followed by successfully completing her specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in London. Throughout her career, Smita has gained experience caring for women during their perimenopause and menopausal time, including those with complex medical and surgical histories.
Her enthusiasm for Medical Education led her to hold several lead roles, looking after the training and pastoral needs of doctors in training. In 2020, during the upheaval of COVID, she was recognised at the hospital for her efforts in supporting her junior teams and was awarded Educational Supervisor of the Year.
Smita has remained committed to Women's healthcare and in 2023, Smita founded Serenity Women's Clinic in Taunton. The clinic provides a one stop service of comprehensive consultations and treatments for Women’s Proaging needs such as Menopause, Vulval health, Aesthetics, and Intimate wellness.
She remains actively involved in Women's health education having spoken at various events, including the EveryWoman Festival 2023 and Pause Live 2023 and is regularly invited to teach on study days for healthcare professionals. Additionally, she has contributed to podcasts, magazine articles, and social media platforms, using her expertise and knowledge to educate a wide audience.
Nigel Denby is an award-winning dietitian with a special interest in menopause and women’s hormonal health. He has 20 years’ experience helping midlife women to eat better, feel better and change their lives with practical and realistic advice. Nigel’s ethos is no gimmicks, diet fads or quick fixes; instead he focuses on evidence-based nutritional advice that helps women overcome bloating, pain, weight fluctuations and loss of confidence. His mission is to make you feel good and thrive in midlife.
As a former midwife, women’s heath and its impact them and their families is at the heart of her practise. Supporting and guiding women through this transition forms a significant part of the lifestyle medicine portfolio within her clinic. .
Piroska has a whole body approach and has helped many women successfully navigate the changes that happen, whether it is a natural transition or medically induced. Rebalancing hormones and addressing diet, skin and lifestyle issues to improve women’s quality of life and relationship’s.
Understanding hormones was an integral element of her training and role as a midwife, and she enhanced her knowledge further in this area, completing a series of post graduate courses specific to peri-menopause and menopause.
Piroska holds a Masters degree in Aesthetic Medicine and post graduate degrees in obesity and weight management, and indépendant and supplementary prescribing. Alongside this she holds a Bachelor degree in midwifery and a formal teaching qualification.
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Tracey Dennison is a menopause specialist and the nurse director of East Riding Aesthetics & Wellness; an aesthetic clinic which focuses on supporting women through menopause and weight management issues. Tracey is a trainer, mentor and coach with nearly three decades’ nursing experience.
Vicky Grammatikopoulou is the CEO and Founder of Vie Aesthetics, a multi-award-winning, CQC-regulated and doctor-led chain of aesthetic clinics in London, Essex, and Germany. Known for her dedication to excellence and passion for enhancing clients' lives, she has made her mark as a leader in the field, integrating innovative menopause services to support women through every stage of life.
As well as being a clinic owner, Vicky is an industry leader in aesthetics marketing, mentoring practitioners in branding, sales and sustainable growth.
Vicky regularly shares her knowledge through webinars, courses, and collaborations with industry leaders. Her upcoming participation as a panellist at the Menopause in Aesthetics conference underscores her passion for supporting clinics in addressing menopause-related health challenges.
