Enhancing beauty with a fusion of art and science
Dr Reza Mia is the owner of aesthetic medicine practice Anti-Aging Art
What drew you to study medicine?
I wanted to study something of value that would be difficult and challenging.
The decision to study medicine is often driven by a combination of intrinsic motivation, a desire to contribute to society and a personal quest for challenges and fulfilment.
I was drawn to a field that is not only intellectually demanding but also holds significant intrinsic value.
Did you study medicine with the aim of specialising in aesthetics?
No. When I started medicine, aesthetic medicine did not exist.
I was happy to be part of the evolution and creation of aesthetic medical treatment as I felt I had a unique journey and perspective regarding the emergence of aesthetic medicine as a specialised field within the broader medical landscape.
Being an active participant in this evolution has encouraged and heightened my pioneering spirit and adaptability to changes in the medical field.
What do you think makes you good at what you do?
The slogan “where art meets science’’ symbolises the ingredients for a successful aesthetic medical practice.
I believe I am good at running such a practice that integrates art and science.
Aesthetic medicine combines medical expertise and artistic sensibility to enhance a person’s appearance while maintaining a natural and beautiful look.
Practitioners with a keen understanding of beauty can tailor treatments to individual preferences, ensuring that the results align with the patient’s unique features and desired aesthetic outcomes.
We also focus on safety to minimise risks and side-effects.
What are the most popular procedures?
Dermal fillers, botulinum toxin (Botox) and platelet-rich plasma are the most popular procedures.
What do you look for when recruiting staff?
I choose my staff based on their skills, capability, personality, experience, aptitude, intelligence and presentability, but I also rely on my gut feeling when I meet them.
We hire staff who have completed a three-year somatology diploma with an advanced dermal aesthetician qualification.
What advice do you have for South Africa’s recent matriculants?
Go to gym. Work hard. Don’t be lazy. There is no substitute for hard work, dedication and discipline.
Anything of value will be on the other side of difficult challenges; there is no easy way to success, and you need to accept that and get to work.
However, hard work is just enough, you also need to think outside the box and innovate to offer something unique to the world.