Shattering The Glass Ceiling - Being a Beauty Boss

Guest Post by Nicole Jimenez, pre-med student at NYU

Modern plastic surgery, which developed in the first half of the 20th century (but has roots back to the 6th century B.C. in India), has historically been a male-dominated field. Even though the ratio of female to male plastic surgeons is increasing, the vast majority of plastic surgeons remain men, and this when the overwhelming majority of patients are female.  As young female plastic surgeons continue to blaze paths and work hard to redresses these imbalances, it is worth looking back in history.

Dr. Alma Dea Morani

Dr. Alma Dea Morani was the first female plastic surgeon in the United States in 1940's.  She revolutionized not just surgery, but also medicine. Her tenacity and fervor to learn led her to become more than merely the “repair doctor” she once was in the Girls Scouts or the sculptor her father wanted her to be.

Dr. Morani entered the fields of general and plastic surgery, and time and time again, she broke the stigma of women not having a place in the operating room with title of ‘doctor.’ She made history by becoming the first female intern and the first female resident of surgery.

During World War II, Dr. Morani volunteered at Valley Forge Hospital and performed several reconstructive surgeries. Through her involvement in the Medical Women's International Association she traveled the world to raise money for clinics in the Philippines, Russia, Taiwan and the Balkans. Dr. Morani placed the first crack in the glass ceiling and subsequently become the first ‘Beauty Boss’ who set the stage for other woman to join the medical field.

Art by Dr. Lara Devgan made during a class at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

The biggest stigma in our society is that women who want to be successful cannot have it all. Dr. Devgan is one of the many women who indeed does have it all. To this point, she is ranked the #1 female plastic surgeon in New York with her own private practice and a booming beauty line. She is an art enthusiast who loves going to the Frick Collection as well as painting her own art. The life of a surgeon involves time management skills, which Dr. Devgan truly has mastered as a mother, successful business woman, and plastic surgeon.

Now in the 21st century, Dr. Devgan has added to the several large nicks in the glass ceiling with her revolutionary and innovative techniques such as her Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty and signature “Devgan tip flip,” not to mention her medical-grade beauty products.

Embracing and inviting change is the foundation of a successful business. Dr. Devgan is a firm believer in change and innovation; therefore, each year, she hires interns and directs them into the life of medicine and business. Having a strong, female mentor in medicine and business is something many women did not have in the 1900’s. By inviting several ambitious interns into the office, Dr. Devgan helps foster the growth of future generations of women in medicine and business.

Dr. Devgan aims to advocate, motivate, and encourage women to continue to break the glass ceiling by stating, “Stay focused. Study hard. Do the right thing. Surround yourself with people who love you. Find happiness in the things you already have. Be strong. Have goals. Aim high. Be a woman!”

Just as Dr. Alma Dea Morina provided her services for those in need, Dr. Devgan has provided her surgical services and positively changed the life of a strong and beautiful woman named Francine. Francine suffered several burns after a jealous ex-boyfriend burned down her house. Upon seeing Francine’s strength and positivity after such a horribly abusive situation, Dr. Devgan offered to help with the recovery. Dr. Devgan was featured on The Doctors television show in an effort to help Francine not only recover, but to also help tell her unfortunate story with the intention of motivating women to advocate for themselves and others.

Dr. Devgan with Francine and the hosts of The Doctors.

The story of Francine and Dr. Devgan meeting on The Doctors TV show is a fantastic example of women helping women and empowering them.

Francine, Dr. Devgan and Dr. Alma Dea Morina all have paved the way for today’s women and young girls to stand up for themselves and to strive to be the best they can be in whatever path they choose in life. While there is still work to be done for women in society, we honor the women who have brought us to where we stand today and empower the women of tomorrow to take a step towards shattering the glass ceiling.

https://www.plasticsurgery.org/about-asps/history-of-plastic-surgery

https://cfmedicine.nlm.nih.gov/physicians/biography_229.html

Dr. Devgan Featured on Total Beauty

Dr. Lara Devgan was recently featured on Total Beauty, a leading beauty site devoted to improving women's lives by covering daily breakthroughs in beauty and health.

In Total Beauty, Dr. Devgan recommends eating probiotic-rich foods like yogurt and to make sure you're consuming sufficient fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E and vitamin K.

Phase 2 Clinical Trial for Platinum Long Lash

Platinum Long Lash

On March 15th, Dr. Devgan Scientific Beauty held Phase 2 Clinical Trials for Platinum Long Lash.  This is an in-depth scientific study that will augment the existing clinical data which already supports the effectiveness of Platinum Long Lash. 

It was an amazing day in the office as participants were able to witness first-hand the intersection of beauty and science, an area that Dr. Devgan is passionate about.  

Participants were given an opportunity to try Platinum Long Lash as well as several other Scientific Beauty products including Platinum SPF 45 Daily Tinted BB Cream, Platinum Eye Repair Complex and our hit product, Platinum Lip Plump.

Before and after photos of a beautiful client using Platinum Lip Plump

In addition, participants were able to try the latest addition to the Scientific Beauty line: Platinum Neck Cream - The Neck's Best Thing, which is now on pre-sale.  Participants also got a sneak peak at a magnetic clay face mask that Dr. Devgan is developing and which will be launched shortly. 

Dr. Devgan and her team would like to extend their appreciation to all participants. We look forward to seeing them in 2 and 4 months for their follow-up appointments. 

Microneedling: Dr. Devgan's Treatment Loved by Some of the World's Most Beautiful Women

Kim Kardashian's Microneedling Facial with Dr. Lara Devgan

Dr. Lara Devgan was recently the subject of conversation in David Pollock’s podcast, “Just Ask David” Episode 54: Microneedling: The Holy Grail of Skin Care With Special Guest Marisel Salazar.

Marisel Salazar, PureWow contributor and NYC lifestyle blogger, discussed her in-office PRP (platelet-rich plasma) microneedling experience with Dr. Devgan.

Microneedling involves using a mechanized device called a dermapen to make thousands of minuscule punctures in the outermost layers of the skin. By precisely controlling the depth, spacing, frequency, and pattern of these needle pricks, the dermapen stimulates your body to make more collagen where it needs it most.

Bar Rafaeli, image credit herself, demonstrating microneedling being combined with growth factor/ PRP treatment

Kim Kardashian, image credit herself, demonstrating microneedling being combined with growth factor/ PRP treatment

Microneedling has been scientifically demonstrated to show improvement in fine lines, freckles and sun spots, scars, burns, pitted and non-pitted acne scars, stretch marks, and large pores.

The procedure is commonly referred to as the “vampire facial” and has become so trendy that Dr. Devgan even performed this treatment on Kim Kardashian.

Salazar explains, “The vampire facial, where you use your own blood, is actually PRP or platelet-rich plasma...you draw your blood...and separate the red from the white blood cells. In truth, we only actually use the white blood cells. Those are the ones that have the benefit of the growth cells that ramp up stem cell production in the microneedling treatment.”

Salazar praised the treatment, emphasizing how the procedure itself  takes only around 40 minutes and that patients can expect to be at work the very next day. To learn more about microneedling, please schedule an in-office consultation with Dr. Devgan.

Laser Treatments at Dr. Lara Devgan's Office

For patients seeking significant improvement of their facial complexion, lasers are an excellent non-invasive option. Laser resurfacing helps improve the look of skin and is great for reducing fine lines and wrinkles, or unwanted pigmentation such as age spots, melasma, or freckles. Dr. Lara Devgan offers laser resurfacing as a stand-alone procedure or in conjunction with a surgical procedure such as a blepharoplasty or a facelift. 

Lasers send out brief pulses of high energy light, which is absorbed by water and chromophores -- substances within the skin. The light from the laser is transformed into heat energy, which then impacts small sections of the skin, layer by layer. As the small areas heal, new skin grows to replace the skin treated by the laser.

Erbium Lasers are used for facial resurfacing and help with erasing fine lines, reducing dark spots and pigmentation, improving tone and texture of skin, and improving the appearance of scars. The procedure requires only a short period of social downtime and one’s skin looks rejuvenated after two weeks.

A Long Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser is used for vascular reduction, which can help reduce the look of unwanted blood vessels or other vascular lesions.

An IPL laser can also be used for hair reduction, reduction of acne scars, and the removal of pigmented and vascular spots. Treatment may require several sessions and patients are extremely happy and feel confident about their results.

While the treatments achieved with various lasers is certainly exciting, it is important that patients seek qualified and trained medical professionals who know how to properly use lasers to avoid burns, scars, and infection.

Dr. Devgan and her team are highly skilled and experienced with lasers.  They are able to counsel patients regarding which lasers are suitable for their skin type, sensitivity, and texture. Dr. Devgan aims to provide each of her patients with a safe laser treatment accompanied by fantastic results.

If you are interested in consulting with Dr. Devgan or have any questions regarding laser hair removal, please do not hesitate to call 212.452.2400 or email office@LaraDevganMD.com.