Dr Wassim taktouk mbbs MRCGP pgdIPDERM PGDipaes BCAM
Award winning Dr Wassim Taktouk’s broad medical background and discerning eye have made him one of London’s most sought-after aesthetic physicians.
After graduating from St. Bartholomew’s and The Royal London School of Medicine, he moved to Sydney where he earned his stripes working in A&E. On returning to the UK in 2005, he qualified as a GP and spent the following ten years serving at the Emergency Department in London’s Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
It was during this period that his passion for aesthetics was cemented with a Postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology and a membership with the British College of Aesthetic Medicine.
In 2021, he launched his eponymous clinic, which swiftly became known for its state-of-the-art technology, world-leading physicians and a compassionate, ethical approach to integrative aesthetics. His advocacy for safe and effective practice led him to found The London Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, an educational institution that provides doctors with evidence-based techniques, hands-on training and one-to-one mentoring.
In 2022 Dr Wassim was announced as the newest International Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Teoxane, Geneva and as part of this role lectures and mentors medical professionals about dermal fillers around the world.
In 2023 Taktouk Clinic was delighted to win Aesthetic Clinic of the year. It was also the year that Dr Wassim was chosen to be a global brand ambassador for SkinCeuticals.
His creative use of injectables and media-friendly personality have earned him accolades from international press including Tatler, Vogue, ELLE, Hello!, Harper’s Bazaar, ES and The Guardian.
Television appearances include the BBC documentary The Truth About Cosmetic Treatments and ITV’s This Morning.
pRofessor FIRAS AL-NIAIMI MSC MRCP EBDV
Professor of Dermatology
Professor Firas Al-Niaimi is an award winning Dermatologist who recently won the Consultant Dermatologist of the Year 2019- London global excellence award! With over 400 lectures delivered in over 55 countries around the world, having trained hundreds of doctors in all continents, he is truly a renowned dermatologist with an international standing.
He boasts an abundance of highly advanced treatment options for which patients travel far and wide to take advantage of. His approach to treatment and care is a holistic one, creating a bespoke plan of action based on a clear understanding of your wants and needs as a patient.
As a fellowship trained laser specialist, trained at the dermatology surgery and laser unit at the world-renowned St. Thomas’ Hospital, Professor Firas Al-Niaimi is one of only a few UK professionals who is experienced in advanced laser treatments. In addition, his knowledge spans skin conditions, surgeries, aesthetics, lasers and beyond.
Professor Al-Niaimi was the first doctor in Europe to have the best vascular laser : The VBeam Prima, and the novel FRAX1940laser for superficial resurfacing. He was also the first in Europe to trial a novel fractional handpiece for pigmentation for a picosecond laser.
In 2021 Professor Firas Al-Niaimi was conferred the title “Professor”, the highest medical academic position in honour and recognition for his contribution to medicine.
At Taktouk Clinic, Professor Al-Niaimi offers treatments with the V Beam Laser, FRAXPRO and Ultraformer (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
Dr Christine Hall, MRCGP MBChB PGDipGPP ARPharmS MPharm
The latest addition to the Taktouk Clinic, Dr Christine’s vast medical background spans emergency medicine, food and pharmaceutical sciences and, of course, aesthetics. Her South Korean roots and regular visits to Seoul have informed her special interest in next generation skincare and emerging aesthetic techniques, placing her ahead of the curve in terms of skill and insight.
She combines her unique foreknowledge with a personal interest in nutrition and lifestyle, and the ways in which they influence skin health. The broad and integrated lens through which she sees clients allows her to create bespoke treatment plans which both complement and optimise her aesthetic work.
In 2016 she co-founded Save Your Vein, an award-winning patient safety initiative that has been adopted by healthcare professionals throughout the world. In addition to working as an aesthetic physician, Dr Christine is also a GP and Emergency Medicine Doctor in North West London.
