Dr Maeve Kenningham
Dr Maeve Kenningham
MBChB.
Rating
(105 reviews)
Aesthetic Medicine Journal
Aesthetic Medicine Journal is an international peer‑reviewed medical journal dedicated to publishing scientific research, clinical developments, reviews, case reports and interdisciplinary innovations in the field of aesthetic medicine, dermatology, plastic and reconstructive procedures, non‑surgical cosmetic treatments, patient safety and ethics in aesthetics.Overview
Founded Year: 2015
Founder: Initiated by the Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique (UIME) as its official scientific publication; later available through academic publishing platforms
Purpose: To disseminate evidence‑based scientific knowledge, advance clinical practice in aesthetic and cosmetic medicine, and inform clinicians and researchers about emerging research, techniques, best practices and ethical considerations in the multidisciplinary field of aesthetic medicine.
Governing Body
Organisation Name: Aesthetic Medicine Journal / UIME / Salus Internazionale ECM Srl
Company Status: International scientific journal governed by an editorial board under the auspices of UIME and published by Salus Internazionale ECM Srl
Regulatory Status:
- Academic and peerreviewed publication
- Not a statutory medical regulator but adheres to professional publication ethics and scientific standards
Industry Standing: Recognised within the aesthetic medicine research community as a specialised journal providing quarterly peer‑reviewed scientific contributions.
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply: Clinicians, researchers, medical professionals, and scientists in the fields of aesthetic medicine, dermatology, plastic and reconstructive surgery and related disciplines seeking to publish research
Requirements:
Submission of original manuscripts, reviews, case ...Adherence to submission guidelines, ethical approv...Compliance with formatting and editorial standards...
Restrictions:
Only submissions that meet scientific and ethical ...Not all submissions are peer reviewed and publishe...
Judging Criteria
Evaluation Factors:
Scientific rigor and methodology in submitted researchRelevance to clinical practice in aesthetic medicineOriginality, contribution to field knowledge and evidence baseEthical approval, data transparency and adherence to publication standards
Categories
Available Categories:
Original Research ArticlesReview ArticlesClinical Case ReportsTechnical NotesEditorials and CommentariesEthics and Patient Safety Analyses
Accreditation Requirements
Inspection Required:
Documentation Required:
Manuscript with structured abstract and full text ...Ethics committee approval for clinical research wh...Conflict of interest disclosures and patient conse...
Compliance Standards:
Adherence to peer‑review and publication ethics gu...Compliance with standards for reporting research m...
Sources:
Verification Process
Public Register:
Certificate Validation Method:
- Articles are indexed with DOI and listed in academic databases
- Individual clinician publications can be verified through DOI, journal archives and indexing registries.
Sources:
Renewal & Compliance
Renewal Frequency: Released quarterly throughout each calendar year
CPD Requirements:
Audit Process: Internal editorial review and peer‑review processes ensure scientific quality and compliance with publication standards.
Sources:
Benefits
Reputation: Publication in Aesthetic Medicine Journal enhances academic and clinical credibility within the aesthetic and medical research community.
Patient Trust Impact: Clinicians featured in peer‑reviewed journals may be perceived as more evidence‑based and professionally engaged, indirectly supporting patient confidence in clinical practice.
Patient Safety Impact
Mechanisms of Protection:
Promotes evidence‑based clinical practices by publishing peer‑reviewed research and clinical findings.Emphasises ethical considerations and safety outcomes in aesthetic medicine literature.
Limitations:
Publishing in a scientific journal does not constitute clinical certification or medical licensing.Patient safety impacts depend on real‑world translation and practitioner competence beyond research publication.
Comparison with Other Bodies
Comparable Entities:
Other peer‑reviewed scientific journals in aesthetic medicine such as Journal of Cosmetic & Laser Therapy and Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine.
Key Differences:
Aesthetic Medicine Journal focuses specifically on multidisciplinary aesthetic medicine and its clinical, ethical and scientific developments.Some related journals may place greater emphasis on surgical, laser or dermatologic facets with broader clinical reach.
Industry Recognition
Media Mentions:
Cited in scientific bibliographies and research tools; peer‑reviewed articles contribute to ongoing discourse in aesthetic and cosmetic medical practice.
Endorsements:
Credibility Signals:
Peer‑reviewed publication process, quarterly distribution and academic indexing.Associated with Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique as its official scientific communication channel.
Government Regulation Status
Statutory Backing:
Regulated By:
Legal Status:
- Academic scientific journal operating under publication ethics and academic oversight
- Not governed by statutory medical regulatory authorities.
