08.02.18
RealSelf, the largest online aesthetics community, has appointed its first Chief Medical Officer - Dr. Lara Devgan.
Devgan is a New York-based plastic and reconstructive surgeon. She will report to RealSelf CEO and Founder Tom Seery.
Devgan will dedicate a portion of her time to RealSelf, as a spokesperson and as counsel on services and practices to further support the company's mission to help consumers make more confident decisions and connect to the right medical professionals.
Seery says, "Adding a Chief Medical Officer to the RealSelf team adds important perspective and expands our commitment to transparency and empowering consumers to make smart, confident decisions about cosmetic treatments. Dr. Devgan brings an incredible range of experience along with deep commitment and passion for RealSelf and for educating consumers and reducing stigmas."
Devgan adds, "In today's world, there is no universal definition of beauty and more people are exploring aesthetic services than ever before. I look forward to working with RealSelf and its growing network of medical professionals to provide consumers with accurate and reliable information to further demystify aesthetics."
RealSelf's community members learn about cosmetic treatments and connect with doctors and other clinicians. In 2017, the site welcomed 94 million consumers from around the globe, and it and actively engages more than 23,000 doctors and other medical professionals in the RealSelf community.
