Cosmetology and aesthetics education has been a remarkable surge in recent years, driven by growing demand for advanced skincare, anti-aging solutions, and minimally invasive aesthetic procedures. While traditional cosmetology institutes focus largely on beauty and grooming, the global shift toward evidence-based aesthetic medicine requires structured training that combines medical expertise with ethical practice. In India, the need for academically recognized, clinically rigorous programs has become particularly important as more healthcare professionals explore opportunities in this evolving field. It is within this context that the Institute of Facial Aesthetic Medicine (IFAM) was established.

Founded under the leadership of Dr Sumit Choudhary, an experienced facial aesthetic consultant and trainer with over 15 years of experience in clinical and academic roles at institutions such as Max Healthcare, Sahara Hospital, ILAMED, and Lumenis, IFAM was envisioned as a platform to bridge the gap between theory and practice in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine.

What sets the institute apart is its commitment to medical-grade training, going beyond surface-level cosmetology to instill deep knowledge of anatomy, patient safety, and complication management. Strengthened by an academic collaboration with Nirwan University, Jaipur, IFAM offers UGC-recognized certification and fellowship programs, giving students both credibility and international recognition.

Its global faculty, comprising specialists from India, Lebanon, and Australia, brings expertise across plastic surgery, dermatology, cosmetic gynecology, and laser therapy. The institute emphasizes hands-on, patient centric training, with small batches ensuring personalized mentorship and real-world exposure. A strong focus on ethical practice further distinguishes IFAM, promoting responsible and patient-centered approaches.

Raising the Standards of Aesthetic Medicine Education

Training professionals in cosmetology and aesthetic medicine requires balancing clinical precision ethics and rapidly advancing technologies. Recognizing these challenges, the institute’s vision is to provide structured, ethical, and evidence-based training that equips healthcare professionals for real-world practice.

Unlike many cosmetology institutes offering short, non-clinical courses, IFAM delivers medical-grade, UGC recognized programs through its academic collaboration with

Nirwan University, Jaipur. This partnership allows learners to pursue accredited programs such as the M.Sc. in Facial Aesthetics and Cosmetology, ensuring credibility and recognition both in India and abroad.

Complementing its university program, the institute also offers exclusive fellowships and certificate courses tailored for medical professionals. These include specialized training in facial aesthetics and clinical cosmetology, anti-aging medicine, cosmetic gynecology, and advanced procedures such as dimple creation. Each fellowship combines global best practices with practical exposure, covering areas like Botox and fillers, PRP therapies, lasers, scar management, and regenerative aesthetics.

What distinguishes IFAM is its small batch sizes, live demonstrations, and personalized mentorship ensure that participants gain procedural confidence. The faculty comprises experts from multiple disciplines, including plastic surgery, dermatology, gynecology, and laser medicine, providing a holistic, multidisciplinary perspective.

Beyond technical skills, IFAM emphasizes ethical practice, informed consent, and complication management

Beyond technical skills, IFAM emphasizes informed consent, and complication management. It also supports learners with career-building guidance, including clinic setup, branding, and patient management strategies. Regularly updated curricula and master classes ensure that professionals remain aligned with global advancements.

Additionally, the institute combines rigorous theory with intensive hands-on training to prepare professionals for real-world practice in aesthetic medicine. Programs follow a structured pathway, case-based discussions, and supervised clinical practice. Students gain exposure through simulated training for sensitive procedures, and personalized mentorship from experts of different fields With ongoing alumni support including masterclasses, case reviews, and business guidance, it ensures graduates emerge as confident, ethical, and practice-ready clinicians equipped for long-term success.

Backed by a Globally Trained Leadership Team

The Institute of Facial Aesthetic Medicine (IFAM) distinguishes itself through global experience of its faculty. Led by Dr Sumit Choudhary, an aesthetic consultant with 15+ years of experience, the team includes renowned specialists such as Dr Vivek Gupta (plastic surgeon), Dr Pragya Gupta (cosmetic gynecology), Dr Houssam Mazraani (Lebanon, minimally invasive aesthetics), Dr Sandeep Kaur (Australia, PMU expert), and Dr. Ritika Dhingra (aesthetic medicine specialist), Dr Baljeet kaur( MBBS MD), Dr Sonika Choudhary (Head of Operations) contributes clinical training expertise and for smooth management and operations), Krishna Yadav (Chief strategic officer) ensures seamless academic coordination. Together, this multidisciplinary and internationally trained faculty brings global exposure and personalized mentorship, shaping it into a premier hub for holistic, safe, and patient-centric aesthetic medicine education.

Shaping the Future of Aesthetic Medicine

IFAM, nominated for the India 5000 Best MSME Awards 2024, is building its future on four pillars: academic programs, infrastructure, partnerships, and innovation. New offerings will include fellowships in Hair Restoration, PMU, Regenerative Aesthetics, and Laser Safety, alongside hybrid modules and UGC-recognized pathways up to PhD level.

Infrastructure growth includes a dedicated clinical campus with advanced laser labs, VR enabled simulations, and expansion into Tier 2 and 3 cities. Strategic collaborations with Nirwan University, global boards, and industry partners will strengthen academic recognition and international exposure. Innovation will be driven by an Aesthetic Medicine Research Cell, international conferences, and alumni incubation. With this roadmap, IFAM is preparing globally competitive, ethical leaders in aesthetic medicine.