Dr Simon Connolly

Dr Connolly has built a strong reputation as the leading Cosmetic Doctor in Scotland. He is affectionately known by many as Scotland's Lip King. He has helped pioneer a drive for better standards in teh cosmetic medicine industry, demonstrated by his position as a founding member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM) - formerly known as British Association of Cosmetic Doctors (BACD) - responsible for industry Auditing and Appraisals. He also holds the position of spokesman for the BCAM wothin Scotland. Dr Connolly holds a Cardiff diploma in Dermatology and his research on Onabotulinumtoxin A as a treatment for crow's feet lines has been published. Dr Connolly has over 15 years' experience in Cosmetic Dermatology. He was one of the pioneers of cosmetic injection treatments in Scotland and is now recognized as one of the most experienced cosmetic specialists in the country. As part of his commitment to the improving the practice of cosmetic medicine, he is heavily involved in research, training of other doctors and clinical trials. Dr Connolly is an expert in combination volumising treatments, such as the Fluid Face Lift. Other Posts Clinical Advisor and Clinical Trainer for Allergan, the maker of Botox. Clinical Advisor for Merz Pharmaceuticals and Intercytex UK.

"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."

1. 2001–2007
   MD · Medicine and Surgery

   Universidad de Sevilla

2. 2007–2011
   Residency · Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine

   UAB Barcelona

3. 2011–2012
   Fellowship · Subspecialty training

   Cleveland Clinic, US

1. 2011-09–2012-08
   Junior consultant

   Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine

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Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

h-index: 6 · i10: 16

Selected publications

1. Outcomes of Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort

   Dr Simon Connolly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

   DOI: 10.1807/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 83

2. European registry analysis of Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine outcomes

   Dr Simon Connolly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

   DOI: 10.8236/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 17

3. Outcomes of Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort

   Dr Simon Connolly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023

   DOI: 10.7618/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 95

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