Healthy Skin Expert Dermatology Advice

Chatelaine Magazine’s new Health Advisory Board

You want to know about every breakthrough (and why it’s important). Whether that report you heard on The news is something you need to worry about - plus all the little things you could be doing for your body everyday. Our new team of leading medical experts has the right answers to help you live your healthiest life.

On Call for You!

DIET, DRUGS & NUTRITION
Gwen Chapman RD, PhD
A professor of food, nutrition and health at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver Chapman also does daily research in family food practices.

Katie McCulloch BSc, RD
A Dietitians of Canada member, McCulloch focuses primarily on nutrition- based solutions for heart health, allergies, weight loss, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and pre/ postnatal care.

Daphne Steinberg RD
A clinical dietitian at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center in Toronto, Steinberg has worked in a variety of areas, including long-term care, private practice and the ICU setting.

Farid Wassef RPh, CCN
Voted Canadian Pharmacist of the year, Wassef is a clinical nutritionist who has written bestsellers including Breaking the Age Barrier: Strategies for Optimal Health, Energy and Longevity.

EXERCISE & FITNESS
Tony Greco PT
A respected fitness expert and founder of Ottawa’s Lean & Fit Yoga Learn, Greco is also host of the Grecocise morning radio show on Team 1200FM radio show.

Sarah Robichaud CFP
A personal trainer and founder of the charity Dancing with Parkinson’s, Robichaud has written many book, including Getting Fit without Hitting the Gym.

SKIN & ANTI-AGING
Lisa Kellett MD, FRCPC, DABD
Driven by mandate to deliver cosmetic enhancement minus surgery, Kellett is a member of the Canadian Laser Aesthetic Surgery Society and the Toronto Dermatological Society.

TEETH, GUMS & MOUTH
Rick Glassman DDS
A-list Hollywood dentist Glassman is considered by his colleagues and patients to be one North America’s top cosmetic dental specialists. He practices with a conscientious attitude and a commitment to overall health.

HAPPY HEART
Manual Arango MA, MHA
A healthy- policy expert dedicated to cardiovascular well-being and chronic- disease prevention, Arango is the director of health policy at the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.

SEX & BABIES
Marilyn Emery MSC
As president and CEO of Woman’s Collage Hospital, Emery is the guiding force behind its evolution into Canada’s pre-eminent academic ambulatory hospital dedicated to woman’s health.

Scott Farrell MD
A professor in the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Halifax’s Dalhousie University, Farrell is also the chief of gynaecology at the IWK Health Center in that city. He’s written over 50 medical- journal articles.

Dara Maker MD, MHSc, CCFP
Medical co-director of the Bay Center for Birth Control in Toronto, Maker deals with sexual health on a daily basis. Woman’s College Hospital’s Research Ethics Board.

MIND, BODY & SOUL
Susan Biali MD, BSc
An award-winning doctor, wellness expert, life coach, author Flamenco dancer, Biali is the author of the bestselling book Live a Life You Love: 7 Steps to a Healthier, Happier, More Passionate You.

NATURAL HEALING
Xiaolan Zhao CMD
A respected doctor of tradition Chinese medicine, Zhao specializes in woman’s care and owns Xiaolan Health Center in Toronto. She’s also the author of Reflections of the Moon on Water.

HEAD-TO-TOE
Elaine Chin MD, MBA
Co- founder of Scienta Health Group in Toronto, Chin oversees all medical operations of this innovative preventative clinic.

David Satok BSc, MD, CCFP, FCFP
As the director of corporate health services for Rogers Communications, Satok leads one of the country largest and the most innovative occupational-health offerings.

Miriam Stewart PhD, FRSC, FCAHS
A professor in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta and a health senior investigator, Stewart’s leadership in health promotion is renowned. She’s also written five books and over 200 journal articles and reports.

PARENTS & KIDS
Jeremy Friedman MB, ChB, FRCP, FAAP
An assistant professor at the University of Toronto and chief of pediatric medicine at the Hospital for Sick Children, Friedman is also a bestselling author.

Jennifer Kolari MSW, RSW
Kolari, the author of connected Parenting, How to Raise a Great Kid, is a leading child and family therapist and the founder of connected Parenting.

Alyson Schafer BSc, MA
A psychotherapist, Scafer is the bestselling author of three books. She also hosts The Parenting Show on Rogers Television.

From Chatelaine Magazine, June, 2011

shopsfocus - Toronto

DR. LISA KELLETT

DLK on Avenue
108 Avenue Road
Toronto - 416-440-2597
dlkonavenue.com

Each patient is treated like royalty at this contemporary clinic, which recently added car service. Injectables are a big draw here – Dr. Kellett uses Mesolis technique; a series of micro-injections near the temples and ears lift skin. The Thermage CPT System interweaves pulses of radiofrequency with cooling bursts to banish saggy skin on the upper arms and belly.

BEAUTY SECRETS - DR. LISA KELLETT, MD, FRCPC, DABD

We asked three of the most gorgeous cosmetic professionals we know to give us the inside story on their skincare routines and tell us what’s in their enhancement arsenal too.

DERMATOLOGIST DR. LISA KELLETT, 42 - DLK ON AVENUE TORONTO, maintains her great looks and glowing skin through sun protection, vitamin infused products and in-clinic treatments. “Just like a glass of juice is good for your body, vitamins are good for your skin,” she says.

THE DAILY ROUTINE: “I use an exfoliating, gel based cleanser twice a day (Clear Clinical Exfoliating Gel Cleanser, $42; clearadultskin.com), a gel anti-aging moisturizer every night (Clear Clinical Gel Moisturizer, $99) and a sunscreen SPF spray in the morning (Clear Clinical Sunscreen Spray, SPF 30, $34),” says Dr. Kellett. “I always remember to apply sun block to my chest, neck and backs of my hands to protect them while I drive.” She also uses Clear Clinical Potent Vitamin A Booster ($230) and Clear Clinical Potent Vitamin C Booster ($185). “I’m diligent about using vitamin A (1 per cent retinol) at night and vitamin C (35 per cent) in the morning. I increase or decrease the amount used, depending on the season.”

THE WELLNESS FACTOR: “I drink plenty of water, eat lots of veggies and take a multivitamin supplement daily.”

THE PROBLEM SPOT: Dr. Kellett is a mother of four, so when she gets a Thermage treatment — it’s a radiofrequency based skin contouring and tightening treatment that lasts up to two years and starts at $1500 — she uses it to firm up her abdomen, as well as to tone her lower face and neck. “I also do Lumenis One laser treatments (every 2 to 4 weeks, starting at $495) that work on brown spots, spider veins, pore size and overall skin tone and texture. The result is clearer skin that seems to glow.”

SECRET WEAPONS: “Every three to four months I have my nurse treat my crow’s feet, the corners of my mouth and my frown lines with Botox (starting at $240).” Botox works by reducing the contractions of the muscles that cause persistent expression-related lines that can develop over time. “I also have Hyaluronic acid filler injections to remove folds and fine lines. I like them because patients think I look fresh and rested as opposed to overdone.” (Juvéderm and Restylane injections start at $600.)

From Elevate Magazine, January-February, 2011 - Written by Marissa Stapley-Ponikowski

WOMEN'S POST TOP 20 WOMEN OF 2010 - DR. LISA KELLETT

Dr. Lisa Kellett, founder of DLK on Avenue, Canada’s premier multidisciplinary dermatological facility, has raised the bar in effective skin-care for both men and women.

After graduating the University of Toronto’s Medical School, where she trained in internal medicine and specialized in dermatology, she went on to study cutaneous laser surgery at Harvard.

DLK on Avenue provides state-of-the-art technology and, despite her busy schedule, Dr. Kellett ensures she meets every patient personally. Recognized as one of Canada’s top dermatologists, she made numerous television appearances in 2010 to educate the public on skin care.

Most inspiringly, Dr. Kellett devotes about 25 per cent of her practice to DLK Cares, an initiative she started in cooperation with Sick Kids Hospital to repair the faces of scarred children at no cost to their families.

She has also extended this generosity to women in need, saying “…maintaining your skin at its optimal health and appearance will greatly contribute to your quality of life.”

From the Women's Post, December-January, 2010 - Selections by Women's Post Editorial Board / Info and Write-ups by Jelena Djurkic and Christine Stoesser

SHOPS FOCUS - OUR CROSS COUNTRY GUIDE TO FIRST- RATE COSMETIC FIXES

TORONTO – DR. LISA KELLETT
DLK on Avenue, 108 Avenue Road, Toronto, 416-440-2597, dlkonavenue.com

Always on the cutting edge of the industry, Dr. Lisa Kellett recently ushered in an array of procedures to abolish stretch marks and scars, such as the combination of injectable with laser in the same timeslot. Her resurfacing treatment marries a micro peel with ProFractional laser for skin-smoothing in less time. (ciao, acne scars and fine lines).

From FASHION Magazine, March 2010

Weddingbells.ca - Editor’s Note, November 2009

While this order of business may not be topping your to do list, it should, especially if you want to look like the fairest of them all on your wedding day.

The business of skincare is what I’m talking about. While yes, beautiful skin is something you want everyday, but most definitely for your wedding day. If you’re anything like me (and most women I know), when your stress levels sky rocket and you’re not eating and sleeping right, you become reacquainted with that old high school buddy you’d rather forget: Mr. Pimple.

He and I seem to have been spending too much time together in the last few months with my skin going through an unrelenting breakout, the likes of which I haven’t seen for years. I have been busy; I have been travelling; I have been out of my routine; and I have experienced more than a few off the charts stress days trying to meet deadlines at work. When my tried-and-true home care routine wasn’t remedying the situation, I knew it was time to call in the pros—my dermatologist Dr. Lisa Kellett and her team of skin saviors at Toronto’s DLK On Avenue.

My diagnosis: stress and hormone-related breakouts. The remedy: a series of microdermabrasion treatments and a simple home regime of Dr. Kellett’s own acne-busting line of products (they are amazing and you can buy them online at clearclinical.com). Within days of my first treatment my skin was already starting to clear. I’m moving on treatment four this month and my skin is back on track and quite frankly has never looked better.

Being the busy bride-to-be that you are, I venture you, too, are probably experiencing an increased number of breakouts that might be driving you ‘round the beauty bend. While you might not need to consult a dermatologist, at the very least you should be sure that you are working with a skin pro to ensure you are doing all you can to take the very best care of it. Nobody wants spots, especially on your wedding day, so with the right planning you can ensure Mr. Pimple doesn’t RSVP to your party.

From Weddingbells.ca, November 2009 - Written by Alison McGill

MILLION-DOLLAR QUESTION: Who's your favourite red-carpet style vixen?

Guests reflect on the notions of 'gorgeousity,' vampiness - and the fine line between classy and trashy.

As far as Canadian celebrities go, Kristin Booth, I find, takes crazy risks but she's always very elegant. And then Rachel McAdams. I adore her style. I love the fact that she's brave enough to switch up her hair and shoes and make-up.
Amanda Brugel, co-founder, The Style Box

I'm a big fan of Sienna Miller and Cameron Diaz, girls that have a little bit of rock chic and add their own flavour to things -they don't look like they're just simply styled. I think that we saw tonight at Style Box is there's enough variety within the designers that you can mix and match and find your own personality.
Natalie Brown, actress

I always love what Nicole Kidman wears. I think she's got a really good sense of style. I think it's classic and timeless and it's edgy at the same time which is what I feel like my stuff is. She's one I would watch for.
Jason Meyers, fashion designer

I'm not good with favouites because I like different things at different times, but just the other day I was flipping through a magazine and saw Rachel McAdams. She's classic and straddles that balance of classic-yet-sexy really well.
Amy Lalonde, actress

Cate Blanchett. First of all, she's stunning. She's one of those women that has this natural "gorgeousity" - we'll make up a word. I love her because there's no fake tan and there doesn't seem to be any sort of pretense that she puts on.She just has great style and she always looks beautiful, classy, but also really sexy which I aspire to. You always need to look sexy but not trashy.
Kirstin Booth, actress

Dita Von Teese - that woman is flawless. I love the retro styling, the classic "looking like a lady." She's impeccable.
Gail McInnes, co-founder, The Style Box

You know who I love? Suzanne Rogers. She has the best clothes and she's the most wonderful person, she's so lovely.You know when she comes, it's going to be, like,vavoom. She does it well.
Dr. Lisa Kellett, dermatologist, DLK on Avenue

From the Globe and Mail, September 1, 2009 - Written by Laura Serra

The Style Box red carpet preview at The Spoke Club

The Style Box, founded by Amanda Brugel and Gail McInnes held its first of a series of Red Carpet Preview Event at Toronto's Spoke Club on Wednesday, August 19th.

The show featured exclusively Canadian designers who were joined by an amazing crop of Canadian talent including musicians Sarah Slean and Ivana Santilli, actors Kristin Booth, Tara Spencer-Nairn, Amy Lalonde and Natalie Brown and Opera Singer Measha Brueggergosman.

Attendees received a sneak peek of upcoming Canadian couture as well as an amazing gift bag sponsored by DLK on Avenue.  Dr. Lisa Kellett was in attendance (pictured below).  To view the Globe and Mail's Photo Gallery of this event please click here.

Dr. Lisa Kellett: Practicing Low Maintenance Age Maintenance

On a recent girls’ night out, the realization that my friends and I are no longer 20-somethings hit me. Hard.

The conversation had turned to cosmetic surgery. Three of my closest friends are contemplating getting “work” done. I listened to them describe the treatments they just knew would halt their skin from its natural downhill progression. I sank further into my chair, fearful that they would zone in on me.

Truth be told, I’m terrified that even the slightest nip, tuck, or even non-surgical treatment could take me down a road of no return, where Joan Rivers and, worse, Michael Jackson live. It was, ironically, an assignment to profile dermatologist Dr. Lisa Kellett of DLK on Avenue Inc., a clinic specializing in non-surgical treatments, that quelled my fears about – pardon the euphemism – age maintenance treatments.

The doctor practices what she preaches. Dr. Kellett had her first cosmetic treatment at the age of 25. Since then, she’s had moles and skin tags removed; skin tightened; stretch marks, brown spots, spider veins, acne, Rosacea scars treated; Botox; and fat reduction (non-surgical). She has had Restylane treatments under her eyes, cheeks, scars, folds, and to lift her eyes. Dr. Kellett is 40 years old and has four children, all under the age of 10. If I saw her on the street, I would have never guessed her age. Joan Rivers? Hardly. I would also have never guessed that she’s had anything done.

“I try to explain to clients that my goal is to enhance their beauty and to give them a fresher version of themselves. Clients will look the same, but more rested,” she explains. In fact, Dr. Kellett counts convincing some clients that her goal is not to make them look like different people, but rather, to look like a more rested version of themselves, as one of her greatest challenges.

Dr. Kellett was always interested in medicine. As she puts it: “I liked to cut things open from an early age to see what was inside.” Originally from London, Ont., Dr. Kellett completed medical school at the University of Toronto, trained in internal medicine at the University of Western Ontario, and returned to Toronto to specialize.

“As a physician, the skills you learn during your years of training—all 11 years of them – are used every day, and the great thing is that my education continues every day,” says the doctor of her profession. “I decided to specialize in dermatology because I like the instant satisfaction of seeing results.”

Dr. Kellett believes the best thing about her profession is the knowledge that at the end of every day, she has improved the quality of life for her patients, everyone from a woman in on her lunch hour for a quick Restylane treatment, to a child with burn scars. DLK’s youngest client ever was two days old and its oldest was 98.

But trends seem to be continuing toward treatments for professional women that require zero downtime. It’s no surprise that the most popular treatments at the clinic include Restylane, injectable fillers, Thermage to tighten skin, UltraShape for body contouring, acne treatment, Intraceuticals Oxygen Facials, and tattoo and brown spot removals.

It would also be ignorant for me to assume that the procedures labeled “cosmetic” are somehow superficial. Says Dr. Kellett: “We treat needy children for free as we have the best technology in Canada. … We share it with others who cannot afford to pay.” It was Dr. Kellett’s idea to start the DLK Cares Program at her clinic, to recognize that these treatments can go a long way to improving the healing process for an abused or injured child, or even helping a woman who can’t afford treatment with her confidence.

The most interesting requirement patients in the DLK Cares Program must meet? Says Dr. Kellett: “We ask both children and parents who have benefited from our programs to go out and do something nice for someone else.”

Boasting she has “the world’s most amazing husband who is better looking than Brad Pitt” and “the best kids too,” Dr. Kellett admits that she still has her faults. “I do two things well: medicine and family [but] I let a lot of things go…I’m the world’s worst cook.”

From the Women's Post Magazine, April/May 2009 - Written by Marisa Iacobucci

Mirror, Mirror – Where to go in Canada to tweak your outer layer.

Shop Focus - Toronto

One reason why clients are so loyal to this clinic: Dr. Kellett says she’s “just sharing all my toys” – she only offers treatments she’s used on herself. For the faint of heart, the Weekend Lips treatments calls upon pharmaceutical-grade topical treatments to bestow full lips that last 72 hours. Botox is also used to lift brows and relax stomach muscles, which smooth the tummy area, especially post-baby. Dr. Kellett’s own skin-care line, Clear Clinical, is endorsed by Toronto Raptor Chris Bosh – a man who is familiar with a little extra sweat.

From Fashion Magazine, March 2009

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