SBC Medical Group Appoints Renowned Plastic Surgery Expert Dr. Steven R. Cohen as Medical Strategy Advisor to Drive Global Expansion
SBC Medical Group Holdings (headquarters: California, USA; CEO: Yoshiyuki Aikawa) is pleased to announce that Dr. Steven R. Cohen, a world-renowned specialist in plastic surgery and craniofacial surgery, has joined the company as an advisor.
Dr. Cohen is the founder of “Faces+” in San Diego, California, and is a world-renowned specialist who has been leading the fields of plastic surgery and regenerative medicine for over 30 years. He is widely known for his innovative efforts to pioneer the next generation of aesthetic medicine, such as the clinical application of regenerative medicine technology using adipose stem cells, reconstructive technology based on the structure of the facial skeleton, and unique research and development with an eye toward the fusion of AI and medicine. He also developed the world’s first internal craniofacial traction device and Lipocube, which are now used as global standards. In recognition of these achievements, he was selected as one of the “Best Plastic Surgeons in America” by Newsweek magazine. In addition, he is actively involved in domestic and international professional societies, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and is a clinician and educator who is highly trusted by doctors around the world.
Our company will begin full-scale global expansion with our listing on NASDAQ in September 2024. With Dr. Cohen’s participation, we will not only improve the quality of our medical technology, but also further strengthen our foundation as a “global medical group” by strengthening our branding in the global market, collaborating with academic institutions, and enhancing physician education.
CEO Yoshiyuki Aikawa commented: “
We are extremely pleased to welcome Dr. Cohen, an outstanding clinician, as our advisor. We are confident that his knowledge and global perspective will open up a new stage in the quality of our medical care, education, and brand. We have high hopes that he will be the driving force behind the next growth of the SBC Medical Group.
Comment from Dr. Steven R. Cohen:
I am honored to be involved with the rapidly growing SBC Medical Group in the role of Medical Strategy Advisor. The company is committed to innovative, customer-first medical care and also focuses on doctor education and international medical collaboration. I look forward to using my experience and knowledge to help build a safer, more beautiful, and higher quality future for cosmetic medicine based on scientific evidence.
Introduction of Dr. Steven R. Cohen (excerpt)
- Clinical Professor, University of California, San Diego
- Inventor of the world’s first internal craniofacial traction device and Lipocube
- Plastic and craniofacial surgeon
- Founder and Medical Director of Faces+ (San Diego)
- He has given numerous academic conferences around the world and written several books and papers.
- A leading expert in facial reconstruction, stem cell therapy, and cosmetic surgery using 3D simulation
Learn more about Dr. Steven R. Cohen
About SBC Medical Group Holdings
Shonan Beauty Clinic, the roots of SBC Medical Group Holdings, was founded in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture in 2000 and has been striving to provide advanced cosmetic medical treatments with the belief of “bringing cosmetic medical treatments closer to people.” When the company was first founded, it focused on cosmetic medical treatments, but has since diversified further and expanded into the insurance medical field, including infertility treatment, dentistry, and orthopedics. It has grown to the point where it has established a system to provide management support to a wide range of medical institutions. Currently, our group’s clinic network has 252 clinics both domestically and internationally. We have established our position as one of Japan’s leading medical groups, and in September 2024, we were listed on the NASDAQ in the United States. In the future, we will further expand our clinic network and expand globally, aiming to realize our group purpose of contributing to improving the happiness of people around the world through medical innovation.
English name: SBC Medical Group Holdings, Inc.
Listing market: NASDAQ Global Market
Ticker (US stock code): SBC
Location: 200 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 300 Irvine, CA 92618 USA
CEO: Yoshiyuki Aikawa
Business: Management support business for medical institutions (comprehensive cosmetic medicine, dentistry, AGA treatment, gynecology, infertility treatment, ophthalmology, orthopedics, regenerative medicine treatment, etc.
