Keynote Speakers
We are proud to present the first confirmed keynote speakers for FACE AHEAD 2026. These internationally recognized leaders in craniomaxillofacial surgery will share their expertise, insights, and vision for the future of the field.
Edward Ellis III, DDS, MS, FACS
Keynote: Be curious! Ask Questions! Solve Them!
Dr. Ellis is Chair and Professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, having joined the faculty at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2010. He came from The University of Michigan where he went to dental school and trained in oral and maxillofacial surgery prior to joining their OMS faculty. For the past 22 years, he was the director of the UT Southwestern/Parkland OMS residency in Dallas.
Dr. Ellis’ clinical interests are in maxillofacial traumatology, dentofacial deformities, and dental implantology. In addition to supervising the residents, he maintains an intramural practice. His research interest in the 1980s was in stability of surgical correction of dentofacial deformities by orthognathic surgery. In the 1990s, his research has involved the functional aspects of orthognathic surgery. Since moving to Texas, he has also performed clinical investigations into the outcomes after treatment of facial fractures by various techniques. He has authored over 250 scientific articles and two books. In 1997 he received the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) Research Recognition Award for his research endeavors.
Dr. Ellis is active nationally and internationally in the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery. He is the past President of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has been on the Editorial Board of The Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for several years. He is also on the editorial boards of the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The Spanish Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The Journal of Craniomaxillofacial Trauma, The Chinese Journal of Practical Stomatology, and Archives of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He was on the editorial board of the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. In addition, Dr. Ellis has served on several committees of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. In 2004, he was elected to Fellowship in the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Moni Abraham Kuriakose MD, FRCS
Keynote: Break rules to create new rules
Dr. Moni Abraham Kuriakose is a head and neck cancer surgeon. He trained in General Surgery and Maxillofacial Surgery from the UK and Head and Neck surgery at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo New York. He served New York University as professor in Otolaryngology, head and neck surgery and Director of Translational Research, Chairman of head and neck institute of Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Director of Head of Surgical Oncology at Narayana Health city, and Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research, Bangalore. He was the founding director of Cochin Cancer Research Centre. He holds joint appointment as Medical Director of Karkinos Healthcare, India and at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, New York as Professor and Vice Chairman of Head and Neck, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Director of Translational Research.
His clinical interest is in the management of advanced oral cancer and skull base tumors. His research group focus on developing novel technology for early detection of oral cancer and targeting cancer stem cells to interrupt carcinogenesis. He has over 350 peer reviewed publications and authored a four volume textbook titled `Contemporary Oral Oncology’. He holds nine patents. Dr. Kuriakose was the past president of the Indian head and neck cancer association and the International Academy of Oral Oncology.
Jonathas Claus, DDS, PhD
Chairman, Instituto Bucomaxilofacial – Florianópolis, Brazil
Professor, iBMF Cursos – Continuing Education in OMFS
Keynote: The Aesthetic-Driven Era in Orthognathic Surgery: Precision, Harmony, and Minimally Invasive Solutions
Dr. Jonathas Claus is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon from Brazil, internationally recognized for his work in orthognathic surgery, particularly in minimally invasive techniques. He leads a high-volume private practice as Chairman of Instituto Bucomaxilofacial and is the founder of MIOS Academy and the MIOS Meeting, both dedicated to advanced training in aesthetic and functional facial surgery.
He is the author of Orthognathic Surgery – Showcase Book and has published over 50 scientific articles and several book chapters. His clinical and academic focus includes virtual planning, patient-specific implants, aesthetic-driven surgical strategies, and simplified access techniques.
Dr. Claus is a frequent speaker at major international congresses. Widely respected for his practical approach and aesthetic precision, he is considered a key reference in modern orthognathic surgery and is committed to sharing reproducible, high-impact techniques with colleagues worldwide.
Professor Nond Rojvachiranonda, MD
Professor of Surgery – Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Deputy Director – Princess Sirindhorn Craniofacial Center, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Professor Nond Rojvachiranonda is a leading plastic and craniomaxillofacial surgeon in Thailand.
After completing his medical degree at Chulalongkorn University in 1990, he earned Thai board certifications in general surgery (1997) and plastic surgery (1999). He further specialized through fellowships in craniofacial surgery at the Australian Craniofacial Unit (1999–2000) and Tampa Bay Craniofacial Center, USA (2000–2001).
Professor Nond is widely recognized for pioneering surgical techniques in Thailand, including the introduction of resorbable plate and screw systems for craniofacial surgery and the country’s first endoscopic facelift, applied both cosmetically and in migraine treatment. His clinical expertise spans craniofacial deformities, skin cancer, trauma reconstruction, ear reconstruction, facial bone contouring, and advanced cosmetic surgery.
A committed leader in his field, he is President of the Asian Pacific Craniofacial Association (2023–2026), past president and founding member of the Thai Cleft Lip-Palate and Craniofacial Association, and a member of several national and international surgical societies. He also serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery and has been Southeast Asia’s sole representative on the Mentor Global Educational Council since 2013.
An accomplished academic, Professor Nond has published 29 peer-reviewed papers, authored 17 textbook chapters, and presented at over 60 international and national meetings, cementing his reputation as a thought leader in craniofacial and aesthetic surgery.
Amir Elbarbary, MD
Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive & Maxillofacial Surgery at Ain-Shams University, Cairo
Head of Craniomaxillofacial Unit at Ain-Shams University, Cairo
Amir Elbarbary is a Consultant Aesthetic & Craniofacial Surgeon.
He was trained at Ain-Shams University, did a two-year fellowship at the University of California– Los Angeles and obtained his Doctorate degree in plastic surgery under the Joint Supervision of both Universities. In addition to being current chair of AO CMF International Board, he is a Co-Founder & Secretary General of Egyptian Society of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. He’s an active member of both the Egyptian Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, International Society of Craniofacial Surgery, ICOPLAST, and an International Member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons.
He is passionate about teaching and education hence attending several educational programs for Faculty development and traveling globally as an invited speaker in both areas of aesthetic & craniofacial surgery.
He is both a supervisor & an examiner of Plastic Surgery Masters & Doctorate Theses/Dissertations, and serves as an Examiner at the Egyptian National Promotion Committee for Plastic Surgery University Faculty Members.
Jong-Woo Choi, MD, PhD, MMM
Keynote: More than Face Surgery: Restoring Function, Beauty and Soul
Dr. Jong-Woo Choi (J.W. Choi) was born in 1970 and raised in Seoul, South Korea. He earned his M.D. degree from Yonsei University in 1996 and completed his residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine. He subsequently earned a Ph.D. from the University of Ulsan College of Medicine and a Master of Medical Management (MMM) from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (USC), USA.
Dr. Choi is a renowned microsurgeon and craniomaxillofacial surgeon, currently serving as Professor and Chair of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Asan Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea. His career has been dedicated to restoring deformities and healing patients through not only advanced microsurgical but also craniofacial techniques. By integrating both subspecialties, he has positioned himself at the forefront of complex reconstructive surgery.
Internationally recognized for his pioneering contributions, he has performed over 1,700 microsurgical head and neck reconstructions, including dynamic tongue and pharyngeal reconstructions using various perforator flaps. Dr. Choi has advanced the field of orthognathic and craniofacial surgery with innovations such as surgery-first orthognathic procedures without presurgical orthodontics and single-piece cranioplasty without bandeau techniques, supported by numerous SCI publications.
Dr. Choi is also an active researcher, focusing on bone regeneration using BMP-2, 3D-printed scaffolds, and stem cells, alongside advancements in computer simulation and 3D printing.
In 2024, he achieved a world-first success in developing a sarcoma organoid, published in the Journal of Oncology & Hematology (Impact Factor 30.0), marking a milestone in personalized cancer treatment.
Dr. Narissaporn Chaiprakit
Associate Professor, Faculty of Dentistry, Thammasat University
Dr. Narissaporn Chaiprakit is a leading Thai oral and maxillofacial surgeon renowned for her expertise in facial reconstruction, orthognathic surgery, and dental implantology. With over two decades of clinical and academic experience, she currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Thammasat University, where she has been instrumental in shaping the next generation of dental professionals.
Her academic journey began at Thammasat University, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.). She later specialized in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Chulalongkorn University and became a diplomate of the Thai Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Chaiprakit pursued advanced training across Asia, including oncology and reconstructive surgery in China, facial aesthetics in Taiwan, and cleft lip and palate surgery in Thailand.
Beyond academia, Dr. Chaiprakit is a practicing surgeon at several leading hospitals in Bangkok and the CEO of Sivalee Dental Clinic. She is also a sought-after speaker and course director for advanced programs in implantology and maxillofacial surgery. Her research contributions span innovative surgical techniques, 3D printing in mandibular reconstruction, and finite element analysis in jaw surgeries. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of several professional organizations, including the Thai Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Thai Association of Dental Implantology and the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Chaiprakit’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and education continues to elevate the field of maxillofacial surgery in Thailand and beyond.
Susana Heredero Jung, MD, PhD
Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona, Spain
Susana Heredero Jung, MD, PhD, is a craniomaxillofacial surgeon specializing in craniomaxillofacial trauma, head and neck oncology, reconstruction, and reconstructive microsurgery. Her clinical and academic work focuses on complex craniomaxillofacial and head and neck surgery, with particular interests in customized microsurgical reconstruction, perforator flaps, and technology-assisted surgical planning. Before joining Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau in Barcelona, she spent 18 years as a Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon at Hospital Universitario Reina Sofía in Córdoba.
She has an active international academic and educational profile and has been invited as faculty and speaker at numerous AO CMF courses and major international meetings in craniomaxillofacial surgery and reconstructive microsurgery. She has authored and co-authored scientific publications and book chapters on head and neck reconstruction, perforator flaps, surgical planning, ultrasound, and virtual and mixed reality, and has chaired several AO CMF courses in craniomaxillofacial surgery.
She is deeply committed to surgical education and international collaboration. She served as Director of the Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Training Program from 2011 to 2023 and has been AO CMF Regional Faculty since 2017. She currently serves as ESA Officer within the AO CMF Community Development Commission and as AO CMF Country Representative for Spain. She is also a Board Member of the Spanish Association of Microsurgery.
She believes that excellence is not defined by the environment in which we work, but by the choices we make every day. Her professional journey is inspired by the balance between tradition and innovation, lifelong learning, and the quiet beauty of small details that often shape the greatest ideas.
Satyesh Parmar
Keynote: My Leadership Journey–Hurdles and Failures
Dr Satyesh Parmar is a distinguished Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with a focus on Head and Neck Surgery, practising at The Harborne Hospital and The Priory Hospital. He embarked on his dental education at the University of Leeds, School of Dentistry, graduating in 1986 with accolades in Oral Surgery, Children’s Dentistry, and Prosthetics. In 1990, he earned the Fellowship in Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons.
Dr Parmar transitioned to medicine, obtaining his degree from the University of Nottingham in 1995, where he was honoured with the Gold Medal for best Medical student and the Marsden Prize for his exceptional contributions. He became a Fellow of The Royal College of Surgeons in 1998 and achieved Fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2002.
Since 2003, Dr Parmar has served as an Oral and Maxillofacial, Head and Neck, and Reconstructive Surgeon at the University Hospital of Birmingham. His expertise extends beyond clinical practice; he is dedicated to educating dental and medical students, as well as training future Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons.