A member of the Meyer Clinic team at reception, beside the clinic's award certificate

About

Meet the Team

Meyer Clinic was founded by Clinical Director Dr Annelize Meyer, and our team of doctors, consultants, therapists, and clinic managers brings together the experience, expertise, and empathy needed to support you on your journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

Dr Annelize Meyer

Founder and Clinical Director

Dr Annelize Meyer

Dr Annelize has over 20 years of experience in aesthetic practice and female wellbeing. She designed her new purpose-built clinic in March 2023, housing 12 clinical rooms, offering a luxurious, focused space for treatment.

Dr Annelize has always thought that the interconnection between female health, aesthetics and wellbeing was critical, leading her to build a multi-disciplinary clinic with a 360 approach, looking after the whole person.

From the start of her career her emphasis has been on female health and wellbeing, complemented by extensive training in aesthetics, female health and functional medicine. Her clinical practice has extended to wellness checks for men and children.

Dr Annelize qualified in South Africa, at the University of Pretoria in 1998. She then completed post-graduate training in England, achieving diplomas in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Family Planning and Reproductive Health, Joint General Practice accreditation and Dermatology with distinction, a theory course in menopause care from the British Menopause Society, AFMCP training in Functional Medicine, and a DNA Life certification.

Further training has included bio-identical hormone training with the Marion Gluck Institute. Her private practice was preceded by her work as a GP within the NHS.

She is a member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine and the Independent Doctors Federation, and associates with the British Menopause Society and the Institute for Functional Medicine.

MB ChB, DRCOG, DFFP, JCTGP, Dip Dermatology, AFMCP-UK, DNALife, BHRT

The team

The team behind your appointment

Whether you are exploring aesthetic treatments, booking a private GP consultation, seeking support for menopause and hormonal health, skin optimisation or looking for wellbeing guidance, our team combines clinical expertise with a warm, patient-centred approach. Registered with the CQC, we are proud to deliver a full-service experience, from medical and aesthetic treatments to preventative health screening, all designed around you.

Jemma Parnell

Jemma Parnell

Practice Manager

BA, HND Business

Jemma is our Meyer Clinic Practice Manager and has 11 years’ experience of Managing a Private Hospital and deep expertise in Work Force Management and Customer Relations.

Overseeing the daily operations at Meyer Clinic, she is highly skilled in Clinical Governance, Healthcare, Customer Experience, and Customer Service and has chaired Patient Experience Groups and audits. She brings all her knowledge to ensure the patient journey at Meyer Clinic is extremely positive with the highest levels of client satisfaction possible.

Dr Olivia Goncalves

Dr Olivia Goncalves

General Practitioner

MBBCh, BSc, RCGP

Dr. Olivia has over nine years of experience in both General Practice and hospital medicine for routine and emergency care, has a passion for Aesthetic Medicine, and delivers high-quality, patient-centred care.

Expert in delivering preventative care services, offering comprehensive consultations, diagnosing, and managing acute and long-term conditions alongside simpler concerns, Dr Olivia is available for both in-person and online consultations at Meyer Clinic.

Her Post Graduate training with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine came from a belief that feeling good in your skin is just as important as physical health, and she offers holistic treatments with a safety-first approach working with patients to enhance their natural beauty in subtle, thoughtful ways, helping them feel confident, refreshed, and truly themself.

Dr Olivia offers GP Services, Medical Testing, Skin Condition Minor Surgery & Medical Facial Services at Meyer Clinic.

Dr Olivia Goncalves Qualifications:

Postgraduate Certificates

Basic Life Support (BLS): Adults and Paediatrics – 2024

American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine Certificate – 2019

American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine Diploma –2019

Degrees and postgraduate qualifications

Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) | 2021 –2024

MBBCh | University of the Witwatersrand | 2013 –2016

BSc in Physiology & Comparative Anatomy | University of the Witwatersrand | 2010 –2012

Awards & Certificates

John Cameron Allan Award for Top Overall Student in Human Biology III.

Certificates of Achievement:

Psychology I (Merit), Physiology II (First Class), Comparative Biology II & III (Merit).

Donna Canaway

Donna Canaway

Front of House

Donna serves as Meyer Clinic’s Front of House, where she greets every patient with genuine warmth and compassion. With more than 20 years of experience in customer-facing roles, she brings exceptional patient-centric focus and unwavering dedication to ensuring that each individual’s journey at Meyer Clinic is truly outstanding.

Charlotte Wooden

Charlotte Wooden

Nursing Associate

With 15 years of NHS experience across a range of hospital wards and GP settings, Charlotte has developed strong clinical skills, excellent patient care values and a thorough understanding of individual healthcare needs.

As a qualified Nursing Associate, Charlotte brings professionalism, compassion and a positive, energetic approach to Meyer Clinic. Charlotte will support aesthetic consultations, assist with treatments, provide attentive aftercare and ensure every client receives a safe, comfortable, and personalised experience while maintaining the highest standards of care.

Elysia Gill

Elysia Gill

Clinical and Administration Assistant

With over five years of experience working in private healthcare, Elysia has broadened her expertise in Sport and Exercise Science to include qualifications as a phlebotomist, personal trainer, and health assessor.

Elysia is passionate about helping individuals improve their overall health through a personalised and evidence-based approach. Her warm, professional manner and depth of knowledge make her a valuable addition to Meyer Clinic team.

Clare Love

Clare Love

Receptionist

Clare brings over 20 years of experience in customer-facing roles to Meyer Clinic. With a warm, approachable manner, she takes pride in making every patient feel welcome, comfortable and valued from the moment they arrive.

As part of the reception team, Clare is dedicated to providing attentive, personal service and helping each patient's visit run smoothly, ensuring they feel supported throughout their time at the clinic.

Professor Ali M. Ghanem

Professor Ali M. Ghanem

Consultant Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

MD, PhD, FRCS (Plast)

Professor Ali Ghanem is a consultant aesthetic plastic surgeon and Founder and Director of The Ghanem Clinic in London. He is internationally recognised for his clinical and academic contributions to facial aesthetic surgery, regenerative medicine, and aesthetic education.

Professor Ghanem completed his surgical training with the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh and England, and obtained his PhD in Developmental and Stem Cell Biology from University College London. He has undertaken further training and fellowships at leading international institutions, including University College London, Queen Mary University of London, the University of Glasgow, and the University of Toronto.

He currently holds the position of Visiting Professor of Aesthetic Medicine at Ulster University, where he established the Department of Facial Aesthetics and serves as Programme Lead for the Master’s in Facial Aesthetics.

He previously held an academic appointment at Queen Mary University of London. He has also held visiting professorships at the University of Barcelona and the Cardarelli Biotechnology Centre in Naples.

His clinical practice focuses on endoscopic and deep-plane facelift surgery, advanced laser and energy-based device treatments, regenerative injectables and fat grafting, and minimally invasive techniques for total facial harmonisation. He is the originator of the Total Facial Refresh™ protocol, an integrated approach to facial harmonisation.

Professor Ghanem is also Founder and Director of the Academy of Aesthetic Regenerative Medicine, which provides advanced training for surgeons and practitioners in evidence-based aesthetic practice. His academic contributions have been recognised with the Arnold Huddard Medal of the Craniofacial Society of Great Britain and Ireland, and the Education Excellence Innovation Award from the London Deanery.

At the 2025 Aesthetic Medicine Awards, he was named Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year (Surgeon), with The Ghanem Clinic recognised as Aesthetic Clinic of the Year for both London and the United Kingdom.

He lectures regularly at international scientific meetings and serves as a key opinion leader to industry partners in the pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors.

Miss Varajini Joganathan

Miss Varajini Joganathan

Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon and Ophthalmic Specialist

MBChB, FRCOphth, FEBO

Raji is an accomplished consultant ophthalmological (eye) surgeon, having trained at the University of Dundee and with the deanery at Cambridge University.

She has worked as an accredited professional with numerous clinical and surgical teams in the UK and Europe and holds fellowships of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the European Board of Ophthalmologists as well as membership of the British Oculoplastic Surgical Society.

Raji specialises in oculo-facial surgery, including eyelid, tear duct and eye socket surgeries.

Her approach is caring, approachable and warm, putting patients at ease, understanding their concerns, and providing bespoke recommendations for clients seeking treatment for cosmetic and eye-related issues.

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