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Patrick Treacy is an Irish physician specializing in aesthetic medicine.[1][2] He is recognized for his contributions to the field of cosmetic procedures and has gained particular attention for his treatment of high-profile clients, including Michael Jackson during the singer's stay in Ireland in 2006, and introducing hyaluronidase protocols to the field of aesthetic medicine.[1][2][3][4]

Biography

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Patrick Treacy was born in 1950 in Garrison, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. [1][2] His parents operated a shop, garage, and fuel station in the area. During his early years, Treacy attended Queens University in Belfast at the height of the Northern Ireland conflict, commonly referred to as "The Troubles." In interviews, he has spoken about an attack by paramilitary forces, which led to an injury during his university years, prompting him to transfer to the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in Dublin to complete his medical studies.[3][4][5][6]

In 1990, during Saddam Hussein's rule, Treacy worked as a health doctor at Ibn 'al Bitar Hospital in Baghdad. While traveling through Kurdistan to report on the Halabja gas attacks, he was detained by the Iraqi Army near Erbil and held for five days.[6][7] Treacy began his medical career in Dublin in the late 1980s. He was later relocated to New Zealand,[6] where he served as a respiratory and cardiology registrar at Dunedin Hospital. [8][5] His international career included work as a ship’s surgeon in Florida and as a flying doctor with the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia in the 1990s.[8][5][9][3][10]

In 2000, Treacy founded the Ailesbury Clinic in Dublin, one of the pioneering facilities for cosmetic medicine in Ireland. He later expanded, opening a second clinic in Cork in 2005. The clinic provides a range of aesthetic services, and Treacy has become well-regarded within the field for his work in managing aesthetic complications. In 2003, he won the professional medical media category at the GlaxoSmithKline Medical Media Awards.[8][5][9][3][10]

In his memoir, The Needle and the Damage Done, Treacy discusses the impact of the 2008 Irish economic recession on his business and his clients, some of whom faced financial and emotional hardships as a result of the downturn.[8][5][9][3][10]

Affiliation with Michael Jackson

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Treacy was the aesthetic doctor for Michael Jackson during the pop star's extended stay in Ireland in 2006. According to Treacy, Jackson reached out to him due to his charitable work in Africa. Treacy has stated that he developed a friendship with Jackson, who expressed interest in collaborating on a concert in South Africa to support children affected by HIV/AIDS.  In 2009, Treacy was listed as a potential witness in the trial of Conrad Murray , Jackson’s physician, but was ultimately not called to testify.[8][5][9][3][10] In interviews, Treacy shared that he administered the anesthetic propofol under controlled conditions twice during Jackson's cosmetic procedures.[8][5][9][3][10][11][12][13]

Publications and Contributions

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Patrick Treacy has authored and contributed to multiple publications focused on aesthetic medicine, including the management of complications arising from cosmetic procedures. His notable works include:[14][15][16]

  • Behind the Mask (2015), co-authored with Frances Kenny, which provides insights into his career and high-profile clientele.[14]
  • Prevention and Management of Aesthetic Complications (2022), a textbook on best practices in aesthetic treatments.[14]

Charitable works

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Aside from his clinical work, Treacy has been active in charity, particularly in African countries where he has contributed medical services and advocated for healthcare improvements.[15][17][18] His work has focused on promoting awareness of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment[17], an interest that resonated with Michael Jackson’s humanitarian goals during their association.[17][19][20][18][21]

Awards

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Following is the list of his awards: [8][5][9][3][10][22][18][21]

  • Winner – “Irish Man of The Year 2024” (2024)
  • Winner – Recognition of Excellence and Outstanding Contribution (Dubai, UAE, 2024)
  • Winner – Lifetime Achievement Award (Shenzhen, China, 2024)
  • Winner – Top Aesthetic Clinic in Ireland (Cork, Ireland, 2024)
  • Winner – Top Global Pioneer Aesthetic Clinic (Dublin, Ireland, 2024)
  • Winner – Top UK & Ireland Aesthetic Clinic (London, UK, 2024)
  • Winner – Top UK & Ireland Aesthetic Doctor (London, UK, 2024)
  • Winner – Top Aesthetic Clinic (Ireland, Dublin, 2023)
  • Winner – Top Aesthetic Doctor (Dublin, Ireland, 2023)
  • Winner – Top Global Master Trainer in Aesthetic Medicine (Karachi, Pakistan, 2023)
  • Winner – PAADS Award ‘Outstanding Contributions to Aesthetic Medicine’ (Karachi, Pakistan, 2023)
  • Winner – Irish Healthcare Centre Award ‘Best Aesthetic Clinic in Ireland’ (Dublin, Ireland, 2023)
  • Winner – GHP Global Excellence Award ‘Best Aesthetic Clinic in Ireland’ (London, UK, 2023)
  • Winner – Tia Maria ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ (Cork, Ireland, 2023)
  • Winner – Tia Maria ‘Top Aesthetic Doctor in Ireland’ (Cork, Ireland, 2023)
  • Winner – AIDA Trophy ‘Outstanding Contributions to Aesthetic Medicine’ (Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 2022)
  • Winner – MyFaceMyBody ‘Top Global Medical Practitioner’ (Las Vegas, USA, November 2019)
  • Winner – MyFaceMyBody ‘Top UK & Ire Medical Practitioner’ (Las Vegas, USA, November 2019)
  • Winner – AMEC Anti-aging & Beauty Trophy ‘Best Global Clinical Case’ (Monaco, October 2019)
  • Winner – Irish Healthcare Award ‘Best Medical Aesthetic Clinic’ (Dublin, Ireland, September 2019)
  • Winner – MyFaceMyBody ‘Scientific Contributions to the Aesthetic Industry’ (London, UK, March 2018)

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Medical Council - Search-Results". web.archive.org. 2023-12-05. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
  2. ^ a b c "Medical Council - Search-Results". web.archive.org. 2023-12-05. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h Stojan, Jon (2024-01-16). "The revolution of hyaluronidase: Charting Dr. Patrick Treacy's contribution to aesthetic medicine". Digital Journal. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
  4. ^ a b "Aesthetic Medicine - Awards for Dr Patrick Treacy". Aesthetic Medicine. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
  5. ^ a b c d e f g h Conference, The Scottish Aesthetic. "The Scottish Aesthetic Conference". The Scottish Aesthetic Conference. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  6. ^ a b c Fitzpatrick, Richard (2015-10-03). "Michael Jackson's former doctor, Dr Patrick Treacey, reflects on his life so far". Irish Examiner. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  7. ^ "Doc freed from Saddam jail after James Joyce chat is cheered on return to Iraq". The Irish Sun. 2023-05-10. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  8. ^ a b c d e f g https://www.laweekly.com/dr-patrick-treacy-author-aesthetic-medicine-pioneer-and-humanitarian/
  9. ^ a b c d e f https://worldathletics.org/athletes/united-states/patrick-treacy-14650499
  10. ^ a b c d e f "Aesthetic Medicine - Awards for Dr Patrick Treacy". Aesthetic Medicine. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  11. ^ http://www.imt.ie/opinion/guests/2010/05/realising-the-potential-for-cosmetic-medicine-at-sea.html
  12. ^ "Cosmetic surgeon Patrick Treacy tells how his wealthy clients were driven to suicide by economic crash". SundayWorld.com. 2021-06-20. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  13. ^ "Dr. Patrick Treacy - CBAM". Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  14. ^ a b c https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B0137AWCXW
  15. ^ a b "Dr Patrick Treacy | Author". www.austinmacauley.com. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  16. ^ "Dr Patrick Treacy releases new book entitled 'The Living History of Medicine'". Aesthetic Medicine. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  17. ^ a b c "Dr Patrick Treacy". The Tweakments Guide. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  18. ^ a b c "Dr. Patrick Treacy and Ailesbury Clinics - Elevating Aesthetic Medicine to New Heights". The Washington Times. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  19. ^ "Patrick TREACY | Profile". World Athletics. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  20. ^ "JCCP welcomes Dr. Patrick Treacy as Key Opinion Leader". JCCP. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  21. ^ a b "Fermanagh doctor awarded Lifetime Achievement in Aesthetic Medicine". Impartial Reporter. 2023-05-12. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  22. ^ "Dr. Patrick Treacy - CBAM". Retrieved 2024-12-04.
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