Dr Frances Pitsilis

25/10/2026

NEW ZEALAND HEALTH STRATEGY FOR OLDER PEOPLE

Below I discuss what I propose to help our population age well, and prevent the many chronic diseases of ageing.

I give examples of my cases and describe how to go about doing this from my own experience, study and qualifications

I hope you for it interesting - perhaps it will stimulate conversation and debate.

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Always consult your own health professional

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Dr Frances Pitsilis

With our ageing population and on top of it, the reducing fertility...

24/10/2026

Why Choose a Doctor-Led Cosmetic Clinic?

Cosmetic treatments such as fillers, anti-wrinkle injections, and advanced skin treatments are not just beauty treatments — they are medical procedures involving delicate facial anatomy.

That’s why many patients feel more comfortable choosing a doctor-led clinic.

A doctor-led clinic offers:

✔ Medical expertise and safety oversight
✔ Careful treatment planning
✔ The ability to manage complications if they occur
✔ A focus on natural, thoughtful results

At Skinfresh in Milford, treatments are guided by Dr Frances Pitsilis, a GP and cosmetic doctor who combines aesthetic medicine with a deep understanding of skin health, hormones, and overall wellbeing. They have a full suite of safety equipment and protocols.

Because when it comes to your face, experience and safety should always come first.

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22/10/2026

Well Woman: A prescription for Lifelong Health (2024) by Dr. Frances Pitsilis is a highly rated, holistic guide offering evidence-based advice for women to optimize their health, manage hormones, and age well. It covers diet, stress, and lifestyle changes beyond traditional medicine.
Key Takeaways and Features
• Target Audience: Women seeking answers on changing bodies, hormones, and finding vitality.
• Core Topics: Focuses on hormonal balance, stress management, sleep, and anti-aging.
• Holistic Approach: Combines conventional medicine with nutritional biochemistry, and practical tips on diet and lifestyle.
• Accessibility: Described as "easy to read" and a practical "toolbox".
What Reviewers Say
• Positive Feedback: Readers have described it as a "must read" that is informative and packed with actionable advice, with some noting they wish they could visit the author in person.
• Value: It is viewed as a comprehensive, well-researched guide aimed at helping women improve their quality of life, ranging from young women to those navigating menopause.
• Perspective: Dr. Pitsilis brings over 30 years of experience as an integrative medicine doctor to the text, ensuring a blend of scientific evidence and practical clinical experience.
Note: There are other books titled "The Well Woman," but the 2024 publication by Dr. Frances Pitsilis is the primary new, comprehensive holistic women's health book matching recent trends

Well Woman is available in all good bookshops in New Zealand, online and also on Amazon for International readers. It is available as an ebook.

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20/10/2026

Start your holistic skin health journey with an instant Liquid Facelift at Skinfresh

At Skinfresh, we believe in a holistic approach to skin ageing, focusing on collagen stimulation, skin quality, and long-term skin health.

But we also understand that many patients like to begin their rejuvenation journey with visible improvement straight away.

That’s where a carefully performed liquid facelift using dermal fillers can help.

✨ Restores facial structure
✨ Softens deeper lines
✨ Creates a refreshed appearance
✨ Natural-looking results.

Once that foundation is created, we can continue with treatments such as:

• Laser Genesis
• Titan® skin tightening
• Exion® skin rejuvenation
• Profhilo®, Sunekos®, Dermapen4, and PRP.

The result is a program that delivers both immediate improvement and long-term skin health.

📍 Skinfresh Clinic – Milford, Auckland North Shore 0800SKINHEALTH

Book a consultation to begin your personalised Skinfresh rejuvenation plan.
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18/10/2026

Easy Body contouring for Confidence at Skinfresh with TruScultpt ID

COMPARISON

Fat freezing treatments became popular for non-surgical fat reduction — but many patients find the experience uncomfortable.

Common complaints include:

• suction and freezing discomfort
• bruising and numbness
• uneven results
• rare complications such as paradoxical fat enlargement.

At Skinfresh Clinic, we prefer a more comfortable and modern approach: TruSculpt® iD.

✨ No freezing
✨ No suction
✨ Comfortable warming treatment
✨ 15-minute sessions for up to 3 areas at once
✨ No downtime
✨ Reduces up to 24% of fat cells in treated areas.

Dr Frances Pitislis deeply researches treatments before she brings them into the clinic. TruSculpt iD uses advanced radiofrequency technology to safely target stubborn fat while fitting easily into busy lives.

📍 Skinfresh Clinic – Milford, Auckland North Shore 0800 SKINHEALTH
Book your consultation today and discover what TruSculpt iD can easily do for you. The more areas you treat, the lower the area price.

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18/10/2026

Easy Body contouring for Confidence at Skinfresh with TruScultpt ID

COMPARISON

Fat freezing treatments became popular for non-surgical fat reduction — but many patients find the experience uncomfortable.

Common complaints include:

• suction and freezing discomfort
• bruising and numbness
• uneven results
• rare complications such as paradoxical fat enlargement.

At Skinfresh Clinic, we prefer a more comfortable and modern approach: TruSculpt® iD.

✨ No freezing
✨ No suction
✨ Comfortable warming treatment
✨ 15-minute sessions for up to 3 areas at once
✨ No downtime
✨ Reduces up to 24% of fat cells in treated areas.

Dr Frances Pitislis deeply researches treatments before she brings them into the clinic. TruSculpt iD uses advanced radiofrequency technology to safely target stubborn fat while fitting easily into busy lives.

📍 Skinfresh Clinic – Milford, Auckland North Shore 0800 SKINHEALTH
Book your consultation today and discover what TruSculpt iD can easily do for you. The more areas you treat, the lower the area price.

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17/10/2026

HOLISTIC MEDICAL HAIR LOSS CLINIC - SKINFRESH AND REGENERATIVE MEDICINE INSTITUTE WITH DR FRANCES PITSILIS

Have you noticed your hair becoming thinner?
Many women over 45 are surprised to discover that hair thinning is one of the most common concerns during menopause and healthy ageing.

The good news is that hair loss is often not simply "getting older."
Hormonal changes, thyroid problems, iron deficiency, stress, illness, rapid weight loss and nutritional factors along with stress can all contribute.

At Skinfresh, along with Dr Frances Pitsilis we look beyond the hair itself to identify possible underlying causes and develop a personalised treatment plan that is holistic and medically based. This an important foundation you won't find elsewhere.

Our approach combines medical expertise, menopause care, longevity medicine and advanced hair restoration treatments.
If you've noticed:
✓ A widening part line
✓ Increased shedding
✓ Thinner ponytail
✓ Reduced hair volume
✓ Loss of confidence about your hair

There may be options available to help by starting from internal health - look at the stage you are at in your health, at your age, and with any health issues which incidentally end up being helped along the way to restoring hair growth.

Consider the following:
- health consultation with specific blood testing
- hormone assessment - including s*x hormones and thyroid
- metabolic testing including inflammatory markers and prevention of diabetes along with help for weight loss

This extensive examination and help is only available here.

Because feeling good and looking good should go hand in hand.

Contact Skinfresh to learn more about our Women's Hair Restoration Programme. 0800SKINHEALTH

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16/10/2026

⚠️ WARNING: EXOSOME TREATMENTS ⚠️ Exosome skin treatments are being heavily marketed as “natural” and “cutting-edge” for anti-ageing, pigmentation, hair loss and skin rejuvenation – but there are NO FDA‑approved exosome products for skin, and serious reactions have already been reported in medical literature.

One published case: A healthy 46‑year‑old had exosomes via microneedling and injections at a spa. Within days she developed multiple itchy lumps, granulomatous inflammation, foreign‑body and hypersensitivity reactions, early scarring, and needed oral steroids plus multiple steroid injections. This was not a minor reaction – and long‑term cosmetic consequences are possible.

Key concerns: • Many exosomes come from donor tissue – you are putting another person’s biological material into your skin • Long‑term safety is unknown • Product quality and contents can vary • Immune or inflammatory reactions may appear later Popularity does NOT equal proven safety.

If you want collagen stimulation and skin rejuvenation, there are safer, better‑studied options – for example, Platelet‑Rich Plasma (PRP) using your own blood, significantly reducing allergy and foreign‑body risk.

Before any “regenerative” treatment, always ask: “Do we have good evidence that this is BOTH safe and effective?” With exosomes, the answer is still no.

Any clinic offering exosome treatments is following fashion, not science. Please be careful with your skin and your health.

For independent, evidence‑based advice and safer alternatives, talk to us at Skinfresh. 📞 0800 SKINHEALTH 📅 Book online: https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0-3460

13/10/2026

IS METFORMIN GOOD OR BAD?
There has been a lot of discussion on social media about metformin, and some of it has been negative, particularly around possible side effects, especially at higher doses.
At the same time, metformin may also offer important benefits for some people.
In this video, I explain both the potential benefits and the possible downsides of metformin, so you can make up your own mind with a more balanced understanding.
As always, please consult your own health professional for personal medical advice.
This video is for education and information only. If you find it helpful, please share, like, and subscribe.

The audio is also available at the usual podcast sites.

Dr Frances Pitsilis

Metformin has been controversial or even rubbished in some quarters...

12/10/2026

DR FRANCES PITSILIS LONGEVITY AND PREVENTION CONSULTATION

You might be well now. But wondered how you can stay well and prevent the problems that run in your family or the problems that come with age.

Dr Frances has been a doctor for 45 years and is trained in Longevity and prevention

This is a comprehensive 2 hour consultation.

Please see this link for further information

A two-hour consultation with Dr Frances Pitsilis to assess your current health and future health risks and plan for prevention. $1,150 including administration.