AMT ADVISORY BOARD

Dr. Pankaj Tiwari・Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Pankaj Tiwari is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast reconstruction with advanced microsurgical techniques. Aside from flap techniques, he is also well-versed in the surgical treatment of lymphedema. He balances science and art by providing safe, long-lasting but aesthetically-pleasing results for the breast, body, face, and skin. He is licensed by both the State Medical Board of Ohio and United States Medical Licensing Examination. Dr. Tiwari has more than 15 years of plastic surgery experience.

Eric Eye • Licensed Tattoo Artist, Medical Tattoo Specialist

Eric Eye is a tattoo artist of over 30 years. His skills in portrait painting and realistic tattooing led to a focus in restorative art for Medical Tattooing. His practice is based in Seattle, Washington US and also travels to bring this specialty to other areas of the country.

“This work is too important to cancer survivors and others to be trusted to anything but the most skilled of hands. The work is a passion of mine, as is keeping the standards in the industry extremely high.” - Eric Eye, Licensed Tattoo Artist

Dr. Jeffrey Cassisi- UCF Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Jeffrey E. Cassisi is a Professor and a member of the UCF Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program faculty. He obtained his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 1987 from the University of Florida. He is licensed in the States of Florida and North Carolina. He has published over 60 articles and chapters in the areas of psychophysiology, health psychology, neuropsychology, pain rehabilitation and psychology training issues. In addition, he has over 75 conference presentations in those areas as well. Dr. Cassisi has served as ad hoc reviewer for several journals and he serves on the editorial board of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback. Dr. Cassisi is a member of American Psychological Association. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in health psychology, cognitive assessment, and psychopathology. His current and future research priorities are to examine the influence of cultural factors in the practice of medicine and health psychology, and to combine his psychophysiological and multicultural interests into studies of pre-chronic and chronic disease

Tanya Buxton- Tattoo Artist & MTA Charity Founder- UK

Tanya began her career as a traditional tattoo artist in 2009. She has travelled all over the world working at various tattoo studios and conventions, establishing herself firmly within the tattoo industry. She progressed into Cosmetic and Medical Tattooing in 2015, offering a wide range of tattoo treatments for brows, eyeliner, lips, scalp, areola and scars; as is a UK registered provider with Bupa and Vitality for her areola tattooing services.

Tanya’s extensive knowledge and experience in tattooing make her a highly skilled and versatile artist. Her passion for her craft is inspiring, and she is an industry leader in her field as she continues to push the boundaries of tattooing and help to improve the quality and standards within the more specialised fields of cosmetic and medical tattooing.

Tanya has enjoyed a successful tattooing career thus far and has been published in several magazines, books, podcasts and online blogs both in the UK and internationally, including the Wall Street Journal, VICE, BBC News, BBC Radio, Total Tattoo Magazine, Inked Australia, and Tattoo Life Magazine. 

Tanya works closely within the breast cancer and BRCA community, working alongside many breast cancer charities, support groups and medical facilities with her areola and mastectomy tattooing services; she also works closely with the transgender community and holds regular clinics at the prestigious London Transgender Clinic offering gender affirming cosmetic and medical tattoos. 

She is also the founder of The Mastectomy Tattooing Alliance; a registered charity dedicated to supporting the breast cancer and BRCA community, by providing funding, skilled artists and education for Mastectomy Tattoos.

Terri Coutee・Founder DiepC Foundation

Terri Coutee is the Founder and Director of the 501c3 nonprofit organization DiepCFoundation.org providing support, education, and resources for those affected by breast cancer facing mastectomy. She is a two-time breast cancer survivor. After her second diagnosis, double mastectomy, and successful delayed DIEP flap breast reconstruction she made the decision to open the nonprofit organization. Her focus is fostering patient engagement in cancer care. She is the co-lead on the World Health Innovation Summit shared decision-making expert group. Terri hosts the DiepCJourney podcast interviewing patient advocates, healthcare professionals, and individuals interested in the survivorship journey to provide resources and lived stories to listeners. She believes patients should make informed decisions about every step of their reconstructive process, including selection of a trained medical tattoo artist.