Eugene Helveston

Dr. Eugene Helveston, a former pediatric ophthalmologist and author, shares his fascinating journey with botulinum toxin— from its origins as a deadly poison linked to food poisoning to a billion-dollar beauty treatment known as Botox. He discusses pioneering experiments that first used the toxin to treat eye spasms and highlights the daring innovations that led to its cosmetic popularity. The conversation also explores Botox's medical applications, showcasing how one man's vision transformed a lethal substance into a life-changing medical marvel.