Laser & Aesthetic Skin Therapy: What’s The Truth?

October 22-23, 2022
Presented in a Live Streaming Program

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Key takeaways to expect:

Sessions led by master clinicians

Learn new laser treatment paradigms and emerging technologies

Highest Rated CME

This program has sold out in previous years due to limited seating, but the new virtual platform provides the opportunity for everyone to attend, as it eliminates the need to travel 

Earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and ECMECs®

Enhance your skills and knowledge while earning CME

Dermatologists, plastic surgeons, facial plastics and ophthalmologists can rely on this program for the latest advances and techniques in laser and aesthetic skin therapy

Designed for

  • Dermatologists
  • Plastic Surgeons
  • Ophthalmologists
  • Otolaryngologists

Learning objective:

  • Identify safe practices of laser surgery therapy and its role in clinical practice.
  • Evaluate potential complications and mistakes when using lasers for aesthetic procedures.
  • Outline appropriate treatment modalities and duration of action required for laser and dermal filler injections that minimize complications and deliver optimal patient outcomes.
  • Assess the risks and benefits involved in performing dermal filler injections.
  • Analyze controversies in the field of laser surgery and aesthetic skin therapy.
  • Summarize new and emerging technologies for laser surgery and aesthetic skin therapy treatment.
Saturday, October 22, 2022
LASER & AESTHETIC BASICS:

7:30 AM
Introduction and Welcome
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD
R. Rox Anderson, MD
7:40 AM
Principles of Energy-Based Device-Skin Interactions: Introduction to Energy-Based Devices 
R. Rox Anderson, MD
8:15 AM
Safety 101: Keep You and Your Patients Safe¹
Suzanne L. Kilmer, MD
8:30 AM
Overview of Lasers, Light Sources and Energy-Based Devices
E. Victor Ross, MD
9:00 AM
Questions and Discussion
9:15 AM
Break and Rejuvenation Exercises²
9:30 AM
Red Alert: Lasers and Lights for Rosacea and Telangiectasia
Arielle Kauvar, MD
9:50 AM
Update on Tattoo Removal¹
Kelly J. Stankiewicz, MD, FAAD
10:10 AM
Splitting Hairs: Update on Laser Hair Reduction
Omar A. Ibrahimi, MD, PhD
10:30 AM Questions and Discussion
10:40 AM
Break and Stretch
10:50 AM
Pigmented Lesions and Photoaging: My Approach
E. Victor Ross, MD
11:15 AM
Line It Up: Treatment of Rhytides
Suzanne L. Kilmer, MD
11:40 AM
Clinical Endpoints
Molly Wanner, MD, MBA
11:55 AM
Questions and Discussion
12:10 PM
Lunch Break

FOCUS ON REJUVENATION: NON-ABLATIVE, ABLATIVE AND FRACTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES: WHERE DO WE STAND?

1:00 PM
Non-Ablative and Ablative Fractional Resurfacing: How to Combine Multiple Devices to Achieve the Best Clinical Results
Roy G. Geronemus, MD
1:30 PM
Ablative Resurfacing: Still the Gold Standard?
Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS
1:50 PM
Tissue Tightening: What’s the Truth?
Arisa Ortiz, MD, FAAD
2:10 PM
Microneedling and RF
Catherine M. DiGiorgio, MD, MS
2:25 PM
Questions and Discussion
2:45 PM
Break and Rejuvenation Exercises²

MEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF LASER AND LIGHT SOURCES

3:00 PM
Surgical, Laser and Other Treatments of Scars: New Advances Transforming the Way We Treat Scars¹
E. Victor Ross, MD
3:20 PM
Research and Treatment: Advances in Hemangiomas and Port-Wine Stains
J. Stuart Nelson, MD, PhD
3:40 PM
Lasers and Energy-Based Treatments for Acne: Do Device-Based Treatments for Acne Work?
Fernanda H. Sakamoto, MD, PhD
3:50 PM
Incorporating Fractional Drug Delivery into Your Daily Practice
Merete Haedersdal, MD, PhD, DMSc
4:00 PM Photodynamic Therapy: A European Perspective
Merete Haedersdal, MD, PhD, DMSc
4:10 PM
Questions and Discussion
4:20 PM
Break

TREATING SKIN OF COLOR

4:35 PM
Treating Skin of Color: Expert Consult
Andrew F. Alexis, MD, MPH
4:55 PM
Clinical Cases: Treatment of Melasma
Henry H.L. Chan, MD, PhD, FRCP
5:10 PM
Treatment of Dyschromia and Pigmented Lesions in Asian Patients: How to Optimize Your Results
Henry H.L. Chan, MD, PhD, FRCP
5:20 PM
Questions and Discussion

OPEN DISCUSSION — CME CREDIT IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS SESSION

5:35 PM
Ask Me Anything: The Merits of Lasers, Light Sources, Energy-Based Devices and Injectibles

Note: Program changes/substitutions may be made without notice. To view the most up-to-date agenda, please visit the course website.

¹Qualifies for Risk Management Credits
²Optional Wellness Activity

Sunday, October 23, 2022
7:25 AM
Introduction: Day 2
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD

BODY IS THE NEW FACE

7:30 AM
Body Contouring: Targeting Fat and Muscle
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD
7:55 AM
Body Tightening: Energy-Based Devices and Injectables
Jeremy B. Green, MD
8:05 AM
Treatment of Cellulite: What’s The Truth?
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD
8:20 AM
Questions and Discussion
8:35 AM
Break

SPECIAL SESSIONS: CHEMICAL PEELS AND ADVANCED APPLICATIONS OF DEVICE-BASED TREATMENTS

8:45 AM
Chemical Peels: Video Demonstrations
Kaichu Lee, MD
9:10 AM
Advances in Hair Restoration: Surgery, Robots, Platelet-Rich Plasma – What’s the Truth?
Marc R. Avram, MD
9:30 AM
Questions and Discussion
9:40 AM
Break and Rejuvenation Exercises²

PRACTICE PEARLS

9:55 AM
#Lasers: Social Media and Marketing Tips
Sandra Lee, MD, FACS, FAAD
10:10 AM
What’s the Fallacy?: Incorrect Dogmas in Aesthetics¹
Omar Ibrahimi, MD, PhD
Kelly Stankiewicz, MD
10:35 AM
3D Precision Laser for Pigmentation
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD
10:40 AM
Treatments Using Nanopulse Technology
Yakir Levin, MD, PhD
10:45 AM
Tissue Microcoring
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD
10:50 AM
Robotic Laser Surgery
R. Rox Anderson, MD
10:55 AM
Questions and Discussion
11:10 AM
Break

WORKSHOP ON SOFT TISSUE FILLERS AND BOTULINUM TOXINS

11:20 AM
Anatomical Guide for Botulinum Toxin Injection
Sebastian Cotofana, PhD
11:40 AM
Indications and Potential Complications for Soft Tissue Augmentation: What You Need To Know¹
Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD
12:20 PM
Lunch Break
1:20 PM
Soft Tissue Fillers: Video Demonstrations
Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS
Jean Carruthers, MD
Nowell Solish, MD, FRCP
2:05 PM
Questions and Discussion
2:30 PM
Break and Rejuvenation Exercises²

SPECIAL SESSION

2:45 PM
Thread Lifts
Catherine M. DiGiorgio, MD, MS
3:00 PM
Approach to Male Aesthetics
Jean Carruthers, MD
3:15 PM
Questions and Discussion
3:25 PM
Break and Stretch

COMPLICATIONS

3:30 PM
Law: Complications and the Mistakes We Make¹
Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD

CUTTING EDGE

4:00 PM
New and Innovative Applications for Laser and Light Sources
R. Rox Anderson, MD
Dieter Manstein, MD, PhD
4:25 PM
Questions and Discussion
4:40 PM
Break and Stretch

OPEN DISCUSSION — CME CREDIT IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS SESSION

4:50 PM
Ask Me Anything: The Merits of Lasers, Light Sources, Energy-Based Devices and Injectibles

Note: Program changes/substitutions may be made without notice. To view the most up-to-date agenda, please visit the course website.

¹Qualifies for Risk Management Credits
²Optional Wellness Activity

Course Directors

R. Rox Anderson, MD

Professor of Dermatology — Harvard Medical School
Director — Wellman Center for Photomedicine MGH

Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD

Associate Professor of Dermatology — Harvard Medical School
Faculty Director — Dermatology, Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Training at Harvard Medical School
Director — MGH Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery
Affiliate Faculty — Wellman Center for Photomedicine MGH
Past President —American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery

H. Ray Jalian, MD

Associate Course Director

Private Practice — Los Angeles, CA

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Laser & Aesthetic Skin Therapy: What’s The Truth?

October 22–23, 2022
Presented in a Live Streaming Program

Why not save a little money? Get exclusive discount with coupon code: SAVE5