Level 2 Diploma Course in Aesthetic Medicine - American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine

Scientific Agenda

Day 1: Monday, November 8, 2021 Faculty: Dr. Marcelo Suarez (USA) COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY & MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES
07:30 – 08:30	Registration & Continental Breakfast
08:30 – 10:30	Introduction to Dermatology
10:30 – 11:00	COFFEE BREAK
11:00 – 12:30	Sun Protection of All Skin Types Pigment Disorders Dark Circles
12:30 – 13:30	LUNCH
13:30 – 15:00	Acne Etiology Classification Complications Treatment Rosacea Causes of Rosacea Treatments Cellulite Scar Management Skin Care
15:00 – 15:30	COFFEE BREAK
15:30 – 16:30	Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures Excisional Biopsy Punch and Shave Biopsy of the Skin Subcision for Acne Scars Subcision for Cellulite Dimples Epidermal Cyst Excision Lipoma Excision Skin Tag Removal Laceration repair
16:30 – 17:00	Hands-on Workshop of Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures (using skin pads)
17:00 – 17:30	Multiple Choice Assessment Quiz on Cosmetic Dermatology & Minimally Invasive Skin Procedures
Day 2: Tuesday, November 9, 2021 Faculty: John Kim, MD (USA) PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) + MICRO-NEEDLING LITERATURE REVIEW
08:00 – 08:30	Continental Breakfast
08:30 – 10:30	Introduction Concept of Beauty Aging: The Prevalent Theory - When and Why PRP - When and Why Other Rejuvenation Techniques Rules of Rejuvenation History of PRP Development in the Last 20 Years-What does the scientific literature show? Limitations on use: FDA Guidance, ADA Position Latest use by respected institutions
10:30 – 11:00	COFFEE BREAK
11:00 – 11:30	Open Discussion and Scientific Debate
11:30 – 12:30	PRP Science and Mechanisms of Action Platelet Harvesting Reducing Platelets Poor Plasma PRP Preparation Post Treatment Instructions Contraindications and Complications
12:30 – 13:30	LUNCH
13:30 – 15:00	PRP Indications in Scientific Literature Facial Rejuvenation Hand Rejuvenation Hair Restoration Scar Treatment Acne Treatment
15:00 – 15:30	COFFEE BREAK
15:30 – 15:45	Multiple Choice Assessment Quiz on PRP-Closing Remarks and Course Evaluation
Day 3: Wednesday, November 10, 2021 Faculty: Michel Akl, MD (USA) FACIAL ANATOMY, PAIN MANAGEMENT, SCLEROTHERAPY and COMBINED TREATMENTS
08:00 – 08:30	Continental Breakfast
08:30 – 09:15	Facial Anatomy Basics on general head anatomy Understanding anatomical differences in ethnic groups Identifying vascular and neural danger zones to prevent complications
09:15 – 10:00	Interactive Workshop on Facial Anatomy Identifying facial anatomy Discussion of how treatments may vary
10:00 – 10:30	Quiz on Facial Anatomy
10:00 – 10:30	Pain Management & Nerve Blocks Facial Nerve Anatomy Trigeminal Nerve Anatomy Supraorbital, Infraorbital, Maxillary and Mandible Nerve Blocks
10:30 – 11:00	COFFEE BREAK
11:00 – 12:00	Pain Management & Nerve Blocks Cont’d Facial Nerve Anatomy Trigeminal Nerve Anatomy Supraorbital, Infraorbital, Maxillary and Mandible Nerve Blocks
12:00 – 12:30	Assessment Quiz on Pain Management and Nerve Blocks
12:30 – 13:30	LUNCH
13:30 – 15:00	Sclerotherapy Introduction to Sclerotherapy Lower Leg Vein Anatomy & Pathophysiology Treatment Options Sclerosing Agents Complications Video of Sclerotherapy Treatment
15:00 – 15:15	COFFEE BREAK
15:30 – 17:30	Combined Treatments Combining Threadlift and Dermal Fillers
Day 4: Thursday, November 11, 2021 MARKETING AND BUSINESS STRATEGIES FOR A SUCCESSFUL MEDSPA
08:00 – 08:30	Continental Breakfast
08:30 – 08:45	Introductions and Learning Objectives Marketing Strategies to increase revenue Staffing objectives Starting a medical spa How to choose the right services for your medical spa
08:45 – 10:30	Marketing Strategies for Today's Medical Spas Strategies and Concepts that have transformed medical spas, spas, and clinics worldwide Ways to increase revenue and credibility by offering new approaches Learn how to double your revenue and build customer loyalty
10:30 – 11:00	COFFEE BREAK
11:00 – 12:30	Marketing Strategies Continued Easy and effective marketing ideas How to choose the right services for today's medical spas Effective services and product development Benefits of cross-marketing services and products Public Relations companies and publicity strategies Internet strategies Efficient and cost effective marketing tools
12:30 – 13:30	LUNCH
13:30 – 15:00	Staffing The importance of the first interview "Must have" qualities of each employee How to impact employees performance with motivation The value of detailed job descriptions Tips on how to manage staff Compensation structure
15:00 - 15:30	COFFEE BREAK
15:30 - 16:30	Medical Spa Start-Up Overview Feasibility Structure Business plan Inventory management
16:30 – 16:45	Multiple Choice Assessment Quiz on Medical Spa Marketing
16:45 – 17:30	Overview of Objectives and Q&A Session
17:30 – 18:15	Commercial on MedSpa Services and Products (NON-CME)
Day 5: Friday, November 12, 2021 Faculty: John Kim, MD (USA) BOTULINUM TOXIN A & SKIN FILLERS: ADVANCED INDICATIONS AND TECHNIQUES
08:00 – 08:30	Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 10:30	Introduction: What is Beauty? Botulinum Toxin A Analysis of Facial Beauty Pharmacology of Botulinum Toxin A Frown Lines and Brow Lifting Periocular Rejuvenation Periorbital Rejuvenation Platysmal Band Rejuvenation Hyperhidrosis Management of Complications from Botulinum Toxin A injections
10:30 – 10:45	COFFEE BREAK
10:45 – 12:15	Skin Fillers Hyaluronic Acid Fillers for Facial Aesthetic Enhancement Calcium Hydroxylapatite Facial Sculpting Facial Sculpting with Poly-L-Lactic Acid Advanced Volume Restoration of the Lower Face Restoration of Lip Volume and Definition Using Facial Fillers Advanced Volume Restoration of the Aging Face Blunt Facial Cannula Technique The Role of Tropical Agents and Regional Blocks Management of Complications of Filler Injections
12:15 – 12:30	Multiple Choice Assessment Quiz Botulinum Toxin A and Skin Fillers
12:30 – 13:30	LUNCH
13:30 – 17:30	Live Demonstrations and Hands-on Workshop on Advanced Indications for Botulinum Toxin A and Skin Fillers