The Art & Science of Fillers and Injectables - AGENDA
September 10-11, 2011 – Chicago, IL
Co-Directors: Murad Alam, MD and Ashish Bhatia, MD and Jeffrey T.S. Hsu, MD
As a sponsor accredited by the ACCME, ASDS must ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its
educational activities. ASDS is committed to providing dermatologic surgeon learners
with fair and balanced continuing medical education.
The purpose of this course is to familiarize participants with latest advances in dermal fillers and injectables and the
appropriate techniques for their use in patient care.
Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
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Identify new techniques and advances in dermal fillers and injectables
Select appropriate fillers and injectables to recommend to patients
Describe the applications and techniques of new treatments to add predictability and safety to procedures
Demonstrate and describe the various techniques and approaches for use of dermal fillers and injectables
Summarize and address peri-procedure assessment and possible complication
ACGME/ABMS DESIRABLE PHYSICIAN ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIES:
The ASDS acknowledges the need for CME content to be designed within the context of desirable physician
attributes as expressed by the ACGME/ABMS Core Competencies and the Dermatology Residency Committee.
Aligned with Criterion # 6 of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education’s Provider Requirements for
CME, the ASDS has developed the content of this educational activity to address the ACGME/ABMS Core
Competencies according to the following list:
Patient Care
Practice-based Learning and Improvement
Medical Knowledge
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
Professionalism
Systems-based Practice
That is compassionate, appropriate and
effective for the treatment of health problems
and the promotion of health.
About established and evolving biomedical,
clinical and cognate (e.g. epidemiological and
social behavior) sciences and the application of
this knowledge to patient care.
As manifested through a commitment to carry
out professional responsibilities, adherence to
ethical principles and sensitivity to a diverse
patient population.
That involves investigation and evaluation of their
own patient care, appraisal and assimilation of scientific
evidence and improvement in patient care.
That result in effective information exchange and teaming
with patients, their families and other health professionals.
As manifested by actions that demonstrate an awareness
of and responsiveness to the larger context and system for
health care and the ability to effectively call on system
resources to provide care that is optimal value.
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Course Faculty and Disclosures:
The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery controls the content and production of this live CME activity and
attempt to ensure the presentation of balanced, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for
Commercial Support established by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), faculty,
abstract reviewers, paper presenters/authors, planning committee members, staff and any others involved in
planning the educational content and the significant others of those mentioned must any relationship they or their coauthors have with commercial interests which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial
relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 12 months that create a conflict of
interest.
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Murad Alam, MD – has no relationships with commercial interests
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Vince Bertucci, MD, FRCPC – has a consulting relationship with Allergan, Medicis and Proctor & Gamble;
has received honoraria from Allergan, Medicis, Merz and Proctor & Gamble
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Sue Ellen Cox, MD – has a consulting relationship with Allergan, Coapt, Contura, Guidepoint Global,
Medicis and Ultrashape; Review Board–Botox®Cosmetic NEF; serves as faculty for OrthoNeutrogena,
Advances in Cosmetic Therapy Initiative; Webinar-Tria Beauty Inc; Pilot Study-Photocure ASA; ReviewerCabochon Aesthetics Inc
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Amy Derick, MD – has no relationships with commercial interests
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Naomi Lawrence, MD – has relationships with commercial interests
Ashish Bhatia, MD – has a consulting relationship with OrthoDermatologics, Merz and Suneva and has
received honoraria from OrthoDermatologics and Merz
Jeffrey T.S. Hsu, MD – has a consulting relationship and has received honoraria with Allergan, BioForm,
Merz and Suneva and has received research funding with Allergan and Suneva
Melanie Palm, MD, MBA – has received honoraria from Lumenis, Medicis and Sanofi-aventis
Rebecca C. Tung, MD – has received honoraria from Medicis and Merz
Course Schedule:
DAY 1: SATURDAY
Patient Care
Practice-based Learning and Improvement
Medical Knowledge
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
Professionalism
7:00 – 8:00 am
Registration and Networking Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:10 am
Introductions and Course Overview
Murad Alam, MD and Ashish Bhatia, MD
8:10 – 8:45 am
Facial Anatomy
Melanie Palm, MD, MBA
8:45 – 12:00 noon
Current Fillers and Injectables:
8:45 – 9:15 am
Botulinum Toxins Overview
Amy Derick, MD
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9:15 – 9:45 am
The Hyaluronic Acid Family and Calcium Hydroxylapatite, Poly-L-lactic Acid
Murad Alam, MD
9:45 – 10:15 am
Long Term Fillers and Implants: Silicone, Collagen-PMMA and Permanent Implants
Vince Bertucci, MD, FRCPC
10:15 – 10:30 am
Break ~ Visit the Exhibits
10:30 –11:00 am
Customizing and Combining Treatments to Meet Your Patients’
Expectations
Naomi Lawrence, MD
11:00 – 11:45 am
How Would You Treat This Patient? Canada vs. USA
Sue Ellen Cox, MD and Vince Bertucci, MD, FRCPC
11:45 – 12:00 noon
Panel Discussion with Questions and Answers
All Faculty
12:00 noon – 1:00 pm
Networking Lunch ~ Visit the Exhibits
1:00 – 5:45 pm
My Technique:
Patient Demonstrations with Questions from the Audience
1:00 – 1:15 pm
Nerve Block and Anesthesia
~ injecting: Ashish Bhatia, MD ~narrator: Naomi Lawrence, MD
1:15 – 1:40 pm
My Technique for Treating Marionette Lines and the Pre-Jowl Sulcus
~ injecting: Jeffrey T.S. Hsu, MD ~narrator: Ashish Bhatia, MD
1:40 – 2:05 pm
My Technique for Treating the Forehead and Glabellar Regions
~ injecting: Melanie Palm, MD, MBA ~narrator: Sue Ellen Cox, MD
2:05 – 2:30 pm
My Technique for Treating Periorbital Lines
~ injecting: Murad Alam, MD ~narrator: Naomi Lawrence, MD
2:30 – 2:45 pm
Break ~ Visit the Exhibits
2:45 – 3:10 pm
My Technique for Treating Nasolabial and Perioral Areas
~ injecting: Amy Derick, MD ~narrator: Sue Ellen Cox, MD
3:10 – 3:35 pm
My Technique for the Perfect Lip
~ injecting: Amy Derick, MD ~narrator: Melanie Palm, MD, MBA
3:35 – 4:10 pm
My Technique for Aging Hands
~ injecting: Ashish Bhatia, MD ~narrator: Jeffrey T.S. Hsu, MD
4:10 – 4:35 pm
Advanced Techniques: The Non-Surgical Face Lift
~ injecting: Rebecca C. Tung, MD ~narrator: Amy Derick, MD
4:35 – 4:50 pm
Panel Discussion and Questions and Answers
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4:50 - 5:45 pm
Hands-On Training Using High-Fidelity Cutaneous Surgical Models
~All faculty for Instruction and Discussion
5:45 pm
Day 1: Adjourns
DAY 2: SUNDAY
Patient Care
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
Medical Knowledge
Professionalism
7:30 – 8:00 am
Networking Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 am
Integrating Fillers and Injectables into Your Practice
Rebecca C. Tung, MD
8:30 – 9:00 am
Marketing to Your Patients
Naomi Lawrence, MD
9:00 – 9:20 am
What’s On the Horizon for Dermal Fillers and Botulinum Toxins?
Vince Bertucci, MD, FRCPC
9:20 – 9:50 am
Panel Discussion with Questions and Answers
Ashish Bhatia, MD, Jeffrey T.S. Hsu, MD and Melanie Palm, MD, MBA
9:50 – 10:30 am
Avoiding and Treating Complications
Sue Ellen Cox, MD
10:30 – 10:45 am
Break ~ Visit the Exhibits
10:45 – 11:45 am
Hands-on Training Using High-fidelity Cutaneous Surgical Models
~All faculty for instruction and discussion
11:45 am – 12:00 noon
Questions and Answers
12:00 noon
Course Adjournment
Note:
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Schedule and faculty are subject to change
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No video or audio recording is allowed without the permission of ASDS
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Presentation materials are for viewing only, and may not be distributed, copied or downloaded in any way
Accreditation Statement and Credit Designation:
The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to
provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery designates this live activity
for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of
their participation in this activity.
ASDS Fair and Balanced Education Statement:
As a sponsor accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the ASDS must adhere to the
ACCME Guidelines throughout its overall CME program. ASDS must ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all
its educational activities. ASDS is committed to providing dermatologic surgeon learners with fair and balanced continuing medical
education, and requires that all faculty members complete the Disclosure of Interest and Faculty Attestation forms. Our accreditation is
important to us. We look forward to working together to provide CME of the highest standard.
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