LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  • Describe anatomical changes associated with facial aging, in order to better assess the aesthetic and clinical needs of patients
  • Recognize the gender and ethnic variations of facial anatomy and the perception of beauty/aesthetics in order to relevantly assess and customize nonsurgical facial rejuvenation
  • Identify the optimal placement of injectable agents, in order to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the face and optimize treatment outcomes
  • Recognize the anatomical relationship of critical vascular and neurologic structures within the face, in order to assure patient safety and avoid treatment complications

Target Audience:

This program has been developed for dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and ophthalmologists, as well as other physicians, nurses, and physician assistants who have an interest in gaining and/or increasing their knowledge and technical skill to perform facial aesthetic procedures with injectable agents.


FACULTY:

Katharine E. Alter, MD
Senior Physiatrist
Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland

Charles M. Boyd, MD, FACS
Private Practice
Birmingham, Michigan

Jody Anne Comstock, MD
US Dermatology Partners
Skin Spectrum
Tucson, Arizona

Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD, FAAD
Private Practice
Los Angeles, California

Peter Palhazi, MD
Department of Anatomy, Histology, and Embryology
Semmelweis University
Budapest, Hungary
Plastic Surgery Training Program
Department of Plastic Surgery
University of Pécs
Pécs, Hungary

Jonathan M. Sykes, MD, FACS
Professor Emeritus
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
University of California, Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, California
Private Practice
Beverly Hills, California

Steven G. Yoelin, MD
Private Practice
Newport Beach, California

CME Peer Reviewer
Victor B. Hatcher, PhD
Associate Dean
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx, New York

Nurse Planner
Rhoda San Jose, DNP, MS, RN-BC
Manager, Clinical Learning Network
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, New York

Planner
Carol Tucker, MSc (Hons.), CMPP, CHCP
Senior Vice President, Scientific Affairs
Scientiae, LLC
New York, New York


Conflict of Interest Statement

The Conflict of Interest Disclosure Policy of Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience any relationship(s) with a pharmaceutical, product or device company.

Any presenter who has disclosed relationships that prove to create a conflict of interest with regard to their contribution to the activity will not be permitted to present.

Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center also requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States.

Faculty Disclosures:

Katharine E. Alter, MD, has disclosed that she has received royalty payments from Demos Medical Publishing.

Charles M. Boyd, MD, MBA, FACS, has received fees for non-CME/CE services from Allergan, Galderma, Evolus, BTL, and Revance Therapeutics, Inc. He has received consulting fees from Allergan, Revance Therapeutics, Inc, and Evolus and speaker fees from Allergan and Galderma. He has served as an investigator for BTL. Dr. Boyd has disclosed that he may reference unlabeled/unapproved uses of deoxycholic acid, botulinum toxins, and dermal fillers in his presentation.

Jody Anne Comstock, MD, has received fees for non-CME/CE services from Allergan, Evolus, Galderma, skinbetter science®, Revance Therapeutics, Inc, TouchMD , and Endo Aesthetics . She has served on advisory boards for Allergan, Evolus, Galderma, Revance Therapeutics, Inc, skinbetter science®, TouchMD, and Endo Aesthetics. She has received speaker fees from Allergan, Galderma, and skinbetter science®. Dr. Comstock has disclosed that she may reference unlabeled/unapproved uses of deoxycholic acid, botulinum toxins, and dermal fillers in her presentation.

Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD, has received fees for non-CME/CE services from Allergan, Galderma, and Merz. She has received speaker fees from Allergan, Galderma, and Merz. She has also performed contracted research for Allergan. Dr. Fitzgerald has disclosed that she may reference unlabeled/unapproved uses of deoxycholic acid, botulinum toxins, and dermal fillers in her presentation.

Peter Palhazi, MD, has received fees for non-CME/CE services from Ipsen and Springer Publishing Company. He has received speaker fees from Ipsen and royalty payments from Springer Publishing Company.

Jonathan M. Sykes, MD, FACS, has no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose. Dr. Sykes has disclosed that he may reference unlabeled/unapproved uses of deoxycholic acid, botulinum toxins, and dermal fillers in his presentation.

Steven G. Yoelin, MD, has received fees for non-CME/CE services from Allergan, Endo, Galderma, Merz, Revance Therapeutics, Inc., and Suneva Medical. Dr. Yoelin has received consulting fees from Allergan, Endo, Galderma, and Revance Therapeutics Inc, and has performed contracted research for Allergan, Endo, and Merz. He has also served as a promotional speaker for Allergan and Suneva Medical. Dr. Yoelin has disclosed that he may reference unlabeled/unapproved uses of deoxycholic acid, botulinum toxins, and dermal fillers in his presentation.

Victor B. Hatcher, PhD*, has indicated no conflict of interest.
Rhoda San Jose, DNP, MS, RN-BC**, has indicated no conflict of interest.
Carol Tucker, MSc (Hons.), CMPP, CHCP***, has indicated no conflict of interest.

*CME Peer Reviewer
**Nurse Planner
***Planner
This CME activity discusses the off-label use of botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid–based dermal fillers, and calcium hydroxylapatite.


AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center and Scientiae, LLC, fully intend to comply with the legal requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act. If any participant in this activity is in need of special accommodations, please contact P.A.L.E.T.T.E. Resources at least two weeks prior to the activity at 800-401-0291.


ACCREDITATION STATEMENT:

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center and Scientiae, LLC. Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.


Designation Statement

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 2.5 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

PHYSICIANS
Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

NURSES
Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2.5 contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.


This activity is jointly provided by Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center and Scientiae, LLC

Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Scientiae Scientiae

Supported by an educational grant and in-kind contribution of disposable and biological supplies from Allergan Aesthetics, an Abbvie company, in-kind equipment from FUJIFILM VisualSonics, Inc., and an educational grant for in-kind contribution of disposable and injectable supplies from DermaSculpt by Cosmofrance.


TERM OF APPROVAL:

Initial Approval: May 26, 2021 – May 25, 2023
First Renewal: May 26, 2023
Second Renewal: May 26, 2024
Expiration Date: May 25, 2025

METHOD OF PARTICIPATION:

To receive a maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, you should:

  1. 1. View all the video modules in this CME activity and evaluate the content presented
  2. 2. Complete and submit the CME posttest, evaluation form and registration form

Earn CME Credit


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STATEMENT REGARDING PRIVACY AND SECURITY OF LEARNER RECORDS

All learner records (including test scores, attendance, evaluations, case studies, and other identified learning materials) shall be kept private and secure, whether in hardcopy or digital format, using a reasonable standard of diligence. In the event of a breach of learner privacy, learners shall be notified immediately. In addition, every effort shall be made to ensure compliance with HIPAA standards for the personal medical privacy of healthcare patients and study subjects.