NEW! Speciality Focus Hands-On Workshops
Rejuvenating the Neck and Décolleté Rejuvenating the Arms and Knees Treating Cellulite - Thighs and Buttocks
Tuesday, July 12th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop:Rejuvenating the Lower Face-Lips to Neck
Required Online Prerequisites: | Steven G. Yoelin, MD ![]() Steven G. Yoelin, MDSteven Yoelin completed his undergraduate study at the University of California, Davis, where he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree. He attained his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine, where he received numerous awards for his academic and research efforts. Dr. Yoelin is a board-certified ophthalmologist, and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of California, Irvine. He currently practices in Newport Beach, California. In addition, he enjoys working in the clinical and research fields. Over the past eight years, Dr. Yoelin has developed a keen interest in the use of neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and collagen stimulators. He has long been very interested and heavily involved in the very important role that these injectables play in the field of nonsurgical facial aesthetics, and will continue to focus on this area in the future. Dr. Yoelin speaks at numerous professional events and conferences throughout the country. For example, he speaks annually at every major ophthalmology meeting regarding all FDA-approved facial injectables. In addition, he continues to actively participate in various FDA and investigator-initiated clinical trials regarding a variety of issues related to facial aesthetics. Dr. Yoelin has been the lead investigator in several pilot studies and trials that in one instance led to an entirely new FDA-approved aesthetic product at the end of 2008. Dr. Yoelin thoroughly enjoys teaching other physicians to master the administration of all the various injectable products, as well as the proper step-by-step approach and methodology needed to develop, maintain, and grow a very successful aesthetic practice. Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C ![]() Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-CNicola graduated from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, in 2003, with a Master of Physician Assistant Practice degree. She is an advanced aesthetic injector with over 17 years of experience in the field . Her work focuses on an artistic, naturalistic, and clinically safe approach with the goal of enhancing her patients’ appearance in an undetectable, yet powerful way. Nicola splits her time between her practice in Manhattan Beach, California, and traveling across the country to train other injectors. Education is one of her greatest passions. Her training model places a strong emphasis on knowledge of anatomy and safety in the use of injectable aesthetic treatments. Nicola attends advanced courses all over the world to make sure that the knowledge she shares with her students encompasses the most up-to-date and highest quality education to advance their practices. “I share everything I know with my students. I don’t hold back. If we elevate each other, this industry only gets better for us all!” Nicola is nearing completion of a book , “Anatomy Sunday: A Manual for Injectors” , a comprehensive textbook focusing on anatomy for aesthetic injectors and some of Nicola’s favorite treatment pearls. | |||
California | The Westin South Coast PlazaCosta Mesa, California | [FULL] | 399.00 | [FULL] |
Thursday, July 14th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pmNEW! | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop: Treating Cellulite - Thighs and Buttocks Featuring Poly-L-lactic Acid | Haley J. Wood, MSN, WHNP, CANS ![]() Haley J. Wood, MSN, WHNP, CANSHaley Wood is a board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner and certified aesthetic nurse specialist. With over seventeen years’ experience as a nurse practitioner and over thirteen years’ experience as an aesthetic injector, Haley offers her patients a unique combination of experience, knowledge and personal attention. She currently owns her own aesthetic practice, The Look Facial Aesthetics, in Franklin, Tennessee. Haley graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Evansville, Indiana, followed by training in trauma intensive care nursing at the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, Kentucky. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing degree at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. Haley is a national trainer and speaker for Allergan and Galderma, a member of advisory boards for Allergan, Galderma, and Revance Therapeutics, and expert faculty for PALETTE Resources. Having trained over four thousand health care providers over her career, she serves as a national resource to new and experienced injectors. In addition, she has served as educator and trainer for new hires for Allergan. One of her greatest accomplishments was serving on six occasions as lead faculty for Allergan Medical Institute meetings, where she led and trained national trainers in the correct methods of aesthetic injecting. Haley is a member of the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses, and has served as a board member, program chair, and newsletter editor for that organization. She also created the first Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) review course and study guide as a resource to help eligible nurses become certified in aesthetic nursing. She was voted among the top ten Most Loved Injectors by RealSelf, an online aesthetics resource, in 2017. She has also written an eBook, 50 Things You Need to be a Great Aesthetic Nurse, which serves as an introduction to nurses who are interested in the aesthetics field. In addition, she has served as a faculty mentor for doctoral nursing students, and assisted in the creation of a standardized checklist and intake assessment tool for use prior to dermal filler treatment called the ACIST. As a nurse entrepreneur, she manages six staff members and offers a variety of nonsurgical procedures in her medical aesthetics practice. She is also editor-in-chief of her own beauty and wellness magazine, The Look. She enjoys mentoring nurse practitioner students through clinical rotations in aesthetics since formal education venues are not available. In 2017, she created Aesthetic Masterminds, a mastermind group of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and registered nurses who own their medical practices and meet annually to share best business practices. Collaboration among peers is essential to Haley’s career. Aside from her professional accomplishments, Haley enjoys her time with her son, Will, and two goldendoodles, Annie and Wriggle. Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS ![]() Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACSGlenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Doctor Vallecillos has a Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Practice, serving as a Principal at the Haworth Institute, a think tank for aesthetic surgical innovation in Beverly Hills, California. Born and raised in Los Angeles, and son of Spanish immigrants, Doctor Vallecillos graduated from UCLA with a Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry prior to completing his clinical training at St. Bartholomew’s and the Royal London College of Medicine in London, England. Following graduation, he trained in General Surgery at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan in affiliation with the University of Michigan Medical Center. Doctor Vallecillos went on to complete his fellowship training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at The Institute for Craniofacial Surgery and Providence Hospital and St. John's Medical Center in Southfield, Michigan. Doctor Vallecillos established his practice in 2005. He has a comprehensive practice breadth spanning all areas of aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery. His focus of interest includes full facial volumetric rejuvenation, breast revision, and liposuction revision surgery. He is an expert in fractionated laser skin resurfacing, having personally performed over 2000 fractional laser procedures. He utilizes concomitant proprietary skin rejuvenation techniques, utilizing collagen induction therapy (C.I.T.) to address and diminish the stigmata of photo-aging, rhytidosis, and stretch marks. His work at the Haworth Institute focuses on the development of surgically innovative techniques with an emphasis on skincare and the prevention and reversal of soft tissue senescence. Doctor Vallecillos is a clinical investigator for Mentor Corporation and Allergan Inc. and is the Chief Treating Investigator for Coapt Systems Novielle Injectable Filler Study Doctor Vallecillos has contributed to dozens of scientific publications, and continually produces articles for national specialty journals in plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is a contributing author for the European Journal of Plastic Surgery and serves as medical consultant for InStyle Magazine and Sherdog.com. | |||
TN | Renaissance NashvilleNashville, Tennessee | 2 Seats | 399.00 |
Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Level I | Wendy W. Lee, MD, MS ![]() Wendy W. Lee, MD, MSWendy W. Lee, MD, MS, Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and Dermatology, specializes in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery with a special interest in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Lee earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara and a Master of Science degree in physiology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She completed both her residency and internship at Tulane University and a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Lee treats a broad spectrum of oculoplastic disorders, including eyelid cancers, trauma, tearing disorders, eyelid malpositions, orbital tumors, and infection and inflammation of the lids and orbit. In addition, Dr. Lee provides the full range of services offered at the Institute’s Aesthetic Center, including blepharoptosis surgery; blepharoplasty of the upper and lower lids; brow and forehead lifts; and non-surgical cosmetic enhancements, including botulinum toxin treatments, dermal fillers, and neck injections to treat the fat underneath the chin. She also performs photorejuvenation with lights and laser skin resurfacing for the face, neck, hands, and eyelids. Dr. Lee dedicates time to the teaching of residents, fellows, medical students, and community physicians. She is co-director of University of Miami Cosmetic Medicine, a multidisciplinary cosmetic group involving the departments of ophthalmology, dermatology, ears, nose, and throat (ENT), and plastic surgery. Together with her colleagues she organizes multispecialty trainings in cosmetic injectables, topical treatments, and lasers. Dr. Lee conducts research at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute with special interest in eyelid reconstruction, the aging eyelid skin, and aesthetic lasers. She also lectures around the world on oculoplastic disorders and aesthetic treatments related to the eye. She has been featured on CNN for her charitable work on patients from Third World countries. She has also been featured on local news channels such as NBC and WSFL, and is often quoted in women’s interest magazines such as Allure, Marie Claire, and Women’s Health regarding aesthetic treatments around the eyes. | |||
FL | W South BeachMiami, Florida | 2 Seats | 329.00 |
Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Level I | Ruth E. Tedaldi, MD ![]() Ruth E. Tedaldi, MDRuth Tedaldi graduated cum laude from Harvard College in 1973 where she played varsity tennis and also participated as a violinist in the Bach society. She completed her pediatrics residency at Mass General Hospital in 1983 and her Dermatology residency at Cornell University/New York Hospital in 1986. She is affiliated with numerous professional societies including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and The New England Dermatology Society. She has an active teaching schedule in aesthetic medicine and is currently affiliated with PALETTE, sponsored by Allergan, as well as a speaker/trainer for Sanofi Aventis and Medicis. She is the founding partner of Dermatology Partners, a large private practice in Wellesley MA, which is committed to total aesthetic education and medical care. She is frequently heard on Kiss 108 radio and is proud to be a new weekly face on the NECN television show: The Morning Show. Ruth Tedaldi is passionate about all aspects of Dermatology but has focused on the aesthetic treatment of the aging face. She is very interested in bringing the facts about daily skincare to her patients in an organized, responsible and reliable format. She currently lives in Boston MA with her husband, Jake, a veterinarian and is the mother of four adult sons, all of whom are currently involved in the arts. | |||
MA | Boston Marriott Long WharfBoston, Massachusetts | 3 Seats | 329.00 |
Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop:Rejuvenating the Older Lip Required Online Prerequisite: | Ellen C. Gendler, MD ![]() Ellen C. Gendler, MDDr. Ellen Gendler is a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. After receiving her B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, Dr. Gendler earned her M.D. degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City. Following an internship in Internal Medicine, she did a residency in Dermatology at the Skin and Cancer Unit of New York University (NYU), with additional training at St. John’s Hospital for Diseases of the Skin in London, England. A Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at NYU Langone Medical Center, Dr. Gendler was a co-director of its Contact Dermatitis division for many years before bringing to fruition the NYU Center for Skin Health and Appearance. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and a former trustee of the Dermatology Foundation. Dr. Gendler lectures widely at professional meetings such as those of the AAD and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and has authored a host of scientific publications. She is also actively involved in teaching injection techniques to physicians around the world, teaching residents at NYU Langone Medical Center, and serving as a preceptor for the Women’s Derm Society. She has consulted for many major corporations, such as Johnson & Johnson, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Lever Brothers, Warner-Lambert, Procter & Gamble, and Ortho Pharmaceutical, and for injectable- and neurotoxin-producing companies such as Inamed, Genzyme, Allergan, Medicis, Merz, and Galderma. Dr. Gendler was the principal investigator for Hylaform, one of the first hyaluronic acid fillers to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the United States, and participated in the clinical trials of Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) prior to its approval. A nationally ranked squash player while in college, Dr. Gendler’s hobbies are many: tennis, golf, biking, spinning, and gardening, to name a few. Her husband, Dr. James Salik, is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at NYU Langone Medical Center, and they are parents of two sons, one of whom is doing his Cardiology Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, while the other is a law student in New York City. Steven L. Davis, DO, FACOS ![]() Steven L. Davis, DO, FACOSDr. Steven L. Davis is a board-certified plastic surgeon and a Fellow in the American College of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He is in private practice at Davis Cosmetic Plastic Surgery in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The goal of Dr. Davis’ practice is to create an environment in which patients feel comfortable and relaxed. This outlook encourages patients to openly share their concerns about their face and body, and promotes a solid physician-patient rapport, enabling the best outcome to be achieved. It reflects a unique approach to patient care, which ensures that Dr. Davis remains engaged with each patient from the earliest consult to postoperative recovery and follow-up care. Dr. Davis began his surgical training at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) and Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed residencies at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), Temple University, and Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. He then traveled to Beverly Hills, California, to complete a cosmetic surgery fellowship, expand his knowledge, and learn innovative surgical techniques. Dr. Davis is Chief of Plastic Surgery at Jefferson Health in New Jersey and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at both UMDNJ and PCOM. He is past President of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons (ACOS)-Plastic Surgery Section and currently serves on the National Residency Evaluation and Standards Committee, which sets standards for residency training for ACOS. Dr. Davis is also a certified peer trainer for PALETTE Resources, Allergan, and the Galderma Aesthetics Trainer Network, and trains both physicians and nurses in the latest, most efficacious, and safest techniques of aesthetic enhancement using neuromodulators and dermal fillers. Dr. Davis describes today’s plastic surgery patients as ranging from millennials to senior citizens and being highly motivated to obtain the results they see on internet social media platforms. In his view: “My staff and I must stay current with innovative trends and concerns so we can deliver the highest quality care and results.” | |||
NY | Le Méridien New York, Central ParkNew York, New York | 2 Seats | 399.00 |
Wednesday, August 17th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop: Rejuvenation Beyond the Face Featuring Poly-L-lactic Acid Required Online Prerequisites: | Vivian W. Bucay, MD, FAAD ![]() Vivian W. Bucay, MD, FAADDr. Vivian Bucay serves on the volunteer faculty as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Bucay also teaches medical students and dermatology residents and mentors high school students who plan to pursue a career in medicine. She received her undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, and her medical degree from the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bucay completed her dermatology training at the University of Miami and the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. She practiced for 8 years in Mexico City before relocating to San Antonio, Texas, in 1999. Dr. Bucay is nationally recognized for her expertise in minimally invasive facial rejuvenation through the combined use of botulinum toxin, injectable dermal fillers, and laser skin resurfacing. She has been an invited speaker at numerous dermatologic and aesthetic meetings, including the Society of Cosmetic Physicians of Western Australia, ASPS, ASCDAS, SDEF, Tulane University’s Annual Dermatology Update and All That Jazz, Society for Dermatology Teaching Assistants, and the Texas Dermatological Society. Dr. Bucay is a member of many professional organizations and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the International Society of Dermatology, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is the author or co-author of many publications and has made numerous presentations both nationally and internationally. In 2004, Dr. Bucay was recognized as a “Texas Super Doctor” in Texas Monthly Magazine and was again awarded this honor in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008. For several years, she served as the local dermatology expert for WOAI, the NBC affiliate in San Antonio, and made numerous regular television appearances on San Antonio Living, the city’s popular morning talk show. | |||
TX | Dallas Marriott City CenterDallas, Texas | 2 Seats | 399.00 |
Tuesday, July 12th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop:Rejuvenating the Lower Face-Lips to Neck
Required Online Prerequisites: | ||||
Steven G. Yoelin, MD ![]() Steven G. Yoelin, MDSteven Yoelin completed his undergraduate study at the University of California, Davis, where he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree. He attained his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine, where he received numerous awards for his academic and research efforts. Dr. Yoelin is a board-certified ophthalmologist, and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of California, Irvine. He currently practices in Newport Beach, California. In addition, he enjoys working in the clinical and research fields. Over the past eight years, Dr. Yoelin has developed a keen interest in the use of neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and collagen stimulators. He has long been very interested and heavily involved in the very important role that these injectables play in the field of nonsurgical facial aesthetics, and will continue to focus on this area in the future. Dr. Yoelin speaks at numerous professional events and conferences throughout the country. For example, he speaks annually at every major ophthalmology meeting regarding all FDA-approved facial injectables. In addition, he continues to actively participate in various FDA and investigator-initiated clinical trials regarding a variety of issues related to facial aesthetics. Dr. Yoelin has been the lead investigator in several pilot studies and trials that in one instance led to an entirely new FDA-approved aesthetic product at the end of 2008. Dr. Yoelin thoroughly enjoys teaching other physicians to master the administration of all the various injectable products, as well as the proper step-by-step approach and methodology needed to develop, maintain, and grow a very successful aesthetic practice. Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C ![]() Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-CNicola graduated from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, in 2003, with a Master of Physician Assistant Practice degree. She is an advanced aesthetic injector with over 17 years of experience in the field . Her work focuses on an artistic, naturalistic, and clinically safe approach with the goal of enhancing her patients’ appearance in an undetectable, yet powerful way. Nicola splits her time between her practice in Manhattan Beach, California, and traveling across the country to train other injectors. Education is one of her greatest passions. Her training model places a strong emphasis on knowledge of anatomy and safety in the use of injectable aesthetic treatments. Nicola attends advanced courses all over the world to make sure that the knowledge she shares with her students encompasses the most up-to-date and highest quality education to advance their practices. “I share everything I know with my students. I don’t hold back. If we elevate each other, this industry only gets better for us all!” Nicola is nearing completion of a book , “Anatomy Sunday: A Manual for Injectors” , a comprehensive textbook focusing on anatomy for aesthetic injectors and some of Nicola’s favorite treatment pearls. | ||||
California | The Westin South Coast PlazaCosta Mesa, California | |||
[FULL] | 399.00 | [FULL] |
Thursday, July 14th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pmNEW! | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop: Treating Cellulite - Thighs and Buttocks Featuring Poly-L-lactic Acid | ||||
Haley J. Wood, MSN, WHNP, CANS ![]() Haley J. Wood, MSN, WHNP, CANSHaley Wood is a board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner and certified aesthetic nurse specialist. With over seventeen years’ experience as a nurse practitioner and over thirteen years’ experience as an aesthetic injector, Haley offers her patients a unique combination of experience, knowledge and personal attention. She currently owns her own aesthetic practice, The Look Facial Aesthetics, in Franklin, Tennessee. Haley graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Evansville, Indiana, followed by training in trauma intensive care nursing at the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, Kentucky. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing degree at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. Haley is a national trainer and speaker for Allergan and Galderma, a member of advisory boards for Allergan, Galderma, and Revance Therapeutics, and expert faculty for PALETTE Resources. Having trained over four thousand health care providers over her career, she serves as a national resource to new and experienced injectors. In addition, she has served as educator and trainer for new hires for Allergan. One of her greatest accomplishments was serving on six occasions as lead faculty for Allergan Medical Institute meetings, where she led and trained national trainers in the correct methods of aesthetic injecting. Haley is a member of the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses, and has served as a board member, program chair, and newsletter editor for that organization. She also created the first Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) review course and study guide as a resource to help eligible nurses become certified in aesthetic nursing. She was voted among the top ten Most Loved Injectors by RealSelf, an online aesthetics resource, in 2017. She has also written an eBook, 50 Things You Need to be a Great Aesthetic Nurse, which serves as an introduction to nurses who are interested in the aesthetics field. In addition, she has served as a faculty mentor for doctoral nursing students, and assisted in the creation of a standardized checklist and intake assessment tool for use prior to dermal filler treatment called the ACIST. As a nurse entrepreneur, she manages six staff members and offers a variety of nonsurgical procedures in her medical aesthetics practice. She is also editor-in-chief of her own beauty and wellness magazine, The Look. She enjoys mentoring nurse practitioner students through clinical rotations in aesthetics since formal education venues are not available. In 2017, she created Aesthetic Masterminds, a mastermind group of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and registered nurses who own their medical practices and meet annually to share best business practices. Collaboration among peers is essential to Haley’s career. Aside from her professional accomplishments, Haley enjoys her time with her son, Will, and two goldendoodles, Annie and Wriggle. Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS ![]() Glenn Vallecillos, MD, FACSGlenn Vallecillos, MD, FACS is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Doctor Vallecillos has a Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Practice, serving as a Principal at the Haworth Institute, a think tank for aesthetic surgical innovation in Beverly Hills, California. Born and raised in Los Angeles, and son of Spanish immigrants, Doctor Vallecillos graduated from UCLA with a Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry prior to completing his clinical training at St. Bartholomew’s and the Royal London College of Medicine in London, England. Following graduation, he trained in General Surgery at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan in affiliation with the University of Michigan Medical Center. Doctor Vallecillos went on to complete his fellowship training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at The Institute for Craniofacial Surgery and Providence Hospital and St. John's Medical Center in Southfield, Michigan. Doctor Vallecillos established his practice in 2005. He has a comprehensive practice breadth spanning all areas of aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery. His focus of interest includes full facial volumetric rejuvenation, breast revision, and liposuction revision surgery. He is an expert in fractionated laser skin resurfacing, having personally performed over 2000 fractional laser procedures. He utilizes concomitant proprietary skin rejuvenation techniques, utilizing collagen induction therapy (C.I.T.) to address and diminish the stigmata of photo-aging, rhytidosis, and stretch marks. His work at the Haworth Institute focuses on the development of surgically innovative techniques with an emphasis on skincare and the prevention and reversal of soft tissue senescence. Doctor Vallecillos is a clinical investigator for Mentor Corporation and Allergan Inc. and is the Chief Treating Investigator for Coapt Systems Novielle Injectable Filler Study Doctor Vallecillos has contributed to dozens of scientific publications, and continually produces articles for national specialty journals in plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is a contributing author for the European Journal of Plastic Surgery and serves as medical consultant for InStyle Magazine and Sherdog.com. | ||||
TN | Renaissance NashvilleNashville, Tennessee | |||
2 Seats | 399.00 |
Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Level I | ||||
Wendy W. Lee, MD, MS ![]() Wendy W. Lee, MD, MSWendy W. Lee, MD, MS, Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and Dermatology, specializes in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery with a special interest in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Lee earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara and a Master of Science degree in physiology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She completed both her residency and internship at Tulane University and a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Lee treats a broad spectrum of oculoplastic disorders, including eyelid cancers, trauma, tearing disorders, eyelid malpositions, orbital tumors, and infection and inflammation of the lids and orbit. In addition, Dr. Lee provides the full range of services offered at the Institute’s Aesthetic Center, including blepharoptosis surgery; blepharoplasty of the upper and lower lids; brow and forehead lifts; and non-surgical cosmetic enhancements, including botulinum toxin treatments, dermal fillers, and neck injections to treat the fat underneath the chin. She also performs photorejuvenation with lights and laser skin resurfacing for the face, neck, hands, and eyelids. Dr. Lee dedicates time to the teaching of residents, fellows, medical students, and community physicians. She is co-director of University of Miami Cosmetic Medicine, a multidisciplinary cosmetic group involving the departments of ophthalmology, dermatology, ears, nose, and throat (ENT), and plastic surgery. Together with her colleagues she organizes multispecialty trainings in cosmetic injectables, topical treatments, and lasers. Dr. Lee conducts research at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute with special interest in eyelid reconstruction, the aging eyelid skin, and aesthetic lasers. She also lectures around the world on oculoplastic disorders and aesthetic treatments related to the eye. She has been featured on CNN for her charitable work on patients from Third World countries. She has also been featured on local news channels such as NBC and WSFL, and is often quoted in women’s interest magazines such as Allure, Marie Claire, and Women’s Health regarding aesthetic treatments around the eyes. | ||||
FL | W South BeachMiami, Florida | |||
2 Seats | 329.00 |
Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Level I | ||||
Ruth E. Tedaldi, MD ![]() Ruth E. Tedaldi, MDRuth Tedaldi graduated cum laude from Harvard College in 1973 where she played varsity tennis and also participated as a violinist in the Bach society. She completed her pediatrics residency at Mass General Hospital in 1983 and her Dermatology residency at Cornell University/New York Hospital in 1986. She is affiliated with numerous professional societies including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and The New England Dermatology Society. She has an active teaching schedule in aesthetic medicine and is currently affiliated with PALETTE, sponsored by Allergan, as well as a speaker/trainer for Sanofi Aventis and Medicis. She is the founding partner of Dermatology Partners, a large private practice in Wellesley MA, which is committed to total aesthetic education and medical care. She is frequently heard on Kiss 108 radio and is proud to be a new weekly face on the NECN television show: The Morning Show. Ruth Tedaldi is passionate about all aspects of Dermatology but has focused on the aesthetic treatment of the aging face. She is very interested in bringing the facts about daily skincare to her patients in an organized, responsible and reliable format. She currently lives in Boston MA with her husband, Jake, a veterinarian and is the mother of four adult sons, all of whom are currently involved in the arts. | ||||
MA | Boston Marriott Long WharfBoston, Massachusetts | |||
3 Seats | 329.00 |
Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop:Rejuvenating the Older Lip Required Online Prerequisite: | ||||
Ellen C. Gendler, MD ![]() Ellen C. Gendler, MDDr. Ellen Gendler is a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. After receiving her B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, Dr. Gendler earned her M.D. degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City. Following an internship in Internal Medicine, she did a residency in Dermatology at the Skin and Cancer Unit of New York University (NYU), with additional training at St. John’s Hospital for Diseases of the Skin in London, England. A Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at NYU Langone Medical Center, Dr. Gendler was a co-director of its Contact Dermatitis division for many years before bringing to fruition the NYU Center for Skin Health and Appearance. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and a former trustee of the Dermatology Foundation. Dr. Gendler lectures widely at professional meetings such as those of the AAD and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and has authored a host of scientific publications. She is also actively involved in teaching injection techniques to physicians around the world, teaching residents at NYU Langone Medical Center, and serving as a preceptor for the Women’s Derm Society. She has consulted for many major corporations, such as Johnson & Johnson, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Lever Brothers, Warner-Lambert, Procter & Gamble, and Ortho Pharmaceutical, and for injectable- and neurotoxin-producing companies such as Inamed, Genzyme, Allergan, Medicis, Merz, and Galderma. Dr. Gendler was the principal investigator for Hylaform, one of the first hyaluronic acid fillers to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the United States, and participated in the clinical trials of Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) prior to its approval. A nationally ranked squash player while in college, Dr. Gendler’s hobbies are many: tennis, golf, biking, spinning, and gardening, to name a few. Her husband, Dr. James Salik, is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at NYU Langone Medical Center, and they are parents of two sons, one of whom is doing his Cardiology Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, while the other is a law student in New York City. Steven L. Davis, DO, FACOS ![]() Steven L. Davis, DO, FACOSDr. Steven L. Davis is a board-certified plastic surgeon and a Fellow in the American College of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He is in private practice at Davis Cosmetic Plastic Surgery in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The goal of Dr. Davis’ practice is to create an environment in which patients feel comfortable and relaxed. This outlook encourages patients to openly share their concerns about their face and body, and promotes a solid physician-patient rapport, enabling the best outcome to be achieved. It reflects a unique approach to patient care, which ensures that Dr. Davis remains engaged with each patient from the earliest consult to postoperative recovery and follow-up care. Dr. Davis began his surgical training at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) and Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed residencies at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), Temple University, and Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. He then traveled to Beverly Hills, California, to complete a cosmetic surgery fellowship, expand his knowledge, and learn innovative surgical techniques. Dr. Davis is Chief of Plastic Surgery at Jefferson Health in New Jersey and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at both UMDNJ and PCOM. He is past President of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons (ACOS)-Plastic Surgery Section and currently serves on the National Residency Evaluation and Standards Committee, which sets standards for residency training for ACOS. Dr. Davis is also a certified peer trainer for PALETTE Resources, Allergan, and the Galderma Aesthetics Trainer Network, and trains both physicians and nurses in the latest, most efficacious, and safest techniques of aesthetic enhancement using neuromodulators and dermal fillers. Dr. Davis describes today’s plastic surgery patients as ranging from millennials to senior citizens and being highly motivated to obtain the results they see on internet social media platforms. In his view: “My staff and I must stay current with innovative trends and concerns so we can deliver the highest quality care and results.” | ||||
NY | Le Méridien New York, Central ParkNew York, New York | |||
2 Seats | 399.00 |
Wednesday, August 17th, 2022 - 5:00pm - 9:30pm | ||||
Specialty Focus Workshop: Rejuvenation Beyond the Face Featuring Poly-L-lactic Acid Required Online Prerequisites: | ||||
Vivian W. Bucay, MD, FAAD ![]() Vivian W. Bucay, MD, FAADDr. Vivian Bucay serves on the volunteer faculty as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Bucay also teaches medical students and dermatology residents and mentors high school students who plan to pursue a career in medicine. She received her undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, and her medical degree from the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bucay completed her dermatology training at the University of Miami and the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. She practiced for 8 years in Mexico City before relocating to San Antonio, Texas, in 1999. Dr. Bucay is nationally recognized for her expertise in minimally invasive facial rejuvenation through the combined use of botulinum toxin, injectable dermal fillers, and laser skin resurfacing. She has been an invited speaker at numerous dermatologic and aesthetic meetings, including the Society of Cosmetic Physicians of Western Australia, ASPS, ASCDAS, SDEF, Tulane University’s Annual Dermatology Update and All That Jazz, Society for Dermatology Teaching Assistants, and the Texas Dermatological Society. Dr. Bucay is a member of many professional organizations and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the International Society of Dermatology, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is the author or co-author of many publications and has made numerous presentations both nationally and internationally. In 2004, Dr. Bucay was recognized as a “Texas Super Doctor” in Texas Monthly Magazine and was again awarded this honor in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008. For several years, she served as the local dermatology expert for WOAI, the NBC affiliate in San Antonio, and made numerous regular television appearances on San Antonio Living, the city’s popular morning talk show. | ||||
TX | Dallas Marriott City CenterDallas, Texas | |||
2 Seats | 399.00 |