Workshop Schedule

September 2010

4-Day Workshop Package: $2,900

September 23 - September 26

Location: 
MATC Campus
400 Newport Center Dr. #210
Newport Beach , CA 92660

September 23, 2010

9am-10:45 am: Session One:
Basic Science of Chemical Peels - Microdermabrasion
This opening session on basic science will discuss the structure and function of the skin, and the histologic changes that occur in the skin. Curriculum will describe the science behind various peeling agents used in aesthetic medicine and their role in chronologic aging or environmental aging.

Faculty:
Donn Hickman, M.D.,Aesthetically you Plastic Surgery Center

Topics:

• Retinoic acid (Retin A)
• Jessner's solution
• Resorcinol
• Malic
• Trichloroacetic acid (TCA)
• Alpha Keto acids (pyruvic acid)
• Phenol

10:45am-11:00am Break

11:00am-1pm: Session Two:
Consultation and clinical skills
This session will address the many types of patients, and patient concerns. What effect will the peel have on the patients life-style. What risk or associated with the peel. Patient education, consent forms, post care instructions, digital photos, and documentation.

Topics:

• Concentration of the peeling agent
• How many coats of the agent are applied
• Technique of application
• How the skin was primed preceding the peel
• Anatomic location of the peel
• Duration of contact with the skin

1:00pm-2:00pm: Lunch

2:00pm-3:00pm: Session Three:
Microdermabrasion and superficial skin resurfacing
One of important tools in a aesthetic practice is offering a variety of treatments that have little or no downtime. This session will address the scientifically and histologically improvement of the surface of the skin and integrity of underlying layers using microdermabrasion.

Faculty:
Ann Gibson, BSN,RN, PHN, Julia Pettis, Esthetician, Beth Ulbrich,RN

Topics:

• History and origins of microdermabrasion
• Various systems
• Analyzing the skin
• Patient expectations
• Combination therapies

3:00pm-4:30: Session Four:
Consultation and clinical skills
The clinical segment is working one-on-one focusing on microdermabrasion technique, including pressure, stroke angles,number of passes, and tautness of the skin.
Topics:

• Preparing the patient
• analyzing the skin
• machine settings
• technique and number of passes

4:30pm-5:00pm: CEU exam (8 units)

September 24, 2010

9:00am-10:45am: Session One:
Basic Fundamentals of photo-medicine
(lasers, and other light sources)
This comprehensive session will provide a full understanding of light energy, wavelengths, characteristics and applications. Expert faculty will discuss new techniques as well the clinical results of and guidance of patient selection to achieve a more positive patient experience and outcome.

Faculty:
Beth Ulbrich, RN, Aesthetic Nurse, laser clinical educator, Ann Gibson, BSN,RN,PHN, Amelia Naccarto-Coleman, PA-C, Tracy Mathews, DNP,RN

Topics:

• Physics and Safety
• Chromatophore therapy
• Hair removal
• Spider veins
• Pigmentation
• Body Sculpting

10:45am-11:00am Break

11:00am-1pm: Session Two:
Consultation and clinical skills
This session will continue the comprehensive review of the leading procedures and technologies used in treating dermatological conditions, acne, vascular lesions, and anti-aging skin treatments.

Topics:

• Patient consultation
• Consent documentation
• Pre and Post Laser Patient Care
• Selecting Optimal Technology
• Treatment of Ethnic Skin
• Attendees demonstrate clinical skills

1:00pm-2:00pm: Lunch

2:00pm-5:00pm: Session Three:
Continuation of clinical skills

5:00pm: workshop concluded

September 25, 2010

9:00am-10:00am: Session One:
Tattoo Removal
This session will discuss various wavelengths and equipment used for tattoo removal.

Faculty:
Beth Ulbrich, RN, Aesthetic Nurse, laser clinical educator, Ann Gibson, BSN, RN, PHN, Amelia Naccarto-Coleman, PA-C, Tracy Matthews, DNP, RN

Topics:

• Tattoo removal market
• Various types of tattoo ink
• Histology
• Selection of equipment
• Patient consultation
• Pre and post patient care
• Photos and documentation
• Demonstration provided by faculty

10:00am-11:30am: Session Two:
Energy-Based Anti-Aging Treatments
This session will discuss energy-based skin treatments for skin resurfacing. Techniques and applications as well next generation technology. Skin resurfacing is expected to be the largest aesthetic market with an average growth of 19.3% for 2009-2012. Experts will discuss new techniques and applications as well as the clinical results of various fractional technologies and guidance on patient selection.

Topics:

• Combination therapies
• Treatment updates for ethnic skin
• Advancements in Radio-frequency and laser technology
• Fractional Resurfacing
• Patient consultation
• Pre and post patient care
• Documentation
• Demonstration provided by faculty

11:30am-11:45am: Break

11:45am-1:00pm
Attendees demonstrate clinical skills

1:00pm-2:00pm: Lunch

2:00pm-4:30pm
Attendees demonstrate clinical skills

4:30pm-5:00pm: CEU exam (16 units)

September 26, 2010

9:00am-10:45am: Session One:
Understanding the Science and applications of Botulinumtoxin A, Botox cosmetic, and Dysport
This session will provide a review on botulinumtoxin A, currently available, covering their similarities and differences.

Faculty:
Oksana Fursovich, BS, RN,  Ann Gibson, BSN, RN, PHN, Amelia Naccarto-Coleman, PA-C

Topics:

• Mechanism of action
• Dilution and storage
• Injection techniques
• Facial structures
• Consulting the patient
• Patient expectations
• Consents
• Documentation
• Fee structures

10:45am-11:00am: Break

11:00am-1:00pm: Session Two:
Attendees demonstrate clinical skills

1:00pm-2:00pm: Lunch

2:00pm-3:00pm: Session Three:
Understanding the Science of Facial Injectables and applications
This session will provide a review of dermal fillers and facial shaping products currently available in both the U.S. and Europe, covering their similarities and differences. Expert faculty members will discuss how to effectively use a variety of injectables while producing satisfied patients and minimizing complications.

Topics:

• Volumizing and Collagen Stimulation
• Duration of products
• Injection techniques
• Dispersion profile
• Mold-ability
• Patient education
• Usage and avoidance of complications
• Consents
• Photos
• Documentation

3:00pm-4:30pm
Attendees demonstrate clinical skills

4:30pm-5:00pm: CEU exam (8 units)
Certificates Issued

Limited seating for Optimum Teacher/Student Ratio