AIA Advanced Cadaver Course

Safety Is More Than Skin Deep

Safe, confident injections come from a deep understanding of facial anatomy. See beneath the surface with a hands-on cadaver dissection lab and a live in-person introduction to ultrasound for injectors. This two-day medical aesthetic training course will help established and advanced injectors take the next leap in skill and safety.

This facial aesthetics anatomy and technique course features:

✓Classroom instruction from some of the leading trainers in the field;
✓Focus on common areas of concern including tear troughs, temple and jaw;
✓A hands-on cadaver lab giving attendees a 3-D understanding of facial anatomy.

The Academy for Injection Anatomy Advanced Cadaver Course is approved for 13 CME hours for physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice registered nurses and registered nurses.

The Academy for Injection Anatomy Advanced Cadaver Course is approved for 13 CME hours for physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice registered nurses and registered nurses.

This activity is jointly provided by Global Education Group and American Med Spa Association.

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    Target Audience

    The educational design of this activity addresses the needs of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of patients with undergoing medical aesthetic procedures.

    Statement of Need/Program Overview

    The sessions are designed to increase participants knowledge and competence and give them techniques that can be directly applied to their performance in their practice to increase positive patient outcomes and avoid complications using the latest advances in treatment.

    Educational Objectives

    After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

    • Identify the anatomical areas prone to adverse events if neurotoxin or dermal fillers are injected improperly.
    • Recognize the three-dimensional architecture of the face as it related to facial injection procedures.
    • Cite the rheological properties in Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers.
    • Discuss the complications from dermal filler injections.
    • Outline the topographic vascular anatomy of the facial artery and the superficial temporal artery.
    • Describe the ligamentous and layered anatomy of the temple, tear trough, midface, lips, and jawline.
    • Discuss the fat compartments of the face relative to facial injection procedures including the unique behavior of the deep and superficial fat compartments during the aging process.
    • Describe the layered anatomy of the nose with particular emphasis on the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) and the vasculature.

    Program Agenda

    Click to view agenda.

    Physician Accreditation Statement

    This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Global Education Group (Global) and American Med Spa Association. Global is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    Physician Credit Designation

    Global Education Group designates this live show for a maximum of 13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    Nursing Continuing Education

    Global Education Group is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

    This educational activity for 13 contact hours is provided by Global Education Group. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    Global Contact Information

    For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact Global at 303-395-1782 or cme@globaleducationgroup.com.

    Instructions for Obtaining Credit

    In order to receive credit, participants must attend the full live event and complete the final evaluation. Certificates will be emailed within 4 to 6 weeks after the event has ended.

    System Requirement (not required if attendees do not need to use technology)

    PC
    1.4 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or faster processor (or equivalent)
    Windows 10, 8.1 (32-bit/64-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
    512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)

    Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or later, Windows Edge browser, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome

    For HTML Client – Google Chrome (v70.0 & above), Mozilla Firefox (v65.0 & above), and Edge (v42.0 & above)

    MAC
    1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo or faster processor
    512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)
    MAC OS X 10.12, 10.13 and 10.14

    Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Google Chrome

    For HTML Client – Google Chrome (v70.0 & above), Apple Safari (v12.0 & above), and Mozilla Firefox (v65.0 & above)


    Fee Information& Refund/Cancellation Policy

    • All registration fees are in U.S. dollars. Registrations will NOT be processed without full payment.
    • No refunds: all sales are final. In cases of emergency (as determined by AmSpa) that prevent you from attending the event, your AmSpa account can be credited the amount of your registration. This credit can be used toward any future AmSpa hosted event within one year of the date of the original registered event. Cancellation made less than 10 days prior to the event will be subject to a $150 fee per registrant. In the event AmSpa cancels the Medical Spa Show or experiences a force majeure event beyond AmSpa’s control that prohibits the event from taking place in any fashion, AmSpa may, at their sole discretion issue refunds or credits to all attendees.

    Disclosures of Relevant Financial Relationships

    Global Education Group (Global) adheres to the policies and guidelines, including the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE, set forth to providers by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and all other professional organizations, as applicable, stating those activities where continuing education credits are awarded must be balanced, independent, objective, and scientifically rigorous. All persons in a position to control the content of an accredited continuing education program provided by Global are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company within the past 24 months to Global. All financial relationships reported are identified as relevant and mitigated by Global in accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE in advance of delivery of the activity to learners. The content of this activity was vetted by Global to assure objectivity and that the activity is free of commercial bias.

    All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

    Faculty Disclosures

    George Baxter-Holder

    Nothing to disclose

    Carl Clarke

    Nothing to disclose

    Michelle Doran

    Nothing to disclose

    Kevin Harrington

    Nothing to disclose

    Morgan Renfro

    Nothing to disclose

    Sarah Safa

    Consulting Fee : Allergan Aesthetics, MTF Biologics, ReVance Aesthetics, Sciton

    Contracted Research: ReVance Aesthetics

    Honoraria: Allergan Aesthetics, MTF Biologics, ReVance Aesthetics, Sciton

    Speakers' Bureau: Allergan Aesthetics, MTF Biologics, ReVance Aesthetics

    Christopher Surek

    Consulting Fee: Galderma, Allergan, Revance, Cyprus Medical

    Hermine Warren

    Nothing to disclose

    Steven Weiner

    Consulting: Galderma

    Contracted Research: Galderma

    Honoraria: Clarius Mobile Health

    Speakers' Bureau: Clarius Mobile Health, Galderma, Tixel

    Anita Wolf

    Honoraria: Galderma

    The planners and managers at Global Education Group have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

    The planners and managers at American Med Spa Association have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

    Disclosure of Unlabeled Use

    This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. Global Education Group (Global) and American Med Spa Association do not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications.

    The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.

    Disclaimer

    Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.

    Why Attend

    "We learn a lot of anatomy in books throughout our careers but this has been a really good experience in translating the books into real life."

    Iris Graham, PA, Owner, Millefiori Skin Care

    "I do not believe that any injector should be practicing on a live patient until they are actually able to dissect a face and look at the anatomy."

    Stephanie Porter, ANP-C, Owner, Tenth Avenue Aesthetics

    As an injector I think we all sometimes get lost in what product to use, what area, what technique, what depth and this course has covered all of that so eloquently.

    Shelby Miller, APRN, DNP

    Owner, Ruma Medical Aesthetics

    The cadaver lab was great. We had the opportunity to work closely in small groups, hands-on. As injectors we all get into what we like to do on a day-to-day basis and hearing other perspectives and integrating them into my practice has been amazing.

    Gretchen Frieling, MD

    Owner, GFaceMD

    Coming into this I have been pleasantly surprised at the different methods that were taught and different approaches that were taken in showing us the anatomy that I have never seen before. Even if you work in an area that you think you're familiar with the anatomy it's important to consider taking this course because you'll definitely learn something new.

    Lily Nizam, PA-C

    Owner, Alabama Surgical Arts

    I've taken a lot of courses, and this is the most beneficial course that I've taken. It not only explains all of the anatomical structures we interact with as injectors, but also the filler that we should use and why for the different areas of the face.

    Mary Moosavi, APRN, CRNA, DNP

    Owner, Dream Aesthetics

    The hands-on cadaver course experience was like walking into a dream for a nurse injector. It gives you such a respect and appreciation of the deep anatomy, especially in the cross-sectional portion to show you how to be safe and to get the best outcomes.

    Victoria Senyk, RN, LE

    Owner, Aesthetics Temple (North Shore)

    Dr. Surek and all of his co-faculty are so knowledgeable and so patient and encouraging and I'm leaving here feeling extremely empowered and ready to take my learning back to my practice.

    Kacie Avey, RN, CANS

    Founder, Taylor Aesthetics Medical Spa

    Pricing

    Non-members

    Early Bird

    5,350

    Regular

    5,500

    Additional Attendees
    Early Bird

    5,350

    Regular

    5,500

    Plus Members

    Early Bird

    4,550

    Regular

    4,700

    Additional Attendees
    Early Bird

    4,550

    Regular

    4,700

    Basic Members

    Early Bird

    4,950

    Regular

    5,100

    Additional Attendees
    Early Bird

    4,950

    Regular

    5,100

    AIA injection training is limited to medical practitioners holding state licenses of Registered Nurse (RN) and above (RN, APRN, PA, MD/DO).

    Please contact us directly if you have questions.

    Dates & Locations

    April 14 - 16, 2023

    Phoenix, AZ
    Registration Closes: April 5, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: March 14, 2023 at 11:59pm Eastern Time
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    Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

    7677 N. 16th Street, Phoenix AZ 85020

    Group Rate: $239.00 per night plus 12.57% room tax ($35 resort fee waived)

    Check In: 4pm/Check Out: 11am

    Must book on or before 5 pm CST Thursday, March 30th to secure discounted room block rate.

    A relaxing resort close to the mountains. Find us nine miles north of downtown Phoenix and an eight-minute drive from Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Our resort-style outdoor pool boasts a lazy river, waterslide, and baby pool. We also have mini-golf and our Toccasierra Spa & Fitness Center to enjoy. The hotel is 10 miles away from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and 11 miles away from Scottsdale Airport. Self and valet parking is complimentary.

    May 19 - 21, 2023

    Dallas, TX
    Registration Closes: May 10, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: April 19, 2023 at 11:59pm Eastern Time
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    Dallas Marriott Downtown

    650 North Pearl Street, Dallas, Texas 75201

    Group Rate: $190.00 per night plus 18.03% room tax

    Must book on or before 5 pm CST Thursday, May 4th to secure discounted room block rate.

    At the edge of the Arts District, Dallas Marriott Downtown presents possibilities for hotel travelers to retreat in the heart of Downtown Dallas. Explore your creativity when you venture into interactive experiences in Dallas, including Klyde Warren Park, Deep Ellum, museums and theaters by way of foot, Uptown Trolley or DART. The downtown Dallas, TX, hotel's premier location is connected to Plaza of the Americas. Enjoy invigorating workouts in our fully equipped, 24-hour fitness center, or savor flavorful American cuisine and outstanding brunch at Centric Bar & Grille. The hotel is 6 miles away from Dallas Love Field and 19 miles away from Dallas Fort Worth. Valet parking is available for $42 per night and $22 for daily drive ins.

    June 23 - 25, 2023

    Atlanta, GA
    Registration Closes: June 14, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: May 23, 2023 at 11:59pm Eastern Time
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    Hotel to be Determined

    July 14 - 16, 2023

    Boston, MA
    Registration Closes: July 5, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: June 14, 2023 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time
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    Boston Park Plaza

    50 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116

    Group Rate: $269.00 per night plus 16.45% room tax (The destination fee of $28 has been waived for those who book in the block).

    Must book on or before 5pmEST Friday, June 23 to secure discounted room block rate.

    Boston Park Plaza opened in 1927 as “The Statler Hotel”. Throughout its 91 year history the hotel has served as one of the nation’s most iconic, hosting dignitaries from Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt to Hollywood royalty including Katherine Hepburn and Judy Garland. Since opening, all but two US Presidents have stayed at the Boston Park Plaza. Near Boston Common, Boston Park Plaza is just steps away from the Public Garden, Theater District and many of the city’s most popular historical sites. The hotel is 6 miles away fromBoston Logan International Airport. Valet parking is available for $65 per night (subject to change).

    September 22 - 24, 2023

    Southern California
    Registration Closes: September 13, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: August 23, 2023 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time
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    Hotel to be Determined

    October 13 - 15, 2023

    Charlotte, NC
    Registration Closes: October 4, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: September 13, 2023 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time
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    Hotel to be Determined

    November 3 - 5, 2023

    Orlando, FL
    Registration Closes: October 25, 2023 at Noon Central Time
    Early Bird Registration Closes: October 3, 2023 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time
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    Hotel to be Determined

    Agenda

    Day 1 - Friday

    6:00 PM ~ 7:30 PM
    Friday Kickoff Networking Reception

    Meet other medical aesthetic professionals attending the Boot Camp as well as the Academy for Injection Anatomy Advanced Cadaver Course and the Ultrasound Fundamentals for the Aesthetic Injector training.

    Features a full open bar and passed hors d'oeuvres.

    Speakers: Sponsored by Allergan

    Day 2 - Saturday

    7:30 AM ~ 8:00 AM
    Breakfast
    8:00 AM ~ 8:40 AM
    Global Approach to Facial Anatomy for the Injector

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS

    8:40 AM ~ 9:10 AM
    Facial Assessment for the Injector

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS

    9:10 AM ~ 10:25 AM
    Anterior Midface - Facial Vasculature/Pyriform Injections

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS

    10:25 AM ~ 10:40 AM
    Lateral Midface - Cheek Projection and Tear Trough

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS

    10:40 AM ~ 11:10 AM
    Break
    11:10 AM ~ 11:55 AM
    Temple, Forehead and Peri-orbital Rejuvenation

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS Steven F. Weiner , MD

    11:55 AM ~ 12:40 PM
    Anterior and Posterior Jawline

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS

    12:40 PM ~ 1:00 PM
    reJAWvenation Anatomy and Technique

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS Steven F. Weiner , MD

    1:00 PM ~ 1:50 PM
    Lunch
    1:50 PM ~ 2:20 PM
    Rheology "Gel Science" Review

    Speakers: George Baxter-Holder , ARNP, DNP, CANS

    2:20 PM ~ 2:40 PM
    Neurotoxin: Comprehensive Review

    Speakers: Hermine Warren , DNP, APRN, CANS, ISPAN-F, CNM

    2:40 PM ~ 3:35 PM
    Ultrasound for the Injector and a Deeper Dive Into the Temple

    Speakers: Steven F. Weiner , MD

    3:35 PM ~ 4:15 PM
    Break
    4:15 PM ~ 4:45 PM
    Nasal Anatomy for the Injector and Anatomy Wrap-up and Review

    Speakers: Christopher C. Surek , DO, FACS

    4:45 AM ~ 6:00 PM
    Filler Complications - Case Examples and Live Panel Discussion

    Speakers: All Faculty

    6:00 PM ~ 6:30 PM
    Break
    6:30 PM ~ 7:30 PM
    Cocktails and Photo/Book Signing Opportunity with Dr. Surek
    7:30 PM ~ 9:00 PM
    Educational Keynote and Session

    *Not available at Kansas City training date.

    Speakers: Sponsored by Galderma

    Day 3 - Sunday

    7:30 AM ~ 8:00 AM
    Breakfast
    8:00 AM ~ 12:45 PM
    Hands-on Cadaver Lab

    Hands-on cadaver dissection in small groups featuring close instruction and guidance from AIA course faculty. Put your classroom anatomy training into practice by appropriately marking the specimen before injecting product and dissecting down to see how product interacts with the structures of the face.

    Includes ultrasound demonstration.

    12:45 PM ~ 1:45 PM
    Lunch
    2:00 PM ~ 3:30 PM
    Business-only Breakouts*

    Breakout sessions to be announced.

    COVID-19 Update: AIA Advanced Cadaver Course

    Attendee Information and Requirements

    While there are no mask requirements for attendees, we ask that you please continue to follow CDC guidelines to protect our medical aesthetic community.

    • Do not attend the event if you are sick or have tested positive for COVID-19.
    • If you are at an increased risk for severe illness or live with or spend time with someone at higher risk, consider wearing a mask during our event.
    • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
    • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
    • Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing.

    Faculty

    Christopher C. Surek

    DO, FACS

    Dr. Surek is a board-certified plastic surgeon and internationally recognized facial anatomist. He is an assistant professor of anatomy at Kansas City University and clinical assistant professor of plastic surgery at the University of Kansas Medical...

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    Steven Weiner

    MD

    Steven F. Weiner, MD, is a board-certified head, neck and facial plastic surgeon. He interned and spent his residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he became an instructor for two years. In mid-2005, he laid...

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    George Baxter-Holder

    DNP, ARNP, CANS, ISPAN-F,

    George Baxter-Holder, DNP, ARNP, CANS, ISPAN-F, has first-hand knowledge of how beauty-obsessed today’s Hollywood actors are. As a child actor in Hollywood he played the role of a genetically perfect boy on Star Trek: The Next...

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    Carl Clarke

    MHS, RPA-C

    Carl Clarke, MHS, RPA-C, is a board-certified physician associate who graduated from St. John’s University, Bayley Seton Medical and, later, St. Francis University, where he earned his master’s degree in health science/education. He is an aesthetic...

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    Michelle Doran

    MSN, APRN, BC, CANS

    Michelle Dyment Doran is a board-certified nurse practitioner and certified aesthetic nurse specialist. She is the co-founder, owner and clinical director of RN Esthetics. In addition, she is a trainer for Allergan Aesthetics, serves on the...

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    Kevin Harrington

    MSN, APRN, FNP-C

    Kevin Harrington is a licensed practitioner and pioneer in aesthetic injectables with over 18 years of experience. As CEO and founder of Face-Time Aesthetics he is a highly sought-after, innovative leader. A faculty trainer for Allergan...

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    Morgan Renfro

    RN, CANS

    Morgan Renfro, RN, CANS, completed her registered nursing degree at Carrington College, where she graduated at the top of her class. As the training lead and senior injection specialist for a top-10 practice in the nation...

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    Sarah Safa

    MS, PA-C

    Sarah Safa MS, PA-C is a Certified Physician Assistant, Aesthetic Specialist and National, Expert Injector. With over 16 years of plastic and reconstructive surgery experience she is one of the top expert injectors in the Mid-Atlantic...

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    Hermine Warren

    DNP, APRN, CANS, ISPAN-F, CNM

    Hermine Warren, a doctor of nursing practice (DNP), has been in nursing since 1974, with an advanced practice degree since 1980. She is also a certified aesthetic nurse specialist (CANS) in Southern California, an educational/clinical trainer...

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    Anita Wolf

    RN

    Anita Wolf, RN is the owner of Face It Medical Spa and co-founder of The Central Connecticut Aesthetic Training Center. She has been an aesthetic medicine practitioner since 2004 and has earned the coveted spot of...

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