The advance program for Medical Spa Show 2025 (MSS) is the heaviest yet, with an impressive courseload presented by celebrated speakers. A practitioner's time is incredibly valuable, so to help you efficiently plan your conference schedule, we’ve highlighted the most relevant clinical courses for aesthetic injectors. Whether you are new to medical aesthetics or have been practicing since Botox hit the market, MSS and its energized faculty are ready to bring you insight to strengthen the med spa community.

Injector-specific courses are presented chronologically. Keep reading for additional clinical courses, sorted by track, that can help you build and strengthen your toolkit as a well-rounded aesthetic practitioner. For the full educational program, please visit the conference agenda.

Thursday Injector Courses

Ultrasound Fundamentals 
7:30am - 4pm | Steven F. Weiner, MD 
Inject more confidently by seeing the anatomy below the skin. Ultrasound helps you visualize the anatomy of your patient, guiding you to safer injections and better results. Get hands-on experience using ultrasound devices. Learn how ultrasound can help diagnose and manage complications and learn how to best use the technology to guide injections in each area of the face.

Ways ultrasound can change your injectable practice:

• Evaluate the vascularity of the face prior to injections to improve safety and efficacy of fillers;
• Get better measurements of skin and fat prior to treatment for more objective results;
• Evaluate filler complications and composition rather than relying on educated guesses.

*Additional cost to register

Friday Injector Courses

All-Star Injectors Panel 
1:05 – 1:40pm | Alexa Nicholls Costa, NP; Alexandra Rogers, NP; Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC, Sarah Safa, MS, PA-C; and Connie Brennan, APRN, AGNP-BC, CANS 
Learn from the successes and challenges of some of the leading injectors in the field as they share their own personal stories to inspire and enlighten.

Full Face Assessment Demo 
2:15 – 2:40pm | George Baxter-Holder, DNP, ARNP, CANS; and Sachin M. Shridharani, MD, FACS 
Arguably, the most important aspects of the patient journey are the assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan forged between provider and patient. With the plethora of information easily available to patients, they tend to seek specific treatments with little fundamental knowledge of facial balancing and harmony. Therefore, the consultation and assessment is paramount. Dr. Sachin M. Shridharani will discuss the intricacies of an anatomic full face evaluation. Attendees will discover assessment and anatomical considerations that will drive patient treatment planning and understand the importance of patient treatment planning and full face consultation for optimal outcomes.

Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 
3:50 – 4:15pm | Alexander Rivkin, MD 
This presentation is a comprehensive overview of non-surgical or liquid rhinoplasty: anatomy, aesthetic goals, techniques, adverse event prevention and management, as well as live or video demonstrations.

Cannulas vs. Needles 
3:50 – 4:15pm | Hermine Warren, DNP, APRN, CANS, ISPAN-F, CNM 
This session will provide attendees with an understanding of the basic anatomy of the face, cannula usages and cannula vs. needle, with a focus on cannula use on the mid- and lower face.

Decoding Asymmetry: Causes, Effects, and Even One-sided Solutions 
4:25 – 4:50pm | Lisa Rivero, APRN 
Every face tells a unique story of balance and asymmetry, shaped by intrinsic factors established at birth and extrinsic factors accumulated over time. In this session, Lisa Rivero, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC, FPA, will explore the fascinating interplay between a face’s dominant and non-dominant sides, examining how differences in bone structure, fat distribution, and muscle activity contribute to natural asymmetry. She will also dive into the impact of extrinsic factors, which can accelerate aging or further create asymmetry on one side of the face, creating visible imbalances. Through case studies, attendees will learn how to assess these asymmetries and apply targeted treatments to one side of the face to restore harmony and symmetry.

Optimizing Outcomes with Injectable HA Microdroplets and Skin Boosters 
5 – 5:25pm | Suzanne Munshower, RN 
This presentation details an alternative protocol for optimizing skin quality outcomes with injectable hyaluronic acid microdroplets.

Saturday Injector Courses

Ultrasound Before and After Treatment: Diagnostic and Complication Mitigation 
9 – 9:25am | Steven F. Weiner, MD 
This presentation tells you how to incorporate ultrasound for injection safety and complication management. It will include ultrasound images and videos of complications and injections.

Cosmetic Consultations for Skin of Color 
9 – 9:25am | Michelle Henry, MD 
This comprehensive course is designed to equip dermatologists, aestheticians and other skin care professionals with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to provide safe and effective cosmetic treatments for patients with skin of color. By the end of this course, participants will understand the unique characteristics and concerns of skin of color, master techniques for conducting thorough consultations tailored to patients with diverse skin tones, learn to identify and address common cosmetic concerns in skin of color, and gain proficiency in selecting appropriate treatments and products for various skin types and conditions.

Beyond Binary Beauty: Elevating Transgender Care in Medical Aesthetics 
9:35 – 10am | W. Christopher Croley, MD 
This comprehensive session addresses the unique aesthetic needs of male-to-female (MTF) transgender patients in the medical spa setting. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of facial feminization techniques, body contouring procedures, and strategies for creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for transgender clients. The course will feature a live demonstration of feminization treatments on a model, providing students with a practical, hands-on learning experience. By the end of this course, participants will be able to understand the specific aesthetic goals and challenges faced by MTF transgender individuals, master advanced facial feminization techniques using injectables and other non-surgical methods, develop proficiency in body contouring procedures tailored to MTF patients, implement best practices for creating an inclusive and supportive environment for transgender clients, recognize and address the psychological aspects of aesthetic treatments for transgender individuals, and apply ethical considerations and informed consent practices specific to transgender care.

“Snatched”: Advanced Lower Face Filler Injection 
10:10 – 10:35am | Cary Deuber, BSN, RN, CNOR, CRNFA, CANS, and Sheila Barbarino, MD 
In this session, essential anatomy and safety protocols for the lower face will be covered, along with clinical pearls for creating the ideal snatched jawline profile on your most difficult patients.

The Art of Dissolving Hyaluronic Acid Fillers 
10:35 – 11am | Rana Kennelly, MSN, AGNP-C, BSc, CANS 
Join Rana Kennelly, AGNP-C, CANS, for an insightful presentation that delves into the growing conversation around dissolving hyaluronic acid fillers. Kennelly will explore the reasons behind this increasing trend, addressing patient concerns about looking overfilled and answering the question—do fillers really last for years? The session will provide a comprehensive overview of how to dissolve safely and when it can go wrong. By putting the current buzz into perspective, this presentation aims to enhance understanding among practitioners while providing optimal outcomes.

Diversity in Aesthetics: All Faces Are Not Created Equal 
10:35 – 11am | Chakika Williams, DNP-L, MBA/HCM, FNP-BC, PMHMP-BC, FPA 
This presentation delves into the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique aesthetic needs of women of color within dermatological and aesthetic practices. The aim is to equip practitioners with the knowledge and tools necessary to develop effective, personalized treatment plans that cater to diverse skin types and concerns. Attendees will understand the physiological and structural differences in all skin of color, understand the psychological and cultural considerations regarding beauty standards, identify common dermatological issues women of color face and how these can differ from other demographics, and learn how to conduct thorough skin assessments tailored to the needs of women of color.

Temple Tune-Up: The Power of Cosmetic Injections in High Risk Areas 
1:05 – 1:30pm | Misty Shedd, APRN, MSN, CANS 
Cosmetic temple injections are a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that involves injecting a filler substance into the temples to restore volume and contour to the face. The procedure is designed to address the loss of volume and sagging skin that can occur in the temples as we age, which can contribute to a tired or aged appearance. The learning objectives of this presentation includes understanding the anatomy of the temple area and how it changes with age, learning about the different types of fillers used for temple injections and their properties, understanding the injection technique and how to achieve natural-looking results, learning about the potential risks and complications associated with temple injections, and understanding how to assess patients for candidacy and manage patient expectations. Additionally, this presentation will educate health care professionals on the benefits and limitations of temple injections, provide practical guidance on how to perform the procedure safely and effectively, encourage health care professionals to incorporate temple injections into their practice to offer patients a non-surgical option for facial rejuvenation, and empower health care professionals to provide patients with realistic expectations and informed consent for the procedure.

Trendy Tox: Traps, Tips, Necks and Facial Slimming 
1:05 – 1:30pm | Erika Barry, NP-C 
Participants in this session will learn all aspects of advanced botulinum toxin injection techniques. Special emphasis will be placed on facial anatomy, patient selection, treatment of complications and contraindications. Erika Barry, NP-C, will focus on the dose and injection technique for facial slimming and priming the face prior to dermal filler. Attendees will learn Botulinum toxin A injection techniques, facial anatomy, patient selection, contraindications, and treatment of complications of trapezius, masseter, DAO, mentalis and platysma muscles, as well as parotid glands. This session will also feature a live demonstration on full facial advanced Botox, focusing on slimming and priming the face.

How to Navigate Body Dysmorphia as an Aesthetic Professional 
1:05 – 1:30pm | Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC 
Social media and celebrity comparisons breed appearance-deprecating behavior that can increase dissatisfaction in treatment results, overall looks and worsen body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Aesthetic practitioners need to be highly tuned to the patient's potential for pre-existing and escalating body dysmorphia behavior. This discussion will help practitioners anticipate their patients' treatment outcome expectations and determine if their treatments will be able to meet those expectations or if they should deny treatment. Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC, will reveal results from a four-month pilot study where a multi-phasic, cryptic pre-screening collection tool was utilized in U.S. offices. A copy of this tool will be given to participants of this course.

The Anatomy of the Lip: Flips or Filler? 
1:40 – 2:05pm | Sahar Saghezchi, LPN 
The presentation will explore the concept of "red flag" patients, how to identify them and the importance of choosing the right patients for your practice. Learn when and how to confidently say "no" to clients who may not align with your practice values or goals. It also includes strategies to protect your practice’s reputation, maintain high standards of care and ensure the long-term success of your business. This session is essential for providers who are committed to quality patient outcomes while safeguarding their professional integrity.

Male and Female Facial Balancing 
1:40 – 2:05pm: Mary Smiley Ford, MSN, APRN, CRNA; W. Christopher Croley, MD 
This course focuses on the specialized techniques and considerations for enhancing male and female facial aesthetics using hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers and biostimulants. Participants will learn how to address common concerns and achieve natural-looking results tailored specifically to male and female patients.

Neurotoxin Resistance 
2:15 – 2:40pm |Steven F. Weiner, MD 
The presentation will include the current theories on aesthetic neurotoxin resistance. It will include a thorough review of the literature. Preventative measures will be discussed. "Pseudo-resistance” will be defined. A novel new technique that Steven Weiner, MD, has been using will be explained, as will his reasoning behind why it works in some cases.

Identifying Red Flag Patients 
2:15 – 2:40pm | Sahar Saghezchi, LPN 
The presentation will explore the concept of "red flag" patients, how to identify them and the importance of choosing the right patients for your practice. Learn when and how to confidently say "no" to clients who may not align with your practice values or goals. It also includes strategies to protect your practice’s reputation, maintain high standards of care and ensure the long-term success of your business. This session is essential for providers who are committed to quality patient outcomes while safeguarding their professional integrity.

The Worst I Ever Had: Complications and How to Overcome Them 
3:50 – 4:50pm | Gilberto Saenz III, PA-C; Jenna Hilton, PA-C; Jenny Hartley, ACNP; Julie Bass Kaplan, FNP-BC, CANS 
Complications and bad outcomes are the nightmare of any medical aesthetic clinician, but the reality is that they happen to everyone, including the very best injectors. Learn from some of these top injectors about the most severe complications they have experienced and the techniques and connections they used to address them.

Sunday Injector Courses

AIA Cadaver Training: Live Cadaver Dissection Course 
7am – 4pm | Christopher C. Surek, DO, FACS, and AIA Faculty 
Safe injections come from a deep understanding of facial anatomy. The AIA Cadaver Training at MSS provides classroom education on anatomy paired with practical exposure to the various layers of the face via cross-sectional dissection. The didactic education and the cadaver lab are led by Chris Surek, DO, FACS, one of the foremost anatomists in medical aesthetics. Through dyed filler injections followed by hands-on dissection, you’ll see exactly how injectable product interacts with structures and vessels in the face.  
*Additional cost to register

Bridging the Divide: Conversations on Controversial Issues 
9 – 11:45am | Kim Burke, APN, FNP-C; Julie Bass Kaplan, FNP-BC, CANS; Sara Cole, MSN, AGACNP-BC, CANS; Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC; Johnny Franco, MD, FACS; Kate Dee, MD; Kacie Avey 
The medical aesthetic industry is full of opinions, beliefs and outlooks that don't always agree. Attend the two panels in this track to learn both sides of the issues and decide where your beliefs fall in the controversy.

"The Medical Spa show is a must for all aesthetic injectors. There is so much info to learn & all the vendors are there. Great social events & one of the best ways to meet the greatest injectors." Christina Amoroso, NP, Owner, Pure Rad Med Aesthetics

Discover these other clinical courses at Medical Spa Show 2025!

Body Contouring & Energy Devices

Thursday, April 10

• Turning Your Practice Up to 11: Energy Device Master Class

Saturday, April 12

• Track: Inclusive Beauty: Embracing Diversity and Equity in Medical Spas
  • Energy-based Device Safety Protocols for Skin of Color: How to Choose and Prevent Adverse Events
• Track: Clinical Innovations II: Bridging Theory and Practice
  • The Combination of Advanced Lasers and Skin Care
  • Nonsurgical Body Contouring for your Practice

Longevity Medicine

Friday, April 11

• Track: Biohacking Beauty
  • Cellular Longevity Protocols to Improve Longevity
  • Revolutionizing Metabolic Health
• Track: Clinical Innovations II: Bridging Theory and Practice
  • Unlocking the Fountain of Youth: A Journey Into Longevity and Regenerative Medicine

Functional Wellness

Friday, April 11

• Track: Clinical Innovations II: Bridging Theory and Practice
  • Advancing Sexual Wellness Treatments in Your Practice
  • GLP-1 with HIFEM for Harmonious Results
• Track: The Legal Playbook: Best Practices and Beyond
  • PANEL: Implementing a Successful Weight Loss Program

Saturday, April 12

• Track: Clinical Innovations II: Bridging Theory and Practice
  • The Intersection of Hormone Therapy and Weight Loss: Optimizing Patient Outcomes
• Track: Exploring the Essentials of Functional Wellness
  • Add a Million Dollar Revenue Stream With a Medically Managed Weight Loss Program
  • How to Incorporate Functional Wellness Into Your Practice

Other Aesthetic Services

Saturday, April 12

• Track: Aesthetic Industry Game-Changers
  • Cellulite: The New Frontier of Combination Therapy
  • Addressing Menopausal Skin Changes
• Track: Clinical Innovations I: Bridging Theory and Practice
  • RF Microneedling: Is It Worth It?
• Track: Clinical Innovations II: Bridging Theory and Practice
  • PDO Threads: Things I Have Learned as a Provider and Trainer
  • The Value of IV Services in Your Aesthetic Practice
  • Mastering Hair Loss in Aesthetics

Business + Marketing for Practitioners

Saturday, April 12

• Track: Strategic Leadership and Effective Management Practices
  • The Psychology Behind Your Best Consultation
• Track: Marketing Mastery: Strategies for Success
  • What Patients Are Looking for in an Elite Aesthetic Practitioner
  • Your Brilliant Debut: How to Successfully Launch a Premium Treatment by Thinking Like Hollywood

Preview the full 2025 conference agenda at medicalspashow.com/agenda.

Learn from a community of experts, thought-leaders, fellow clinicians and professionals who have stood in your shoes. Get industry-specific business and marketing strategies, actionable insights on staying legally compliant and techniques to safely provide your patients with dazzling results. Register today at www.medicalspashow.com!