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Annual Conference

 

 

 
FUNDAMENTALS OF LASERS IN HEALTH CARE COURSE
Date:  Wednesday, March 30 and Thursday, March 31, 2011
Time:

Wednesday, March 30 - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday, March 31 - 7:30 am - 3:00 pm (Optional Verification of Knowledge Exam* 3:00 - 5:00 pm - Exam for Two Day Course Content)

*Exam available only for those who register and attend both days.

**For individuals who wish to take the Exam Only, please see "Exam Only Fee" option below.

Registration Fee:

Full 2-Day Course - Members - $950.00/Non-Members - $1,150.00

Day 1 Only - Members - $475.00/Non-Members - $575.00

Day 2 Only - Members - $475.00/Non-Members - $575.00

Exam Only Fee**:

$250.00 (Member and Non-Member Pricing)

  • Prerequisite - Individuals who wish to take the exam only must have taken ANY previous 2-Day Fundamentals Course offering or attended the Aesthetics Laser Course held November 6-7, 2010 at the Beckman Laser Institute in Irvine, CA.
  • Pre-Registration Only. No walk-in's will be accepted for exam only option.
CME Credit Hours:
14.25

16.25

7.75

6.5

2.0

Full 2-Day Course

Full 2-Day Course with Exam

Day 1 Only

Day 2 Only

Exam Only

ACCME ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION CREDIT

The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CE Contact Hours:

17.1

19.5

9.3

7.8

2.4

Full 2-Day Course

Full 2-Day Course with Exam

Day 1 Only

Day 2 Only

Exam Only

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT

This offering by the ASLMS, in conjunction with Professional Medical Education Association (PRME), is accredited for the above contact hours. PRME is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12386. Note:  Most State Boards of Nursing accept another Board's approval for granting credits. Check wih the Board of Nursing in your state for clarification.

You will receive a statement of CE contact hours after the Annual Conference.

Directors: J. Stuart Nelson, M.D., Ph.D., David M. Verebelyi, M.D.
Faculty: Gregory T. Absten, B.Sc., M.B.A., C.L.R.T., R. Rox Anderson, M.D., A. Jay Burns, M.D., Jason N. Pozner, M.D., E. Victor Ross, M.D., Emil A. Tanghetti, M.D., Elizabeth L. Tanzi, M.D.
Objectives:

This course is intended for physicians and other clinicians, scientists, researchers, and laser and related technology industry personnel who are considering entering or who have minimal background and experience in the field of laser and other light-based technology and their application in health care.  At the conclusion of the course, participants will:

  1. Understand the biophysics pertinent to the application of lasers and other light-based energy devices and related technology, and will be prepared to apply this same understanding related to the provision of patient care.
  2. Understand the working parts of a laser and other light-based devices.
  3. Understand the interaction and implications of using lasers and other light-based devices and related technologies on human tissues and be capable of using this knowledge in the provision of patient care.
  4. Be familiar with a broad array of lasers and light-based devices used in the provision of health care procedures and be capable of determining which laser and/or light-based technology is most appropriately used for particular clinical procedures.
  5. Be introduced to the interactions of lasers and other light emitting devices and popular non device skin interventions (i.e., muscle relaxers and fillers, etc).
  6. Understand the legal issues associated with the use of lasers and related technology in patient care, and will be capable of using this knowledge to avoid any legal ramifications for themselves, their organization, and the patients for which they care.
  7. Understand the safety risks to providers and patients associated with the use of lasers and related technology, and understand and be capable of using this knowledge to practice the safety necessary to provide a safe environment for all providers and patients.
  8. Be capable of practicing good patient selection and properly preparing patients for treatment with light-based devices.
  9. Have sufficient exposure to a cross-section of clinical applications such that they are capable of using this knowledge to discern the clinical applications for which they may or may not choose to develop specific laser application skills.
Program Schedule:
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2011
8:00 – 8:30 a.m. Introduction/Pre-Test
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Biophysics Principles

J. Stuart Nelson, M.D., Ph.D.

9:30 –  9:45 a.m. Refreshment Break
9:45 – 10:45 a.m.

Interaction of Tissue with Light Energy

J. Stuart Nelson, M.D., Ph.D.

10:45 – 11:45 a.m.

Lasers and Light Energy Device Applications

R. Rox Anderson, M.D.

11:45  – 12:30 p.m. Cash Lunch
12:30 – 1:45 p.m.

Basic Laser Safety

Gregory T. Absten, B.Sc., M.B.A, C.L.R.T.

1:45 – 2:30 p.m.

Treating Vascular Lesions and Port Wine Stains

J. Stuart Nelson M.D., Ph.D.

2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Refreshment Break
2:45 –- 3:45 p.m.

Hair Removal

David M. Verebelyi, M.D. 

3:45 – 4:45 p.m.

Fractional Ablative Skin Rejuvenation

A. Jay Burns, M.D.

4:45 – 5:00 p.m. Q&A / Post-Test / Adjourn
Program Schedule:
THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2011
7:30 – 7:45 a.m. Introduction/Pre-Test
7:45 – 8:45 a.m.

Fractional Non-Ablative Skin Rejuvenation

E. Victor Ross M.D.

8:45 – 9:30 a.m.

Tattoos, Pigmented Lesions, Melasma 

E. Victor Ross, M.D.

9:30 – 9:45 a.m. Refreshment Break
9:45 – 10:30 a.m.

Treatment Complications Including Darker Skin

E. Victor Ross, M.D.

10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Body Sculpting Fundamentals

Jason N. Pozner, M.D.

11:30 – 11:45 a.m. Q&A – Regarding Morning Session
11:45 – 12:30 p.m. Cash Lunch
12:30 – 1:45 p.m.

Lasers With Non-Device Skin Treatment Interventions

Emil A. Tanghetti, M.D.

1:45 – 2:45 p.m.

Patient Selection/Relationship Building

Elizabeth L.Tanzi, M.D.

2:45 – 3:00 p.m. Post-Test / Adjourn
3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Administration of Knowledge Based Exam**

**Knowledge Based Exam - Individuals who score a minimum of 80% will receive a statement from ASLMS acknowledging their comprehension of the information provided in the course.  All examination participants will receive their score. This exam is offered at no additional cost to course participants*.

*Exam available only for those who register and attend both days. 

Exam Only - Previous Fundamentals or Irvine Aesthetics Course attendees have the Exam Only option for a fee of $250. 

  • Prerequisite - Individuals who wish to take the exam only must have taken ANY previous 2-Day Fundamentals Course offering or attended the Aesthetics Laser Course held November 6-7, 2010 at the Beckman Laser Institute in Irvine, CA.
  • Pre-Registration Only - No walk-in's will be accepted for the exam only option.
 
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