Course Director:
Stephen W. Watson, MD, DDS

Faculty:
Douglas Sinn, DDS
Michael Maris, MD
Ghali Ghali, MD
Thomas L. Stone, MD, DDS
Kevin McBride, DDS

May 16 - 17, 2004
(Sunday - Monday)
Willow Bend Cosmetic Surgery Center
5824 West Plano Parkway, Suite 101
Plano, Texas 75093

This is a two-day live surgical workshop focusing on surgical and non-surgical approaches to facial rejuvenation. Various techniques from the Four-Dimensional and VIP Facelift to the Featherlift to the use of injectables will be presented from initial patient selection through treatment and addressing any complications. A mixture of didactic lectures and live surgeries will be used to demonstrate skills and techniques throughout the course.

Course Information

Mission Statement
The mission of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery is to foster, promote, support, augment, develop and encourage the science, art and practice of cosmetic surgery.

Learning Objectives
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery strives to assist cosmetic surgeons and patients in maximizing the efficacy and safety of cosmetic surgery. The purpose of this workshop is to familiarize doctors with the principles of facial rejuvenation. The most common and newest techniques will be reviewed. Proper patient selection, as well as avoidance and treatment of complications will be emphasized. At every step of the workshop, emphasis will be placed on maximizing aesthetic results and minimizing untoward outcomes. Attendees will observe live surgeries and demonstrations of the following procedures: Four-Dimensional and VIP Facelift, Endoscopic Brow and Intraoral Midface Lift, Restylane, Perlane, Botox and the Featherlift using Aptos Suture.

Participant Profile
The ideal workshop participant will have a strong interest in cosmetic surgery and a personal commitment to patient safety and satisfaction. This course is appropriate for surgeons of all skill levels.

Needs Assessment
Today’s cosmetic surgeon is faced with rapidly evolving technological advances and patient requests for state-of-the-art surgical solutions. Safety concerns about the new techniques make it imperative that the surgeon is well informed on the latest scientific developments in all areas of cosmetic surgery. Surgeons must have updated information and skills to effectively serve patients in today’s society. This course will succeed in further preparing the cosmetic surgeon in the field of facial cosmetic surgery.

CME Statement
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. AACS takes responsibility for the content, quality and scientific integrity of this CME activity.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery designates this continuing medical education activity for up to a maximum of twenty (20) hours in Category 1 credit towards the Physician's Recognition Award of the American Medical Association.  Each physician should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

Preliminary Program

Air Travel & Hotel Information
Hobson Travel, AACS's travel coordinator, can assist you with your air travel arrangements. You may contact Hobson Travel at 800.538.7464 or direct at 630.983.8000.

To make your hotel reservations, contact any of the following hotels near the facility:

	Westin Stonebriar Resort	972.668.8000
	Ameri Suites	972.378.3997
	Doubletree Hotel	972.473.6444

AACS Creating Pathways to Learning
The AACS believes that it is important to incorporate several different learning methods to complete the educational process.  Certainly, didactic lectures with questions and answers, such as those found during general sessions, are important. The sharing of experiences from colleagues is invaluable, but this is not sufficient for a total learning experience.  Concentrated learning sessions provided in our instruction courses are another very important facet of the process, allowing individuals quality time with one or more experts.

No surgical learning process however, is complete without a workshop setting, incorporating focused lectures with demonstrations, and if possible either simulated or actual hands-on experience.

Whether it is an established technique or one that is still unfolding, the learning process must be thorough and multifaceted.  The Academy urges each surgeon to be responsible for seeing out a complete pathway to training, prior to incorporating any technique into his or her practice.

Patient safety and satisfaction can only be achieved through a commitment to comprehensive physician education and learning.

Meeting Policies

Americans with Disabilities Act
It is important to AACS that you enjoy this meeting. If you have any special needs due to a disability, please let us know in advance so that we may try to accommodate your needs.

Photography/Audio/Visual Taping Restrictions
There is strictly no photography, audio or visual taping allowed in session rooms or the exhibit area, without express prior written permission of the Academy and the speaker. Anyone found photographing or taping without authorization will be required to immediately surrender the film or tape, with no reimbursement or further recourse.

Disclosure
It is required by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, in accordance with ACCME regulations, that all presenters disclose any financial interest or other relationship (grant, research, support, consultant, etc.) by any of the authors with any manufacturer or commercial products that may be discussed in the presentation.

Disclaimer
As an educational organization, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery does not specifically approve or disapprove, promote or accept opinions, ideas, procedures, medications or devices presented in any paper, discussion, forum or panel, or any formal or informal meeting. All speakers, topics and schedules are subject to change. For further information you may request a copy of the Academy Disclaimer of Liability policy from AACS Headquarters.

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