AMWC-SEA-2025-ADVANCED-PROGRAM by IM-Aesthetics

Welcome to AMWC SOUTHEAST ASIA 2025

Uniting Aesthetics, Longevity & Innovation in One Vision

It is our privilege to invite you to AMWC Southeast Asia 2025, bringing together dynamic aesthetic and anti-aging experts from across the region and around the world for an engaging and insightful event in Bangkok.

Guided by the Dermatological Society of Thailand (DST) and the Aesthetic Multi-Specialty Society (AMS), this year’s congress bridges regional expertise with international excellence. Informed by audience feedback and rooted in the realities of daily practice - where no single approach can meet the evolving needs of today’s patients - the program embraces the power of synergy. It unites diverse disciplines, modalities, and perspectives to deliver truly personalized care, offering practical insights, holistic strategies, and the latest scientific advances.

Discover “East Meets West: The Longevity Track powered by A4M” - a curated journey into anti-aging and regenerative medicine, where traditional wisdom meets advanced science in pursuit of optimal healthspan.

Debuting this year, The Catalyst Room offers a stage for breakthrough ideas - where innovation comes to life through expert-led dialogue and the industry’s forefront showcases its most exciting advancements.

On the vibrant exhibition floor, innovation is on full display through curated showcases and featured advancements, offering a chance to explore the newest solutions and connect with the teams behind today’s most forward-thinking technologies.

At AMWC Southeast Asia, scientific excellence is more than a slogan - it’s a lived commitment within a community built on warmth and meaningful connection. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to familiar faces, we hope you feel inspired, supported, and truly welcomed.

Welcome to AMWC Southeast Asia 2025. Welcome to a congress built by us - but shaped by you.

ORGANIZATIONS

DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF THAILAND

Royal Golden Jubilee Building • 9th floor, #2 Soi Sonvijai,

• New Petchburi, HuayKwang • Bangkapi, Bangkok 10320

THAILAND • Tel. +66 (0)2 716 6857 • Fax. +66 (0)2 616 6255 • www.dst.or.th

VENUE

THE ATHENEE HOTEL, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

61 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thaïlande

EUROMEDICOM part of IM-Aesthetics

37 avenue de Friedland 75008 Paris, France

• Tel. +33 (0)1 58 56 74 00 • icad@euromedicom.com

• www.euromedicom.com

International Scientific Directors

Jack KOLENDA Facial Plastic Surgeon Canada

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

Joan VANDEPUTTE Plastic Surgeon Belgium

Country Host Scientific Directors

Ratchathorn PANCHAPRATEEP Dermatologist Thailand

International Scientific Board

Vladlena AVERINA Dermatologist Ukraine

Ekaterina GUTOP Dermatologist Armenia

Jesper THULESEN Oculoplastic Surgeon Denmark

Rattapon THUANGTONG Dermatologist Thailand

Heidi A. WALDORF Dermatologist United States

Dario BERTOSSI Facial Plastic Surgeon Italy

Daniel KALBERMATTEN Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, Switzerland

Ines VERNER Dermatologist Israel

Integrated Wellness Committee

Mart MAIPRASERT Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician Thailand

President

Jinda ROJANAMATIN Dermatologist Thailand

Patana TENG-UMNUAY Internal Medicine Thailand

Secretary General

Rataporn UNGPAKORN Dermatologist Thailand

Penpun WATTANAKRAI Dermatologist Thailand

Paolo BONAN Dermatologist Italy

Maria Cristina PUYAT Dermatologist Philippines

Shiou-Han WANG Dermatologist Taiwan

Pakpilai THAVISIN Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician Thailand

Scientific Review Board

Vanessa BIRD

Business Consultant London, United Kingdom

Ekaterina GUTOP Dermatologist Yerevan, Armenia

Mart MAIPRASERT

Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician Thailand

Vasanop VACHIRAMON Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

Heidi A. WALDORF Dermatologist New York, United States

Paolo BONAN Dermatologist Florence, Italy

Daniel KALBERMATTEN

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Geneva, Switzerland

Ratchathorn PANCHAPRATEEP Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

Joan VANDEPUTTE Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Oudenaarde, Belgium

Rungsima WANITPHAKDEEDECHA Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

National Scientific Sub-Committee

Natcha CHOTTAWORNSAK Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

Pintusorn KUNGVALPIVAT Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

DST Organizing Committee

Rataporn UNGPAKORN Secretary-General

Rattapon THUANGTONG Scientific Director

Chinmanat LEKHAVAT Treasurer

Patlada INGKANINANDA

Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

Thanya TECHAPICHETVANICH Dermatologist Bangkok, Thailand

Jinda ROJANAMATIN President

Penpun WATTANAKRAI Scientific Director

Somsak TANRATTANAKORN Registration

Lorenzo GARAGNANI Hand Surgeon London, United Kingdom

Jack KOLENDA

Facial Plastic Surgeon Oakville, Canada

Tanongkiet TIENTHAVORN Dermatologic Surgeon Bangkok, Thailand

Nataya VORAVUTINON Dermatologic Surgeon Bangkok, Thailand

Natthachat JURAIRATTANAPORN Dermatologic Surgeon Bangkok, Thailand

Nataya VORAVUTINON

Dermatologic Surgeon Bangkok, Thailand

“All organizing committee of the Dermatological Society of Thailand are board certified dermatologists.”

Ratchathorn PANCHAPRATEEP Scientific Director

Rungsima WANITPHAKDEEDECHA Public Relations

Poohglin TRESUKOSOL Society Responsibility

CONGRESS INFORMATION

VENUE

THE ATHENEE HOTEL, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL

61 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thaïlande

www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bkkla-the-athenee-hotela-luxury-collection-hotel-bangkok

LOCATION

• 30 minutes from Suvarnabhumi International Airport

• BTS sky-train stations: “Ploenchit” and “Siam” are linked via sky-walk

REGISTRATION

Online registration, with secure credit card payment is available at www.amwc-southeastasia.com

Access to the conference depends on your choice of pass.

• Full Pass - Aesthetic sessions & A4M sessions

• Conference Pass - Only aesthetic sessions

• A4M Pass - Only A4M sessions on May 20 th

• Post-congress courses - Nov 22st at Rajavithi hospital

- Full-face Injectables course – 1-day

- Ultrasound in injectables course – 0.5 day

- Thread Lifting course – 0.5 day

The registration fee to these passes includes:

• A badge, a congress bag, a conference book, all the congress documents

• Certificate of attendance with accreditation credits

• Coffee breaks and lunches offered on site

Cancellation policy: Please consult www.euromedicom.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

VISA

For most countries, no specific Visa is required to visit Thailand. If you require a visa invitation letter for inclusion with your entry VISA application, it can be downloaded from your account you’re you are registered to the event. If you will need more information, please contact us at: registration@euromedicom.com

ACCOMODATION

Due to its convenience, the recommended hotel is The Athenee Hotel. However, the delegate may choose to stay at any hotel of their choices around the venue.

INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITATION

• The Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress (AMWC) Southeast Asia 2025, Bangkok, Thailand 20/11/2025 - 21/11/2025, has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 11.0 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

• AMWC Southeast Asia 2025 has been submitted for assessment through the conference vetting system under the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice.

Event reference: EMT-25-02385

Status: Pre-cleared

ADVANCED LIST OF CONFIRMED FACULTY

AGAN Cyril Mitchel - Aesthetic Physician - Pasig, Philippines

ANNAEVA Leyla - Dermatologist - Wien, Austria

ARAYA Diego - Maxillofacial Surgeon - Vina Del Mar, Chile

ARAYASKUL Smith - Aesthetic Physician - Bangkok, Thailand

AVERINA Vladlena - Dermatologist - Kyiv, Ukraine

BETZER Hagai - Aesthetic Physician - Undefined, Israel

BIRD Vanessa - Business Consultant - London, UK

BONAN Paolo - Dermatologist - Florence, Italy

CABUNAC Zeljka - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - Beograd, Serbia

CAPOTE Marilyn - Business Consultant - Gilbert (AZ), USA

CHAKHACHIRO Adham - Aesthetic Physician - London, UK

CHAWVAVANICH Prapawan - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

CHENG Yu-Pin - Dermatologist - Taipei, Taiwan

CHO Byong Seung - Company CEO - Seoul, South Korea

CHOTTAWORNSAK Natcha - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

CHUA Ee Cheong - Aesthetic Physician - Singapore

CONADERA Jan Raymond - Clinic Manager - Pasig, Philippines

CHRISTIE-SCHWARZ Andrew - Aesthetic Physician - France

CROZIER Gordon - Regenerative Medicine Specialist - Lake Mary (FL), USA

CVETIC Jessica - Physician Assistant - San Diego (CA), USA

DOAN Tien - Dermatologist - Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

DOUNGKAEW Atinuch - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - Rayong, Thailand

DUQUE Marisol - Integrative Medicine - Miami (FL), USA

FARIAS NETO Arcelino - Maxillofacial Surgeon - Natal (RN), Brazil

GABUEVA Elona - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - Moscow, Russia

GARAGNANI Lorenzo - Aesthetic Physician - London, UK

GUPTA Prathamesh - Dental Surgeon - Mumbai, India

GUTOP Ekaterina - Dermatologist - Yerevan, Armenia

HEIDARIANNAINY Mehrnoosh - Dermatologist - North Vancouver (BC), Canada

HEMRAJANI Priyanka - Cosmetic Dermatologist - New Delhi, India

HUANG Chang-Ming - Dermatologist - Taipei, Taiwan

HWANG Seung Gook - Aesthetic & Plastic Surgeon - Seoul, South Korea

ITTHIPANICHPONG Yada - Dermatologic Surgeon - Bangkok, Thailand

JALALI Arash - Aesthetic Physician - Vancouver (BC), Canada

JANOVSKA Jana - Dermatologist - Riga, Latvia

JO Anna Youn-Kyong - Aesthetic Physician - South Korea

JURAIRATTANAPORN Natthachat - Dermatologic Surgeon - Bangkok, Thailand

KALBERMATTEN Daniel - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon - Geneva, Switzerland

KERSCHER Martina - Dermatologist - Hamburg, Germany

KHAIRY Aml - Dermatologist - Cairo, Egypt

KHAN Shumaila Qasim - Aesthetic Physician - Pakistan

KHANNA Bob - Dental Surgeon - Reading, UK

KIRICHUK Svetlana - Cosmetologist MD - Moscow, Russia

KOLENDA Jack - Facial Plastic Surgeon - Oakville (ON), Canada

KOWITWIBOOL Kritsada - Facial Plastic Surgeon - Bangkok, Thailand

KUPWIWAT Rosalyn - Dermatologic Surgeon - Bangkok, Thailand

LAU Michael - Gynecologist - USA

LEBBAR Noura - Cosmetic Surgeon - Italy

MAIPRASERT Mart - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - Undefined, Thailand

MANEEPRASOPCHOKE Pitchaya - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

MARTIN Elena - Aesthetic & Plastic Surgeon - Bucharest, Romania

MCGLOIN Claudia - Registered Nurse (RN) - Sligo, Ireland

MENON Nisha - Aesthetic Physician - Southend On Sea, UK

MICHON Alain - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - Ottawa (ON), Canada

MOTSIOS Dimitris - Dermatologic Surgeon - Marousi, Greece

NARUPAVES Nuttorn - Hair Transplant Surgeon - Samutprakarn, Thailand

NEESER Karl J. - Professor - Bangkok, Thailand

NEFF Audrey - Business Consultant - Boca Raton (FL), USA

NISCHWITZ Sebastian P. - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon - Graz, Austria

NOKDHES Ya-Nin - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

NORCHAI Phawit - Anti-aging Physician - Bangkok, Thailand

PAKKAR-HULL Anoob - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - Bradford, UK

PAMELA Ruri D - Dermatologist - Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia

PANCHAPRATEEP Ratchathorn - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

PARK Young Jin - Aesthetic Physician - South Korea

PHAM Giang Thi Thanh - Cosmetic Dermatologist - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

PORUMB Diana Patricia - Nutritionist - Cluj-Napoca, Romania

PUYAT Maria Cristina - Dermatologist - Pasig City, Philippines

QURESHI Kamran Izhar - Cosmetic Dermatologist - Lahore, Pakistan

RAVERA Karina - Aesthetic Physician/Radiologist - Argentina

RIBEIRO Mariana - Aesthetic Physician - Brasilia (DF), Brazil

REISENER Nino - Aesthetic Physician - Germany

ROJANAMATIN Jinda - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

ROSATI Cristina - General Surgeon - Genova, Italy

RUBINSTEIN Adam - Aesthetic & Plastic Surgeon - Miami (FL), USA

SALAHIA Sam - Aesthetic Physician - Dubai, UAE

SAMPATTAVANICH Nattaporn - Dermatologist - Nonthaburi, Thailand

SANPHASITVONG Wanviput - Anti-aging Physician - Bangkok, Thailand

SHAH Falguni - Aesthetic Physician - Mumbai, India

SOFRA Xanya - Neurophysiologist- Suffolk, UK

SOMSUP Sarittha - Dermatopediatrist, Neuropediatrist - Bangkok, Thailand

STANKOVIC Nenad - Aesthetic Physician - Beograd, Serbia

SURA Agnieszka - Cosmetic Dermatologist - Warszawa, Poland

TAHA Shatha - Aesthetic & Anti-aging Physician - London, UK

TECHAPICHETVANICH Thanya - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

TEKCHANDANI Sonia - Cosmetic Dermatologist - Mumbai, India

TEOVSKA MITREVSKA Natasa - Dermatologist - Skopje, Macedonia

THEODORAKOPOULOU Elina - Dermatologist - Athens, Greece

THONGJAROENSIRIKUL Panwadee - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

THUANGTONG Rattapon - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

THULESEN Jesper - Oculoplastic Surgeon - Copenhagen, Denmark

TIENTHAVORN Tanongkiet - Dermatologic Surgeon - Bangkok, Thailand

TIENTHITI Sitt - Anti-aging Physician - Bangkok, Thailand

TSIVTSIVADZE Mariam - Aesthetic & Plastic Surgeon - Tbilisi, Georgia

VACHIRAMON Vasanop - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

VANDEPUTTE Joan - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon - Oudenaarde, Belgium

VERNER Ines - Dermatologist - Tel Aviv, Israel

VORAVUTINON Nataya - Dermatologic Surgeon - Bangkok, Thailand

WALDORF Heidi A. - Dermatologist - New York (NY), USA

WANG Shiou-Han - Dermatologist - Taipei, Taiwan

WANITPHAKDEEDECHA Rungsima - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

WAQAS Falak - Cosmetic Dermatologist - Karachi, Pakistan

WATTANAKRAI Penpun - Dermatologist - Bangkok, Thailand

WU Francis - Dermatologist - Amstelveen, Netherlands

YI Kyu-Ho - Anatomist & Aesthetic Physician - Seoul, South Korea

ZHANG-NUNES Sandy - Oculoplastic Surgeon - Los Angeles (CA), USA

Discover What Sets AMWC Southeast Asia 2025 Apart

Scientific Excellence Driven by Your Voice

AMWC Southeast Asia 2025 combines the world-renowned scientific rigor and quality standards of AMWC with a program uniquely built from your feedback and clinical needs. Every session and insight is carefully selected through a rigorous, unbiased abstracts review process, ensuring a cutting-edge, evidence-based curriculum tailored to advance your practice.

Global vision, Regional insight

Scientific collaboration with the Dermatological Society of Thailand (DST) and the Aesthetic Multi-Specialty Society (AMS) ensures a culturally attuned, world-class program. This partnership brings unique regional perspectives and patient specificities from Southeast Asia, blending them with international standards to deliver relevant, impactful education.

Embracing Comprehensive Care

Focus on multi-disciplinary approaches in both aesthetics and longevity for truly personalized patient outcomes. Discover the “East Meets West: The Longevity Track” powered by A4M, a dedicated journey into anti-aging and regenerative medicine.

The Catalyst Room: Innovation in Action

A dedicated platform where industry presents scientifically grounded research and evidence-based innovations, developed in collaboration with clinicians to advance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes, all upheld to the highest standards of scientific integrity.on advancing clinical practice.

Networking, Exploration & Exhibition

In an engaging and welcoming atmosphere, connect meaningfully with peers and pioneers, and discover the latest innovations showcased on the exhibition floor.

THURSDAY

RETHINKING HAIR LOSS INNOVATION & INTEGRATIVE STRATEGIES THE NOW & NEXT REAL TRENDS, REAL IMPACT

ENERGY IN ACTION PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF AESTHETIC TECHNOLOGIES

INNOVATIONS IN SKIN REJUVENATION THE NEXT FRONTIER

SKIN BOOST PROTOCOLS IN ACTION GLOW, HYDRATE, REJUVENATE 20 NOV

SMART DEVICES, SMARTER RESULTS THE FUTURE OF NON-INVASIVE PROCEDURES

08:30 09:45

FRIDAY

LIGHTENING ROUND HOT TOPICS & RAPID-FIRE Q&A

FACE FIRST: SURGICAL MEETS SUBTLE

21 NOV

INTEGRATIVE ANTI-AGING ESSENTIALS FOR THE AESTHETIC PHYSICIAN (CIM DPU COLLABORATION) BIOSTIMULATION

09:45 10:30 COFFEE BREAK 10.30 12.00

HIGH-DEMAND ZONES JAWLINE, MIDFACE & PERIORAL REJUVENATION LIVE DEMO

STRATEGIC SUSPENSION THREADS AND THEIR PERFECT PAIRINGS

FROM KNOWLEDGE TO ACTION APPLYING ANTI-AGING IN AESTHETIC PRACTICE (CIM DPU COLLABORATION)

12.00 14.00 12:00 - 13:00 LUNCH SYMPOSIUM LUNCH BREAK 14.00 15.45

FACE DONE, WHAT ABOUT THE HANDS?

EXOSOMES INNOVATION IN PROGRESS

MODERN FACES, FLUID IDENTITIES LIVE DEMO

HOLISTIC APPROACHES TO SCAR MANAGEMENT

THE OVERLOOKED 90% ELEVATING AESTHETICS BEYOND THE FACE 15.45 16.30 COFFEE BREAK 16.30 18.00

SYNERGISTIC AESTHETICS THE ART OF COMBINING TREATMENTS

KEY TAKEAWAY - BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

5-MINUTE PEARLS FOR MAXIMUM CLINICAL IMPACT

BEYOND SPOTS ADVANCES IN PIGMENTATION & SKIN OPTIMIZATION

THE INVISIBLE ENGINE HOW EXPERIENCE-DRIVEN MARKETING FUELS AESTHETIC PRACTICE GROWTH

THE CATALYST TO BE ANNOUNCED

ROOM 1

08:30 - 09:45 ID SESSION: 8213

Injection Playbook: A Strategic Guide to Botulinum Toxin Success

This session offers practical guidance on recognizing, managing, and recovering from vascular complications caused by dermal fillers. Learn evidence-based protocols and innovative treatment strategies to build confidence and competence in handling emergencies, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.

• Facial equilibrium: The evolving role of OnabotulinumtoxinA from upper to lower face - A balanced protocol for real-world practice

• Precision Targeting for Superior Results: An Ultrasound-Guided Approach to Botulinum Toxin

• Masseter muscle and facial aesthetics

• Novel Anatomical Guidelines on Botulinum Neurotoxin Injection for Nose including Ala

• Gingival smile: When botulinum toxin is the best choice

• Diffusion characteristics, spread and migration of BoNTA formulations: How do they impact treatment strategies?

• The art of toxin: Off-face techniques in practice

09:45-10:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

Natthachat JURAIRATTANAPORN

Elona GABUEVA

Thanya TECHAPICHETVANICH

10:30 - 12:00 ID SESSION:

Profile Sculpt 360°: Full-Face Balance

Achieving true facial harmony goes beyond isolated enhancements - it requires a strategic, full-face approach. This session explores how to balance the nose, chin, and forehead using non-surgical techniques to sculpt an ideal profile. Experts will share advanced injection strategies, anatomical insights, and key decision-making principles to ensure results that are both natural and transformative. Learn how to assess facial proportions dynamically, choose the right products for structural support and finesse, and create impactful yet subtle results that respect each patient’s individuality.

• Two lines, no math. Deep, anterolateral midface augmentation along two axes

• Rhinomodelation with polycarpolactone - A safer and effective solution

• Live Demo: Full face case 1

• Live Demo: Full face case 2

• Live Demo: Full face case 3

Joan VANDEPUTTE

Kamran Izhar QURESHI

Jack KOLENDA

Jinda ROJANAMATIN

Ekaterina GUTOP

Commercial names of medical devices/software/equipment may appear during demonstrations because they are linked to specific medical procedures. Other products in the market can be used to perform the aforementioned medical procedures. The educational provider does not endorse any particular product.

12:00-13:00 - Lunch Symposium in Room 1 13:00-14:00 - Coffee Break & Networking

14:00 - 15:45 ID SESSION: 8226 LIVE DEMO

Eye Elegance: The Key to a Fresh, Appealing Look

The delicate eye area is often the first to reveal fatigue, aging, or stress - and one of the most challenging to treat. In this comprehensive session, experts unveil the latest techniques in periorbital rejuvenation, including tear trough correction, upper eyelid refinement, brow positioning, and skin quality restoration. Learn how to approach this complex zone with confidence, combining anatomy, product selection, and treatment synergy to achieve natural, refreshed results.

• Rational aesthetic interventions in the periocular region: Anatomy meets strategy

• Undereye fillers: Why I have not given up on hyaluronic acid

• Eyes that speak volumes: IPL treatment for stunning look and soothing relief

• Scarless lower lid rejuvenation with blepharoplasty, nanolipofilling and skin resurfacing

• Periorbital rejuvenation in Asian skin using 2910 nm cold ablative laser: Clinical insights and outcomes

Jesper THULESSEN

Cyril Mitchel AGAN

Sandy ZHANG-NUNES

Elena MARTIN

Smith ARAYASKUL

Arash JALALI

Kyu-Ho YI

Arcelino FARIAS NETO

Martina KERSCHER

• Tear trough swelling Cabunac ZELJKA

• Live Demo: Periorbital rejuvenation - Case 1

• Live Demo: Periorbital rejuvenation - Case 2

Demonstrator TBA

16:00-16:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

16:30 - 18:00 ID SESSION: 8232

From Panic to Protocol: Turning Vascular Complications into Competence

• A new international protocol on treating filler induced blindness

• Risk factor analysis for vascular occlusions after dermal filler injections: A systematic review and meta-analysis

• Venous & lymphatic impairment by fillers: A novel ultrasound perspective on the neglected child of vascular complications

• From ischemia to recovery: High-dose intra-arterial hyaluronidase rescues limb after HA embolism

• Hyperbaric chamber treatment to address vascular injection occlusion and necroses

• Structured complication management in aesthetic medicine: A real-world protocol for safe practice and recovery

Sandy ZHANG-NUNES

Adham CHAKHACHIRO

Hagai BETZER

Sebastian P. NISCHWITZ

Daniel KALBERMATTEN

Motsios DIMITRIS

ROOM 2

EAST MEETS WEST: THE LONGEVITY TRACK POWERED BY

To obtain ABAARM Board Certification or ABAAHP Diplomate Certification with A4M, candidates must complete two live or online events. The AMWC event, along with the A4M track, will fulfill one of these two event requirements.

East Meets West: The Longevity Track powered by A4M bridges Eastern philosophies with Western medical innovation to explore the science of healthy aging. This one-day program offers practical, clinical insights into peptide therapies, hormonal optimization, and integrative strategies for skin health, weight management, and vitality.

Gordon Crozier, DO

Marisol Duque, MD

Gordon Crozier, DO is recognized as a leader in both the research and application of integrative medicine and a pioneer in the field of genetics-based medicine. After graduating from Des Moines University & College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in 1994 with a Doctorate of Osteopathy, he completed his internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Michigan State University Garden City Hospital Campus. Dr. Crozier went on from there to practice in the areas of hormone replacement and women’s health. A board-certified physician in the state of Florida, Dr. Crozier is the Medical Director of Crozier Clinic in Orlando, where he is also a practicing physician.

Dr. Crozier combines his own life experience with his formal education to help patients from around the world. In addition to seeing patients at his private practice in Orlando, Florida, Dr. Crozier accepts patients remotely and travels around the world giving lectures on the power of natural treatments, genetics-based medicine, and integrative medicine.

Marisol Duque, MD is a distinguished medical surgeon with over 18 years of unwavering dedication to providing exceptional care and trust to patients throughout Latin America and Europe. Specializing in Integrative Medicine, Bio-regenerative Medicine, Tissue Regeneration, Longevity, Homotoxicology, Neural Therapy, Anti-Aging, and Aesthetics, as well as Cardiovascular Health and Nutrition, Dr. Duque’s expertise spans a wide spectrum of medical disciplines. With a rich history of successfully treating over 10,000 patients afflicted with diverse pathologies, Dr. Duque firmly advocates for the pivotal role of awareness and the cultivation of healthy habits as the foundation of effective medical intervention. She firmly believes that fostering a patient’s understanding and practice of good habits serves as the primary form of medicine, empowering individuals to take charge of their health and well-being. Dr. Duque’s medical practice seamlessly integrates both traditional and alternative approaches, offering comprehensive treatment programs tailored to address various health concerns including cardiovascular health, digestive health and metabolism, athletic performance optimization, and natural fertility cycle management, among others.

A trailblazer in the realms of natural anti-aging and tissue regeneration techniques, Dr. Duque has spearheaded the development of specialized medical programs aimed at addressing a myriad of skin and connective tissue pathologies through an integrative approach. Notably, she has pioneered a groundbreaking technique that mimics the body’s innate capacity for regeneration, marking a new epoch in autologous intelligent biology. Driven by a passion for research, Dr. Duque has actively contributed to esteemed research groups affiliated with prestigious institutions such as George Washington University, Brown University, and Saint Laurents Institute, furthering the frontiers of medical knowledge and innovation.

08:30 – 09:45 ID SESSION: 8211

Unlocking Human Potential: Peptides, Hormones & the Science of Longevity

Speakers: Gordon Crozier, DO

Explore the critical interplay between peptide therapies and hormonal balance in the context of aging. This session will highlight key clinical strategies for optimizing vitality, cognition, and cellular function, using a systems-based approach to longevity medicine.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding age-related hormonal decline and peptide-based interventions

• Synergistic effects of bioidentical hormones and peptides (e.g., growth hormone secretagogues, thymosins)

• Personalized protocols for vitality, immune support, and healthy aging

• Eastern adaptogens and Western hormone optimization—where they meet

09:45-10:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

10:30 - 12:00 ID SESSION: 8216

Beyond

the

Scale: Metabolic Reprogramming with Peptides for Weight Optimization

Speakers: Marisol Duque, MD

Weight loss isn’t just about calories—it’s about chemistry. This session delves into the clinical use of peptides to support metabolic health, fat loss, and body recomposition, integrating hormonal signals, gut-brain axis function, and inflammatory modulation.

Key Takeaways:

• Mechanisms and clinical utility of peptides like semaglutide, CJC-1295, AOD-9604, MOTS-c

• Case-based strategies for managing insulin resistance and visceral adiposity

• Addressing weight regain and metabolic plateaus with peptide cycling

• Combining diet, movement, and Eastern philosophy for sustainable weight outcomes

12:00-14:00 - Lunch Break & Networking

14:00 - 15:45 ID SESSION: 8223

Inside-Out Longevity: The Microbiome, Brain-Skin Axis & Immune Resilience

Speakers: Gordon Crozier, DO

Dive into the interconnected world of the human biome—from the gut to the skin to the brain—and uncover how it influences inflammation, skin aging, mental clarity, and immune robustness. Special focus on SIBO, skin dysbiosis, and neuroinflammation.

Key Takeaways:

• Mapping the gut-skin-brain-immune axis: latest insights and clinical markers

• Peptide therapies (BPC-157, thymosin alpha-1) for gut healing and neuroimmune support

• Integrating Ayurvedic and TCM approaches to microbiome harmony

• Addressing SIBO and dysbiosis in longevity-focused patients

15.45-16:30 - Coffee Break & Networking 16:30 – 18:00 ID SESSION: 8229

The Future of Rejuvenation: Microchannel Delivery & Peptide-Infused Skin Restoration

Speakers: Marisol Duque, MD

This aesthetics-forward session explores the use of microchanneling devices to deliver targeted peptides directly into the dermis for collagen induction, pigment modulation, and cellular renewal—enhancing both appearance and biological age.

Key Takeaways:

• Microchannel delivery techniques: safety, depth, and formulation considerations

• Peptides for skin repair: GHK-Cu, PTD-DBM, Matrixyl, and more

• Clinical protocols for skin laxity, melasma, and scar remodeling

• Combining microneedling, exosomes, and East-West skin philosophy

ROOM 3

08:30 - 09:45 ID SESSION: 8212

Rethinking Hair Loss: Innovation & Integrative Strategies

Hair loss is a multifactorial condition demanding a comprehensive treatment approach. This session delves into the newest innovations- from regenerative medicine to device-based therapies - integrated with holistic patient care strategies. Discover how to combine modalities effectively and tailor treatments to individual patient profiles for improved hair density, quality, and scalp health.

• Combination of nanofat and longhair transplantation (nonshaven follicular unit extraction) improves hair re-growth in patients with androgenic alopecia and prevent shockloss

• Surgical treatments of periorificial vitiligo and canities

• Organic product for hair growth promoter

• Hair transplant on non-AGA patients

• Combination of Erbium YAG laser and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for the treatment of hair disorders: A comprehensive approach to hair regeneration and restoration

• The efficacy and safety of adipose stem cell derived exosomes in severe alopecia areata

09:45-10:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

10:30 - 12:00 ID SESSION: 8218

Energy in Action: Practical Applications of Aesthetic Technologies

Yu-Pin CHENG

Ratapon TUANGTHONG

Ratchathorn PANCHAPRATEEP

This session explores the practical implementation of advanced aesthetic technologies, emphasizing energy-based devices that are reshaping treatment possibilities. Discover evidence-based protocols and expert strategies for combining technologies to customize care for diverse patient needs. From skin rejuvenation to body sculpting, learn how to enhance safety, effectiveness, and patient satisfaction through thoughtful integration of these innovations. Expert case reviews and clinical insights will provide guidance on overcoming challenges and achieving reliable, impressive outcomes in everyday practice.

• The Hidden Variable in Monopolar RF: Clinical and Mathematical Insights into Return Electrode Positioning

• Optimizing Skin Tightening: Combination Biorevitalizer Priming + Monopolar RF

• Nonablative fractional 1927-nm laser for periorbital rejuvenation

• HIFU technology in safe and effective combinations

• Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Microwave Technology in Reducing Lower Face Laxity

• The Efficacy and Safety of the 675-nm Laser for Lip Rejuvenation

• The versatile Pico laser: The ultimate workhorse for Asian facial rejuvenation beyond tattoo removal

• Treating Neck Wrinkles With Microneedle Bipolar Fractional Radiofrequency

12:00-13:00 - Lunch Symposium in Room 1 13:00-14:00 - Coffee Break & Networking

14:00 - 15:45 ID SESSION: 8225

What’s New, What’s Next in Regenerative Aesthetics

Shiou-Han WANG

Atinuch DUANGKAEW

Chang-ming HUANG

Ekaterina GUTOP

Rosalyn KUPWIWAT

Ya-Nin NOKDECH

Shumaila Qasim KHAN

Prapawan CHAWVAVANICH

Regenerative aesthetics is reshaping the way we approach skin and tissue rejuvenation—moving from correction to restoration. This session explores the frontiers of biostimulatory techniques, autologous treatments, and bioengineered solutions. Experts will share updates on exosomes, PRP/PRF, peptides, and next-generation scaffolds, alongside clinical pearls on how to integrate these innovations into daily practice. Whether you’re already offering regenerative options or looking to enter the field, this session will guide you through what’s making an impact now—and what’s on the horizon.

• Regeneration from decline to renewal: The science behind what damages our cells & how we can rebuild

• The collagen miracle and why it’s not enough for youthful rejuvenation

• Regenerative medicine & the future of aging: Can exosomes slow the clock?

Mariam TSIVTSIVADZE

Xanya SOFRA

Anoob PAKKAR-HULL

Nuttorn NARUPAVES

Natasa TEOVSKA MITREVSKA

Byong Seung CHO

• Decoding PRP protocols: Global inconsistencies and their Clinical impact

• Combination of non-crosslinked hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma (PRP): A rational approach to facial rejuvenation and hair loss treatment

• Full-thickness acne scar remodeling with TCA, Polynucleotides, and a PDLLA–HA hybrid: A single-session protocol

• Next-Gen Aesthetics: Combining thread and regenerative therapies for dynamic facial areas

15:45-16:30 - Coffee Break & Networking 16:30 - 18:00 ID SESSION: 8228

Responsible Aesthetics: Smart Marketing with Integrity

Moderators: Heidi A. WALDORF, Vanessa BIRD

Claudia McGLOIN

Noura LEBBAR

Ee Cheong CHUA

Vanravi VACHATIMANONT

Reputation is the ultimate return on investment. Ethical decision-making isn’t just the right thing to do - it’s also the smartest business strategy. Learn practical approaches to building patient trust through transparent communication and responsible marketing while maintaining the highest clinical standards. Discover how aligning ethics with marketing not only strengthens your brand reputation but also drives sustainable growth and long-term patient loyalty in today’s competitive aesthetic industry.

• Presentation to be announced

Heidi A. WALDORF

• Your unique fingerprint. Defining your USP to stand out as an aesthetic injection Vanessa BIRD

• Training what really counts: How to elevate your aesthetic practice by emotional intelligence

• The importance of the aesthetic wellness questionnaire (AWQ-10) in safeguarding patients seeking aesthetic treatments

• From Profits to Principles: Reimagining the business of medical aesthetics

Sebastian P. NISCHWITZ

Jessica CVETIC

Tanongkiet TIENTHAVORN

20 NOV

THURSDAY,

ROOM 1

08:30 - 09:45 ID SESSION: 8234

Lightening Round: Hot Topics & Rapid-fire Q&A

Moderators: Heidi A. WALDORF

Fast, focused, and packed with insights—this high-energy session brings together top aesthetic experts to tackle today’s most talked-about topics. From emerging trends and controversial treatments to evolving patient demands and practice challenges, each speaker delivers quick, impactful takes in a rapid-fire format. Stay sharp during the open Q&A where nothing is off the table—this is your chance to ask bold questions and get unfiltered answers in real time.

• AI & Imaging Tools in Aesthetics: Game-changer or Gimmick?

• Toxin Trends: Shorter-acting vs. Longer-lasting — What Are We Really Choosing?

• Biostimulators vs. Fillers: Are We Moving Beyond Volume?

• The rise of regenerative aesthetics: PRP, exosomes, nanofat — Hype or Hope?

• What’s worth investing in now, and what’s still too early?

• Threads & sutures 2.0: Are They finally delivering consistency?

• Melasma & pigmentation in 2025: Are we any closer to real control?

09:45-10:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

10:30 - 12:00

High-Demand Zones: Jawline, Midface & Perioral Rejuvenation

This dynamic session will feature live demonstrations of the latest techniques for jawline, midface, and perioral rejuvenation—areas that patients increasingly request. Experts will showcase how to achieve natural contouring, volume restoration, and skin rejuvenation using a range of non-surgical treatments, including injectables and other treatment modalities. Attendees will gain valuable insights into overcoming challenges and tailoring treatments to create harmonious, youthful facial results.

• Augmenting the NLF: What’s the safest technique for augmenting the pyriform area

• M-Shaped lips: Aesthetic correction with hyaluronic acid fillers

• The BOOMERANG JAW rejuvenation and augmentation technique for improved safety and natural results

• Submental sculpting with RF-assisted lipolysis: Options and outcomes

• Live Demo: From volume loss to natural lift - Midface and perioral correction

• Live Demo: Customizing lower contour

Jack KOLENDA

Aml KHAIRY

Alain MICHON

Nataya VORANUTINON

Demonstrator to be announced

12:00-13:00 - Lunch Symposium in Room 1 13:00-14:00 - Coffee Break & Networking

14:00 - 15:45 ID SESSION: 8249 LIVE DEMO

Modern Faces, Fluid Identities

In contemporary society, the traditional notions of gendered beauty—where certain facial features or treatments were deemed suitable only for males or females—are increasingly being challenged. This session will examine how aesthetic practices are adapting to a world where identity is fluid and transcends binary concepts. Through a live demonstration, participants will gain insight into techniques that prioritize individualized treatment, considering unique facial structures and personal expression rather than conforming to outdated gender norms.

• Flat lips: Definition, technique and changing patient expectations

• Long-term outcomes of mandibular contouring with PEG-crosslinked hyaluronic acid in male patients: A retrospective ultrasound-based study

• How to reassess the returning patient for filler touch up and avoid the overfilled look

Sura AGNIESZKA

Araya Bruna DIEGO

Alain MICHON

• Live Demo: Injectable harmonization - Tailoring identity

• Live Demo: Building the masculine profile

Demonstrator to be announced

15:45-16:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

16:30 - 18:00 ID SESSION: 8252

Synergistic Aesthetics: The Art of Combining Treatments

This session explores the cutting-edge strategies of integrating multiple aesthetic treatments to enhance results and address complex patient needs. This session will showcase innovative approaches where different modalities are combined to achieve superior outcomes, offering a comprehensive overview of how synergistic techniques can optimize aesthetic results. Attendees will gain insights into the practical applications, benefits, and considerations of blending treatments such as injectables, lasers, and energy-based devices, providing a deeper understanding of how to create tailored, effective treatment plans.

• Combining biostimulatory fillers with energy based devices for the best results

• My 5 points for achieving patient satisfaction when using Aptos technique

• Remodeling the neck using a multi-modal approach

• Combining fillers, biostimulators, and toxin for optimal injectable outcome in the lower face

• Biosubcision technique: Volume and gluteal contour without cellulite through subcision

• Botulinum toxin and subcisions: complex glabellar approach

• Synergistic treatments in a layered approach to skin quality improvement

Ines VERNER

Leyla ANNAEVA

Falguni SHAH

Nenad STANKOVIC

Mariana RIBEIRO

Elena MARTIN

Yada ITTHIPANICHPONG

FRIDAY, 21 NOV

ROOM 2

08:30 - 09:45 ID SESSION: 8236

Face First: Surgical Meets Subtle

Discover how today’s most forward-thinking experts are redefining facial rejuvenation by combining the precision of surgery with the finesse of minimally invasive techniques. This session explores innovative approaches such as pre-surgical fillers, hybrid facelifts, and advanced blepharoplasty methods tailored for Asian anatomy. Learn how to enhance patient outcomes, reduce morbidity, and create natural-looking results through seamless integration of surgical and subtle aesthetic interventions.

• Fillers and biostimulator injections prior to facelift surgery: A plastic surgeons perspective and recommendations

• Hybrid Facelift - Combining superficial treatment

Sinno HANI

Daniel KALBERMATTEN

• Asian short incision blepharoplasty Kritsada KOWITWIBOOL

• Nearly scarless necklifts Adam RUBINSTEIN

09:45-10:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

10:30 - 12:00 ID SESSION: 8238

Strategic Suspension - Threads and Their Perfect Pairings

Thread lifting has become a cornerstone for non-surgical facial rejuvenation - but it doesn’t work in isolation. This session focuses on multi-modal strategies that combine threads with energy-based devices, skin tightening, and injectable treatments to elevate outcomes and patient satisfaction. Learn how top experts sequence, layer, and customize these tools for strategic tissue repositioning, volume support, and long-term maintenance - without the scalpel.

• Eyebrow lifting with sutures: surgical or percutaneous, vertical or superolateral?

• Alarplasty with PLCL Cog Threads

• The true side of thread lifting: How it really works!

• Beyond Lifting: A dual-modality approach combining PDO threads and nanografting for facial rejuvenation

• Innovative Reverse-Oriented Cog Thread System for Minimally Invasive Facial Lifting

• Personalized thread lift modifications for Asian beauty enhancement

• Dimpling in threadlifting: Preventing and managing this complication

12:00-13:00 - Lunch Symposium in Room 1 13:00-14:00 - Coffee Break & Networking

14:00 - 14:45 ID SESSION: 8735

Face Done, What About the Hands?

Joan VANDEPUTTE

Prathamesh GUPTA

Mariam TSIVTSIVADZE

Cristina ROSATI

Wooram KIM

Thanya TECHAPICHETVANICH

Cyril Mitchel AGAN

While facial treatments dominate the spotlight, patients increasingly seek comprehensive, full-body solutions. This session uncovers the growing - yet often unspoken - demand for aesthetic care beyond the face, focusing on areas that frequently show early signs of aging or are commonly overlooked. Discover clinically effective and innovative strategies to rejuvenate the neck, décolleté, hands, arms, abdomen, and intimate zones - delivering visible, lasting results across the full aesthetic landscape.

• Scarless hand rejuvenation

• Anatomical multi-layer approach to hand rejuvenation: the Anatomically Based (AB) hand injection techniques

14:45-15:45 ID SESSION: 8248

The Overlooked 90%: Elevating Aesthetics Beyond the Face

Adam RUBIENSTEIN

Lorenzo GARAGNANI

• Body contouring (Deltoid) with the fillers Kyu-Ho YI

• High definition abdomen with non-surgical technique: evaluation of satisfaction and performance

• A prospective open label and a split-body study on the CaHA plus micronutrients for cellulite dimpling

Eduardo CHICARELLI

Eleni THEODORAKOPOULOU

• Calf reduction by botulinum toxin Seung Gook HWANG

5:45-16:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

16:30 - 18:00 ID SESSION: 8256

Key Takeaway - Back by Popular Demand: 5-Minute Pearls for Maximum Clinical Impact

Back by popular demand, this high-yield session returns after last year’s success, delivering concise, 5-minute talks packed with real-world clinical tips. Each expert shares one focused, practice-tested pearl - no fluff, just actionable insights you can apply immediately.

From technique refinements to treatment pearls and effective marketing strategies, learn what’s truly driving success in top practices - and how to implement these approaches right away. Perfect for busy practitioners, this quick-fire format maximizes learning in minimal time. Walk away with practical ideas to improve technique, enhance results, boost patient satisfaction, and elevate your practice’s growth and reputation.

ROOM 3

These two sessions on “Integrating Anti-Aging into Aesthetic Practice” are proudly presented in collaboration with the College of Integrative Medicine (CIM), Dhurakij Pundit University. This partnership highlights a shared vision of advancing integrative and aesthetic medicine to provide holistic solutions for anti-aging treatments. CIM is dedicated to Empowering Health, Enhancing Beauty, and Extending Life, aligning perfectly with the goals for these sessions.

08:30 - 09:45 ID SESSION: 8237

Integrating Anti-Aging into Aesthetic Practice (CIM DPU Collaboration)

Today’s aesthetic patients expect more than surface-level improvements - they seek lasting, holistic results. For aesthetic physicians, understanding the fundamentals of anti-aging medicine is no longer optional. This session covers key concepts such as chronic inflammation, hormonal shifts, and gut-skin interactions that directly influence skin quality, healing, and treatment outcomes. Gain the essential knowledge to better evaluate your patients and enhance the effectiveness of your aesthetic interventions.

• Beyond the surface: How circadian biology shapes skin health and aesthetic outcomes

• The effectiveness of integrative hybrid therapies in clinical practice for accomplishing centenarian longevity

• Metabolic syndrome induced accelerated skin ageing: The quest and its additional value in cardiovascular risk assessment

• The ultimate truth about UV-exposure and cutaneous malignant melanoma skin cancer

• Hidden cause of obesity: Functional approaches before you start the GLP-1, Why GLP-1 Failure, Can I stop GLP-1 without YOYO effect?

• How to apply holistic weight loss in aesthetic setting

09:45-10:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

10:30 - 12:00 ID SESSION: 8239

Phawit NORCHAI

From Knowledge to Action: Applying Anti-Aging in Aesthetic Practice (CIM DPU Collaboration)

Discover how to put anti-aging insights into action. This session introduces practical tools and easy-to-implement strategies, from diagnostics to supplements and regenerative treatments, that help elevate your daily aesthetic outcomes. Learn how to assess and address internal factors like oxidative stress, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances that impact treatment results. By bridging aesthetic procedures with anti-aging protocols, you’ll be equipped to deliver more comprehensive, long-lasting results and meet the evolving expectations of today’s patients.

• Review of body of evidence for glutathione and NAD+ supplementation in IV and oral formulations

• Nutrition as anti-aging therapy: Dietary interventions that lower metabolic age

• Weight, Wellness, and the Face

• Facial volume management during rapid weight loss induced by GLP-1 agonists: Aesthetic tools and protocols

• Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) detoxification

12:00-13:00 - Lunch Symposium in Room 1

13:00-14:00 - Coffee Break & Networking

14:00 - 15:45 ID SESSION: 8247

Holistic Approaches to Scar Management

Shatha TAHA

Diana Patricia PORUMB

Wanviput SANPHASITVONG

Svitlana KIRICHUK

Sitt TIENTHITI

This session will explore holistic, multimodal strategies for scar management, combining cutting-edge technologies with patient-centered care. Experts will discuss how to integrate energy-based devices, regenerative injectables, microneedling, and topicals to treat various scar types, including acne, trauma, and surgical scars. Learn how to tailor treatments to individual needs for optimal results, using a combination of techniques for comprehensive scar revision and improved skin outcomes.

• Dual modality approach to acne scars in skin of colour

• Multimodal techniques for keloid scars

• Scar remodeling at a new depth: The science of 675 nm

Priyanka HEMRAJANI

Puyat, Philippines

Natcha CHOTTAWORNSAK

Ruri D PAMELA

Sarittha SOMSUP

Jana JANOVSKA

Karl J. NEESER

Mart MAIPRASERT

• Tranexamic acid in acne treatment: From theory to reality

Tien DOAN

• Laser- assisted subcision with endolift technique for acne scar treatment Mehrnoosh HEIDARIANNAINY

15:45-16:30 - Coffee Break & Networking

16:30 - 18:00 ID SESSION: 8254

Beyond Spots: Advances in Pigmentation & Skin Optimization

Pigmentation disorders are among the most common—and challenging—aesthetic concerns. This session explores the latest advances in diagnosing and treating pigmentation across all skin types, with a focus on achieving balanced tone and enhanced skin quality. From targeted technologies to combination protocols, learn how today’s experts approach pigment correction as part of a broader skin optimization strategy.

• Melasma management: Rapid control and long-term treatment strategy

• Dual action peels for acne and pigmentation: Combining exfoliation, antibacterial action, and melanin inhibition

• The efficacy and safety of the 675-nm red laser in treating melasma in Asians

• New 785 nm pico laser for challenge, complex hyperpigmentations

Giang Thi Thanh PHAM

Falak WAQAS

Panwadee THONGJAROENSIRIKUL

Paolo BONAN

• PDRN fillers in Pigmentation Sonia TEKCHANDANI

• Cosmeceuticals and pigmentation

• Melanin synthetic pathways & melanogenesis - A new fusion of interruption with automated skin-needling

Francis WU

FRIDAY, 21 NOV

A NEW KNOWLEDGE HUB WITHIN THE CONGRESS

Where scientific thinking meets innovation - The Catalyst Room brings you the latest data, ideas, and evidence behind the tools, technologies, and treatments shaping the future of aesthetic and clinical practice.

WHY ATTEND?

• Gain early insight into emerging technologies and treatmentssupported by data, not marketing

• Hear science-backed presentations on innovations you’re already using or considering

• Discover independent and industrysupported research that may influence your clinical decisions

• Learn how peers and KOLs interpret new findings and apply them in practice

• Challenge or validate your protocols with real data

• Understand the scientific rationale behind what you see in the exhibit hall

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Only science-first content - No sales pitches

• A unique mix of voices: Clinicians, researchers, and industry

• Focused on evidence, protocols, and outcomes

• Designed for curious, data-driven clinicians

• Real-world applications from earlystage findings

• For doctors who ask: Where’s the evidence?

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

• Clinically relevant topics for realworld practice

• Independent + industry-supported studies - all science, no sales

• Key updates on data, safety, protocols, and outcomes

• Exposure to emerging tools, technologies, and concepts

“As clinicians, we’re surrounded by innovation. The Catalyst Room invites us to pause, assess the evidence, and approach new products and technologies with clinical confidence.”

- Dr. Heidi Waldorf, Dermatologist & AMWC Southeast Asia 2025 Scientific Director

TENTATIVE PROGRAM - SUBJECT TO MODIFICATION

08:30 - 09:45

THE NOW & NEXT: Real Trends, Real Impact

This session showcases timely insights, new data, and cutting-edge concepts that are shaping the aesthetic medicine landscape - today and tomorrow. Bridging clinical experience with industry-driven innovation, the session features a mix of peer-reviewed abstracts and presentations from companies introducing meaningful advances in techniques, technologies, and practice models. Designed to spotlight what truly matters in real-world aesthetics, this is where science meets market relevance - and where tomorrow’s trends take the stage.

10:30-12:00

INNOVATIONS IN SKIN REJUVENATION: The Next Frontier

This forward-looking session highlights the latest breakthroughs in skin rejuvenation — from clinical research to real-world application. Featuring a curated selection of scientific abstracts and industry-led innovations, the session offers a platform for both independent researchers and companies to share new data, technologies, and treatment strategies. Expect fresh perspectives on regenerative approaches, skin biology, delivery systems, and combination therapies that are shaping the future of skin rejuvenation. A unique opportunity to connect science, practice, and innovation.

14:00-15:30

SMART DEVICES, SMARTER RESULTS: The Future of Non-invasive Procedures

Technology is transforming non-invasive aesthetic procedures at unprecedented speed - offering smarter solutions, better outcomes, and enhanced patient satisfaction. This session brings together cutting-edge clinical studies and industry-led innovations that are driving the next generation of non-invasive treatments. From AI-guided devices and energy-based platforms to smart sensors and personalized protocols, discover how technology is reshaping practice today and setting new standards for tomorrow. Featuring a curated mix of scientific abstracts and breakthrough developments from industry leaders.

16:15-17:30

SKIN BOOST PROTOCOLS IN ACTION: Glow, Hydrate, Rejuvenate

As demand for radiant, hydrated skin continues to grow, so does the science behind skin booster treatments. This session showcases evidence-based protocols and real-world outcomes supported by clinical studies — with a spotlight on innovations and data presented by industry leaders. Explore how injectable hydrators, biostimulators, and advanced formulations are being used in practice to improve skin texture, elasticity, and overall glow. A resultsdriven session bridging practitioner insights with industry-sponsored research at the forefront of skin rejuvenation.

THURSDAY, 20 NOV

TENTATIVE PROGRAM - SUBJECT TO MODIFICATION

09:00 - 09:45

BIOSTIMULATION

Biostimulation is transforming the aesthetic landscape, offering regenerative solutions that go beyond volume restoration. This session explores the latest clinical strategies and scientific insights into collagen-stimulating injectables — including CaHA, PLLA, and emerging biostimulatory technologies. With a strong focus on data and protocols, the session features a curated mix of independent clinical research and industry-sponsored studies, offering a platform for companies to share their most up-to-date findings and innovations. Designed for practitioners who want to integrate evidence-based, long-term rejuvenation techniques into their daily practice.

10:30-12:00

EXOSOMES. Innovation in Progress

Exosomes represent a cutting-edge frontier in regenerative medicine and aesthetic science, offering promising potential for skin rejuvenation and tissue repair. This session highlights the latest breakthroughs in exosome research, clinical applications, and emerging technologies. Featuring pioneering studies and innovations presented by leading industry developers alongside independent researchers, attendees will gain insight into how exosomebased therapies are evolving — from laboratory findings to real-world protocols. A forward-thinking platform to explore the promise and challenges of this rapidly advancing field.

14.00-15.30

The Invisible Engine: How Experience-Driven Marketing Fuels Aesthetic Practice Growth

The most powerful form of marketing in aesthetic medicine isn’t flashy or loud - it’s subtle, consistent, and deeply human. It’s the way your front desk answers the phone. The trust a patient feels in consultation. The quiet confidence of a doctor who educates instead of sells. These invisible forces shape perception, loyalty, and longterm growth far more than any ad campaign.

This session dives into five interconnected topics that reframe marketing as something you do every day, not just something you outsource or automate. With real-world insights from experienced practitioners and clinic owners, you’ll learn how to strengthen every stage of the patient journey - from first click to long-term retention. If you’re ready to stop chasing quick wins and start building a brand that lasts, this session is your blueprint for experience-driven growth. Perfect for clinicians, managers, and anyone shaping the patient experience - from first impression to lifelong loyalty.

• The patient will see you now

• Why Patients Choose You: The Doctors Role in Marketing

• Developing High-Value Membership & Loyalty Programmes

• Scaling aesthetic practice through physician-led digital engagement

• The royal approach. What aesthetic practitioners can learn from the British monarchy to elevate patient loyalty

• Celebrities, Influencers, Models or Real Clients: Who is best the ambassador for your clinic?

Marylin CAPOTE

Menon NISHA

Audrey NEFF

Irene Gaile C. ROBREDO-VITAS

Vanessa BIRD

Jan Raymond CONADERA

VENUE

Rajavithi Hospital, Building C, 12th floor

2 Phaya Thai Rd, Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok

Public transport: BTS - Victory Monument Station

Rajavithi Hospital, a premier government-run healthcare facility situated in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand is known for its comprehensive medical services and advanced healthcare technologies. It provides an ideal setting for this educational program.

Full-Face Injectables: Interactive Demonstrations and Expert Techniques

FULL-FACE INJECTABLES

INTERACTIVE DEMONSTRATIONS AND EXPERT TECHNIQUES

COURSE DESCRIPTION

NATURALLY YOU: DIVERSITY-INCLUSIVE AESTHETIC TECHNIQUES

This course takes a human-centered approach to full-face injectables, focusing on gentle techniques that respect each patient’s individuality. Through close observation of expert injectors in action, participants will gain practical insight into achieving soft, natural-looking results guided by anatomical precision, emotional intelligence, and cultural sensitivity. Faculty will demonstrate how to adapt techniques to diverse aesthetic ideals, ensuring artistry that enhances rather than alters personal identity. By blending empathy with technical excellence, this course empowers practitioners to deliver outcomes that are both authentic and meaningful for their patients.

COURSE OBJECTIVE

1. COMPREHENSIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE

• Gain in-depth knowledge through expert-led lectures on the latest techniques in full face rejuvenation, patient assessment, and safety protocols.

• Learn from multiple experts as they demonstrate advanced injection techniques across different facial zones.

2. INTERACTIVE AND PRACTICAL INSIGHTS

• Engage in interactive discussions during live demonstrations, allowing for a deep dive into the nuances of each technique.

• Benefit from personalized feedback and practical tips from experts, enhancing your ability to deliver exceptional results in your practice.

3. UNIQUE CLOSE OBSERVATION OPPORTUNITY

• Closely observe full face rejuvenation treatments performed by various experts in small groups.

• Witness different techniques and approaches for each facial zone, with ample opportunity to ask questions and discuss details in real-time.

SCIENTIFIC DIRECTORS

Jinda Rojanamatin Dermatologist Thailand

INTERNATIONAL FACULTY

GUTOP Ekaterina

Dermatologist - Armania

JALALI Arash

Aesthetic Physician, Canada

KOLENDA Jack

Facial Plastic Surgeon, Canada

MARTIN Elena

Plastic Surgeon, Romania

Joan Vandeputte Plastic Surgeon Belgium

COURSE PROGRAM ROOM 1

07:30 -08:30

Registration in front of the main lecture room 12 th floor

08:30 - 09:30

Foundations in Full Face Rejuvenation

• Clinically relevant facial anatomy for injectables

• Comprehensive patient assessment and customized treatment planning

• Is more better? Benefits of HA soft tissue filler on the psychological and social-related quality of life dimensions

• Strategic product selection essentials: Injectable fillers for full-face rejuvenation

09:30 -10:30

Injection Technique Deep Dive I: Upper Face, Midface & Tear Trough with Video Tutorials

• Temple injections: Techniques for filling and softening sharp contours

• Forehead shaping: Safe and effective approaches

• Periocular region: Addressing complex anatomy challenges Elevating the midface: Strategies for tear trough and malar enhancement

• Elevating the midface: Strategies for tear trough and malar enhancement

10:30 - 10:50 - Coffee Break

10:50 -11:50

Injection Technique Deep Dive II: NonSurgical Rhinoplasty, Lower Face, Chin and Perioral Area with Video Tutorials

• Non-surgical rhinoplasty: Techniques and safety

• Lower face & chin: Contouring and volume, superficial and deep restoration

• Lips and perioral area: Precision and natural results

MICHON Alain

Aesthetic Physician, Canada

ROJANAMATIN Jinda

Dermatologist, Thailand

TIENTHAVORN Tanongkiet

Dermatologist, Thailand

THULESEN Jesper

Oculoplastic Surgeon, Denmark

VANDEPUTTE Joan

Plastic Surgeon, Belgium

WANITPHAKDEEDECHA

Rungsima

Dermatologist, Thailand

11:50 -12:10

Complications Recognition and Management

• Vascular obstruction: Identification of high-risk zones and prevention strategies

• Other complications (granuloma, infection, discoloration etc…)

12:10-13:00

Biostimulators, Combination Techniques & Video Demonstration

• Biostimulators and their role in rejuvenation

• Reshaping and biostimulating separately or all in one?

• Video demos highlighting safe and effective applications

13:00 - 14:00 - Lunch Break

14:00 - 14:10

Participants will be divided into 10 small groups and assigned to designated treatment rooms.

14:10 - 17:30

Live demonstrations & Interactive Discussion

Experience an afternoon of immersive learning and collaboration, where participants delve into the intricacies of full-face rejuvenation with injectables through close observation and interactive discussions with leading practitioners.

FACIAL ULTRASOUND - AESTHETIC MEDICINE

FACIAL HIGH-RESOLUTION ULTRASOUND (HRUS) IN AESTHETIC MEDICINE HANDS-ON

SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR

Prof Dr Rungsima

Wanitphakdeedecha

Dermatologist Thailand

COURSE DESCRIPTION

High-Resolution Ultrasound (HRUS) is emerging as an indispensable tool in aesthetic medicine, enabling precise anatomical visualization, safe injection planning, and improved management of complications. This intensive 4-hour course offers both foundational knowledge and real-time hands-on experience with state-of-the-art facial ultrasound techniques. Designed for aesthetic practitioners at all levels, the course blends scientific rigor with clinical practicality, guided by internationally renowned experts.

INTERNATIONAL FACULTY

BETZER Hagai

Aesthetic Physician, Israel

RAVERA Karina

Aesthetic Physician/Radiologist, Argentina

WANITPHAKDEEDECHA Rungsima

Dermatologist, Thailand

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Participants will gain the ability to:

• Understand the physics and core principles of facial ultrasound

• Perform HRUS scanning techniques for aesthetic evaluation

• Identify dermal fillers and biostimulators by echogenic profile

• Apply ultrasound-guided techniques for injections and complication management

• Conduct facial vascular mapping using Doppler imaging

• Integrate tele-ultrasound into aesthetic practice for remote consultations

COURSE PROGRAM

LIMITED TO 40 ATTENDEES

ROOM 2

8:30-10:30

Theoretical Module

Dr. Karina Ravera (Argentina)

1. Fundamentals of Ultrasound in Aesthetic Procedures

• Ultrasound physics: frequency, penetration, resolution, piezoelectric effect

• Imaging modes: B-Mode, Doppler, Tissue Harmonic Imaging (THI)

• Types of transducers for facial scanning

• Key ultrasound terminology: echogenicity, echotexture, artifacts

2. HRUS Scanning Techniques for the Face

• Standard views for cervicofacial assessment

• Terminology applied to soft tissue and filler visualization

• Techniques for artifact-free scanning

3. Ultrasound-Guided Injection Techniques

• Needle guidance: in-plane vs. out-of-plane

• Practical application in aesthetic procedures

4. Visualizing Fillers and Biostimulators

• Classification by ultrasound characteristics

• Echogenic signatures of different materials

5. Facial Vascular Mapping with Doppler

• Principles of Doppler physics

• Color and power Doppler applications

• Mapping high-risk zones before injection

• Enhancing vascular visualization using pharmacologic agents

• Emergency applications of Doppler

6. Ultrasound in Managing Complications

• Real-time identification of injected materials and vascular structures

• Evaluation of adverse events

• Monitoring and guiding therapeutic interventions

10:30-12:30

Practical Hands-On

Karina Ravera - Aesthetic Physician/Radiologist -Argentina

Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha - DermatologistThailand

Hagai Betzer - Aesthetic Physician - Israel

Under live demonstration by Dr. Karina Ravera, attendees will rotate through practical stations, with ultrasound images projected for group learning. Each station is supported by expert tutors and designed to simulate clinical conditions using realistic in-vitro models.

Hands-On Stations:

1. Anatomical Scanning by Facial Thirds: Recognition of key soft tissue landmarks

2. Facial Vascular Mapping: Detection of major vessels and danger zones using Doppler

3. Filler Identification in In-Vitro Models: Interpretation of simulated soft tissue filler depwosits

4. Ultrasound-Guided Injection Practice: Needle/ cannula guidance for hyaluronidase and other agents

5. Tele-Ultrasound Simulation: Live practice of remote scanning for emergency consultation

THE THREAD WORKSHOP: PLANNING, PLACEMENT & PRECISION

Thanya Techapichetvanich Dermatologist Thailand

13:30 - 17:30 ROOM 3

This workshop blends expert-led lectures with live demonstration stations to explore advanced thread lifting techniques. Participants will learn about thread types, facial anatomy, and personalized treatment strategies. Observation stations provide practical insights into thread placement and system comparison. The session concludes with key guidance on preventing and managing complications safely.

Learning Objectives

• Understand different types of threads and their indications in aesthetic medicine

• Assess facial anatomy and plan thread vectors tailored to patient needs

• Demonstrate proper thread insertion techniques across multiple brands

• Compare handling characteristics and treatment approaches of different thread systems

• Identify common complications and apply strategies for prevention and management