Below you will find information about our Special Sessions taking place at Music City Scale 2024.
Separate Registration is Required for these sessions
Facial Anatomy Workshop With Ultrasound Guided Facial Anatomy Techniques
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM / Reception: 4:45 PM- 5:30 PM
Registration Fee – $899 before 12/31/23 or $999 after 1/1/24
About the Course:
The course consists of four 90-minute modules focusing on toxins, upper face, middle face and lower face. Each module will include a detailed explanation of the anatomy, as seen in the cadaver, which is compared in real time to an injection in the correlating area on a live model also coupled with the use of ultrasound technology to teach enhanced safety and patient outcomes. Viewing the anatomy with the use of ultrasound and the injection technique side-by-side is a unique and impactful learning tool to enhance your understanding of safety zones and improve patient outcomes.
Faculty
Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS
Clinical Associate Professor
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Otolaryngology
Past President, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc
Mariana Calomeni, MD
Mariana Calomeni Clinic
Rio de Janeiro-Brazil
Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD
Department of Dermatology, Erasmus Hospital, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS
Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS
Nashville, TN
Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD
Erasmus MC Dept Dermatology
Rotterdam Zuid Holland
Agenda
| 8:00 am – 9:00 am | Registration and Breakfast |
| 9:00 am – 10:30 am | Toxins
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| 10:30 am – 11:00 am | Break |
| 11:00 am – 12:30 pm | Filler Upper Face
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| 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Filler Mid Face
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| 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Break |
| 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Filler Lower Face
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| 4:30 – 4:45 pm | Q and A / Closing Remarks |
| 4:45 – 5:30 pm | Reception |
Fee: $899 before 12/31/23 or $999 after 1/1/24
Devices 101
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Overview
We encourage you to take Devices 101 and learn everything you can about all of the energy-based devices in our space.
Cost
No additional charge. Pre-registration is required, and you must register for the main Music City SCALE 2024 Meeting to attend. Space is limited – early registration is recommended. Times subject to change.
Faculty
Patrick J. Clark, PhD, CMLSO
Devices 101 continues LIVE in 2024 with Dr. Patrick Clark, an energy based device and physics guru who has been part of Music City SCALE since the beginning, teaching lasers and light sources in such an amazing way that we all look forward to hearing from Pat each and every year.
Pat was an undergraduate at Baylor University in Waco, TX and took his postgraduate work at Texas State Technical College in Waco, before receiving his PhD from the Swansea University, Wales. For over three decades, he has served in various capacities related to lasers: Laser Safety Officer and Program Director at the University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC; University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, TX; and Program Administrator of a minimally invasive abdominal endoscopic laser training program at Grandview Surgery Center, Camp Hill, PA.
He has served as Managing Partner and Technology Officer (EpiCentre) and Vice- President of Physician Education and Privileging and Technology Development Officer for a group of 623 physicians over 38 states (Medical Alliance, Inc.). He also participates in the development of energy-based applications as consultant, educator, and development board member for Candela, Cutera, Cynosure, Palomar, LaserScope, DEKA, Sciton, Coherent, Sensus, ASA, and ICN Pharmaceuticals. His academic contributions include 23 clinical papers, The Technical Guide to Medical Lasers and Safety, and 543 domestic and international speaking engagements.
He is a founding member of the Board of Laser Safety’s Certified Medical Laser Safety Officer program (CMLSO). He often advises institutions on the available devices and techniques that would be appropriate for the patient/client needs.
Pat is a rock star and we encourage you to take Lasers 101 and learn all that you can about all of the energy based devices in our space.
Agenda
| 8:00 am – 9:00 am | Registration |
| 9:00 am – 10:30 am | Introduction to Skin and Light |
| 10:30 am – 11:00 am | Break |
| 11:00 am – 12:30 pm | Laser and IPL for Pigment and Vascular |
| 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | Fractional Peels with light part 1 |
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | LUNCH Break on own |
| 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | RF and Conventional Microneedling Devices |
| 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Break |
| 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | RF Microwave and More |
Facial Ultrasound Imaging Hands on Course
Thursday, May 16, 2024 | 2:30 – 4:00 PM CT
Registration Fee – $250 before 12/31/23 or $400 after 1/1/24
About the course
This hands-on course will teach attendees the benefits of using ultrasound technology in facial aesthetics to ensure safe and effective injection technique. The course will be led by internationally recognized expert in facial ultrasound, Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD of Cutaneous and world leading anatomist Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD of Cotofana Academy. Additional faculty include Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS, Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS and Nicola Lowery, MPAP, PA-C.
Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS
Clinical Associate Professor
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Otolaryngology
Past President, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc
Mariana Calomeni, MD
Mariana Calomeni Clinic
Rio de Janeiro-Brazil
Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD
Department of Dermatology, Erasmus Hospital, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS
Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS
Nashville, TN
Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C
N2 Aesthetics
Manhattan Beach CA
Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD
Erasmus MC Dept Dermatology
Rotterdam Zuid Holland
Agenda
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2:30 – 2:35 PM: Introduction Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS, Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS and Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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2:35 – 2:50 PM: General concepts of Ultrasound Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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2:50 – 2:55 PM: Lumify Demonstration Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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2:55 – 3:00 PM: Jawline Anatomy Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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3:00 – 3:15 PM: Hands-On Group Session: Jawline Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD, Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS, Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS and Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C |
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3:15 – 3:20 PM: Lips Anatomy Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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3:20 – 3:35 PM: Hands-On Group Session: Forehead Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD, Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS, Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS and Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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3:35 – 3:40 PM: Temple Anatomy Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD PhD and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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3:40 – 3:55 PM: Hands-On Group Session: Temple Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD, Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS, Molly Katz, RN, BSN, CANS and Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
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3:55 – 4:00 PM: Closing Remarks Leonie Schelke, MD, PhD, Sebastian Cotofana, MD, PhD, PhD, Brian S. Biesman, MD, FACS, Molly Katz, RN and Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C and Mariana Calomeni, MD |
The Artistry of Orchestrating a Successful Exit
Friday, May 17
1:15 pm – 2:45 pm
Fee: $0
If you’re thinking about selling your business one day, or just curious about how it works, this interactive panel is for you. We’ll make sure you know all the steps to take, from start to finish, so you can end one chapter confidently while looking toward the future. During this interactive panel we are bringing an experienced faculty comprised of M & A Advisor, Legal, Marketing, Financial Planning, and colleagues who have gone through the process of selling their business.
Here is what will be covered-
Getting Ready: Ensuring everything is in working order, financials are accounted for appropriately and that the business looks as appealing as possible to buyers.
Selling Your Business: Next, we’ll dive into how to find the right person or entity to buy your business and how to make a deal. We’ll discuss the LOI process, necessary confidentiality, the importance of having helpers like advisors, and how to make sure you get a good price.
After the Sale: The story doesn’t end when the practice is sold. We’ll explore what you should do next, like making sure the business keeps doing well without you, figuring out your feelings about selling, and deciding on your next phase of life.
There is no additional fee to attend this session.
Faculty
- Ben Hernandez, CEO & Managing Partner – Skytale Group
- Leslie Tracey, Principal & Founder – Tracey Donavan
- Drew Fine – Dfine Group LLC
- Justin Marti, Esq – Marti Law Group
- Brad Bengtson, MD (Plastic Surgeon)
- Shawna Chrisman, Advanced Medaesthetic Partners
Access to Medicines Roundtable Discussion
Saturday, May 18 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Mark Kaufmann, MD, Leon Kircik, MD, and Adrian Rodriguez, MD
Fee: $0
A special Access to Medicines Roundtable Discussion will bring together key stakeholders from clinical practice, patient coordination, and the pharmaceuticals industry to discuss the challenges in access to dermatological treatments for patients. This session will explore the challenges and opportunities related to access to dermatological medicines. Specific challenges in access including PBMs, prior authorization, letters of necessity, and step therapy will be discussed. Afterwards, faculty and panelists will discuss opportunities for overcoming barriers through case studies that will highlight how to navigate patient assistance programs, documentation best practices for prior authorization, tips for speeding up the approval process, and the important role of biologic coordinators. There is no additional fee to attend this session.
Renuva: A Groundbreaking, Off-the-Shelf Solution for Age-Related Fat Loss and Body Contouring Hands on Workshop
Friday, May 17
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Fee: $99
Faculty: Michael H. Gold, MD
This hands-on workshop will teach attendees about Renuva, a groundbreaking, acellular adipose matrix for age-related fat loss and body contouring. The goal of Renuva is to offer a natural and minimally invasive solution for addressing the loss of fat and collagen that occurs with age. Attendees will be guided by expert injectors on how to use Renuva and will receive hands-on training experience during the workshop. This workshop is sponsored by MTF Biologics.
The workshop will accommodate 20 attendees to allow for injection time with the faculty trainer. Note: Attendees must be licensed in the state of Tennessee to be able to inject. Attendees may observe the workshop without injecting. If injecting, attendee will need to bring their own model for the workshop.
Advanced Techniques in CaHa: Hands-On Workshop on Neck and Chest Rejuvenation
Friday, May 17
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Fee: $99
Faculty: Michael H. Gold, MD
The hands-on training workshops will teach attendees how to use CaHa in rejuvenation and skin tightening in the neck and chest. The faculty will review prospective clinical trials for the use of CaHa in rejuvenation of the neck and chest, will conduct a patient assessment and then perform a live demonstration. Lastly, attendees will be able to inject and train under the guidance of expert injectors. The workshop will offer 3 hours of CME/CE credit. This workshop is provided through an educational grant from Merz Aesthetics.
The workshop will accommodate 20 attendees to allow for injection time with the faculty trainer. Note: Attendees must be licensed in the state of Tennessee to be able to inject. Attendees may observe the workshop without injecting. If injecting, attendee will need to bring their own model for the workshop.
