Event Schedule
september 25-28th, 2026 • Toronto Westin Harbour Castle
Day 1 — Anatomy-Led Pan-Facial Rejuvenation Cadaver Lab
Theme: Anatomy decides the technique. Pan-facial planning for lasting results—with safer execution decisions that reduce complication risk.
Moderator: Ashley Haydarian, RN
What you’ll learn (clinically, not theoretically)
Hands-on training includes neuromodulators, HA dermal fillers, biostimulators, and needle vs. cannula techniques—selected and executed through an anatomy-first framework to maximize outcomes and mitigate complications.
Teaching format (how the day runs)
Faculty will demonstrate every technique live with anatomy-first commentary; Hands-on cadaver access is reserved for lab participants, while observer attendees receive immersive station walkthroughs and live Q&A.
This lab is designed to show real-time decision-making: anatomical landmarks, plane selection, risk zones, and technique rationale—so you understand not only how to perform a technique, but why it’s chosen.
Anatomy-first, evidence-based approach
You’ll move across the entire face and neck, learning how anatomy guides:
- Safe planes and danger zones
- Technique selection
(needle vs. cannula vs. biostimulator)
- Sequencing decisions
Protects long-term outcomes (avoiding future distortion and preventable complications)
Faculty will reference recent evidence-based publications and consensus guidance and translate them into practical, clinic-ready decisions.
Faculty leadership: Cadaver Lab Lead: Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez — Lead Instructor & Anatomist, leading applied facial anatomy and technique selection throughout the lab. Supported by injection faculty guiding demonstrations, station walkthroughs, and clinical Q&A.
Full Day Schedule
- 8:00 AM – 8:30 AMRegistration & Welcome
Registration, PPE/gowns, and settle-in, followed by introductions from Head Faculty: Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez (Lead Instructor & Anatomist), Dr. Ahmed Siliha (Co-Lead – Injectables/HA), Dr. Roni Munk (Co-Lead – Collagen Stimulators & Neuromodulators), Dr. Kaylin Bechard (Co-Lead – Energy-Based Devices), and Dr. Jordan Atkinson (Co-Lead – Ultrasound), with supporting faculty Dr. Nitin Chauhan, Dr. Martin Braun, Dr. Valerie Doyon, Dr. Linda Nguyen, and Jessica Fragoso, RN.
- 8:30 AM – 8:45 AMIntroduction & Safety Briefing
- 8:45 AM – 9:45 AMUpper Face – Anatomy and Aesthetic Techniques
Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez: Upper face anatomy of the different anatomical layers/structures and temples.
Live temple injections: Dr. Roni Munk demonstrates the shotgun and interfascial (cannula) techniques on one side; Dr. Jordan Atkinson demonstrates ultrasound-guided shotgun injection on the other side.
Dr. Ahmed Siliha: BOT A/E (Procerus, Frontalis, and OO).
Dr. Roni Munk: The clinical difference between Bot. A and Bot. E. - 9:45 AM – 10:15 AMHands-On Cadaver Practice
Faculty focus: danger zones.
- 10:15 AM – 10:30 AMNetworking Break
- 10:30 AM – 11:30 AMMidface – Anatomy and Aesthetic Techniques
Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez will demonstrate tear trough anatomy and a tear trough technique using a cannula (video).
Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez will showcase midface anatomy (periosteum for needle and cannula – s/q and deep s/q).
Live injections: Dr. Ahmed Siliha demonstrates lateral zygoma techniques; Dr. Jordan Atkinson demonstrates ultrasound-guided injection.
Dr. Linda Nguyen: Piriform injection, slimming the tip of the nose with BOT.A, and bunny lines. - 11:30 AM – 12:00 PMHands-On Cadaver Practice
Faculty focus: danger zones.
- 12:00 PM – 12:30 PMSkin Texture & Biostimulators
Dr. Kaylin Bechard: Skin texture and rheology considerations.
Dr. Roni Munk: Patient assessment for biostimulators. - 12:30 PM – 1:30 PMMeal Break
- 1:30 PM – 2:30 PMLower – Anatomy and Aesthetic Techniques (Part 1)
Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez will showcase lower anatomy of the jawline (periosteum for needle and cannula – s/q and deep s/q).
Live male and female demonstrations: Dr. Ahmed Siliha demonstrates jawline techniques with Dr. Jordan Atkinson providing ultrasound-guided injection.
Dr. Kaylin Bechard: BOT/A injections for Platysma, Modified Neph, and complications related to DLI and Risorius. - 2:30 PM – 3:00 PMHands-On Cadaver Practice
Faculty focus: danger zones.
- 3:00 PM – 3:30 PMNetworking Break
- 3:30 PM – 4:15 PMLower – Anatomy and Aesthetic Techniques (Part 2)
Dr. Ahmed Siliha: Chin anatomy (periosteum for needle and cannula – s/q and deep s/q) and cadaver lip demonstration showing the layer in which filler sits.
Live injections: Dr. Juan Martin Zarate-Gonzalez demonstrates a chin cannula technique; Dr. Roni Munk demonstrates a lip cannula technique.
Dr. Jordan Atkinson: Post-injection ultrasound showing the filler layer.
Dr. Kaylin Bechard: BOT.A/E injections for Mentalis (deep vs. superficial) and DAO. - 4:15 PM – 5:00 PMHands-On Cadaver Practice
Faculty focus: danger zones.
Learning Takeaways: Plan Like a Pro
Practical takeaways that turn skills into an implementable treatment architecture:
- Patient archetypes (aging patterns)
What you’re seeing and what it means clinically
- Mapping + sequencing
Priorities, contraindications, and safer order of operations
- The 90-second pan-facial explanation
How to explain a full-face plan clearly and confidently to your patient
Day 2 — Longevity & Regenerative Aesthetics
Theme: Evidence, ethics, and integration into aesthetic practice
- 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMKeynote: The Science of "We Age Differently" Why menopause looks different in every woman (HRT, Skin health, Biomarkers)
A precision-health approach to skin aging and aesthetic outcomes in women.
Central premise: Menopause is a shared biological transition, but it does not produce a uniform skin phenotype. Visible changes and treatment responses reflect interactions among hormonal exposure, genetics, ethnicity, metabolic health, body composition, nutrition, lifestyle, environmental exposures, and underlying tissue biology.
Speaker: Dr. Sara Mahdavi. - 9:30 AM – 10:00 AMResponse Variability: Why Outcomes Differ Patient-to-Patient
A clinically grounded framework for why identical protocols don’t produce identical results.
Lecture Objective: Establish a clinical framework for evaluating variable patient outcomes under identical treatment protocols.
Learning Outcomes: Analyze biological, genetic, and lifestyle factors driving individual treatment response. Adapt standard aesthetic protocols to minimize outcome variance.
Speaker: Dr. Fadi Hamadani. - 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMNetworking Break
- 10:30 AM – 11:00 AMCellular Support Toolkit: NAD+, PDRN, Epitalon
A practical reality check on cellular support interventions—mechanisms, ethical claims, and expectations.
Lecture Objective: Analyze cellular support modalities and differentiate clinical evidence from marketing claims.
Learning Outcomes: Understand the biochemical mechanisms of NAD+, PDRN, and Epitalon. Critically appraise ethical claims and establish realistic clinical benchmarks.
Speaker: Dr. Nyan Narine. - 11:00 AM – 11:30 AMPeptides in Aesthetic Medicine: Where They Fit and Where They Don’t
A clinical framework for evaluating peptides in aesthetics.
Lecture Objective: Provide a practical framework for incorporating peptide therapies into aesthetic treatment plans.
Learning Outcomes: Identify appropriate clinical indications and limitations for aesthetic peptides. Screen out ineffective peptide applications to prioritize evidence-backed options.
Speaker: Dr. Nathan Thakur. - 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMBiostimulators in Regenerative Aesthetics: Live Demonstration
Complete theory + demo focused on indications, contraindications, and complication mitigation.
Lecture Objective: Demonstrate live facial and body applications using Hyperdiluted Radiesse and Beletaro.
Learning Outcomes: Master bolus and vector techniques for facial and body biostimulatory contouring. Identify key indications, contraindications, and vascular complication mitigation strategies.
Moderator: Dr. Konstantin Frank (virtually). Speaker: Dr. Juan Martin Zarate. - 12:30 PM – 1:30 PMMeal Break
- 1:30 PM – 2:00 PMPRP vs. PRF: Indications, Outcomes, and Live Demonstration
A clear comparison + live demo, including workflow, realistic outcomes, and integration.
Lecture Objective: Compare PRP and PRF processing, clinical indications, and execution via live demonstration.
Learning Outcomes: Distinguish structural and biological differences between PRP and PRF preparations. Optimize clinical workflow to improve patient outcomes and procedural safety.
Speaker: Dr. Nidhi Jalota. - 2:00 PM – 2:30 PMBeyond Hyaluronidase: Clinical Applications of Enzymes in Skin Rejuvenation
Lipase, collagenase and hyaluronidase and their use in skin remodelling.
Lecture Objective: Detail the therapeutic utility of enzymatic treatments in aesthetic skin remodeling.
Learning Outcomes: Explain the clinical roles of lipase, collagenase, and hyaluronidase in target tissue. Formulate safe enzymatic treatment plans for scar revision and tissue remodeling.
Speaker: Dr. Keith Burk. - 2:30 PM – 3:00 PMCombination Therapies in Aesthetic Medicine
Case study approach to multimodalities.
Lecture Objective: Present a case-study approach to safely sequencing multimodal aesthetic interventions.
Learning Outcomes: Synthesize diagnostic data to build customized, multi-modality treatment plans. Mitigate risks associated with combining energy devices, injectables, and biostimulators.
Speaker: Dr. Ahmed Siliha. - 3:00 PM – 3:30 PMNetworking Break
- 3:30 PM – 4:30 PMComplications & Controversies Panel: The Regenerative Reality Check
A moderated, case-based panel addressing adverse events, delayed reactions, and consent language.
Lecture Objective: Moderated analysis of adverse events, delayed reactions, and consent management.
Learning Outcomes: Identify early warning signs of delayed-onset biostimulator complications. Apply standardized informed consent language to protect patients and clinical practice.
Moderator: Dr. Linda Nguyen. Panelists: Dr. Ahmed Siliha, Dr. Martin Braun, Dr. Nathan Thakur. - 9:00 PM – 12:30 AMCocktail Soirée at Illuminarium
28 Distillery Lane, Toronto
Dress to Illuminate - metallics, jewel tones and/or sparkles
Day 3 — Confidence Day: Device and Complication Management
Main Stage Morning Sessions: Energy-Based Devices
- 8:30 AM – 9:00 AMNumbing Done Right: Topical Anesthetic Safety & Risk Controls
Lecture Objective: Review pharmacological toxicity risks and safe application methods for compounding topical anesthetics.
Learning Outcomes: Calculate maximum safe dosages for topical anesthetic combinations. Implement risk-reduction protocols to prevent systemic toxicity (methemoglobinemia, lidocaine toxicity).
Speaker: Dr. Linda Nguyen. - 9:00 AM – 9:30 AMLaser Types Overview: Mechanisms + Matching to Indication
Lecture Objective: Guide device selection across dermatological indications and skin phototypes.
Learning Outcomes: Match optimal wavelength and laser modalities to specific scar, vascular, or pigment types. Calculate safety parameters based on Fitzpatrick type, downtime tolerance, and stacking logic.
Speakers: Dr. Kaylin Bechard, Dr. Valerie Doyon. - 9:30 AM – 10:00 AMLive Demos: Acne Scars + Pigmentation (repeatable method)
Lecture Objective: Demonstrate standardized, repeatable energy-based protocols for acne scars and hyperpigmentation.
Learning Outcomes: Conduct structured pre-treatment skin evaluations. Select device settings and execute safe post-care while recognizing clinical red flags.
Speakers: Dr. Kaylin Bechard, Dr. Valerie Doyon. - 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMWhen Devices Misbehave: Laser/EBD Complications & Recovery
Lecture Objective: Outline diagnostic and emergency management protocols for EBD-induced tissue injury.
Learning Outcomes: Recognize early signs of thermal burns, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and scarring. Execute immediate clinical recovery interventions to minimize permanent damage.
Speaker: Dr. Martin Braun. - 10:30 AM – 11:00 AMNetworking Break
Main Stage Afternoon Sessions: Complication Readiness
- 11:00 AM – 11:30 AMThe Role of Ultrasound Guided Complication Management in Aesthetics
Learning Objective: To provide participants with an understanding of how ultrasound can be used to assess, identify, and support the management of complications associated with aesthetic injectable treatments.
Learning Outcome: By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain the role of ultrasound in identifying relevant anatomical structures and potential injectable-related complications, and describe how ultrasound findings can support safer and more informed clinical decision-making.
Speaker: Dr. Jordan Atkinson. - 11:30 AM – 12:00 PMRed Flags First: Recognizing and Responding to Vascular Events
Lecture Objective: Train clinicians in rapid identification and immediate emergency intervention for vascular occlusions.
Learning Outcomes: Spot early ischemic signs versus late-stage tissue necrosis. Execute step-by-step vascular occlusion emergency protocols immediately.
Speaker: Dr. Valerie Doyon. - 12:00 PM – 12:30 PMHyaluronidase Mastery: When to Use It, How Much, and What to Avoid
Lecture Objective: Clarify high-dose hyaluronidase protocols, reconstitution, and localized application rules.
Learning Outcomes: Determine accurate dosage and administration techniques based on occlusion severity. Avoid common pitfalls in emergency vs. elective filler reversal.
Speaker: Dr. Martin Braun. - 12:30 PM – 1:30 PMMeal Break
- 1:30 PM – 2:00 PMPanel Discussion: Case Study of Complications
Lecture Objective: Interactive case analysis focused on real-world clinical complication management.
Learning Outcomes: Deconstruct complex multi-modality complication cases step-by-step. Apply clinical decision trees under simulated high-stress scenarios.
Moderator: Dr. Nitin Chauhan
Panelists: Dr. Valerie Doyon, Dr. Ahmed Siliha, Dr. Jordan Atkinson - 2:00 PM – 2:30 PMBiostimulators Under the Microscope: Delayed Reactions
Lecture Objective: Differential diagnosis and management of late-onset nodules and granulomas from biostimulatory products.
Learning Outcomes: Differentiate non-inflammatory nodules, inflammatory granulomas, and infectious biofilms. Execute targeted intralesional treatment strategies based on pathology.
Speaker: Dr. Joseph AbouKheir. - 2:30 PM – 3:00 PMThe Evolution of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery in the Era of GLP-1s
Lecture Objective: Analyze physical changes caused by rapid weight loss under GLP-1 therapy and adapt aesthetic strategies.
Learning Outcomes: Assess skin laxity and facial volume shifts unique to GLP-1 patients. Select non-surgical versus surgical solutions tailored to massive weight-loss presentations.
Speaker: Dr. Mirko Gilardino. - 3:00 PM – 3:30 PMNetworking Break
- 3:30 PM – 4:00 PMBioregenerative Hair Restoration: A Novel Protocol for Accelerated Results
Speaker: Dr. Nyan Narine.
- Session will be available exclusively in your Replay AccessInflammation vs. Infection: Delayed Onset Nodules & Triage
Lecture Objective: Provide a clinical decision tree to differentiate immune-mediated responses from low-grade bacterial infections.
Learning Outcomes: Triage delayed-onset nodules into inflammatory, biofilm, or foreign-body categories. Deploy appropriate pharmacological protocols (antibiotics, steroids, or hyaluronidase).
Speaker: Dr. Rami Haidar.
Included: Online Bonus + Protocol Pack
1. On-the-Clock Clinical Simulations
Interactive, multiple-choice complication drills. Includes scenarios for: DON/infection triage, Vascular events, Hyaluronidase decision-making, Device and laser complications, Topical anesthetic safety incidents, Biostimulator delayed reactions.
2. Your Safety Systems Toolkit (Digital Protocol Pack)
Emergency Readiness Checklist, Printable Decision Trees (vascular, DON/infection, device/laser triage), Adverse Event Documentation Checklist.
Day 4 — The Business of Aesthetics: The Greatest Love Story I’ll Ever Have
Moderator: Ashley Haydarian
Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight path. It is a journey filled with triumphs and failures, sacrifice and reward, heartbreak and joy, relationships, risk, resilience, and reinvention.
This track explores the real journey behind building a business in medical aesthetics — the moments that fuel ambition, the challenges that test it, and the lessons that come from continuing to build through uncertainty and change. Through personal stories and lived experience, this session looks beyond the success people see from the outside and into the realities of entrepreneurship, leadership, growth, loss, and ultimately, the passion that keeps us moving forward. A candid, high-impact business track built from real operational mistakes: vendor lock-in, contract traps, access failures, and scaling missteps. You’ll work through anonymized “case files,” vote on decisions in real time, and leave with checklists and contract clauses that protect your clinic.
- 9:00 AM – 9:30 AMCase Scenario 1: Live Contract Review — IT is the Amazon: Dos & Don’ts of IT/Marketing Agencies
Lecture Objective: Review agency contracts to identify operational traps, non-compete clauses, and vendor lock-in risk.
Learning Outcomes: Identify legal red flags in IT, software, and marketing agency agreements. Draft mandatory “Exit Strategy Addendums” to secure business asset ownership.
Speaker: Ashley Haydarian. - 9:30 AM – 10:00 AMStorytelling & Brand Awareness
Lecture Objective: Teach narrative-driven marketing methods to build authentic brand awareness.
Learning Outcomes: Translate clinical positioning into compelling brand messaging. Utilize brand narrative to increase conversion of high-value aesthetic patients.
Speakers: Ashley Haydarian, Lucah Rosenberg. - 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMThe Injector Who Answered the Phones: Turning Enquiries Into Booked Consults
Lecture Objective: Analyze patient touchpoints from initial enquiry to confirmed clinical consultation.
Learning Outcomes: Audit front-desk communication barriers and intake vulnerabilities. Implement intake protocols that raise consultation conversion rates.
Speaker: Dr. Humaira Sattar. - 10:30 AM – 11:00 AMNetworking Break
- 11:00 AM – 11:30 AMCase Scenario 2: “Who Really Controls Your Technology? Lessons I Learned the Hard Way as a CEO: IT is the Amazon — Dos & Don’ts of IT Security
Lecture Objective: Outline essential data ownership, CRM licensing, and IT infrastructure security controls.
Learning Outcomes: Protect administrative access and patient databases against vendor lockout. Structure third-party IT contracts to maintain total administrative control.
Speakers: Ashley Haydarian, Imran Ahmed (IT and Digital Lawyer). - 11:30 AM – 12:00 PMCase Scenario 3: The Liquidity Trap; The 50/50 Partnership That Wasn’t
Lecture Objective: Deconstruct financial structures, cash flow timing, and tax liabilities in clinic partnerships.
Learning Outcomes: Analyze cash absorption rates, tax reserve management, and capital call liabilities. Structure partnership agreements to prevent operational deadlocks and liquidity traps.
Speakers: Ashley Haydarian, Subh Mishra. - 12:00 PM – 12:30 PMCase Scenario 4: The “Temporary” Share Transfer
Lecture Objective: Examine corporate restructuring, share transfers, and legal protections during ownership shifts.
Learning Outcomes: Recognize legal and financial risks involved in informal or temporary equity transfers. Implement protective legal mechanisms during corporate transitions and debt restructuring.
Speakers: Ashley Haydarian, Howard Manis (Bankruptcy Lawyer). - 12:30 PM – 1:30 PMMeal Break
- 1:30 PM – 2:00 PMCase Scenario 5: Reputation Risk in Aesthetics, Restructure, and Rebuild
Lecture Objective: Deliver a crisis-management framework to handle public relations issues and internal clinic restructuring.
Learning Outcomes: Contain false rumors and manage public relations challenges professionally. Rebuild internal clinical operations and patient trust following public disruptions.
Speakers: Ashley Haydarian, Sandra Cunha. - 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMBeyond Aesthetics: Mechanomedicine and the new reality of patient care
Lecture Objective:
From GLP-1–related body changes and lipedema vs cellulite to pre- and post-operative care, let's explore how today’s evolving realities are transforming the way clinicians think about patient well-being.
Through a physician-led discussion, this session will examine the role of mechanomedicine, with Endermologie® at its core, in connecting aesthetics, tissue health, function, recovery and long-term care.
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will gain a better understanding of how to:
Recognize the new clinical realities influencing aesthetic and medical practice, including GLP-1–related changes, lipedema, cellulite and post-surgical needs.
Better distinguish between aesthetic concerns and underlying tissue or functional issues that may require a broader approach.
Understand how mechanomedicine can support tissue health, function, recovery and patient well-being across different clinical contexts.
Explore how Endermologie® can fit into a more complete continuum of care, from prevention and preparation to recovery and long-term support.
Identify opportunities to expand patient care beyond beauty alone, addressing concerns that affect comfort, mobility, confidence and quality of life.
Moderator: Linda Mahieddine (CEO)
Panelists: Tom Richert – LPG Medical France, Dr. Arash Izadpanah, Dr. Édouard Coeugniet - 3:00 PM – 3:30 PMNetworking Break
- 3:30 PM – 4:00 PMMindSet Under Pressure
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to identify common mental and emotional responses that can affect decision-making during high-pressure situations; apply practical strategies to remain focused, adaptable, and solution-oriented when facing uncertainty or setbacks; recognize how mindset influences leadership, communication, team performance, and resilience; and develop approaches for reframing challenges, managing pressure, and maintaining forward momentum during periods of change or adversity.
Speaker: Milad Haydarian. - 4:00 PM – 4:30 PMCase Scenario 6: The Biggest Lessons From Being a CEO of 26 Years to a Novice CEO
Lecture Objective: Contrast the leadership perspectives of a veteran 20+ year founder/CEO and a newer CEO entering the aesthetic space, focusing on self-trust, leveraging executive experience, and turning early operational mistakes into strategic growth.
Learning Outcomes: Identify how to build personal self-trust and decisiveness when navigating unfamiliar industry dynamics. Extract actionable operational lessons from early leadership mistakes and integrate them into sustainable business practices. Compare long-term CEO risk-management strategies against short-term scaling decisions to build a resilient aesthetic practice.
Speakers: Ashley Haydarian, Ario Khoshbin.
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DAY 1
SEP 25, 2025 -
DAY 2
sep 26, 2025 -
DAY 3
SEP 27, 2025 -
DAY 4
SEP 28, 2025
- 8:00 AM - 8:20 AM
Coffee & Light Refreshments
- 8:20 AM - 8:30 AM
- Mr. Milad Haydarian
Introduction
- 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
- Dr. Felix Bertram
MarshmAllow ChallEnge
In this exercise, teams of 5 are tasked with building the tallest free-standing structure possible using:
- 20 sticks of uncooked spaghetti
- 1 yard (or meter) of masking tape
- 1 yard (or meter) of string
- 1 standard-sized marshmallow
The marshmallow must be placed on top of the structure. Teams have 18 minutes to complete the challenge.
- 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
- Dr. Felix Bertram
The secret of great leaders: how to built high-performing teams of excellence
This session explores the core principles that enable great leaders to build and lead high-performing teams. Learn how to foster trust, align goals, and create a culture of accountability and excellence—key ingredients for driving long-term team success.
- 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
- Jason Reeves
Medical Aesthetics Nursing Professional Development
Canadian Nurses Associations role in the professional development of Medical Aesthetics nurses and the recognition of programs that meet national standards for quality, ethics, evidence informed practice and relevance.
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee Break
- 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
- Dr. Felix Bertram
The time management myth: how to be a high achiever & make business and life work (keynote and interactive activity)
Is time management really the key to success? This session challenges common beliefs and offers a fresh perspective on productivity. Discover practical strategies high achievers use to focus on what truly matters—so you can thrive in both business and life without burning out.
Interactive Activity: Rethinking Your Time Before the main session, participants will take part in a guided activity that helps identify how their time is really spent—and what truly drives results. Through reflection, group discussion, and practical exercises, this activity challenges traditional time management habits and uncovers personal priorities. The insights gained will set the stage for adopting more effective, purpose-driven ways to achieve success in work and life.
- 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
- Moderator: Dr. Felix Bertram (Panel: Panel: Milad Haydarian, and Dr. Bita Farrell)
Clicks or Bricks: What Builds a Thriving Aesthetic Practice?
In today’s digital world, a strong social media presence is essential for growing your aesthetic practice. This session will cover practical strategies to build your brand, attract ideal clients, and create engaging content that drives real results. Learn how to make social media work for you—consistently and authentically.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break/ Turn around of the Room
- 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
- Dr. David Segal (Moderator: Dr. Felix Bertram)
Beyond the Needle: Elevating Profits & Patient Experiences in 2025
Ready to future-proof your aesthetic clinic?
Join David Segal, industry expert and co-host of the world’s #1 aesthetics podcast, for a dynamic talk on the business essentials that will propel your aesthetic practice to success in 2025.
Packed with actionable insights, this session will empower you to boost profitability, enhance the patient journey, and grow your business smarter.
What You’ll Learn:
- The Real Numbers Behind a Profitable Clinic: Discover the financial metrics that drive revenue and how to optimize them.
- How to Master the Patient Journey: Create exceptional client experiences that boost loyalty, rebooking, and referrals.
- What Metrics Matter (and Which Ones Don’t): Focus on data that fuels growth and avoid distractions that waste time.
- Common Financial Traps & How to Avoid Them: Learn to sidestep pitfalls that erode profits and keep your business thriving.
- Tips to Boost Efficiency, Reduce Costs & Grow Smarter: Implement practical strategies to streamline operations and scale with confidence.
Why Attend?
With his deep industry knowledge and proven insights, David will share a business blueprint to help you navigate the competitive aesthetics landscape and achieve lasting success. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or scaling your clinic, this talk will deliver the tools you need to skyrocket profits and patient satisfaction in 2025.
Don’t miss this chance to transform your practice! Join David Segal for a session filled with practical advice, industry secrets, and a clear path to aesthetic excellence.
- 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
- Moderator: Dr. Felix Bertram (Presenters: Rana Kennelly & The Confidence Bar)
The Hype Squad of Aesthetics
Panel: Confidence Bar (Lamija Hubjer, Olivia Kirkpatrick, Angie Repel, and Lauren Gardstrom)
- 2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
- Moderator: Dr. Felix Bertram
How to Protect your Branding
Panel with Rana Kennelly and David Segal
- 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
- Dr. Felix Bertram
Smart Hiring: how to find the right people and make them stick with you
Hiring the right people is just the beginning—keeping them is the real challenge. This session explores proven strategies to attract, select, and retain top talent. Learn how to build a team that not only fits your culture but also grows with your business for long-term success.
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Dr. Felix Bertram, Ashley Haydarian
Intergrating AI into your business to create efficiency
This engaging session kicks off the day with a high-energy interactive activity designed to spark connection, encourage collaboration, and set the tone for learning. Our facilitator will guide participants through the full event lineup, introduce each speaker, and ensure a smooth, connected experience throughout the day. Get ready to engage, interact, and make the most of every session.
- 3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Coffee Break
- 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
- Craig Thorn, Tiffany Alexis Davey
AI-Powered Social for Aesthetic Pros: How to Create Content That Connects, Converts, and Grows Your Aesthetics Business with AI
This hands-on training shows aesthetic professionals how to use AI tools like ChatGPT (LLMs) and Manychat (Chatbots) to create consistent, strategic content that builds trust, drives bookings, and grows their clinic. You’ll learn how to craft high-converting social posts, automate parts of your workflow, and build a 30-day content calendar live during the session.
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- Ario Khoshbin
Building a Global Filler Brand: My Entrepreneurial Journey
- 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Q&A, Networking Mixer, Photos
- 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Registration
Registration + PPE / gowns + everyone settle down + Intro Head
Faculty: Dr. Kian Karimi (lead/anatomist), Dr. Jake Sloane (injector), Dr. Zack Ally (injector), and Dr. Bita Farrell (ultrasound), Dr. Jaggi Rao (EBD) + Amy (bio-stim) + Ashley Haydarian
- 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
- Dr. Kian Karimi
Anatomical Overview of Upper Face
- 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
- Dr. Jake Sloane & Dr. Bita Farrell
Live Demonstration
Neuromodulators for Upper Face, Temple Injections + Forehead Injections) in collaboration with Dr. Bita Farrell Ultrasound-Guided instruction (Ultrasound device GE/Mindray)
- 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Commercial Insights
Advisory Board: (Closed Session) – Invite Only
- 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
- All faculty rotating tables
Hands-On Cadaver Practice
- 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
- Dr. Kian Karimi
Anatomical Overview of Mid-Face
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee Break
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Dr. Zack Ally
The Importance of Whole face Facial Balancing
- 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
- Dr. Jake Sloane & Dr. Bita Farrell
Importance of Mid-Face Balancing + Ultrasound + Filler Injection
- 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
- Amy Lynn
Temples + Lower Face Bio-stimulators (Sculptra focus) (bolus)
- 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
- All faculty rotating tables
Hands-On Cadaver Practice
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Meal Break
Lunch and Learn 12:30-1:30PM (Registration is 12PM)
- (Galderma) Lunch & Learn
- Dr. Jennifer Salsberg
- Less is More - Approach to Face Sculpting with Restylane Dermal Fillers
- Room 206 A/B
- (Allergan) Lunch & Learn
- Chantal Ward
- My Journey Implementing the MD Codes Lift Up Signature
- Room 206 C/D
- (RepeatMD) Lunch & Learn
- Phil Sitter
- 2025 Membership Masterclass: The $100M Playbook for Recurring Revenue
- Room 205 A/B
- (Clarion) Lunch & Learn
- Dr. Zac Ally
- TEOXANE MLT3.1 – the Multi-Layering Technique
- Room 205 C/D
- 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Dr. Kian Karimi
Anatomical Overview OF Lower Face
- 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Glass Box - Podcast (INSIDE AESTHETICS)
- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- Dr. Zack Ally, Dr. Bita Farrell
Chin + Jawline LIVE HA Injection techniques with Dr. Bita Farrell Ultrasound-Guided Injection Methods
- 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
- All faculty rotating tables
Hands-On Cadaver Practice
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Coffee Break
- 3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
- Amy Lynn
LIVE injections (Full Face bio-stim Sculptra + HDR) Lateral face Biostimulators
Amy (Deep Bolus Gonial Angle), and Dr. Rice will focus on Hyper Dilluted Radiesse (30 minutes) / Collegenesis of the superficial layers
- 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
- Dr. Jaggi Rao
Multimodal Applications with Lasers
Exploring which lasers to use in combination with other modalities for optimal results
- 4:15 PM - 4:30 PM
- All faculty rotating tables
Hands-On Cadaver
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- All faculty for group Photo
Q&A, Certificates and Closing Remarks Champagne Mixer, Photos with Attendees, and Networking
- 6:30 AM - EOD
- Room 205 / 206
Sign In & Registration
- 6:30 AM - EOD
- Support Desk
IT Desk
- 6:30 AM - 5:00PM
- Hall A
bACK sTAGE & sPEAKERS
- 6:30 AM - As the day goes
- Hall A
VIP Mainstage Patients
- 6:30 AM - As the day goes
- Room 206 E/F
Model Help
- 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
- Rana Kennelly
The Art of the Consultation and Building Trust
A successful consultation is more than just a conversation—it’s the foundation of lasting client relationships. This session will explore how to conduct effective, client-centered consultations that build trust, manage expectations, and increase treatment acceptance. Learn proven techniques to communicate with confidence, establish rapport, and turn first-time visitors into loyal clients.
- 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
- Dr. Steven Sorr
New Era Of Photography - 3D Imaging with Vectra
Discover how a holistic, science-based approach can dramatically improve regenerative and surgical outcomes. In this session, Dr. Sorr explores the interconnected roles of metabolism, hormones, nutrition, and mental well-being—revealing how optimizing each element primes the body for faster recovery, enhanced results, and long-term health. Attendees will gain practical, evidence-backed strategies to prepare patients from the inside out, ensuring the best possible regenerative outcomes.
- 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Room 203 A/B
Dr. Ally Class
- 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Medical InSights
Advisory Board: (Closed Session) – Invite Only
- 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
- Dr. Kian Karimi, Dr. Jake Sloane, Amy Lynn, Hugo Gil, Dr. Bita Farrell
Cherry On Top
This segment combines 3 of our KOLs technqiues on one patient to Achieve facial harmony and symmetry
Upper face: Dr. Kian Karimi (temples); Mid face – Dr. Jake Sloane (cheeks/tear trough); Lower face – Amy Lynn (lips + chin): Hugo Gil; Dr. Bita Farrell (Upper face neutomodulators – frontalis); Ashley Haydarian
- 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
- Dr. Martin Braun
Asian Balancing and Beautification
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee Break
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cephalous Interaction Dissection & Anatomy
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Dr. Hamid Bimesl & Dr. Kian Karimi (Moderating)
Advanced Multimodal Strategies in Acne Scar Revision (LIVE demo)
A combination approach to acne scar treatment that integrates TCA CROSS, subcision, ablative and non-ablative fractional lasers (Sciton Halo & ProFractional), RF microneedling, punch excision, and collagen-stimulating fillers such as Bellafill. The presentation will explore treatment sequencing, patient selection, and protocols that ensure safety and maximize aesthetic outcomes. Real case photos and short video clips will be used to illustrate results and techniques. Emphasis will also be placed on personalized care and post-treatment regimens to reduce pigmentation and accelerate healing.
- 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Glass Box - Podcast (INSIDE AESTHETICS)
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Dr. Jean Carruthers
Treating the Lower Face & Neck with Neuomodulators
The lower face and neck are key areas that often show early signs of aging—but also present unique challenges. This session covers effective techniques and combination approaches for treating laxity, volume loss, and skin texture in these regions. Learn how to achieve natural, harmonious results while maintaining facial balance and patient satisfaction.
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Meal Break
Lunch and Learn 12:30-1:30PM (Registration is 12PM)
- (Promoitalia) Lunch & Learn
- Dr. Jennifer Pearlman
- Epitalon, NAD+, GHK-Cu: The New Code of Anti-Aging Aesthetics By Promoitalia
- Room 205 A/B
- (L'oreal) Lunch & Learn
- Dr Julia Carroll
- Aesthetic Skincare ABCs: A Foundational Approach to Decoding the Promise & the Proof
- Room 205 C/D
- (Xcite) Lunch & Learn
- Dr. Martin Braun
- Optimizing Skin & Body Outcomes Post-GLP-1: RF Microneedling, Sofwave & Body Contouring
- Room 206 A/B
- (Allergan) Lunch & Learn
- David Segal
- Practice Development Implications for the new Botox Platysma Indication
- Room 206 C/D
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Cephalous Interaction Dissection & Anatomy
- 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
- Dr. Jake Sloane & Dr. Kian Karimi
Introducing Allergan Lift Up Signature – Combination of Botox Platysma + Voluma + Volux for a lifting outcome
This session will focus on the Signature concept and rationale, with LIVE injections of the Platysma injection pattern. Dr. Kian Karimi with Jake Sloane together.
- 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
- Dr. Bita Farrell, Dr. Nitin Chauhan
Foundations of Ultrasound / Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with LIVE demonstration
Ultrasound technology is becoming an essential tool in aesthetic practice, offering real-time imaging to improve treatment accuracy and patient safety. This session will explore how ultrasound can be used for facial assessment, filler placement, complication management, and more. Learn how integrating ultrasound into your workflow can elevate both clinical outcomes and patient confidence.
Discover the art and technique behind non-surgical rhinoplasty using dermal fillers to shape and refine the nose without surgery. This session includes a live demonstration showcasing advanced injection methods, safety protocols, and aesthetic considerations. Learn how to deliver natural-looking results while minimizing risks and downtime for your patients.
- 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
- Krystal Swanson, RN
- Room 206 C/D
LipScape: Moving the Beautification Patient Beyond Lips
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Coffee Break
- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cephalous Interaction Dissection & Anatomy
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Dr. Kian Karimi Panel: Ashley Haydarian, Dr. Bita Farrell (Ultrasound), and Dr. Valerie Dyon (Complications Specialist)
Advanced Techniques and Complication Management, Panel Discussion , Complication Management (Case Studies), Ultrasound-Guided Injection Techniques, Expert Insights
Join industry leaders for an in-depth panel discussion designed to elevate your approach to complex cases and complication management in aesthetic practice. Through real-world scenarios, cutting-edge techniques, and the latest research, this session delivers practical insights and expert guidance you can apply immediately in clinic.
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- Dr. Jake Sloane, David Segal
Inside Aesthetics with Dr. Jake Sloane and David Segal
Panel Discussion: Dr. Kian Karimi, Dr. Zack Ally, & Amy Lynn
- 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- Ario Khoshbin
Innovation in Aesthetics: What’s Next for the Industry
Unlock the secrets of non-human dependent revenue streams
Looking to grow your business without relying solely on your time and energy? This session reveals practical strategies to create scalable, automated, and passive income streams in the aesthetics industry. From product sales and memberships to digital content and technology integration, learn how to build revenue that works for you—even when you’re not in the room.
- 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cephalous Interaction Dissection & Anatomy
- 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
COCKTAIL PARTY - OLD HOLLYWOOD STYLE
Waterworks Food Hall – 50 Brant St. Toronto
- 9:00 AM - EOD
- Room 205 / 206
Sign In & Registration
- 9:00 AM - EOD
- Support Desk
IT Desk
- 9:00 AM - 5:00PM
- Hall A
bACK sTAGE & sPEAKERS
- 9:30 AM - EOD
- Room 206 E/F
- Amy's Class: Room 206 A/B
Model Help
- 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
- Amy Lynn
The Art of Reversal
Focus on BioGel, PRF treatment and as effective anti-aging solutions or complications management solution
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Dr. Jake Sloane
Are HA filler finished?
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Room 206 A/B
Amy PRP Class
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Dr. Martin Braun
Revitalizing the Ozempic Face: Combining Fillers with Collagen Stimulators for Optimal Rejuvenation
“Ozempic face,” marked by facial volume loss and skin laxity, can be effectively addressed with a combined approach using HA fillers for immediate restoration and collagen stimulators for long-term structural support, delivering a holistic and natural result.
- 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Glass Box - Podcast (INSIDE AESTHETICS)
- 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Dr. Jordan Atkinson
Collagen Stimulators and their Role with Anti-Aging Paradigm
Understand the science and application of collagen stimulators in modern aesthetic medicine. Discover how these bio-stimulatory treatments are reshaping the anti-aging paradigm by activating the body’s natural regenerative processes to restore structure, volume, and youthful vitality.
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Coffee Break
- 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
- Dr. Steven Sorr
Beyond the Procedure: The Science of Preparing the Body and Mind for Regeneration
Discover how a holistic, science-based approach can dramatically improve regenerative and surgical outcomes. In this session, Dr. Sorr explores the interconnected roles of metabolism, hormones, nutrition, and mental well-being—revealing how optimizing each element primes the body for faster recovery, enhanced results, and long-term health. Attendees will gain practical, evidence-backed strategies to prepare patients from the inside out, ensuring the best possible regenerative outcomes.
- 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Meal Break
Lunch and Learn 12:30-1:30PM (Registration is 12PM)
- (Merz) Lunch & Learn
- Dr. Dusan Sajic, MD, PhD
- Regenerative Aesthetics: Expanding Treatments Beyond the Face
- Room 205 A/B
- (RepeatMD) Lunch & Learn
- Phil Sitter
- 3 Keys to Unlock Revenue Growth
- Room 205 C/D
- (Cellera) Lunch & Learn
- Carole Foussé
- Beyond the Procedure: Dermo-Aesthetic Skincare Designed to Enhance Repair and Rejuvenation
- Room 206 C/D
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Moderator: Dr Jessie Cheung (Panel: Dr. Ahmed Siliha (Promoitalia), Dr. Martin Braun (Xcite), Dr. Steven Sorr, Dr. Saranya Wyles (PLATED) - Mayo Clinic -RION (medical arm PH3))
The Exosome Summit: Comparing all Exosomes & how each one works
Join leading experts and innovators for an in-depth exploration of exosomes in aesthetic and regenerative medicine. The Exosome Summit brings together science, clinical practice, and regulatory insight to examine the real-world applications and future potential of exosome-based therapies. From skin rejuvenation to hair restoration, discover how this emerging technology is shaping the next generation of non-invasive treatments—while understanding the ethical and safety considerations needed for responsible adoption.
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Dr. Patrick Gunning
The Cellular Trinity: Decoding Exosomes, Peptides & Stem Cells
Dive into the fascinating world of regenerative medicine as Dr. Patrick Gunning unpacks the key differences between exosomes, peptides, and stem cells. Learn how each of these biological tools uniquely supports healing, longevity, and anti-aging—and how to navigate their roles in cutting-edge clinical practice.
- 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
- Dr. Saranya Wyles
Promise and Prudence: Navigating the Future of Exosomes in Aesthetics
Exosomes are generating significant excitement in regenerative aesthetics—but what is hype, and what is evidence-based? This session explores the scientific promise, current clinical applications, and regulatory landscape of exosome-based treatments. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of their potential benefits, safety considerations, and what to watch for as the field evolves. An essential discussion for practitioners looking to integrate innovation responsibly.
- 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Dr. Patrick Gunning
Biohack the Clock
Discover how Epitalon, a synthetic peptide and telomerase activator, is redefining the science of longevity by targeting the aging process at the cellular level. Explore how Epitalon may help ‘hack’ the aging process by activating telomerase and supporting cellular regeneration for a longer, healthier life.
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Dr. Nathan Thakur
Regenerative Aesthetics: Where Are We Now?
An update on the current climate of regenerative aesthetics and where it has actually scientifically progressed to.
- 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Dr. Steven Sorr
