CME 2026 ASLMS 45th Annual Conference Recordings - Lasers in Medicine
The course was recorded on May 9, 2026, at the ASLMS Annual Conference.
Course Description: This session will feature expert presentations on the medical applications of laser and energy-based devices, delivered by experienced faculty. Attendees will gain insights into the optimal use of these technologies for a wide spectrum of cutaneous conditions. Topics will include strategies to avoid complications, maximizing patient outcomes, and make informed decisions regarding device selection to best fit your practice.
COURSE DIRECTORS: Ariel Eber, MD; Paul M. Friedman, MD
FACULTY PANELISTS: Kristen M. Kelly, MD; Arielle N.B Kauvar; Ariel Eber, MD; Jessica G. Labadie, MD; Mary Dick, MD; Emily L. Guo, MD; Taryn Murray, MD
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the activity, learners should be able to:
- Varied approaches used with these devices
- Safety techniques to maximize patient outcomes
- How to select the appropriate laser or device in different clinical settings
TARGET AUDIENCE:
This activity is intended for an audience of physicians and other healthcare professionals interested in the use of lasers, light, energy-based devices, and related technologies across various specialties.
PRESENTATIONS:
Laser Treatment of Vascular Lesions and Pediatric Lasers | Kristen M. Kelly, MD – Chair of Dermatology, University of California Irvine
Laser Treatment of Scars | Arielle N.B Kauvar, MD – Director, New York Laser & Skin Care
Pigmentary Disorders | Ariel Eber, MD – University of Miami
Rosacea | Jessica G. Labadie, MD – Dermatologist, SkinCare Physicians, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
Nasal Contouring | Mary Dick, MD – Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Rush University Medical Center
Laser Treatment in Skin of Color | Emily L. Guo, MD – Board-Certified Dermatologist, Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center, Houston, TX
Miscellaneous Cases | Taryn N. Murray, MD – Cleveland Clinic
DISCLOSURES:
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) adheres to the policies and guidelines, including the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE, set forth to providers by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), stating those activities where continuing education credits are awarded must be balanced, independent, objective, and scientifically rigorous. All persons in a position to control the content of an accredited continuing education program provided by ASLMS are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company within the past 24 months. All financial relationships reported are identified as relevant and mitigated by ASLMS in accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE in advance of delivery of the activity to learners. The content of this activity was vetted by ASLMS to assure objectivity and that the activity is free of commercial bias. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated by ASLMS.
All planners and faculty for this educational activity, except for those listed below, have no financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.
- Kristen M. Kelly, MD discloses the following financial relationships: Bausch Health: Investigator; MundiPharma, Allergan, Syneron Candela, Light Sciences Oncology, Novartis, Sciton, and ThermiRF: Consulting Fees (e.g., advisory boards) (Ongoing), Honoraria (Ongoing)
- Arielle N.B Kauvar, MD discloses the following financial relationships: Acclaro: Honoraria; Candela: Contracted Research (Principal Investigators must provide information, even if received by the institution); Sofwave: Consulting Fees (e.g., advisory boards)
- Jessica Labadie, MD discloses the following financial relationships: AbbVie: Contracted Research (Principal Investigators must provide information, even if received by the institution), Honoraria; Cortex: Contracted Research (Principal Investigators must provide information, even if received by the institution); Galderma: Contracted Research (Principal Investigators must provide information, even if received by the institution); Nordberg Clinical: Contracted Research (Principal Investigators must provide information, even if received by the institution); Veradermics: Consulting Fees (e.g., advisory boards), Contracted Research (Principal Investigators must provide information, even if received by the institution), Honoraria
- Emily L. Guo, MD discloses the following financial relationships: Solta Medical: Speakers' Bureau
- Taryn N. Murray, MD discloses the following financial relationships: Acclaro: Consulting Fees (e.g., advisory boards), Speakers' Bureau; R2 Technologies: Consulting Fees (e.g., advisory boards)
- ASLMS staff planners and reviewers have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
ACCME Accreditation Statement:
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation Statement:
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nursing Credits:
This enduring material is eligible for 2.0 CE credits if you are a Registered Nurse. These credits are provided with co-sponsorship with the Laser Training Institute division of Professional Medical Education Association.
Instructions for Learners to Receive Credit:
To receive a Certificate of Credit or a Certificate of Participation for On-Demand (2026) course, registered attendees must submit a completed electronic CME/CE evaluation by the course expiration date (11/30/26).
This course should take approximately 1.5 hours to complete.
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY:
For questions related to claiming CME or CE credits, please contact education1@aslms.org or call (715) 845-9283.
- Refund requests will only be considered if made within 14 days of purchase.
- Refunds will only be considered if you have not yet started the course (no content viewed).
- Refunds are not available for missed live activities.
- Contact information@aslms.org to request a refund.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For questions related to claiming CME or CE credits, please contact education1@aslms.org or call (715) 845-9283.
DISCLAIMER:
Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.
DISCLOSURE OF OFF-LABEL USE:
This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. The American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery does not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications.
The opinions expressed in this educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications and warnings.
Ariel Eber (Moderator)
SkinCare Physicians
Paul Friedman, MD (Moderator)
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dermatology & Laser Surgery Center, Houston, Texas; McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, Texas
Paul M. Friedman, MD, board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, is the director of Dermatology & Laser Surgery Center of Houston, Texas, and also practices at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York. He was educated in dermatology at the New York University School of Medicine where he served as chief resident and was twice awarded the prestigious Husik Prize for his research in dermatologic surgery. He completed a one-year fellowship in dermatologic laser surgery and Mohs micrographic surgery & cutaneous oncology at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York and was the recipient of the Young Investigator's Writing Competition Award of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS). Dr. Friedman is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Texas Medical School, department of dermatology, and a clinical assistant professor of dermatology at the Weill Cornell Medical College, Houston Methodist Hospital. He is also on staff at Texas Children's Hospital and Memorial-Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center. Dr. Friedman is a fellowship director for the ASDS-accredited cosmetic dermatologic surgery fellowship training program and also serves as faculty for the Procedural Dermatology Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Dr. Friedman has been a featured speaker of ASDS, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), and other national and international audiences. He recently served as past President of ASLMS and was awarded the prestigious Leon Goldman Memorial Award at the 2019 ASLMS Annual Conference. Dr. Friedman has published over 100 medical articles and book chapters and co-authored the book Beautiful Skin Revealed: The Ultimate Guide to Better Skin. He is co-Editor of the textbook Lasers and Light Source Treatment For The Skin and serves on the Editorial Board of the journal Dermatologic Surgery. He has been featured in numerous national media outlets and is a frequent guest on Doctor Radio’s Dermatology Show. Dr. Friedman has been recognized as a leading physician and researcher in the field and has also been involved in the development of several new laser systems and therapeutic techniques now commonly used throughout the world.
Arielle N.B. Kauvar, MD
Dr. Arielle Kauvar is the founding director of New York Laser & Skin Care, a private practice specializing in laser surgery, Mohs surgery, cosmetic dermatology and clinical research, and a clinical professor of dermatology at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, where she teaches advanced dermatologic surgery. She is a board-certified dermatologist and a leading authority on laser technology, minimally invasive skin rejuvenation and skin cancer treatment.
A high honors graduate of Princeton University, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and Sigma Xi, Dr. Kauvar received her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Health Science and Technology program. She completed her dermatology residency at New York University Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and laser surgery.
Dr. Kauvar has pioneered many laser and device-based treatments and remains actively engaged in the development of new technology and clinical research. She has served as principal investigator in over 50 clinical trials in all phases of development and the FDA approval process. She is the author of over one hundred publications, including manuscripts, book chapters and a comprehensive textbook on laser surgery. She lectures at national and international scientific meetings, is frequently interviewed by the media and is a consultant to the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. She has served on the Board of Directors of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Society for Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery and is a past president of the Dermatologic Society of Greater New York.
Dr. Kauvar received the Castle and Connolly Top Doctors award and the Super Doctor in dermatology award for many years, as well as the Elle magazine Beauty Genius Award for her innovation in laser surgery. She is a recipient of the President’s Award from the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and multiple Presidential Citations from the American Academy of Dermatology. A native New Yorker, Dr. Kauvar developed an early interest in art and science and brings the perspective of a scientist and skill of an artist to her patient care.
Whether treating birthmarks, skin cancer, scars, wrinkles or acne, Dr. Kauvar is passionate about helping people improve their lives by achieving healthy, natural-appearing, beautiful skin. She lives in Westchester County, where she and her husband raised their three sons and enjoys art, photography, cooking, hiking and traveling.
Jessica Labadie, MD
Assistant Professor, Director of Lasers and Cosmetic Surgery
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Jessica Labadie, MD, FAAD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained cosmetic, surgical and general dermatologist. She is the Director of Lasers and Cosmetic Surgery and an assistant professor in the Department of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Born and raised in Rhode Island, Dr. Labadie graduated with honors from Brown University where she earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Neuroscience. Dr. Labadie received her medical degree from the University of California Irvine School of Medicine where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society and graduated at the top of her class with distinctions in research, leadership and service.
Dr. Labadie went on to complete her Dermatology residency at Northwestern University in Chicago where she served as Chief Resident during her final year. Subsequently, she completed advanced clinical training in Lasers and Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts under the mentorship of world experts and thought leaders: Drs. Jeffrey Dover, Kenneth Arndt, Michael Kaminer and Thomas Rohrer.
Dr. Labadie has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, academic poster presentations, oral abstracts, and lectures on cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery. She has served on the Board of Directors for the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) and currently serves on the Board of the Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatologists (AACD).
Dr. Labadie’s practice focuses on cosmetic, surgical and general dermatology while placing a strong emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care and individualized treatment plans. In addition to her patients, she is passionate about teaching and research.
Mary Dick, MD
Assistant Professor of Dermatology
Rush University Medical Center
Mary Dick, MD, is a fellowship-trained cosmetic dermatologic surgeon who completed her ASDS Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship at the Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center in Houston, TX. She earned her medical degree from Creighton University and her dermatology residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
Dr. Dick has a strong background in procedural and aesthetic dermatology, with expertise in laser and energy-based devices and injectables. She has presented at national conferences, including AAD, ASDS, and ASLMS, and has authored book chapters and peer-reviewed publications on laser technology and medical dermatology.
Emily Guo, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center, Houston, TX
Taryn Murray, MD
Cleveland Clinic
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