Andrew F. Alexis, MD, MPH is the Vice-Chair for Diversity and Inclusion for the Department of Dermatology and Professor of Clinical Dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. He is the former Chair of the Department of Dermatology at Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai West. Having served as Director of the first-of-its-kind Skin of Color Center for over 15 years, his work has helped to advance patient care, research, and education pertaining to dermatologic disorders that are prevalent in populations with skin of color.

Dr. Alexis received his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons and his Master of Public Health at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. He completed his dermatology residency at Weill Cornell Medicine, followed by a fellowship in dermatopharmacology at NYU Langone’s Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology.

Dr. Alexis has published more than 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals including the British Journal of Dermatology, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, and JAMA Dermatology among others. He has co-edited two textbooks and authored over 10 book chapters. Dr. Alexis is a frequent lecturer at national and international conferences and has been invited as a Visiting Professor or Grand Rounds speaker at many prestigious academic institutions.

Dr. Alexis has held numerous leadership positions in professional organizations including Past President of the New York Dermatological Society, Past President of the New York Academy of Medicine Dermatology Section, Secretary/Treasurer of the Skin of Color Society and Chair of the Diversity Task Force Committee for the American Academy of Dermatology. He currently serves as President of the Skin of Color Society and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Scarring Alopecia Foundation.

Dr. Alexis has appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX television news programs and has been quoted in numerous leading publications, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Vogue, Allure, and Essence. He is listed in Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors ™ and Super Doctors®.

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.

Dr. Mukta Sachdev, MD in Dermatology with a Fellowship in Cosmetic Dermatology from Florida, USA, and Diplomas in Dermatology form the UK .
She is a Consultant Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatologist and Head of the Department of Dermatology at Manipal Hospital in Bangalore, India. Additionally, she operates a private boutique office practice at Cambridge Layout, Bangalore, and holds the role of Medical Director at MS Clinical Research, a dermatology-focused CRO. With over two decades of experience in dermatological practice, Dr. Sachdev is recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (USA), the ASDS - American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, WDS, SOCS (International), as well as IADVL, ACSI, BDS (Indian), among other dermatological societies. Her extensive expertise in cosmetic dermatology, particularly in skin of color, has led to her global recognition as a Key Opinion Leader. Dr. Sachdev’s contributions extend to pioneering work in developing guidelines and protocols for the use of chemical peels and lasers in diverse skin types, collaborating with associations and industry partners. As the Medical Director of MSCR, she has been instrumental in more than 500 clinical and cosmeceutical studies. Dr. Mukta Sachdev’s combined experience and innovative approach make her a sought-after expert in the field .
In addition to her professional roles, Dr. Mukta Sachdev is a frequent speaker at international and national conferences and meetings, where she shares her expertise, publishes and presents data regularly, and has co-authored three textbooks on cosmetic dermatology in skin of color. Her commitment to advancing dermatological care and her innovative approach continue to make her a highly sought-after expert in the field.

Dr. Woraphong Manuskiatti is a Professor of Dermatology at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital of Mahidol University, Thailand where he has served on full-time staff since 1998. Along with his responsibilities in teaching medical students and Dermatology residents and seeing patients, Dr. Manuskiatti has conducted extensive research in the field of laser and energy-based devices (EBDs). In addition to having published over 100 original journal articles and 14 international book-chapters in the field of cutaneous laser surgery, he regularly lectures at and coordinates international conferences on skin laser surgery. Furthermore, he founded and directs the month-long Siriraj International Short Course, an innovative program aimed to educate dermatologists on basic and practical laser and EBD treatment techniques. Since 2005, over 180 physicians from Europe and the Asia-Pacific region have completed the course and brought the benefits of laser surgery in dermatology to new clinics and training hospitals around the world.

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.

Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D. is an internationally-known author and lecturer on cosmetic dermatology and cutaneous laser surgery. She is the Founder and Director of Capital Laser and Skin Care in suburban Washington, D.C. Dr. Tanzi graduated Summa Cum Laude with Honors in Biochemistry from Hartwick College in New York. She pursued her medical education at Syracuse University School of Medicine where she graduated in the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society at the top of her class. Dr. Tanzi completed her dermatology residency at Columbia University, St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York where she served as chief resident. Dr. Tanzi works closely with multiple medical societies to support the progress of dermatologic laser and device-based surgery. She served on the Executive Board as Secretary of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery from 2012-2015 after completing three years on their Board of Directors. She actively serves on the Development and Industry Advisory Counsel for the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Tanzi has published over 50 original medical articles and chapters and has been involved with the development of several new laser systems and therapeutic techniques that are now used routinely by physicians around the world. She is an annual invited speaker at the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She actively serves as a journal reviewer for the Journal of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, Journal of Cutaneous Laser Therapy, and The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and serves as an editor for Dermatologic Surgery. Throughout her career, she has received numerous honors and awards for her work in the field of dermatologic surgery including the Cutting Edge Research Grant from the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery Writing Competition, and the chairperson of the Dermatology/Plastic Surgery section for the American Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery Annual Meeting in 2006 and 2012. Her contributions to the field of dermatology and laser surgery have been featured in many media outlets including The Today Show, Good Morning America, ABC News, NBC News, CNN, Fox News, USA Today, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Washingtonian, O Magazine, Vogue, Allure, Elle, In-Style, Self, Health, and Cosmopolitan. Dr. Tanzi was inducted into the American Dermatological Association in 2020.

Brian D. Zelickson, MD is a board-certified Dermatologist currently practicing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After finishing high school in Minneapolis, he attended the University of Colorado and obtained a BA degree in Molecular and Developmental Biology. During his collegiate career, Brian sacrificed his attendance at the Buffs football games in order to learn the high-altitude arts of brewing beer and alpine skiing. Brian then rejoined his native flatlanders to attend Mayo Medical School in beautiful Rochester, Minnesota. During his medical education, genetic influences started to take hold, and his interest in Dermatology began to surface. He performed a red-eyed internship at Hennepin County Medical School before returning to the Mayo Clinic for his Dermatology residency. After his residency, he spent a short fellowship learning immunoelectron microscopy techniques with Dr. RA Briggaman at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Zelickson then returned to Minneapolis to join his father in private practice. He is currently practicing dermatology at Zel Skin and Laser Specialists and is the CEO of United Skin Specialists. He is also more than happily married with two lively children. Dr. Zelickson has authored over 50 articles and several book chapters and became interested in lasers somewhere along the line.

Dr. Mara Weinstein Velez is a board-certified dermatologist who completed a prestigious Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at SkinCare Physicians in Boston with clinical faculty from the Harvard and Yale Departments of Dermatology. She received her undergraduate degree from Princeton University and completed her Dermatology residency training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Weinstein has been invited to present at national professional meetings, published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and co-authored chapters in dermatology textbooks. Her health and beauty advise is prominently featured in magazines such as TeenVogue, InStyle and Redbook. She has been working in clinical research for over 6 years and has participated in multiple clinical research studies for state-of-the-art laser devices, minimally invasive cosmetic treatments, and acne medications. She is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and the Director of Cosemtic and Laser Dermatology. She also serves as the DI officer for the Department of Dermatology at URMC.

DiAnne S. Davis, MD, FAAD is a board-certified fellowship-trained cosmetic dermatologist practicing in Dallas, TX.

She completed her undergraduate education from Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She also obtained a Master of Science degree in Cell & Molecular Biology from Tulane University. She then received her Doctor of Medicine degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences along with the Walter F. Rosen Award for Outstanding Student in Dermatology.

Dr. Davis completed an internal medicine internship and dermatology residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center where she served as chief resident. While in residency Dr. Davis was influential in coordinating the first Skin of Color Symposium helping to promote awareness of the unique features of skin of color from both a medical and cosmetic dermatologic viewpoint. Following residency, Dr. Davis graduated from an American Society of Dermatologic Surgery accredited cosmetic dermatology fellowship program under the directorship of Mark B. Taylor, MD at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute & Laser Center in Salt Lake City, UT.

She has expertise in skin of color, laser and light-based procedures, neuromodulators, injectable fillers, platelet rich plasma (PRP), sclerotherapy, body contouring, acne scars, laser blepharoplasties, and tumescent liposuction. Dr. Davis has authored several journal articles and textbook chapters, and has presented her work at local, regional, and national meetings. She is also the Co-Founder of Sunblock Kids which helps to bring awareness about the importance of sun protection at an early age. She has also served as an investigator on trials for Allergan.

Dr. Davis is a fellow of the AAD and ASDS, a member of ASLMS and WDS. Dr. Davis served as the resident liaison for ASDS, on the curriculum task force for the AAD, and has received scholarships for mentorship opportunities through the ASDS. She currently serves on the AAD Leadership Forum Workgroup & Media Expert Team, the ASDS Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and Branding & Media Workgroups, and serves as Chair of the WDS Media Relations Committee. She is extremely passionate about mentorship and chairs the Mentorship program through the National Medical Association Dermatology Section and serves on the mentorship program for the Skin of Color Society.

Dr. Davis believes in a collaborative approach when it comes to helping her patients’ look and feel their best. Considering the aesthetic goals her patients want to achieve, Dr. Davis creates a comprehensive treatment plan utilizing advanced technology through the viewpoint of an artist (as a classically trained ballet dancer).

She is the daughter of the late Fred Davis, Jr and Sherill Davis and a proud native of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Her interests outside of medicine include yoga and dancing, and she was previously a NFL cheerleader for the New Orleans Saints football team. She enjoys international travel, trying new cuisines, and spending time with her family and friends.

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.

Shilpi Khetarpal, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-certified dermatologist who is currently an associate professor in dermatology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She completed her undergraduate and medical education through the accelerated, 6-year BS/MD program at Northeast Ohio Medical University. She did her dermatology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and a fellowship in lasers and cosmetic surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill, MA. Dr. Khetarpal has presented at both local and national professional meetings and has authored numerous book chapters in dermatologic textbooks and published many articles in peer-reviewed journals. She is actively involved in the Women’s Dermatologic Society, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Ohio Dermatological Association, and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.

David M. Ozog, currently serves as Chair, Department of Dermatology and holds the C.S. Livingood Chair in Dermatology, at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. He is also an active Mohs surgeon and Director of Cosmetic Dermatology. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan where he was a James B. Angell 4.0 GPA Scholar, completed post baccalaureate work at Bryn Mawr in Philadelphia and his medical degree from University of Rochester Medical School, Rochester, New York, where he was awarded AOA honors society. He completed his dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, in Detroit, where he served as Chief Resident. His Mohs, Cosmetic and Procedural fellowship was with Dr. Ron Moy at UCLA Medical Center and Moy-Fincher Medical Group, in Beverly Hills, CA. He has published more than 90 articles and book chapters and has given hundreds of lectures nationally and internationally in various facets of procedural dermatology. His textbook, co-edited with Joel Cohen, Botulinum Toxins: Cosmetic and Clinical Applications, was published in 2017. Dr Ozog has directed sessions at the American Academy of Dermatology's annual meeting for several years. He was a member of the AAD coding committee, and he currently serves on the AAD Scientific Assembly Committee for a six-year term. He is scheduled to chair both Summer and Annual AAD meetings. He is also an editorial board member of JAMA Dermatology and an assistant editor of Dermatologic Surgery. His active research interests include cutaneous oncology, scarring prevention and treatment, botulinum toxins, as well as laser delivery for cosmetic and malignant conditions. He has trained more than 76 residents in dermatological surgery and was chosen by the residents as “Teacher of the Year.” Dr Ozog has taught hands on workshops nationally for the American Society for Dermatological Surgery, and he is co-director of the cadaver lab at Henry Ford. He enjoys biking and spending time with his wife Dawnmarie and their three children. Although his research group successfully pivoted to COVID work during the pandemic, he is thrilled to return to lasers and oncology, leaving spike proteins behind (hopefully forever).

Dr. Fernanda H. Sakamoto, MD, Ph.D is an Assistant Professor in Dermatology at the Harvard Medical School, Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA since 2006. She is a fellow of the AAD, fellow of the American Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), a member of the Société Française de Dermatologie; of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology, of the Brazilian Society of Dermatological Surgery, of the Brazilian Group of Melanoma and of the International Society of Dermoscopy. She is a physician-scientist and board-certified Dermatologist from Brazil. Dr. Sakamoto’s research interests include laser and device therapies, PDT, acne, skin cancer, wound healing, and new material science. Working with translational and clinical sciences in academia and industry is Dr. Sakamoto’s field of interest. Currently her work is focused on the development of new light-based treatments for acne and atopic dermatitis. Dr. Sakamoto is a Co-Director of the Education Committee of the Wellman Center/MGH since 2017 and has served on the ASLMS Education, International Committees, Research and Development Committee and Women in Energy Based Devices Committee of which she was the Chair in 2021. She was the Program Chair of the 2022 ASLMS Annual Meeting and has received Best Overall Scientific Award, Best Clinical Science Award (twice) and Bast Basic Science Award, the Horace Furimoto Award for Innovation and the Ellet Drake Memorial Award for innovative laser procedures by the same society.   

Dr. Sakamoto has contributed with over 30 scientific and clinical publications in peer-reviewed journals, and over a dozen book chapters in the major Dermatology textbooks.  She is an inventor on seven US and international patents on innovations in Dermatology. She has contributed to the creation of FDA approved technologies, including the micro-coring device for skin tightening; and Dr. Sakamoto is the primary inventor of laser for acne treatment. 

She has served as Associate Editor for the Journal of Investigative Dermatology for 4 years and was Guest Editor of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine in 2012. Dr. Sakamoto maintains a cosmetic laser/device clinic in Brazil, and as a founding member of the Dream Beam Foundation, she is actively creating a free clinic and training center in Sao Paulo. In the past, has treated native Indians in the Amazon jungle. Dr. Sakamoto also works as a consultant to multiple laser and cosmetic companies in the US. Dr. Sakamoto lives in Boston with her husband, Rox Anderson, her 3 boys under the age of 8 years old and her little dog, BB.

David M. Ozog, currently serves as Chair, Department of Dermatology and holds the C.S. Livingood Chair in Dermatology, at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. He is also an active Mohs surgeon and Director of Cosmetic Dermatology. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan where he was a James B. Angell 4.0 GPA Scholar, completed post baccalaureate work at Bryn Mawr in Philadelphia and his medical degree from University of Rochester Medical School, Rochester, New York, where he was awarded AOA honors society. He completed his dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, in Detroit, where he served as Chief Resident. His Mohs, Cosmetic and Procedural fellowship was with Dr. Ron Moy at UCLA Medical Center and Moy-Fincher Medical Group, in Beverly Hills, CA. He has published more than 90 articles and book chapters and has given hundreds of lectures nationally and internationally in various facets of procedural dermatology. His textbook, co-edited with Joel Cohen, Botulinum Toxins: Cosmetic and Clinical Applications, was published in 2017. Dr Ozog has directed sessions at the American Academy of Dermatology's annual meeting for several years. He was a member of the AAD coding committee, and he currently serves on the AAD Scientific Assembly Committee for a six-year term. He is scheduled to chair both Summer and Annual AAD meetings. He is also an editorial board member of JAMA Dermatology and an assistant editor of Dermatologic Surgery. His active research interests include cutaneous oncology, scarring prevention and treatment, botulinum toxins, as well as laser delivery for cosmetic and malignant conditions. He has trained more than 76 residents in dermatological surgery and was chosen by the residents as “Teacher of the Year.” Dr Ozog has taught hands on workshops nationally for the American Society for Dermatological Surgery, and he is co-director of the cadaver lab at Henry Ford. He enjoys biking and spending time with his wife Dawnmarie and their three children. Although his research group successfully pivoted to COVID work during the pandemic, he is thrilled to return to lasers and oncology, leaving spike proteins behind (hopefully forever).

Jennifer Y. Lin, M.D. is currently Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) and Dana Farber Cancer Institute. She is a graduate of Harvard University, Harvard Medical School (Health Sciences and Technology Division), and the Harvard Combined Program in Dermatology. She was fortunate to be a fellow at Massachusetts General Hospital/Wellman Center for Photomedicine under the guidance of Drs. Rox Anderson and Mathew Avram. Clinically she is interested in lasers, photodynamic therapy, pigmentary disorders and melanoma. Her research interests are focused on immune modulation in the treatment of cutaneous melanoma metastases, and understanding mechanisms of topical agents/laser therapy in order to further refine our therapeutic modalities.

Dr. Kelly Stankiewicz is a board certified dermatologist practicing in Park City, UT as owner and founder of The Dermatology House. She earned her Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Michigan in 2001. She went on to receive her Medical Degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2006. She completed her dermatology residency at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. After residency, Dr. Stankiewicz completed a clinical fellowship with Harvard Medical School in lasers and cosmetic dermatology at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Wellman Center for Photomedicine. There Dr. Stankiewicz focused her research efforts on tattoo removal and early treatment of infantile hemangiomas and underwent extensive clinical training in lasers and other cosmetic procedures. Currently, Dr. Stankiewicz continues research pursuits as well as a full-time general dermatologic practice that includes medical, surgical and laser dermatology for all ages.

Joshua Weitz MD, triple board certified physician, CEO of Dermatology Associates of Rochester, Chief Medical Officer of Removery and member of ASLMS. With over 15 years of experience as a physician and entrepreneur, I am passionate about providing innovative and personalized solutions for skin health and wellness. At Dermatology Associates of Rochester, I lead a team of experts in offering a range of services, including medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology and plastic Surgery; non-invasive beauty treatments like CoolSculpting, miraDry, Halo, Moxi, BBL and SofWave; as well as anti-aging medicine. I serve as a Chief Medical Officer and am a founding member of the clinical advisory board at Removery, the largest laser tattoo removal company in the world, where I leverage my expertise and insights having founded and operated Tat Erase, a successful laser tattoo removal business. I strive to deliver excellence, innovation and compassion in everything I do, and to contribute to the advancement of aesthetic medicine.

Davon T. Lee is currently a 2nd year medical student at Howard University's College of Medicine, and student researcher at The Firefighters Burn and Surgical Laboratory of Washington Hospital Center and Georgetown University's School of Medicine. Prior to beginning medical school, Davon was a registered nurse at New York-Presbyterian Hospitals of Cornell and Columbia Universities. He spent 1 year in adult med-surg, 4 years in the operating room, and 1 year in the PACU. As a medical studnt, Davon completed the West Coast Plastic Surgery Mentorship program throughout year one, with a mentor assigned from The University of Washington Seattle. He also spent the summer going into his second year with the plastic surgery department at The University of Kansas. Davon currently serves as the president for Howard University's Plastic Surgery Interest Society, a clinical manager in the student run New Freedmen's Clinic, and a mentor to undergraduate pre-med majors and 1st year medical students.

I am Arash Pour Mohammad, a recent M.D. graduate and a dedicated researcher at the Dermatology Department of Rasoul-e-Akram Hospital, affiliated with the Iran University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran.

My passion for dermatology research is profound, having contributed to over 30 projects with a primary focus on various dermatological conditions. My interests extend to the innovative integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence in dermatology practice, aiming to revolutionize patient care and improve diagnostic accuracy. Furthermore, I am deeply committed to advancing healthcare equity in dermatology and exploring how the novel medical and procedural advancements could improve treatment toutcomes in patients care.

I am eager to engage in worldwide collaborations, especially in interdisciplinary research and international studies that align with my interests in leveraging technology to enhance patient care and accessibility.

Jennifer M. Huang, BS is a second year medical student at Georgetown University with an interest in pursuing dermatology. She has worked with the Firefighters' Burn and Surgical Research Laboratory at MedStar Washington Hospital Center since the summer of her first year in medical school. Her research interests are in health outcomes, immunology/allergy, social determinants (women's health), and aging.

My name is Joshua Carreras and I earned my BA in Cognitive Science from Vassar College in 2020. Currently, I am a 3rd year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine and I conduct research with the Burn Center at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. The focus of our research is using fractional ablative CO2 lasers on hypertrophic scars and evaluating patient-reported outcomes.

Kavita Darji, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist who is currently an ASDS Laser and Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery Fellow at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Dieg, California. She has a passion for treating patients of all skin types safely and effectively with a variety of lasers and enegery-based devices, cosmetic injectables, body contouring devices, and other modalities.

Dr. Woraphong Manuskiatti is a Professor of Dermatology at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital of Mahidol University, Thailand where he has served on full-time staff since 1998. Along with his responsibilities in teaching medical students and Dermatology residents and seeing patients, Dr. Manuskiatti has conducted extensive research in the field of laser and energy-based devices (EBDs). In addition to having published over 100 original journal articles and 14 international book-chapters in the field of cutaneous laser surgery, he regularly lectures at and coordinates international conferences on skin laser surgery. Furthermore, he founded and directs the month-long Siriraj International Short Course, an innovative program aimed to educate dermatologists on basic and practical laser and EBD treatment techniques. Since 2005, over 180 physicians from Europe and the Asia-Pacific region have completed the course and brought the benefits of laser surgery in dermatology to new clinics and training hospitals around the world.

Dr. Chang is a well-known reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgeon. He had received his M.D degree from Chang Gung university in 2000, and Ph.D degree for Photonics from National Chiao-Tung University in 2020.
Until present, he has published more than 50 peer-review scientific articles listed in SCI, which was proven for improving clinical outcomes, and authored one book chapter. Dr.Chang has also given numerous lectures at various international societies and centers and received national honorable awards. He is the past secretary-in-general of Taiwan society for reconstructive microsurgery (TSRM). Currently, he is the fellow member of American society for laser medicine and surgery (ASLMS), the Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS) and is now serving as the Associate Professor and the director of laser and cosmetology, aesthetic medical center in China medical university hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.

My name is Lauren Ching, and I am a third-year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine. I am passionate about the field of dermatology, particularly focusing on pediatric care and addressing health disparities among underserved groups. I am also deeply committed to integrating technology and Artificial Intelligence into patient care as I believe that these advancements can improve the diagnostic process and overall patient outcomes.

Kentaro Oku, M.D.

Current Position: Founder and Medical Director of HILLS GRACE CLINIC

Education: Graduated from Fukushima Medical University

Specialization: Aesthetic dermatology using energy-based devices

Research Achievements: Published over 20 papers and textbooks on aesthetic dermatology, both internationally and domestically.

The Latest Article: 'Vectorized Facial Skin Tightening: A Study on the Thermal Thread Technique™ Utilizing Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam' was published in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.

Membership: Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and a member of the Japanese Dermatological Association and the Japanese Society for Aesthetic Dermatology.

Contact Information: kentaro.oku@hillsgrace.or.jp

Ahdarsh R. Vallabhaneni, MD, Dermatology Resident at Dartmouth Health.

Dr. Vallabhaneni, a second-year dermatology resident at Dartmouth Health, brings a blend of diverse experiences to the field. Originating from St. Louis, Missouri, and the child of Indian immigrants, his educational journey led him through the University of Miami for undergrad and the University of Missouri for medical school. Dr. Vallabhaneni's professional focus centers on cosmetic dermatology, with a specific interest in the nuanced use of lasers for aesthetic treatments. His commitment to advancing patient care is reflected in his research and clinical practice.

Scott Stratman, MD, MPH, is a current dermatology resident at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He lived in Florida the majority of his life except for when he lived briefly in Madrid, Spain; Dr. Stratman graduated summa cum laude from the University of Florida with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biology and Psychology. He received his medical degree and Master's in Public Health from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. While there, Dr. Stratman was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society and graduated with distinction in research. During medical school, he completed a research fellowship in wounds and wound healing, resulting in authorship on numerous peer-reviewed articles, academic poster presentations, and oral abstracts. Dr. Stratman is an avid yoga practitioner and scuba diver.

Dr. Michael H. Gold is the founder and medical director of Gold Skin Care Center, Advanced Aesthetics Medical Spa, The Laser & Rejuvenation Center, and Tennessee Clinical Research Center in Nashville, TN. He is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon and oversees the various facets of the center's operations — a combination of medical and surgical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, aesthetic services and research endeavors, which began in 1990. The Tennessee Clinical Research Center is regarded in the industry as one of the best clinical research centers for medical dermatology and aesthetic/cosmetic research endeavors – focusing on FDA Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials.

Dr. Gold has earned worldwide recognition for providing patients with leading-edge technological advances in dermatology and aesthetic skin care. He plays an integral role in the development of new pharmaceutical products, injectable fillers and toxins, skin care, and medical devices through his clinical research practice. He presents results of his work regularly at national and international dermatology, plastic surgical, and cosmetic meetings.

Dr. Gold has authored over 500 published scientific articles, 40 textbook chapters, has edited two textbooks on Photodynamic Therapy as well as been Senior Editor on textbooks on Microneedling as well as Cosmeceuticals & Skin Care. He serves on most major dermatology journal scientific boards and is the current Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology and the Editor-in-Chief of Dermatological Reviews. In addition, Dr. Gold helped establish the SCALE meeting in Nashville – now entering its 18th year - it is one of the leading U.S. dermatologic and aesthetic meetings.

Dr. Gold also helped start two international groups: the Dermatologic Aesthetic Surgery International League (DASIL), which aims to create a global community for the open exchange of knowledge and innovation by physicians specializing in dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and aesthetic surgery. It has become one of the most prominent and important international dermatology groups. It show cases meetings all over the world; and the 5-Continent-Congress (5CC), one of the world’s leading conferences on dermatology and aesthetic/cosmetic medicine, where he is the current President of the Congress and has overseen the growth of this meeting since its inception 13 years ago.

Imran Rizvi, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology (tenure-track) at Harvard Medical School (HMS), and an Assistant Biomedical Engineer at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). Imran received his Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences from the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College, a Master’s in Tumor Biology from the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Georgetown University, and a B.A. from Johns Hopkins University. Imran trained as a post-doctoral fellow in the laboratories of Dr. Tayyaba Hasan at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine, MGH and Dr. Utkan Demirci in the Department of Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Imran is a recipient of the K99-R00 Pathway to Independence Award from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). More recently, Imran obtained competitive funding from Bristol-Myers Squibb as a co-PI on a sponsored research agreement to develop a bioprinting and imaging-based 3D model for immuno-oncology applications. Imran has published 35 peer-reviewed publications comprised of 32 original articles and 3 reviews. Imran is on the Executive Committee, as Secretary, of the Pan-American Photodynamic Therapy Association (PAPDT), and a former member of the PAPDT Board of Directors. He is on the Council of the American Society for Photobiology (ASP), and is the former ASP Associate Councilor (elected by the associate members). Imran is on the Program Committee for SPIE Photonics West (BIOS Conference B0110), and on the Scientific Advisory Board of the14th World Congress of the International Photodynamic Association. He has served as a member of the ASP Grants and Awards Committee, Education and Mentoring Committee, Strategic Planning Committee and Organizing Committee for the 37th Meeting of the ASP. Among his recent honors, Imran received the New Investigator Award from the ASP, the Best of Session Award from the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, the Chair’s Research Award from the DOM at BWH, and the Ruth and William Silen, M.D. Award for outstanding oral presentation at the New England Science Symposium.

Emily Wenande MD PhD, is a Danish-American post doctoral researcher with Professor Merete Haedersdal's lab at the Department of Dermatology, Bispebjerg Hospital in Copenhagen, Denmark and former research fellow with Professor Rox Anderson's lab at Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA.

An alumna of Copenhagen University, Dr. Wenande completed her PhD on laser-assisted drug delivery (LADD) in 2019. She contiues her work on LADD and other experiemental treatment approaches for keratinocyte carcinoma at Bispebjerg Hospital -- the birthplace of daylight photodynamic therapy. By employing new drug combinations with laser delivery in preclinical and clinical trials, Dr. Wenande hopes to develop simple, efficacious and tolerable local treatments for premalignant and malignant skin lesions.

Thomas Milner is the Director of the Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic and a Professor in the Department of Surgery and Biomedical Engineering. Milner co-invented the dynamic cooling device that is used on laser dermatological surgical instruments worldwide. He is one of the early developers of optical coherence tomography - a diagnostic imaging technology used clinically in ophthalmology and cardiology. He is the recipient of the Coherent Young Investigator Award, numerous grants from the National Institutes of Health, and Inventor of the Year at the University of Texas at Austin. He is an inventor of 55 issued U.S. patents and five international patents that have been licensed to six companies. He is a co-founder of CardioSpectra and Dermalucent. He has authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles and twelve book chapters. Milner is a member of the National Academy of Inventors, and the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering and the American Society for Lasers in Medicine and Surgery.

Nashwa Cheema, Phd from University of Alberta in Physiology, Cell and Developmental Biology. Her research interest is in mitochondrial/ muscle biology. She is current s research fellow in Rox Anderson lab at Wellman Center for Photomedicine. Her researcf project is focused on near infra red light therapy in muscle performance.

I obtained my bachelor's degree from Fudan University in Shanghai. Building upon this foundation, I pursued both my master's and doctoral degrees at the Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, specializing in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery, in the Craniofacial Surgery Group and the Laser Cosmetology Group, respectively. My research primarily focuses on photodynamic therapy for combating bacterial infections and exploring innovative photosensitive materials.
Currently, I am employed as a resident physician for standardized clinical training at the Dermatology Department of Peking University Shenzhen Hospital. My responsibilities encompass a spectrum of dermatological diseases interventions, also facial rejuvenation including injections and laser cosmetology, scar repairing and surgical procedures.
I have published a total of five SCI articles, with three focusing on photodynamic antimicrobial therapy and the other two on craniofacial reconstruction by now.

A PhD candidate in surgery at Shanghai Jiao Tong University;
A resident in department of plastic and reconstructive surgery, Shanghai ninth people’s hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University school of medicine;
I mainly engaged in wound repair, scar treatment, photomedicine and other related research，Published 2 articles in English as the first author.

Feben Messele is a medical student at UC Irvine School of Medicine, doing research in dermatology involving vascular conditions, therapy and non-invasive imaging techniques. Feben is passionate about health care equity and she is part of Leadership, Education, to Advance diversity-African, Black, Caribbean (LEAD-ABC), a mission based program committed to addressing health care disparities. Her clinical interests include skin of color and skin imaging using non-invasive techniques.

Hao Zhang is currently a graduate student in medical school in Shanghai jiaotong university. She majored in Clinical Medicine, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Her research direction is Precision therapy for pigmented diseases. She plans to graduate this June and continue her residency training in the Department of Plastic Surgery at the Ninth People's Hospital of Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Shan Wu, MD, PhD, Resident in Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University of Medicine, Shanghai, China.

Education
2013- 2020: PhD. in Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery), Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
2008- 2013: MD. North Sichuan Medical School, Nanchong, Sichuan, China.

Hospital or affiliated Institution Appointments
2022- present: Resident in Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
2020- 2022: Postdoctoral Research Scientist. Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.

One Awards
2019 Third prize from The 7th Oriental Congress of Burns and Plastic Medicine &.
A total of 6 publications

Lynhda Nguyen, MD, works at the department of laser and aesthetics and department of dermatology of the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Germany. Her research is focused on the efficacy and safety of various laser and energy-based devices, intravital microscopy including multiphoton tomography and fluorescence lifetime imaging, and health care research.

Current pre-doctoral trainee in the lab of Dr. Gal Shafirstein in the Photodynamic Therapy Center at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. My research focuses on improving the delivery of palliative radiation therapy in combination with photodynamic therapy for the treatment of lung cancer. I have a Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from the University at Buffalo and an associates in Engineering Science from Alfred State College.

Biography: Dr. Christine C. Dierickx, MD, received her M.D. degree from the medical school program of the University of Leuven, Belgium and completed a dermatology residency at the same university. She then developed clinical expertise in phlebology during a two-year fellowship with Professor Neuman in the Netherlands. Subsequently, she finished a clinical laser fellowship with Dr. R. Fitzpatrick in San Diego, California, and a Mohs fellowship with Dr. F. Mohs in Madison, Wisconsin. During a two-year laser fellowship with Dr. R. Rox Anderson at Massachusetts General Hospital of Harvard University, she developed research laser expertise in various fields. The projects on vascular lesions draw directly upon her research on the thermal relaxation time of ectatic blood vessels. She established the need of millisecond laser pulses for the treatment of vascular lesions and showed that the formation of gentle cavitations driven by a slow photothermal process underlies the destruction of blood vessels with the longer millisecond laser pulses. For this work, she received the Best Basic Science Award of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Subsequently, she became a full-time staff member of the Wellman Laboratories at Harvard. During this time, she conducted research projects with long pulsed ruby and diode lasers for hair removal. She returned to Europe in early 1999, where she is currently in private practice in Luxembourg. In 2013 she was the recipient of the Vasant Orwal Oration van de British Medical Laser Society in April 2016 she received the Leon Goldman memoriam award from the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She continues to be involved in the development of new applications for energy-based devices as well as new applications for photodynamic therapy. Dr. Dierickx has published and lectured nationally and internationally in the field of laser surgery and photodynamic therapy.

Dr Uffe Høgh Olesen, MSc, PhD, is senior researcher at Dept of Dermatology, Copenhagen University Hospital – Bispebjerg, Copenhagen, Denmark with Dr. Merete Haedersdal as part of the Danish Research Center for Skin Cancer.
His current focus is translational research on the potential roles of energy-based devices in prevention and treatment of keratinocyte cancers with particular emphasis on ablative fractional lasers, the immune system and immunotherapy.

Dr. Anne Chapas, M.D. is a Manhattan based dermatologist, dermatologic surgeon and the Founder and Medical Director of UnionDerm, a state-of-the-art center for medical and cosmetic skin treatments. She specializes in laser surgery, Mohs micrographic surgery for the treatment of skin cancer, cosmetic procedures and is internationally acclaimed for her laser and cosmetic treatments. Known for her use of combinations of injectable treatments such as Botox and Fillers, she is dedicated to delivering the most natural looking results for a look that reveals that no cosmetic work was done. Dr. Chapas is a frequent lecturer and has been widely published on advances in cutaneous oncology, laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Her current research at Unionderm is one of the most comprehensive laser, skin surgery and cosmetic practices in the country, which focuses on the use of laser and light devices in the treatment of medical and cosmetic conditions. Additionally, Dr. Chapas is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and she is a Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American College of Mohs Surgery and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. She is also a Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Chapas graduated magna cum laude in Biochemistry from the University of Pennsylvania and earned an M.D. with honors from Harvard Medical School. She completed a residency in Dermatology and prestigious fellowships in Mohs surgery and in procedural, cosmetic and laser dermatology. A strong believer in evidence-based medicine, she is a regular presenter at the top research meetings in laser dermatology and has published more than 40 peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters.

Dr. H. Ray Jalian is a Board Certified Dermatologist with the American Board of Dermatology specializing in laser surgery, general, and cosmetic dermatology. He is well known nationally having been an invited speaker at numerous national meetings, and written extensively about Lasers and Cosmetic Procedures in leading medical journals and textbooks. Dr. Jalian completed his medical education and dermatology residency at the University of California, Los Angeles where he served as Chief Resident in Dermatology. Following residency, Dr. Jalian completed a rigorous fellowship at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Massachusetts General, Harvard Medical School, the leading institution for development and advances in laser technology. During his training there, Dr. Jalian not only focused on developing and refining his clinical skills, but also lead numerous clinical trials investigating novel treatments for acne vulgaris, tattoo removal, and birthmarks. Upon his return to Los Angeles, Dr. Jalian accepted a position at the University of California, Los Angeles as an Assistant Clinical Professor and Associate Director of the Santa Monica/UCLA Laser and Cosmetic Center. He is currently in Private Practice in Los Angeles, CA.

Dr. Fernanda H. Sakamoto, MD, Ph.D is an Assistant Professor in Dermatology at the Harvard Medical School, Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA since 2006. She is a fellow of the AAD, fellow of the American Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), a member of the Société Française de Dermatologie; of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology, of the Brazilian Society of Dermatological Surgery, of the Brazilian Group of Melanoma and of the International Society of Dermoscopy. She is a physician-scientist and board-certified Dermatologist from Brazil. Dr. Sakamoto’s research interests include laser and device therapies, PDT, acne, skin cancer, wound healing, and new material science. Working with translational and clinical sciences in academia and industry is Dr. Sakamoto’s field of interest. Currently her work is focused on the development of new light-based treatments for acne and atopic dermatitis. Dr. Sakamoto is a Co-Director of the Education Committee of the Wellman Center/MGH since 2017 and has served on the ASLMS Education, International Committees, Research and Development Committee and Women in Energy Based Devices Committee of which she was the Chair in 2021. She was the Program Chair of the 2022 ASLMS Annual Meeting and has received Best Overall Scientific Award, Best Clinical Science Award (twice) and Bast Basic Science Award, the Horace Furimoto Award for Innovation and the Ellet Drake Memorial Award for innovative laser procedures by the same society.   

Dr. Sakamoto has contributed with over 30 scientific and clinical publications in peer-reviewed journals, and over a dozen book chapters in the major Dermatology textbooks.  She is an inventor on seven US and international patents on innovations in Dermatology. She has contributed to the creation of FDA approved technologies, including the micro-coring device for skin tightening; and Dr. Sakamoto is the primary inventor of laser for acne treatment. 

She has served as Associate Editor for the Journal of Investigative Dermatology for 4 years and was Guest Editor of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine in 2012. Dr. Sakamoto maintains a cosmetic laser/device clinic in Brazil, and as a founding member of the Dream Beam Foundation, she is actively creating a free clinic and training center in Sao Paulo. In the past, has treated native Indians in the Amazon jungle. Dr. Sakamoto also works as a consultant to multiple laser and cosmetic companies in the US. Dr. Sakamoto lives in Boston with her husband, Rox Anderson, her 3 boys under the age of 8 years old and her little dog, BB.

Dr. Tanghetti is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Tanghetti has been active in clinical studies for more than 20 years and is an internationally recognized speaker and consultant. His research interests focus on laser surgery, psoriasis, actinic keratosis, photo aging and acne vulgaris. His work has been published in journals such as Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, The Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, and Cutis. He is also a member of the editorial board of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.

Arisa E. Ortiz, M.D. is the Director of Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology, and an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of California, San Diego.  She received training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery at UC San Diego and also completed the prestigious cosmetic and laser fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and Wellman Center for Photomedicine. Dr. Ortiz completed her dermatology residency training at UC Irvine and Beckman Laser Institute. She has authored over fifty publications and several book chapters. Dr. Ortiz also coedited a textbook on surgical reconstruction. She has presented at international and national conferences and is frequently an invited speaker at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS). She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine and has won several awards including the Top Doctors Award, and Exceptional Women in Medicine, ASLMS Best of Session Award for Cutaneous Applications, the ASLMS research grant, and the ASDS Cutting Edge Research Grant. Dr. Ortiz has also served as the President of the San Diego Dermatologic Surgery Society and is serving on the ASLMS Board of Directors. Her research interests are in laser treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer.

Dr. Ugonabo received her Bachelor’s degree from Stanford University, M.D. degree at the University of Michigan, and M.P.H from Harvard School of Public Health. She also completed her Dermatology training at NYU Medical Center and was appointed Chief Resident in her final year. Following residency, Dr. Ugonabo was an American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery Fellow at UnionDerm in New York City where she led clinical trials investigating the treatment of acne scars, photodamage, cellulite, muscle stimulation and melasma with lasers. Dr. Ugonabo currently practices both medical and cosmetic dermatology at UnionDerm in New York City and has extensive experience using lasers, injectables like botox and fillers, fat loss treatments, skin tightening, chemical peels, sunscreens and other forms of photo-protection, acne, and hyperpigmentation. She also works as an Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s Division of Dermatology where she enjoys teaching and mentoring residents and medical students.

Melissa A. Levoska, MD, FAAD is Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She completed her undergradate degree at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and her medical training at Wayne State University School of Medicine. During medical school, she was accepted into the NIH Medical Research Scholars Program, where she worked under the tutelage of Dr. Kenneth Kraemer and Dr. John Digiovanna, studying patients with xeroderma pigmentosum and trichothiodystrophy. She completed her dermatology residency training at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. Her primary clinical and research interests are in hidradenitis suppurativa, laser and light treatments and cutaneous oncology.

Dr. Uebelhoer began practicing laser surgery 25 years ago. He has since lectured across the world, authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on the subject, and won awards for his teaching and military service. He grew up in Massachusetts, did residency at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego and a fellowship in Cosmetic and Laser Surgery at SkinCare Physicians of Chestnut Hill in Massachusetts. Since then, he served as the division head of Mohs and Laser Surgery with the Navy until retiring as a Commander. Now in San Diego, his practice focuses on Mohs micrographic surgery, scar prevention and rehabilitation, and special interests in PDT and laser assisted drug delivery.
Nathan was also trained as a Naval Flight surgeon and private pilot and proudly served in this capacity deployed with the U.S. Marine Corps. In addition to procedural dermatology, he has been heavily involved in rural and tropical medicine, and he continues to lecture on his pioneering work with scar rehabilitation in burn and blast injured soldiers. When not in the operating room, Nathan is with his family and occasionally takes the time to play golf and the piano.

Jill S. Waibel, MD, practices as a board-certified dermatologist specializing in general dermatology, cutaneous laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology for adults and children. She is in private practice in Miami, Florida, and Coral Gables, Florida. She is currently the medical director and owner of the Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute in Miami. Dr. Waibel is the subsection chief of Dermatology at Baptist Hospital. In addition, Dr. Waibel serves as a Clinical Voluntary Assistant Professor at the University of Miami. She is a world-recognized leader in dermatologic laser surgery and lectures worldwide to train other physicians. In her practice, she has over 40 laser devices and treats a wide variety of cutaneous diseases. Dr. Waibel is active in basic science clinical trials at the University of Miami and has a clinical trials division at Miami Dermatology and Research. One of Dr. Waibel’s primary passions is the treatment of scars by applying today’s latest cutaneous laser technologies. She has successfully developed industry-leading procedures and techniques with lasers, received numerous awards for her contributions to medicine, and published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and several textbook chapters. She was named “Person of the Week” on ABC World News Tonight in 2015 and was recently granted a Cutting Edge Research Grant by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to medicine, including an award given by Surgeon General Koop. The 2016 JDD Humanitarian Award has been given to Dr. Waibel for her innovative work in using lasers to treat patients with traumatic burn injuries. Dr. Waibel lectures, collaborates, and trains military physicians to help the wounded warriors. Dr. Waibel makes her home in Coral Gables with her husband and four children.

Andrew C. Krakowski, M.D. is a board-certified pediatric and adolescent dermatologist with a focus on pediatric procedural dermatology. He has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and two textbooks, including The Scar Book and Pediatric Procedural Dermatology. He is a section editor (procedural dermatology) for the Society of Pediatric Dermatology’s journal, Pediatric Dermatology, and the pediatric dermatology editor for Practical Dermatology and the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. Dr. Krakowski is a regularly invited lecturer and course director for the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Krakowski currently serves as the Network Chair of Dermatology at St. Luke’s University Health Network and as the Program Director for the ACGME-approved St. Luke’s Residency in Dermatology, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Sandy Tsao graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Cum Laude from Colorado College with a Bachelor‘s degree in Biology and from Harvard Medical School with an MD degree, winning the Soma Weiss Research Award. She then completed her internship at Boston’s Children’s Hospital and her Dermatology residency at the prestigious Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency, where she was selected as Chief Resident during her third year. Dr. Tsao subsequently trained in laser and cosmetic dermatology at the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital. In 2001, Dr. Tsao joined the Massachusetts General Hospital Dermatology Laser and Cosmetic Center and is currently an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Harvard Medical School. She is considered both locally in Boston and nationally as one of the premier "must see" laser and cosmetic dermatologists. Dr. Tsao has delivered well over 100 lectures on laser and cosmetic dermatology at conferences throughout the world and has been recognized by the MGH as one of its leading physicians through multiple Partners-in-Excellence Awards and a nomination for the Brian A. McGovern, MD Award for Clinical Excellence. Dr. Tsao is also one of Boston’s prestigious SuperDoctors in the specialty of Dermatology.

Dr. Tsao is deeply committed to education, having served as both the Director of Dermatological Surgery and the Associate Director of Procedural Dermatology at Harvard Medical School. For her efforts, she won the Teacher-of-the-Year award from the Department of Dermatology at Harvard. Dr. Tsao has been on committees for dermatological organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology, the Women’s Dermatologic Society and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and has helped set the national agenda for medical and procedural dermatology. She has also served as a medical advisory board member for OrthoNeutrogena and Roc and as a consultant to Johnson and Johnson.

Dr. Tsao has written numerous original articles and book chapters about laser and cosmetic dermatology or skin disease and has co-authored a major dermatologic surgical textbook- The Color Atlas of Cosmetic Dermatology- which is now in its second edition and the consumer-oriented book, Harvard Medical School: A Woman’s Guide to Hair Loss and Excess Hair. She is recognized as a thought leader in skin health and skin care and is frequently featured in magazines such as Health, Shape, Allure, Oprah, Good Housekeeping, OK, Natural Health and Parenting, just to name a few. In addition, she helped pioneer the use of photochemical tissue bonding (or “nanosuturing”) for sutureless wound closure.

E. Victor Ross, M.D., CAPT MC, USN (ret) attended Mississippi State University where he graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in physics. He obtained his medical degree from the Tulane University School of Medicine where he was a junior year inductee into Alpha Omega Alpha. Following internship, Dr. Ross went to Sasebo, Japan as a General Medical Officer. In 1992, he completed a three-year dermatology residency at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda. In 1994, he was the first Navy-sponsored fellow in photomedicine and lasers at the Massachusetts General Hospital. While there, he conducted basic research experiments and human clinical trials in photodynamic therapy and novel laser applications in dermatology. He was honored as the 2001 Navy Recipient of the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Award for excellence in Military Medicine.

Dr. Ross is presently the director of the Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology Center at Scripps Clinic in San Diego. He also served on the boards of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (president in 2008), the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Society for Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery. His special interests are fractional laser skin rejuvenation, photodynamic therapy, non-ablative skin remodeling, laser management of scars, laser treatment of acne, and laser hair reduction in dark skinned patients. He is the author of over 100 articles and nine book chapters. Presently, Dr. Ross is investigating novel approaches in pigment quantification as well as conducting comparative trials of picosecond laser sources, novel RF technologies in skin rejuvenation, photon recycling, and laser assisted acne treatments.

Dr. Woraphong Manuskiatti is a Professor of Dermatology at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital of Mahidol University, Thailand where he has served on full-time staff since 1998. Along with his responsibilities in teaching medical students and Dermatology residents and seeing patients, Dr. Manuskiatti has conducted extensive research in the field of laser and energy-based devices (EBDs). In addition to having published over 100 original journal articles and 14 international book-chapters in the field of cutaneous laser surgery, he regularly lectures at and coordinates international conferences on skin laser surgery. Furthermore, he founded and directs the month-long Siriraj International Short Course, an innovative program aimed to educate dermatologists on basic and practical laser and EBD treatment techniques. Since 2005, over 180 physicians from Europe and the Asia-Pacific region have completed the course and brought the benefits of laser surgery in dermatology to new clinics and training hospitals around the world.

Dr. Sahar Ghannam, Consultant of Dermatology, Venereology, Cosmetic Dermatology and Laser since 1998. She is known for having performed dermatological services and cosmetic procedures in Kuwait since 1997 and in the gulf area since 2010.
Dr. Sahar Ghannam is also an Associate Professor of Dermatology & Venereology Alexandria University, Egypt.
She is the Immediate Past President of the International Society of Dermatologic surgery ISDS & Past President of the International Peeling Society IPS.
Dr. Ghannam is the secretary general of the Bio intelligent Agents & Exosomes (Biex) task force and on the Board of London Regenerative Instituite LRI . She is on the International Advisory Board of the 5CC meeting , On the organizing committee of Sharm Derma Meeting & On the Scientific committee of IMCAS Academy. She is an active member in many International Societies as AAD since 1987, EADV, ISD, ASDS, ESLD, DASIL, IACD and Honoree member of the Romanian Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Argentinian Society of Dermatologic Surgery. She is a reviewer for many International Journals and had published more than ten puplications and written books chapters in four books. A speaker in many International meetings such as Darmstadt Dermatological Surgery, ISDS, IMCAS, Coplasty, 5CC , DASIL , Sharm derm and Dubai Derm meetings.

Yasser Abo El-Ela Hamed. M.D. Consultant Dermatology, Cosmetology, Andrology and LASER Phototherapy.
5th of October 1966. Male.
Everyoung Skin Care Clinics 151 Merghany st., Heliopelis, Cairo, Egypt.
Cellular: 002 01001044462.
E-mail: lasercairo@yahoo.com
 MBBCh, Faculty of medicine Al-Azhar University 1990.
 MSc Dermatology, Andrology, STDs and male infertility 1994·
 PhD in the field of Dermatological laser therapy.
 M.D degree in Dermatology, Andrology, STDs & male infertility 2004.
 Participated in more than 100 international and national dermatological conference as a speaker or trainer.
 President of International Cosmetic Conference ICC 2018.
 Founder of International Cosmetic Conference in 2016.

• Laser & Non-coherent IPL therapy Pulsed dye 585nm, Diode 810 nm KTP 532 nm, Erbium:YAG, CO2, Long pulsed Nd:YAG, 1064 nm Alexandrite 755 nm, Q-switched Nd:YAG, Q-switched KTP, Q-switched Ruby and Excimer laser 308 nm (Several USA and European training courses & certificates – more than 25 years laser experience).
• BTX for scars
• Sclerotherapy.
• HA injection and tissue augmentation.
• Minor surgical skin techniques.
• Skin rejuvenation Ablative and non-ablative LASERs and EBDs.
• Different Fractional technology
• Non-surgical treatment for hair loss, Lipolysis, Cellulite and scars.
• PUVA, UVB and Narrow band UVB 311 nm.
• Excimer laser
• HIFU for skin rejuvenation & scars.
• Thread Non-surgical lifting.
• Skin boosters as Exosomes and HA for skin rejuvenation.
Research associate University of Minnesota, U.S.A. Electron microscope studying the effect of the coherent and non-coherent light upon the skin.
Several training courses
Filler injections Cadaveric courses in UK, Turkey,Dubai and Paris
Thread lifting Italy and France
Botox injections UK Istanbul and Paris.
Artificial Intelligence AI using Augmented Reality AR and Virtual Reality VR in medical field.

Dr. Madhuri Agarwal is a board certified dermatologist. With over 18 years of experience, she is a name to reckon with in the field of dermatology and aesthetics. An active trainer on the art and techniques of laser, facial rejuvenation, anti-aging and dermal fillers, she gets invited frequently as a panelist by prestigious dermatologist and plastic surgeon societies globally to share and showcase her key expertise on skin and hair care.

Dr. Chung earned her MD from Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea in 2001. She completed her residency and fellowship training in Dermatology at the same institution. Following that, she finished her post-doctoral research fellowship and residency in dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia. Later, in 2016, she completed her dermatopathology fellowship at Boston University, Boston.

Dr. Chung is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist, serving as the director of cosmetics and laser surgery, as well as the director of the Skin of Color/Asian Skin clinic at the Department of Dermatology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Her research primarily focuses on histology-based cosmetic procedures, laser therapy, scarring disorders, pigmentary disorders, Asian skin diseases, and Skin of Color.

Kentaro Oku, M.D.

Current Position: Founder and Medical Director of HILLS GRACE CLINIC

Education: Graduated from Fukushima Medical University

Specialization: Aesthetic dermatology using energy-based devices

Research Achievements: Published over 20 papers and textbooks on aesthetic dermatology, both internationally and domestically.

The Latest Article: 'Vectorized Facial Skin Tightening: A Study on the Thermal Thread Technique™ Utilizing Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam' was published in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.

Membership: Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and a member of the Japanese Dermatological Association and the Japanese Society for Aesthetic Dermatology.

Contact Information: kentaro.oku@hillsgrace.or.jp

Juanita J. Anders, Ph.D. is a Professor of Anatomy, Physiology and Genetics and Professor of Neuroscience, at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Professor Anders is an internationally recognized expert in Photobiomodulation research and has served as invited Chair and speaker globally. Her specialty is peripheral and central nervous system injury and repair mechanisms, and light tissue interactions. Dr. Anders received her Ph.D. in Anatomy from the University of Maryland Medical School then joined the National Institutes of Health in the Laboratory of Neuropathology and Neuroanatomical Sciences, NINDS. Currently she is funded by the Department of Defense to investigate the use Photobiomodulation Therapy as a non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical alternative for the management of neuropathic pain.

Professor Anders has served and continues to serve as a member of numerous state, national, and international scientific review panels including the National Institutes of Health, the Food and Drug Administration, Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs. She also serves on the Executive Councils and Scientific Advisory Boards of numerous international laser conferences. She is the past president of the North American Association of Laser Therapy, a founding member of the International Academy of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Past President of the American Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery and Past Director of the Optical Society of America Photobiomodulation Technical Group. She has recently been appointed as a board member of the International Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery and currently serves on the Advisory Board of the OSA Photobiomodulation Technical Group. She is a Senior Editor of Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, Associate Editor of Lasers in Medical Science, and Frontiers in Neuroscience (Neurogenesis) and on the editorial board of Physiotherapy Practice and Research and Laser Therapy. She has published over 70 peer reviewed articles.

Nashwa Cheema, Phd from University of Alberta in Physiology, Cell and Developmental Biology. Her research interest is in mitochondrial/ muscle biology. She is current s research fellow in Rox Anderson lab at Wellman Center for Photomedicine. Her researcf project is focused on near infra red light therapy in muscle performance.

Praveen R Arany, B.D.S., M.D.S., M.M.Sc., Ph.D.,
Associate Professor,
Oral Biology, Surgery & Biomedical Engineering,
University at Buffalo, Buffalo NY USA 14214.

Dr. Arany trained as a dentist, oral pathologist, and biomedical engineer. He served as an Assistant Clinical Investigator at NIDCR/NIH, Bethesda, from 2012 to 2015. He is currently an Associate Professor at the University at Buffalo, NY. He has over 125 scientific publications and received numerous awards, such as the National Institutes of Health Young Investigator, American Society for Lasers in Surgery and Medicine’s Horrace Furomoto, and Wound Healing Society’s Young Investigator award. He has been invited to speak in various national and international forums, reviews for over 75 scientific journals, serves on nine journal editorial boards, including associate editor in four, and reviews grants for national and international funding agencies. He is the immediate past-President of the World & North American Association for Photobiomodulation Therapy and Chair of PBM groups in SPIE and Optica (OSA). He has 6 patents, over 125 scientific publications with over 8000 citations, and an h-index of 35. His work has been featured in many mainstream media highlights in over 70 countries.

David M. Ozog, currently serves as Chair, Department of Dermatology and holds the C.S. Livingood Chair in Dermatology, at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. He is also an active Mohs surgeon and Director of Cosmetic Dermatology. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan where he was a James B. Angell 4.0 GPA Scholar, completed post baccalaureate work at Bryn Mawr in Philadelphia and his medical degree from University of Rochester Medical School, Rochester, New York, where he was awarded AOA honors society. He completed his dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, in Detroit, where he served as Chief Resident. His Mohs, Cosmetic and Procedural fellowship was with Dr. Ron Moy at UCLA Medical Center and Moy-Fincher Medical Group, in Beverly Hills, CA. He has published more than 90 articles and book chapters and has given hundreds of lectures nationally and internationally in various facets of procedural dermatology. His textbook, co-edited with Joel Cohen, Botulinum Toxins: Cosmetic and Clinical Applications, was published in 2017. Dr Ozog has directed sessions at the American Academy of Dermatology's annual meeting for several years. He was a member of the AAD coding committee, and he currently serves on the AAD Scientific Assembly Committee for a six-year term. He is scheduled to chair both Summer and Annual AAD meetings. He is also an editorial board member of JAMA Dermatology and an assistant editor of Dermatologic Surgery. His active research interests include cutaneous oncology, scarring prevention and treatment, botulinum toxins, as well as laser delivery for cosmetic and malignant conditions. He has trained more than 76 residents in dermatological surgery and was chosen by the residents as “Teacher of the Year.” Dr Ozog has taught hands on workshops nationally for the American Society for Dermatological Surgery, and he is co-director of the cadaver lab at Henry Ford. He enjoys biking and spending time with his wife Dawnmarie and their three children. Although his research group successfully pivoted to COVID work during the pandemic, he is thrilled to return to lasers and oncology, leaving spike proteins behind (hopefully forever).

Professor Xiuli Wang is the chief physician of Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, the doctoral tutor of Dermatology and Venereology of Tongji University. She is also the Board of Director of International Photodynamic Association (IPA), Chief Expert for Photodynamic Therapy Research Center of the Chinese Medical Association, and the Director of Institute of Photomedicine of Tongji University School of Medicine. She is honored with the State Council special allowance. Prof. Wang works in photodynamic therapy (PDT) for skin diseases for more than 30 years. She focuses on the expansion of indications, optimization of parameters, exploration of mechanisms, and the generalization of the PDT technology into the dermatology in China. By now, she had published more than 317 papers including 194 peer-reviewed English articles and led the development of 7 guidelines for skin diseases and PDT, formulating standard protocols and quality control scoring system of ALA-PDT for various skin diseases. As a principal investigator, Prof. Wang has held 23 grants including 5 Natural Science Foundation programs (NSFC). She won 10 national or provincial rewards in China and hosted 6 Shanghai International Photodynamic and Photomedicine Forum.

Education
M.D. in photodynamic medicine, University of Munich, Germany
Ph.D. in medicine, Fudan University, China

Positions
1.Professor, Tongji University School of Medicine
2.Senior visiting scholar, University of Munich, and Harvard University
3.Chief physician, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital
4.Chief expert, Photodynamic Therapy Research Center of the Chinese Medical Association
5.Director, Institute of Photomedicine, Tongji University School of Medicine
6.Chairman, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Dermatology
7.Member of IPA board of directors
8.Designate-chairman, Dermatology Branch of Shanghai Medical Association and Dermatology Branch of Shanghai Medical Doctor Association
9.Chairman, Skin Beauty Aesthetics Committee of Shanghai Women's Medical Association

Peiru Wang, MD
Institute of photomedicine, Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, University of Tongji, School of medicine
Peiru Wang is dermatologist in Shanghai Skin disease Hospital and associate Professor of Tongji University. Dr. Wang is engaged clinical transformation of photomedical technology and treatment and perform research on skin aging and skin cancer. Dr. Wang has published 38 peer-reviewd articles in English and 8 articles in Chinese about dermatology and ALA-PDT. Dr Wang is now involved in 8 academic projects including the Natural Science Foundation program (NSFC) and several clinical trials regarding skin diseases and cosmetics.

Dr. Munavalli is medical director and founder of Dermatology, Laser and Vein Specialists of the Carolinas in Charlotte, NC. He trained in Dermatology at Emory University School of Medicine and received board certified in 2002, and recertification in 2012 and 2022. He is dual board certified in Mohs Micrographic surgery.
Dr. Munavalli’s memberships and academic affiliations include:
Board certified and Fellow of American Academy of Dermatology
Board Certified and Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery
Fellow - American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Fellow - American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Academic affiliation - Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Wake Forest University Department of Dermatology
-Author of over 90 peer reviewed publications and has given over 275 lectures nationally and internationally.
Editorial Board of LSM Journal and Lasers in Medical Science
Board of Directors - Intersocietal Accreditation Commission

Thomas M. Beachkofsky, MD, FAAD is a Board-Certified Dermatologist (American Board of Dermatology) and serves as the Director of the Cutaneous Rehabilation Clinic at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, Florida. He received his undergraduate degree from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado and received his Medical Degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. Subsequently he completed his internship and residency in Dermatology in San Antonio, Texas all while serving on Active Duty as an Officer in the United States Air Force. During training he was inducted in the Alpha Omega Alpha national medical honors society and earned accolades as the distinguished graduate from his transitional internship and served as Chief Resident of his dermatology training program.

He is an experienced medical and procedural dermatologist as well as clinical researcher with extensive training and experience with the use of lasers, lights and energy-based devices. He is an internationally recognized expert and has lectured on the use of such devices around the world and published his work in multiple textbooks and over 35 peer reviewed journals articles. He is most well-known for his experience with the use of ablative lasers for the treatment of burns, scars and extensive sun damaged skin and currently operates 30+ devices in his clinic. He is passionate about the care of veterans, wounded warriors and amputees and in 2020 was awarded the Henry M. Jackson Foundation Hero of Military Medicine. His current research is focused on rehabilitating scars in the amputee population and restoring the form and function of aging skin.

Dr. Robert A. Weiss, MD, FAAD has served as President of three major dermatology and laser organizations and has served or is currently serving on Medical Advisory Boards of numerous companies in the aesthetic dermatology field. He is former Associate Professor of Dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and currently is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Maryland. His education included Columbia University, BA, Johns Hopkins U School of Medicine, MD and fellowship training in dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He also sought additional fellowship training at the National Institutes of Health, Immunology Division. Besides serving as President of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American College of Phlebology, he remains very active in teaching for ASDS, ASLMS, and the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Weiss has also served multiple years on the Board of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Weiss has been a featured speaker for the AAD, ASDS, and ASLMS for over 25 years, as well as speaking at many other national and international dermatology and cosmetic societies. He has received numerous international awards of recognition. A prolific author of over 150 peer reviewed articles and a dozen textbooks including “Vein Diagnosis & Treatment: A Comprehensive Approach,” published by McGraw-Hill, and “Cosmetic Dermatology.”
Dr. Weiss has also served on the American Board of Dermatology, preparing questions for board certification of dermatologists. He is currently Fellowship Director of the ASDS cosmetic fellowship and mentors dermatology fellows in lasers, filler, botulinums and advanced vein treatments at the Maryland Dermatology, Laser, Skin and Vein Institute in Baltimore. Dr. Weiss also holds multiple patents for medical devices and biotechnologies. His expertise on cosmetic dermatology innovations has led to his appearances on TV shows such as “20/20” and “The Today Show.” Dr. Weiss has served as Assistant and Contributing Editor for the journal Dermatologic Surgery and Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. Dr. Weiss’ actively researches novel lasers and light sources for the treatment of photoaging, vascular lesions, and pigmented lesions as well as fillers and botulinum toxins. He has helped to develop new methods of non-invasive varicose vein treatments, such as endovenous ablation to replace stripping, and assisted with research leading to FDA clearance of newest methods of reversing photoaging by lasers and light sources. Dr. Weiss is actively participating as Principle Investigator in phase II and phase III FDA clinical trials for botulinums, fillers, lasers, energy based devices and dermatologic conditions such as eczema and vitiligo. Dr. Weiss receives frequent media requests for his opinions on the newest cosmetic treatments and devices. He is currently Director of Maryland Dermatology, Laser, Skin & Vein Institute funded in 1991.

Dr. Swapnil Shah, MD
Important Achievements: Presented papers and conducted workshops in various national and International conferences. Presently in Private practice and working as a Professor and HOD , Department of dermatology in Ashwini rural Medical college, Solapur. Published papers and authored chapters in various text books. Coordinator IADVL SIG lasers and aesthetics Past VP Associattion of cutaneous surgeons of India. Past Academy chair, ACSI, India
Associate Editor , Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery.
Area of interest:
Lasers and EBD
Vitiligo Surgery
Regenerative Medicine
Clinical dermatology