http://www.iapam.com Aesthetic Medicine Training for Physicians - Botox training, Chemical Peels, Laser, IPL Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:59:47 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Aesthetic Medicine Symposium is designed to be the first step for physicians looking for the practical experience needed to open a medical spa or integrate aesthetics into their existing practice. This is the only program available that combines the business and clinical aspects of incorporating aesthetic medicine procedures into ... http://www.iapam.com/iapam-aesthetic-medicine-symposium.html The IAPAM has two different program for physician Botulinum Toxin (Botox®) and Dermal Filler training. If you do not have any, or very limited Botox injection experience, you should first attend the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium. If you some experience injecting botulinum toxin's (i.e. Botox® Cosmetic), and want more advanced Botox® and ... http://www.iapam.com/botoxtraining.html The IAPAM has two different program for physician Dermal Filler training. The Advanced Dermal Filler course requires the physician to have at least 6 months of filler injection experience. If you have some experienced injecting Botox Cosmetic® and dermal fillers, and want more training, the Botox/Filler Training Bootcamp is for ... http://www.iapam.com/advancedfillertraining.html Program Summary Presented by the IAPAM, the Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop will prepare you for all the steps needed to add aesthetic medicine to your practice. By utilizing our facilitator's experience, you will avoid some of the common pitfalls of the aesthetic industry. After completing this one day session, you will ... http://www.iapam.com/bootcamp.html Building on the success of its physician-lead Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums, the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) has now added a medical weight management component to its renowned educational series.  This new program will teach physicians how to incorporate a medical weight loss program into their practice or ... http://www.iapam.com/iapam-enhances-its-symposiums-with-the-addition-of-a-medical-weight-loss.html The IAPAM is always interested in sharing their knowledge and expertise on the aesthetic medicine and medical spa industries. All media inquiries should be directed to: Jeff Russell Executive-director ph: 1-800-219-5108 x705 or e-mail Please Visit our Press Release section for a listing of the IAPAM’s press releases. http://www.iapam.com/media-contact-information.html The MedSpa industry in the United States has experienced a growth rate of 133% in the past five years. Moreover, "as the current economic environment continues, the myriad of minimally invasive and less expensive procedures offered at Medical Spas, including Wellness Centers and Anti-Aging Clinics is expected to continue to ... http://www.iapam.com/iapam-endorses-comprehensive-aesthetic-training.html . The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's (ASAPS) recently released report, 2008 Statistics on Cosmetic Surgery, outlines that 8,491,861 non-surgical procedures were done in 2008. However, this is a reduction of 11.7% over last year, and interestingly the only three growth non-surgical procedures were Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiance) injections which was ... http://www.iapam.com/the-lipstick-effect-in-aesthetic-medicine-the-2008-asaps-statistics-support-the-notion-that-in-tough-economic-times-small-aesthetic-luxuries-are-in-demand.html From our double shot, extra hot, non-fat vanilla lattes to new under eye anti-puffiness serums, a jolt of caffeine has alluring qualities in making our lives more endurable. However, while there is significant study into many of the benefits of ingested caffeine, the jury is still out on the long-lasting ... http://www.iapam.com/the-latest-trend-the-use-of-caffeine-in-aesthetics.html There has been great discussion regarding the Board Certification of Aesthetic Medicine. Currently the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) does not offer a board certification in Aesthetic Medicine. The ABMS currently states that "antiaging is not a medical specialty," and therefore no association or organization can officially be offering ... http://www.iapam.com/board-certification-in-aesthetic-medicine-lacking.html