Miami Cosmetic Surgery kicks off next week, and organizers continue to highlight the range of topics and speakers to be showcased at the multispecialty symposium. Registration remains open.
Get a Global Perspective. Learn about leading medical aesthetic practices, treatments and techniques around the world from the most impressive, internationally renowned faculty. This year MCS will kick off with “Cosmetic Surgery Beyond Borders: A Global Perspective of Beauty Ideals,” a Keynote Address that will reveal top beauty ideals that are globally influencing today’s aesthetic consumers. Faculty will explore the evolution of consumers’ acceptance of, and in some cases near obsession with, cosmetic surgery, making it more mainstream, as well as the “why” behind specific beauty ideals.
While more global insights can be gleaned throughout the entire program, specifically within the World Cup of Aesthetics session, a panel of accomplished aesthetic physicians from around the world square off for a friendly “competition”. They will examine and discuss cases, results, complications and treatment protocols in their regions of the world. Gain new ideas and insights from each panelist that might be applicable to your patients.
Meet the Next Generation of Leaders. The “vanguards” who are quickly achieving star status based on their exceptional contribution to the advancement of medical aesthetics will be introduced at MCS. Attend the Vanguard Voices session to hear refreshing, enlightening, innovative, and highly dynamic power talks covering cutting-edge topics in medical aesthetics.
“We give emerging talent a chance to shine outside of the traditional pathways and put the spotlight on them,” Dr. Saltz expressed. “Typically you need to publish, have connections, start under someone’s wing, and also get very lucky, before you get podium time. MCS recognizes that much can be lost that way, so we want to be different. Great concepts and techniques or new technology – we want you to present it if it is new and has solid supporting evidence.”
Just a Few More Fun, Engaging, Interactive Sessions. The MCS innovative learning and personal development experience includes Wine & Tell – a roundtable networking event; Wake up with Shino; Maverick Masterclasses, and so much more.
“We offer quality education but with a progressive, creative edge that enlightens our perspectives,” Dr. Dayan added. “Human interest is encouraged; for example, we have the Power Couples session, the Passion Project event and Roots and Wings, where seasoned physicians known for expertise in a specific area of aesthetics share how major events shaped who they are and what they have achieved. These are delivered in tandem with up-and coming physicians who report on the origin of a procedure. We get unscripted stories about stressors, obstacles and push-back that we all go through but don’t talk about,” Dr. Dayan shared.
Doris Day, MD, a dermatologist in New York City, N.Y., was part of the 2021 Power Couples segment with her husband, Michael Ghalili, DDS, a cosmetic dentist. She shared that “The human element of what we do and who we are often gets lost in the focus on the clinical. However, the philosophies and approaches of experienced aesthetic physicians can be just as important, or more so, than the mechanical ‘how to’ can be. Faculty can speak to all levels of the experience.”
Attendees can also level up with Maverick Masterclasses where deep-dive content is packed with actionable tips and insights that will make a huge impact on your practice. Introduced in 2020, the Maverick Awards celebrate the most progressive, innovative scientific presentations and content. This program has been overwhelmingly popular. This year, previous Maverick winners have been invited to give a Masterclass presentation. These Masterclasses will be technique focused and demonstration-based covering surgical or nonsurgical procedures and will be followed by a casual Fireside Chat. “During these one-on-one talks we sit down with the speaker after their presentations and ask the questions the audience really wants to know. We take the presenter deeper into their research, thoughts and practices,” Dr. Dayan shared.
Nominated as a Rising Star at MCS 2020, Dr. McGinniss started his participation at MCS as an attendee. In 2021 he was invited to join the MCS faculty, where he earned a Maverick Award. In 2022 he will participate in the Maverick Masterclass sessions. “When I first came to MCS, I really liked the unique concept of the Maverick award, where those in attendance chose what the best lectures were. It was an honor to actually win one my first time lecturing at MCS, giving me the opportunity to give a Masterclass lecture this time around, followed by a fireside chat. But as cool as it is to be involved, I just love the concept and how it generates excitement and engagement, crafting continuity from each MCS meeting to the next,” he expressed.
Content for your Specialty Only at MCS. MCS offers 18+ CME credits and features a lineup of specialized education geared toward your practice needs, including sessions dedicated to regenerative aesthetics, hair restoration, and genital health and aesthetics. In addition, face-focused cadaver anatomy sessions will provide you with a clearer and better understanding of what planes to target, which tissues and muscles are impacted, and what danger zones to avoid in surgical and nonsurgical treatments.
360° Networking. Meet with brilliant leaders from industry charting the course of medical aesthetics. Network with speakers, sponsors, and so many seasoned medical aesthetics professionals like yourself! Catch up with the old, and engage with your new friends, customers, vendors, and colleagues of tomorrow.
According to dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon Suneel Chilukuri, MD, medical director of Refresh Dermatology and MCS faculty member (Houston, Texas), “It is a no-holds barred event for more than just learning. In its brief history, MCS has established itself as bringing together true innovators in both surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic medicine and specialty markets such as regenerative medicine in a unique way.
Learn as a Team – Enhance and Refine Your Practice. The MCS conference is more powerful when you attend as a team. “MCS is inclusive so everyone can participate,” stated Dr. Dayan. “The word ‘surgery’ is in our title, but we embrace the nonsurgical, where much innovation is emerging. We choose abstracts that merge exciting, unconventional thinking with solid science.”
“There is no shortage of conferences where you can gain basic education on how to manage your practice,” noted Mark Tager, MD, CEO of ChangeWell, Inc. (San Diego, Calif.), and director of the Practice Management Track at MCS. “But MCS provides a hands-on and interactive experience. In addition to learning about process improvement, social media, marketing and sales, attendees will be able to participate in the large group networking, or break into small groups to go through simulations, or listen as we help them grow their practice.”
“When we attend a conference, we are looking for some technique or original approach that we can bring back to our practice and actually use,” Dr. McGinniss expressed. “MCS does more than that; it is uncommonly well-rounded with multiple perspectives. MCS presents us with information and ideals that can build us up in many ways, making us generally better at what we do.”
“Our goal at MCS is to offer an event that allows time to see friends and colleagues, obtain CME credits and discover a diverse range of innovative products and services. Excellent faculty, an innovative program and a beautiful setting like Miami Beach are a recipe for success!” Dr. Saltz emphasized. “Miami Cosmetic Surgery isn’t just a conference; it is a memorable experience that we believe can elevate the industry in unforeseen ways.”
