American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery The AACS is the home for physicians from all specialties for advancing skills in cosmetic surgery. For more information, visit www.cosmeticsurgery.org.

AACS is the leader in continuing medical education for all specialties of cosmetic surgery, providing fellowship training programs, live surgery workshops, medical symposiums and an annual scientific meeting. Most members of the AACS are board-certified cosmetic surgeons, dermatological surgeons, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, head and neck surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, obstetric-gynecologic surgeons, general surgeons and ophthalmic surgeons – all of whom specialize in cosmetic surgery. AACS is the organization that represents all cosmetic surgeons in the American Medical Association (AMA) through its seat in the AMA House of Delegates.

01/02/2026

↓ Innovation Meets Artistry

Dr. Emilio Justo is calling on physicians everywhere to join him at the 2026 AACS Annual Scientific Meeting in Tampa.

As a proud member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Justo emphasizes that this meeting is not limited to one specialty. Instead, it brings together dermatologists, ophthalmologists, ENT physicians, family practitioners, emergency physicians, and surgeons who share a curiosity for aesthetic medicine.

From oculoplastics and injectables to lasers and advanced cosmetic surgery techniques, attendees will experience high-level education paired with meaningful connections.

According to Dr. Justo, the AACS meeting is where collaboration fuels progress and where physicians elevate aesthetic care together.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

12/29/2025

↓ The Future of Injectables Starts Here

Dr. Peter Schmid invites colleagues to join him in Tampa, Florida, February 5-7, 2026, for the AACS Annual Meeting, where he will co-moderate the Art and Science of Injectables session.

This educational program will highlight cutting-edge injectable fillers, evolving technologies, and advanced techniques for facial rejuvenation—while emphasizing safety, complication management, and evidence-based practice in aesthetic medicine.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

12/26/2025

↓ Build the Brand Before It Builds You

Melani Morassutti, CCMA brings a powerful perspective on branding in cosmetic surgery to the Women in Cosmetic Surgery Breakfast Session at the AACS Annual Scientific Meeting.

As CEO of Estrada Media and Practice Manager of Slim Ink Cosmetic Surgery, she has built million-dollar brands across cosmetic surgery, wellness, and luxury service industries.

In this session, she shares the exact blueprint she used to help physicians move from invisible to iconic, building brands that are not only recognizable, but impossible to compete with.

This talk is designed for women in medicine who are launching, scaling, or reinventing their practices and want to create real demand, authority, and longevity in aesthetic medicine.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/featured-speakers/ (Link in Bio )

12/24/2025

↓ The Facelift Everyone’s Talking About

Dr. Alton Ingram is inviting surgeons to experience one of the most collaborative discussions in cosmetic surgery today.

As moderator of the facelift panel, he will lead a conversation that bridges specialties and showcases how modern facelift techniques evolved through shared expertise.

From the historical roots of plastic surgery in World War II to today’s multidisciplinary cosmetic surgery landscape, the panel highlights how different specialties contribute unique insights, from deep anatomical knowledge to advanced surgical refinements.

Attendees can expect a comprehensive look at the extended deep plane facelift and the innovations that shaped facial rejuvenation as we know it.

This is a session for anyone committed to elevating patient outcomes through continual learning.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

12/24/2025

↓ The Facelift Everyone’s Talking About

Dr. Alton Ingram is inviting surgeons to experience one of the most collaborative discussions in cosmetic surgery today.

As moderator of the facelift panel, he will lead a conversation that bridges specialties and showcases how modern facelift techniques evolved through shared expertise.

From the historical roots of plastic surgery in World War II to today’s multidisciplinary cosmetic surgery landscape, the panel highlights how different specialties contribute unique insights, from deep anatomical knowledge to advanced surgical refinements.

Attendees can expect a comprehensive look at the extended deep plane facelift and the innovations that shaped facial rejuvenation as we know it.

This is a session for anyone committed to elevating patient outcomes through continual learning.

Attend this year: https://bit.ly/4nhALXx

12/23/2025

↓ Skin Rejuvenation Is More Than Skin Deep

Dr. Sohelia Rostami invites colleagues to join her at the 2026 American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting, where she will moderate the skin rejuvenation session alongside Dr. Lisa Chipps.

The session will spotlight cutting-edge cosmetic surgery techniques and skin rejuvenation strategies designed to enhance outcomes while respecting natural aging.

With a carefully selected group of expert speakers, this discussion promises high-yield education for physicians across aesthetic disciplines.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

12/19/2025

↓ Some events change your career
(This is one of them)

Dr. Sacha Clark, a surgical fellow at Tulsa Surgical Arts, invites aesthetic physicians, cosmetic surgeons, and trainees to join the AACS Annual Scientific Meeting this February, in Tampa, Florida.

She underscores the event’s focus on advanced cosmetic surgery training, hands-on education, and collaboration with internationally recognized experts.

Topics span facial aesthetic surgery, body contouring, surgical techniques, and practice development, making it valuable for any clinician seeking growth in aesthetic medicine.

Dr. Clark notes that the meeting is more than a conference, it is a chance to expand knowledge, refine technique, and build a strong professional network.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

12/03/2025

↓ Register for Upcoming Rhinoplasty Cadaver Lab

Dr. Scott McCaskey, president-elect of the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery, joins Dr. Kevin Duplechain, course Co-Director for the AACS rhinoplasty cadaver lab pre-course in Tampa.

This pre-conference workshop features top rhinoplasty experts and covers foundational and advanced techniques, including:

- Preservation rhinoplasty

- Structured rhinoplasty

- Hybrid approaches

- Hands-on cadaver dissection

Dr. McCaskey highlights the simplicity and elegance of preservation techniques, while Dr. Duplechain emphasizes the value of hands-on learning for improving technical skill and clinical outcomes.

They encourage all cosmetic surgeons wanting to refine their rhinoplasty expertise to join them at the AACS Annual Meeting.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/rhinoplasty-cadaver-workshop/ (Link in Bio )

11/28/2025

↓ Attend Our Pre-Meeting Cadaver Workshop!

Dr. Angelo Cuzalina invites all cosmetic surgery professionals to the AACS Cadaver Lab this February 4th in Tampa, Florida. Designed specifically for hands-on learning, this session covers many of the most common, and most transformative, procedures in modern cosmetic surgery.

Participants will explore:

- BBL techniques with a strong emphasis on safety

- Formal butt lift procedures for massive weight loss patients

- Multiple tummy tuck approaches
& High-definition liposuction

- The newest technologies and modalities shaping today’s surgical landscape

Backed by a faculty of distinguished surgeons, this cadaver workshop helps practitioners understand not only how to perform procedures, but why specific techniques matter.

With an environment built for discovery and skill-building, every participant leaves with practical insights that directly enhance patient outcomes.

Dr. Cuzalina looks forward to seeing both new and experienced clinicians in Tampa for a dynamic session that blends education, mentorship, and hands-on mastery.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

11/24/2025

↓ Why do two patients heal differently after the same procedure?

Dr. Hamrah answers this question by reframing aging itself.

In his AACS presentation, he’ll discuss:

- Why aging should be treated as a chronic, manageable condition
- How biomarkers like hs-CRP and insulin resistance influence healing
- The impact of hormonal balance, especially post-menopause, on recovery
- His longevity facelift protocol, merging regenerative science with aesthetic artistry

Join Dr. Hamrah, Dr. Obagi, and Dr. Lee on hormones, skin health, and metabolic wound healing.

Together, they’re pioneering the future of cosmetic surgery, one rooted in longevity, not just aesthetics.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

11/20/2025

↓ Ready to raise some eyebrows?

Dr. Ehab Akkary is gearing up for the upcoming AACS Scientific Meeting, where he will co-moderate a session dedicated entirely to brow lifts and brow positioning.

For him, this meeting is more than an annual event — it’s a space where surgeons from around the world gather to exchange ideas, challenge old assumptions, and explore new developments in cosmetic surgery.

Each year brings fresh innovations, refined approaches, and advanced techniques that directly shape the quality of care surgeons bring to their patients.

This year’s brow session promises to be one of the most dynamic yet.

With expert speakers and diverse perspectives, participants will discover just how complex and transformative the brow area can be in facial aesthetics.

Dr. Akkary is looking forward to meeting colleagues, sharing insights, and raising a few eyebrows — literally and figuratively — in Tampa, Florida.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

11/17/2025

↓ Exploring Advancements in Genitourinary Aesthetic Surgery

At the AACS Annual Scientific Meeting, Dr. Marco Pelosi moderates a dynamic session highlighting the latest developments in ge***al cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Topics include:
- Hormone optimization with testosterone therapy
- Innovations in aesthetic vaginal laser treatments
- Reverse perineoplasty techniques
- Pe**le cosmetic surgery approaches for improved outcomes

This session showcases the depth of modern cosmetic surgery; balancing function, form, and patient well-being.

Attend this year: https://aacs2026.cosmeticsurgery.org/ (Link in Bio )

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