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Virtual Energy Device Master Class

Virtual Energy Device Master Class

Learn how energy devices can make a difference in your practice and in the lives of your patients. Recorded live from Medical Spa Show 2024, this online course takes you into the science of lasers and gives you a close-up look at treatments with three different energy devices.

This Virtual Energy Device course is approved for 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. See full CME information.

Streaming On-demand!

Agenda

  • Skin Revitalization and Anti-aging, Featuring IPL, 1927nm, RF MN, 1470, 10,600nm, 2940nm
    1 hour and 25 minutes | High level laser physics and science of each modality.
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
  • Acne Treatments Using Energy-based Devices, Featuring IPL and 1726nm
    30 minutes | Acne pathophysiology and laser physics.
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
  • Treating Scars and Stretch Marks with 1470nm, IPL, 2940nm, RF MN and CO2
    31 minutes | Pathophysiology of scars/stretch marks and the use of EBD to treat.
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
  • Treating Skin of Color Safely and Effectively with EBD, Featuring 1927nm,1479nm, RF microneedling
    29 minutes | Challenges and considerations in treating SOC.
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
  • Demo: Broadband Light Therapy (BBL)
    49 minutes
    Speakers: Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
  • Demo: 1927nm Fractionated Laser
    32 minutes
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN
  • Demo: RF Microneedling
    25 minutes
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP
  • Q&A and Wrap-up
    1 hour and 13 minutes
    Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN

Pricing

On-demand access lasts for six months from the date of first viewing.

Non-members

$599

Plus Members

$549

Basic Members

$399


Disclaimer

The techniques and procedures contained in this training may not be FDA approved use and may be considered “off label”. Additionally these treatments carry risks of serious complications even when performed correctly. While the goal of this training is to provide you with information in safely performing these procedures the information in this presentation alone does not authorize, certify, or confer the ability of anyone to perform these treatments, nor does it change any person’s professional scope of practice. Training and education requirements as well as the legal ability to perform treatments differs for each professional license level in every state. Therefore, it is each attendees’ responsibility to examine their individual professional situation, skill level, and scope of practice before choosing to 1) view this training, and 2) perform or implement any of the techniques or procedures covered in this course.

CME

·       Energy Device Master Class Enduring

·       July 29, 2024 – July 29, 2025

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“This activity is jointly provided by Global Education Group and American Med Spa Association.”

 

Target Audience

The educational design of this activity addresses the needs of physicians, radiologists, nurses, APRNs, Pas, and other professionals involved in the care of patients searching for non-invasive medical aesthetic treatments.

 

Statement of Need/Program Overview

Medical aesthetic professionals in the medical aesthetic field have demonstrated a high desire for in-depth technique discussions as a matter of providing updated techniques and procedures and implementing them in safe practices. Medical aesthetic professionals have asked for technique sessions describing the latest advances in the nonsurgical treatments to help them achieve higher standards and better results for their patients, as well as increasing safety and accuracy of injections.

 

Educational Objectives

After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

§  To explain the science of energy devices

§  define the terminology used in energy devices.

§  To operate the settings on a selection of energy devices

§  To explain the physics of energy devices, and selection of appropriate wavelengths for patient skin types and conditions.

§  To discuss the value of energy devices combined with other modalities in treating tattoo removal, acne reduction and acne scar treatment.

§  To provide live demonstrations of a selection of energy devices including CO2 Lasers and devices operating at wavelengths of between 755- 2940

 

Program Agenda

See agenda.

 

Physician Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Global Education Group (Global) and American Med Spa Association.  Global is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

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Physician Credit Designation

Global Education Group designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

 

ANCC accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

Global Contact Information

 

For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact Global at 303-395-1782 or cme@globaleducationgroup.com.

 

Instructions for Obtaining Credit

Once you've finished the course, log in to the AmSpa customer portal at account.americanmedspa.org to complete your evaluation and get your certificate.
1. Click "CME" in the left-hand menu (or the drop down menu on mobile.)
2. Click to the virtual education course you've completed.
3. Pass the Knowledge Check at a rate of 70% or higher.
4. Fill out the CME Evaluation Survey
Once these steps are completed your certificate will be instantly generated for immediate download. You'll be able to return to the customer portal to re-download at any time.

 

System Requirements for accessing the evaluation:

·       PC 1.4 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or faster processor (or equivalent) Windows 11,10, 8.1 (32-bit/64-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit) 512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)

·       Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or later, Windows Edge browser, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome

·       For HTML Client – Google Chrome (v70.0 & above), Mozilla Firefox (v65.0 & above), and Edge (v42.0 & above)

·       MAC 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo or faster processor 512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended) MAC OS X 10.12, 10.13 and 10.14 Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Google Chrome

·       For HTML Client – Google Chrome (v70.0 & above), Apple Safari (v12.0 & above), and Mozilla Firefox (v65.0 & above)

 

Fee Information& Refund/Cancellation Policy

·       All registration fees are in U.S. dollars. Registrations will NOT be processed without full payment. 

·       No refunds: all sales are final. In cases of emergency (as determined by AmSpa) that prevent you from attending the event, your AmSpa account can be credited the amount of your registration. This credit can be used toward any future AmSpa hosted event within one year of the date of the original registered event. Cancellations made less than 10 days prior to the event will be subject to a $150 fee per registrant. In the event AmSpa cancels the Medical Spa Show or experiences a force majeure event beyond AmSpa’s control that prohibits the event from taking place in any fashion, AmSpa may, at their sole discretion, issue refunds or credits to all attendees.

 

Disclosures of Relevant Financial Relationships

Global Education Group (Global) adheres to the policies and guidelines, including the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE, set forth to providers by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and all other professional organizations, as applicable, stating those activities where continuing education credits are awarded must be balanced, independent, objective, and scientifically rigorous. All persons in a position to control the content of an accredited continuing education program provided by Global are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company within the past 24 months to Global. All financial relationships reported are identified as relevant and mitigated by Global in accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE in advance of delivery of the activity to learners. The content of this activity was vetted by Global to assure objectivity and that the activity is free of commercial bias.

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

Faculty Disclosures:

Loretta Zanetti

Speakers' Bureau: Sciton, Inc.

Kristen Capo

Nothing to disclose

Erin Hennessey

Nothing to disclose

Taylor Siemens

Honoraria: Sciton, Inc., Alastin, Velez by Vesna

 

 

The planners and managers at Global Education Group have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

The planners and managers at American Med Spa Association have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

 

Disclosure of Unlabeled Use

This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. Global Education Group (Global) and American Med Spa Association do not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications. 

 

The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.

 

Disclaimer

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.

 

Kristen Capo

APRN

Erasable Med Spa & Aesthetics Institute

Kristen Capo, APRN, is co-owner of Erasable Med Spa & Aesthetics Institute in Tampa, Florida. She has been an aesthetic nurse practitioner for 15 years. Traveling nationally and internationally as an aesthetics and laser trainer, Capo continues to serve as a guest speaker for numerous medical conferences as well as ongoing trainings to other providers for lasers, injectables, and minimally invasive aesthetic procedures. She takes great pride in helping her patients achieve their desired beauty goals through an ongoing relationship, knowing that each person’s perception of their beauty enhances their mental and physical well-being and overall outlook on life.

Erin Hennessey

APRN, DNP

Blush Aesthetics

Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, worked for 12 years treating trauma and burn patients in the pediatric intensive care unit, which sparked her passion for and expertise in skin recovery and repair. She is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. A national trainer for MedAesthetics and a luminary for Sciton, Hennessey shares her expertise and techniques all over the United States. She is an active member of the Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, AmSpa, Sigma Theta Tau and the Dermatology Nurses Association.

Taylor Siemens

NP-C

Vitalyc & My Aesthetic Training

Taylor Siemens, NP-C, a board-certified nurse practitioner recognized by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, is a dynamic force in the world of aesthetic medicine. As the vice president of operations at Vitalyc Medspa and the founder of My Aesthetic Training, she seamlessly marries the expertise of a practitioner of medicine with that of a multi-site business operator. Siemens's journey into aesthetic medicine commenced as an operating room nurse specializing in facial plastic surgery. Through her diverse patient interactions, Taylor has honed a profound understanding of the aging process, fueling her skillset in crafting comprehensive, multi-modality treatment solutions that align seamlessly with patients' aesthetic objectives.

Loretta Zanetti

ARNP

Erasable Med Spa

Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, ARNP, is the founder and owner of Erasable Inc. Med Spa. She has eight years of aesthetic medicine experience specializing in laser and energy-based devices. She serves as a key opinion leader for Cutera and Sciton and is a speaker for numerous aesthetic medicine conferences. She has published articles on laser-based treatments in the Journal of Clinical Aesthetics and Dermatology and authored a chapter on laser tattoo removal in the Concise Textbook in Aesthetic Medicine and Cosmetic Surgery. Zanetti has served 18 years in the U.S. Army as a medical officer and holds the rank of lieutenant colonel.

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Skin Revitalization and Anti-Aging
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Open to view video. Skin Revitalization and Anti-aging, Featuring IPL, 1927nm, RF MN, 1470, 10,600nm, 2940nm. High level laser physics and science of each modality. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
Acne Treatments Using Energy-based Devices
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Open to view video. Acne Treatments Using Energy-based Devices, Featuring IPL and 1726nm. Acne pathophysiology and laser physics. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
Treating Scars and Stretch Marks
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Open to view video. Treating Scars and Stretch Marks with 1470nm, IPL, 2940nm, RF MN and CO2. Pathophysiology of scars/stretch marks and the use of EBD to treat. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
Treating Skin of Color Safely and Effectively
Open to view video.
Open to view video. Treating Skin of Color Safely and Effectively with EBD, Featuring 1927nm,1479nm, RF MN. Challenges and considerations in treating SOC. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
BBL Demonstration
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Open to view video. Speakers: Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
1927nm Fractionated Laser Demonstration
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Open to view video. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN
RF Microneedling Demonstration
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Open to view video. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP
Closing and Q&A
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Open to view video. Speakers: Kristen Capo, MSN, APRN, Erin Hennessey, APRN, DNP, Loretta Nguyen Zanetti, MSN, APRN, Taylor Siemens, MSN, APRN
CME Information
Click "Full CME Info" for the link to the knowledge check and evaluation survey.