Integrative Dermatology Symposium

Integrative Dermatology Certificate Program Intensives 

(Registered Students Only) Click here to learn more. 

Speaker: Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP

Description: As part of this program, we will consider microbiome imbalances observed in chronic inflammatory diseases and the potential impact of the microbiome on these diseases.

We will also discuss holistic care considerations to highlight the multiple factors that can affect the health and well-being of patients living with chronic inflammatory diseases.

Finally, we will explore patient care and outcomes in individual clinical care settings, highlighting best practices and other ways that management can make a positive impact.

Integrative Dermatology Certificate Program Intensives 

(Registered Students Only) Click here to learn more.  

Speaker:TBD

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Speaker: Sonal Choudhary, MD

Speaker: Steve Daveluy, MD 

Speaker: Sonal Choudhary, MD

Speaker: Steve Daveluy, MD 

Speaker: Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP

Description: Come learn more about how type 2 inflammation contributes to the clinical manifestations of type 2 inflammatory diseases and which cytokines play key roles in driving this activity.

Speaker: Jean McGee, MD PhD

Description: ‘Omics research is a powerful tool for the future of precision medicine. It can profile the entire molecular processes that contribute to the overall make-up of a person. As such, it can be leveraged, for example, to gain insight into which drug at what dose is most appropriate for a specific patient to improve his/her therapeutic outcome.During this session, participants will learn about how ‘omics research has advanced our current understanding of the interplay of skin, gut, and aging, and how, in the future, we can utilize ‘omics biomarkers to develop clinically meaningful interventions to improve human health.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Participants will define the use of ‘omics research in clinical medicine.
2. Participants will review how skin aging correlates with biological aging.
3. Participants will summarize the role of diet and probiotics in inflammatory skin diseases, the gut microbiome, and aging.
4. Participants will describe how oral antibiotics can induce sustained gut dysbiosis.

Speaker: James B. LaValle, RPh CCN

Description:
This presentation will look at the basics of metaflammation and its effects on skin health and aging. We will cover a systems biology approach to skin health including the effects of stress, GUT-Immune and GUT-skin imbalances and hormones. We will include a discussion of supplements that can be used to help support metaflammation in skin health and aging.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will discuss the systems biology of metaflammation and its effects on skin health and aging.
2. Participants will recall the GUT-Immune and GUT-Skin axes and their importance in skin health and aging.
3. Participants will apply the use of nutrients and botanicals as dietary supplements in support of healthy skin aging.

Speaker: Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP

Description: As interest in longevity has grown, there has been growing interest in using epigenetic markers to measure biological age. This lecture will discuss chronological age vs. biological age and the aging clocks that have been developed to predict age. The evidence for the use of these clocks will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Participants will define the background for the development of the aging clock.
2. Participants will evaluate the evidence for the use of different aging clocks and how lifestyle interventions impact them.
3. Participants will apply the use of aging clocks in the clinic setting.

Speaker: Hadar Lev-Tov, MD MAS

Description: Aging is a complex process that affects all organs. The skin has been studied for the impact of aging. How can those lessons help the dermatology practitioner in the clinic? in this lecture we will cover concepts in cutaneous aging and apply them to skin disease such as wound healing and other.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Participants will appraise data on the principles of cutaneous aging.
2. Participants will recall the basic principles of wound healing.
3. Participants will apply aging modulation principles to wound treatment.

Join us for a private event hosted at Choctaw Lounge. Located on the second level of Texas Live! overlooking Shift4 Arena, Choctaw Lounge is a one-of-a-kind, upscale experience.

Choctaw Lounge

Texas Live! – Level Two

1650 E. Randol Mill Road

Arlington, Texas 76011

Speaker: Patricia K. Farris MD

Description: While acne has long been viewed as a condition of the pilosebaceous unit, accumulating evidence indicates that it may also be a result of systemic factors driving inflammation. These drivers include stress, hormones, diet and metabolism, skin and gut microbiome, oxidative stress, and immune function. Considering these targets on a systems-wide level could provide new approaches in managing acne.

This product theater discusses the evidence supporting the role of the six factors in the development of acne. It also presents clinical results from the use of a novel nutraceutical which addresses these root causes in subjects with non-cystic acne. 

Product Theater Contents:

– The basic science supporting the systemic, multifactorial root causes of acne. 

– Clinical evidence of ingredients used to address the root causes of acne

– Clinical results on the use of a nutraceutical used to address non-cystic acne in adult subjects.

Speaker: Patricia Farris, MD FAAD

Description: Cosmeceuticals and topical skincare products are becoming a more important part of dermatologic therapy. In this session we will review the science behind skin products and how they can be used to address facial redness, hyperpigmentation and rejuvenate skin.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to select adjunct skincare that can be used to improve treatment outcomes.
2. Participants will be able to identify important cosmeceutical actives and their mechanism of action.
3. Participants will be able to explain how cosmeceuticals can be used to protect and repair aging skin.

Speaker: Apple Bodemer, MD

Description: This lecture will review how Advanced Glycation End products (AGE’s) develop, dietary sources of AGE’s and the role they play in skin aging.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to describe how AGE’s develop.
2. Participants will be able to list dietary sources that are rich in AGE’s.
3. Participants will be able to summarize the role AGE’s play in skin aging.

Speaker: Jason Derico, ND

Description: This presentation will explore the intersection of mental health and aesthetic/medical dermatology by delving into the symbiotic relationship between a person’s psychological well-being and their skin health. It will demonstrate the ways in which: dermatological conditions can negatively impact self-esteem, interventions can positively impact self-esteem, and providers can nurture emotional well-being for dermatological patients. This session not only enriches medical knowledge but also enhances practitioners’ understanding of the emotional intricacies tied to dermatological concerns. It will seek to foster expertise through a unique blend of aesthetics and medical dermatology and provide comprehensive insights for both professional development and patient-centered care.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will demonstrate the positive connections between mental health and dermatology/aesthetic medicine.
2. Participants will illustrate the negative connections between mental health and dermatology/aesthetic medicine.
3. Participants will assess what we, as providers, can do to reduce the mental health impact and improve the overall wellbeing of our patients. 

Speaker: Evangelos V Badiavas, MD PhD

Description: Overview of extracellular vesicles in dermatology.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will recall what extracellular vesicles are.
2. Participants will list the various particles that make up extracellular vesicles.
3. Participants will assess the impact of extracellular vesicles on health and medicine.

Speaker: Neal Bhatia, MD

Description: The integrative approaches to acne and rosacea go beyond management of inflammatory triggers and altering structure. The understanding of the connections between the gut and the skin, the balance of diet, stress, and lifestyle factors for these diseases, and the correlation to neuroendocrine influences will be discussed. In addition, a review of therapeutic approaches, combination oral and topical therapies, and exposure of myths and misconceptions will also be conducted.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will summarize the inflammatory mechanisms that build the clinical presentations of acne and rosacea in conjunction with other integrative approaches.
2. Participants will review current theories and objective data that support relationships between the skin and the GI tract and the potential diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
3. Participants will examine the current landscape of therapies that are approved and in research for treating acne and rosacea.
4. Participants will assess the updates on the risk of benzene degradation from benzoyl peroxide in lab conditions and the overall safety of treatment despite the onslaught of misinformation.

Speaker: Peter Lio, MD

Speaker: Katherine Varman, MD

Description: Sunscreen is only one way to protect the skin from sunlight. Broad-spectrum sunscreen is important to protect the skin from ultraviolet exposure, but it doesn’t improve the way the skin tolerates the light exposure it does receive. Other topical agents can reduce oxidative stress, suppress melanin production, improve DNA repair, and can mitigate signaling pathways that contribute to photoaging and photocarcinogenesis. Learn how other agents and natural extracts work independently and in combination with sunscreen products to protect the skin from the damaging effects of sunlight.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will review the effects of ultraviolet, visible and infrared light on the skin.
2. Participants will employ the tools available for demonstrating photoprotection.
3. Participants will discuss topical agents that protect the skin from sunlight in ways that are distinct from sunscreen.

Speaker: Michelle Jeffries, DO

Description: This presentation offers an in-depth exploration of cortisol’s multifaceted role in the human body, with a particular focus on its impact on skin health. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of cortisol production in the adrenal glands, its systemic effects on major body organs, and its specific influence on skin physiology. The talk will highlight the circadian rhythm of cortisol production and its implications for skin health and resilience. We will also examine the methodologies for measuring cortisol levels. The session concludes with a discussion on integrative approaches to manage cortisol imbalances, emphasizing dietary, lifestyle, and relaxation techniques.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will describe cortisol’s production, its systemic effects on the body, and its specific impact on skin health.
2. Participants will explain the circadian rhythm of cortisol production and its significance in skin health.
3. Participants will differentiate between saliva and blood testing for cortisol and interpret the implications of various cortisol level readings.

Speaker: Rubaina Dang, ND

Description: Hair loss can be a distressing experience, impacting individuals of all ages and genders. Hair loss can suggest an underlying medical condition, potential nutrient deficiencies or imbalances in the body. By addressing underlying factors that contribute to the aging process, a comprehensive understanding of how to support hair loss will be assessed. Attendees will gain insight into a balanced approach that goes beyond topical treatments, incorporating integrative approaches to optimize overall health while tackling the multifaceted nature of hair loss.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will list various factors that contribute to hair loss, including genetics, lifestyle choices, underlying health conditions, and the aging process.
2. Participants will demonstrate how assessment tools, including comprehensive health evaluations and laboratory testing, will be used to uncover the root causes of hair loss.
3. Participants will discuss supportive therapies that can target hair loss from an integrative approach.
4. Participants will analyze advanced ways to support hair loss from a healthy aging and integrative perspective.

Speaker: Michelle Tarbox, MD

Description: This lecture will discuss the holistic care of hair loss from a nutritional, psychosocial, and physiological perspective. Attendees should gain knowledge to help address hair loss concerns by treating the whole person.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will evaluate a patient presenting for hair loss in a holistic manner.
2. Participants will describe the impact of nutrition on hair loss.
3. Participants will identify behavioral modifications that can help support hair regrowth.
4. Participants will compare complementary medicine therapies in the treatment of hair loss.

Moderator: Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP

Panelists: Denine Rogers, MS RDN LD FAND; Kimber Dean; Rubaina Dang, ND

Description: Nutrition and diet are a central part of healthy aging. This integrative and interactive panel will featurea case-based discussion, a food preparation demo with tasting, and discussions of how to practically incorporate diet-based conversations into the clinical setting.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will discuss the role of nutrition in aging and the preferred ratios of macronutrients such as fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.
2. Participants will describe evidence-based recipes that can be shared with patients in the clinical setting.
3. Participants will evaluate the evidence for caloric restriction.

To start your day on the right note, rise with the sun and join our Yoga at Sunrise session on the West Terrace. This rejuvenating practice is designed to align your body and mind, preparing you for a day of insightful sessions and meaningful interactions. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this peaceful morning ritual will leave you feeling refreshed, focused, and ready to make the most of your conference experience. 

Speaker: Jackie Beiler DMSc., MPAS, PAC

Description: Please join Novartis for an informative program on the latest approved indication for COSENTYX® (secukinumab).

Speaker: Peter Lio, MD 

Description: A deep dive into all the new thinking, new therapies, and new treatment goals for itchy, inflammatory conditions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will discuss the effects of uncontrolled AD disease burden on various aspects of patient life.
2. Participants will outline aspects of guideline recommendations for the management of AD that may be less known to some clinicians.
3. Participants will describe the elements of dysbiosis of the skin that have been currently identified in AD and PN.
4. Participants will identify important features of treatment that will be most effective in the treatment of itch.

Speaker: Jason Hawkes, MD MS FAAD

Description: We are experiencing a translational revolution for many inflammatory skin diseases, led by a robust treatment armamentarium for psoriatic disease. Despite the high clinical efficacy and safety noted with many of these FDA-approved medications for psoriasis, significant clinical and research gaps exist for the management of this chronic condition. The need for improved and/or novel psoriasis therapies is warranted. The purpose of this session is to provide listeners with an update on recently approved medications and novel therapies in the development pipeline.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will recall the current psoriasis treatment landscape.
2. Participants will identify several important clinical gaps in the management of psoriatic disease.
3. Participants will summarize recently approved medications for psoriasis, as well as several novel therapies in development.

Speaker: Steven Daveluy, MD

Description: Biologics and JAK inhibitors have revolutionized the treatment of severe skin diseases, including psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo. We’ll discuss the latest evidence for biologics and JAK inhibitors in dermatology and how to incorporate them into integrative treatment plans to provide optimal outcomes for your patients.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will describe the mechanisms of action and differences in pharmacokinetics for biologics and JAK inhibitors.
2. Participants will appraise the evidence supporting biologics and JAK inhibitors in dermatology.
3. Participants will employ integrative principles to develop treatment plans that provide comprehensive care for patients on biologics and JAK inhibitors.

Speaker: James Del Rosso, DO

Speaker: George Han, MD PhD

Description: Recently, there have been many novel topical medications developed for the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases, including topical JAK inhibitors, phosphodiesterase inhibitors, and a topical aryl hydrocarbon agonist. This session will review the justification for these medications, mechanisms of action, and available data. Future prospects and other off-label uses of these topical medications will also be discussed, as they can add significantly to the dermatologist’s armamentarium against inflammatory skin conditions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will recall new topical treatments in inflammatory skin diseases.
2. Participants will differentiate between topical dermatologic treatments based on mechanism of action, efficacy, and indications.
3. Participants will demonstrate topical treatment regimens for inflammatory skin diseases using knowledge of mechanism of action and disease pathophysiology.

Speaker: Joseph Alban, DAc MS LAc

Description: The quest for a long, healthy life has been a cornerstone of Chinese medicine for millennia. This ancient pursuit, called “nurturing life” and “health preservation,” has laid the groundwork for a holistic understanding of longevity practices. These practices, encompassing diet, herbal medicine, acupuncture, and exercises like Qigong, have been traditionally used to enhance quality of life and prevent disease by strengthening the body’s Qi (energy) and blood as well as balance Yin and Yang. This talk will highlight specific therapies renowned for their TCM anti-aging properties as well as place the therapies in the context of contemporary age management science including affects on mTOR pathway, inflammaging, oxidative stress, and metabolism. We will examine these therapies through the combined perspectives of traditional Chinese medicine and modern physiological understanding of aging, offering a comprehensive view of how they contribute to anti-aging as well as healthy skin and hair.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will summarize Chinese medicine concepts in age management and skin health.
2. Participants will identify specific Chinese herbs and their applications in anti-aging skincare.
3. Participants will apply integrative practices into everyday life for health and longevity.

Speaker: Meena Julapalli, MD

Description: Having a visible skin difference can have profound impacts on physical, psycho-social, emotional, and spiritual health and well-being. It can affect self-esteem, self-image, self-confidence, and even lead to bullying, anxiety, and depression. This talk will explore how discovering, experiencing, cultivating, embracing, celebrating, and sharing joy can lead to improved quality of life, connection, empowerment, and advocacy for yourself and others.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will recall the impact of having a skin condition on physical, psycho-social, emotional, and spiritual health.
2. Participants will define what joy means to them and identify obstacles to joy.
3. Participants will express how cultivating joy can improve quality of life.
4. Participants will identify community resources to support their patients in their path to joy.
5. Participants will apply simple daily practices to create more joy in their lives and their patients’ lives.

Speaker: Philippe Humbert, MD PhD

Description: The purpose of true integrative medicine is to always seek the underlying disease pathology through detailed observation of the skin-gut-brain-liver-biome systems, and testing that can reveal hidden disease indicators. This talk will illustrate how the speaker’ synergistic specialties of dermatology, endocrinology, and internal medicine enable a new approach to delivering a full recovery to patients with seemingly incurable diseases.  Examples will be given of full resolution of dermatological presentations with parasitic root causes or recovery from limb paralysis through a non-declared gut disease.

Speaker: Joseph Alban, DAc MS LAc

Description: This session will explore the ancient practice of acupressure massage as a self-care tool to enhance digestion, boost circulation, and promote a state of calmness. Participants will learn how to locate and stimulate specific acupressure points on their own bodies, using techniques that can be easily integrated into daily routines. The session will combine practical demonstrations with the science behind acupressure and dao yin facial self massage, highlighting how these methods can help support overall well-being and balance the body’s energy flow.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify key acupressure points that are effective for improving digestion, enhancing circulation, and promoting a state of calmness.
2. Demonstrate self-care acupressure techniques and dao yin facial self massage that can be easily incorporated into daily wellness routines.
3. Review the physiological and energetic principles behind acupressure and its impact on the body’s systems.
4. Discuss how regular acupressure massage and dao yin exercises can contribute to long-term health and stress management.

Speaker: Emma Norton, ND IFMCP

Stress has a profound impact on our overall health, including our skin, mediated through imbalances in the brain-skin axis and the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of the relationship between stress, inflammatory skin disorders and accelerated aging.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the relationship between stress, accelerated aging and inflammatory skin disorders.
2. Demonstrate practical strategies to improve stress resilience.
3. Discuss how mindfulness strategies can be integrated into patient handouts and treatment plans.

Speakers: Cathy Favelle, LE, Mila Grass, AP LE LC, Aliesh Pierce, LE, Lashelle Ullie, CMA LE  

Description: Join us for an engaging demo with IECP director and board members on how to implement integrative esthetic techniques in the treatment room. This session will showcase practical, integrative esthetic modalities designed to enhance skin health and optimal aging. Attendees will observe and learn a variety of integrative techniques, including skin analysis, the use of Ayurvedic herbal poultices and masks, and marma point massage. The session will also explore the application of serums with Ayurvedic extracts using an O2 sprayer, as well as no needle mesotherapy for targeted skin rejuvenation. Expert estheticians will guide attendees through each step, offering insights into how to incorporate these integrative methods into their practice for enhanced treatment outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the skin analysis process and its relevance in developing the treatment plan
2. Review cleansing techniques from an integrative perspective.
3. Demonstrate the use of Ayurvedic principles into facial treatments using herbal poultices and Marma point massage.
4. Apply serums with Ayurvedic extracts and utilize O2 sprayers.
5. Review the application of no needle mesotherapy techniques for skin rejuvenation.

After a stimulating day of learning, unwind at the private evening reception hosted on the East Terrace of the Loews Arlington Hotel. As the sun begins to set, enjoy appetizers and refreshing beverages with new friends and colleagues. This reception provides the perfect opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations in a convivial atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your conference experience!

East Terrace

Loews Arlington Hotel – Level Three

888 Nolan Ryan Expy

Arlington, TX 76011 

To start your day on the right note, rise with the sun and join our Yoga at Sunrise session on the West Terrace. This rejuvenating practice is designed to align your body and mind, preparing you for a day of insightful sessions and meaningful interactions. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this peaceful morning ritual will leave you feeling refreshed, focused, and ready to make the most of your conference experience. 

Speakers: Raja Sivamani, ​M.D, MS, AP and Jason E. Hawkes,​ MD, MS

Description: ADVENT at IDS 2024: 

Join experts Dr(s) Raja Sivamani and Jason Hawkes at an educational symposium on diagnostic considerations for atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis and how clinical signs and itch in these diseases are impacted by type 2 inflammation.

Speaker: Robert Kirsner, MD

Description: This session will present a mechanistic and evidence-based approach to treating venous disease and venous leg ulcers in older individuals.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will identify individuals at risk for venous disease and ulcers.
2. Participants will explain the causes and mechanisms behind venous disease and venous ulcers.
3. Participants will employ an evidenced-based mechanistic approach to management.

Speaker: Rajani Katta, MD

Description: Allergic contact dermatitis of the face can be severe and distressing for individuals. This case-based session will review common presentations of facial contact dermatitis. Attendees will also learn to identify the common triggering allergens and sources of those allergens.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will identify the top allergens in North America responsible for facial contact dermatitis.
2. Participants will describe common presentations of facial contact dermatitis.
3. Participants will formulate an allergen avoidance plan.

Speaker: Carine Camara, LAc

Description: Join Carine Camara in exploring Facial Acupressure, a needle-free approach to skin rejuvenation and anti-aging, and discover how precise pressure on facial points enhances circulation and elasticity, promoting radiant skin. Carine’s presentation complements esthetician techniques, offering reduced puffiness, lymphatic drainage, and muscle relaxation. With an acupressure chart provided, attendees can integrate these points into massages. Carine demonstrates optimal hand techniques and gua sha tool usage for utilizing these points effectively. Uncover the power of gentle pressure for youthful skin in this insightful session, revitalizing the skin’s innate vitality.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Participants will define facial acupressure points and explore specific acupressure points on the face, comprehending their locations, indications, and significance in sculpting and lifting facial contours naturally. 
2. Participants will recall common pain acupressure points and identify acupressure points targeted for pain relief, specifically focusing on headache alleviation, addressing facial tension/pain, and easing neck/shoulder discomfort. 
3. Participants will apply an effective acupressure massage routine tailored for facial rejuvenation and review how to seamlessly incorporate these techniques into facial massages using both hand methods and gua sha tools for enhanced results and relaxation.

Speaker: Rubaina Dang, ND

Description: This presentation discusses the evidence supporting the role of the six factors in the development of acne. It also presents clinical results from the use of a novel nutraceutical which addresses these root causes in subjects with non-cystic acne and overall skin health.

Moderator: Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP
Panelists: DeJarra Sims, ND; Mila Grass, AP LE LC; Nikki Mann, LE;

Description: The partnership between professionals in different health fields is vital to providing optimal care. This discussion panel will focus on how estheticians and licensed medical practitioners (PAs, NPs, dermatologists) can work together to care for aesthetic related concerns. Topics such as synergistic education and treatments will be explored in the context of case based discussions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will differentiate the patient education and treatments provided by licensed practitioners (PAs, NPs, dermatologists) and estheticians.
2. Participants will identify synergistic treatment approaches that can help with common skin concerns such as wrinkles, melasma, and facial redness.
3. Participants will review how education can be delivered cohesively between different skin focused practitioners.

Speaker: Ben Johnson, MD

Biography: Ben Johnson, MD, is a physician, inventor, and entrepreneur who has spent the last 25 years dedicated to solving some of the world’s most challenging skin and health conditions. He holds multiple patents related to skincare and wellness as a result of his unparalleled research and philosophies pertaining to the skin-body connection. 

Johnson founded Osmosis with a revolutionary approach that is changing the direction of skin care away from excessive exfoliation and renewing the focus of dermal remodeling, barrier and DNA repair, and detoxification.  He has found that the skin and body are capable of healing themselves with the proper tools and the removal of toxic influences.

Description: Discover the cutting-edge skincare strategies and deep insights behind the patented formulas that are transforming skin health. Join Ben Johnson, MD, Founder & CEO of Osmosis, as he unravels the underlying causes of common skin conditions and reveals innovative approaches that create permanent, lasting results. In this exclusive session, learn how targeted solutions and holistic principles are modernizing skincare, offering a unique blend of science and wellness for healthy, renewed skin.

Speaker: Keira Barr, MD

Description: With nearly 90% of diseases linked to stress, you know how important it is for your patients/clients to manage stress, especially when they have chronic skin issues. But many individuals aren’t aware that their symptoms are due to stress-triggered biochemical responses that keeps their nervous system dysregulated and their bodies stuck in survival mode. This talk will teach you somatic nervous system healing tools and techniques to help them get unstuck and bring their body into a state of balance for optimal hormones, healing and health.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will recall the impact of chronic and traumatic stress on physical, psycho-social, emotional, and spiritual health.
2. Participants will express how regulating the nervous system can improve overall quality of life.
3. Participants will identify community resources that aid in nervous system healing for their patients/clients.
4. Participants will apply simple practices to regulate the nervous system in their lives and in the lives of their patients/clients. 
5. Participants will express how to help bring their patients/clients out of chronic stress responses and into a state of balance for optimal healing.

Speaker: Douglas Preston, LE

Description: Whether your focus is acne or age-management treatments, offering clients a thorough comedone extraction service will enhance their results and your business income. Learn how developing high-quality extraction ability can make your practice a standout among others in professional esthetics.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will recall why esthetics schools overlook extraction training.
2. Participants will define why comedone extraction is important in facial treatments.
3. Participants will identify what clients like and dislike in an extraction treatment.
4. Participants will illustrate how to introduce comedone extractions to clients.
5. Participants will demonstrate how to improve their comedone extraction skill.

Speaker: Arlene Strugar, PhD, PsyD, LE, ChT

Description: Peak Performance and Integrative Esthetics: Mastering Mind, Body, and Skin Health through Sports Psychology, Physical Exercise, and Cellular Wellness” explores the multifaceted approach to achieving peak physical and aesthetic health.

The session delves into how sports psychology principles can be leveraged to enhance mental resilience and performance, alongside an examination of the profound connections between brain, gut, and skin health facilitated by physical exercise and movement at the cellular level.

Participants will learn about the biochemical impacts of regular physical activity and how it supports vital body functions, including cognitive processes and digestive health. Additionally, the session covers the integration of nutritional science with exercise routines to bolster the gut microbiome, brain functionality, and skin vitality, providing a comprehensive approach to lifelong wellness and peak performance. Practical applications of these integrated health practices will also be discussed, offering attendees actionable strategies to implement in their daily lives and professional practices.

This session is designed for individuals who want to deepen their understanding of how various aspects of health, exercise, and psychology intersect to enhance overall well-being and performance.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Participants will list concepts of sports psychology and mental toughness in achieving peak performance and gain an in-depth understanding of how sports/exercise psychology principles can enhance mental toughness, focus, and resilience and how these psychological skills contribute to peak performance in daily life.
2. Participants will describe the brain, gut, and skin connection and examine how physical exercise and movement influence the health of the brain, gut, and skin at a cellular level, discussing the biochemical and physiological changes that occur and their implications for overall health and well-being.
3. Participants will analyze the impact of exercise on cellular health and body function. 
4. Participants will review the scientific mechanisms through which regular physical activity affects cellular functions across different systems, highlighting the benefits for cognitive function, digestive health, and skin vitality.
5. Participants will recall nutritional science and exercise for Optimal Health Outcomes: Explore how a balanced diet complements exercise routines to support the gut microbiome, enhance brain function, and maintain skin health, providing a holistic approach to physical and esthetic health.
6. Participants will apply integrated health practices for lifelong wellness and practical strategies for implementing an integrated health regimen that combines mindset, exercise, nutrition, and sports psychology to achieve and maintain peak physical performance and optimal skin health.