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Follow on Google News | IAPAM Announces Botox Training Program Tips for the New Aesthetic PhysicianBotox / Dysport injections are the most popular aesthetic medical procedure performed in the U.S. The IAPAM now offers doctors these tips in selecting a botox training program.
By: Jeff Russell, Executive Director, The IAPAM Comprehensive Curriculum Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Linder states, "when looking for a botox training program, one should look for a comprehensive curriculum that covers the entire procedure: from initial consultation through to satisfied patient. All training should include didactic as well as hands-on teaching methods." Hands-On Training in a Medical Facility Plastic surgeon, Dr. Marc Scheiner, applauds courses like the IAPAM's Botox / Dermal Filler Bootcamp, primarily because the IAPAM course ensures "that the physician injects over 10 live patients," which truly gives the "confidence necessary to begin immediately offering the procedure." Equally, training should be conducted medical facility, not a hotel conference room. The FDA explicitly recommends that "botulinum toxin products should be administered in an appropriate setting using sterile instruments. Malls, private homes, [and hotel rooms] are not medical environments and may be unsanitary." Product Awareness Similarly, courses, like the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium (http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com) ensure that registrants understand the medication and how it specifically works. Dr. Linder recommends that the training should teach "practitioners how to appropriately dilute the product and how to safely and effectively administer it. Training should provide an in-depth discussion of facial anatomy and how one evaluates muscle movements to decide on product placement. One must understand the details of how botox interacts with the muscles, as well as how to achieve beautiful aesthetic results by decreasing muscle contraction in a designed and organized fashion." "Effective programs should also offer training in how to handle any adverse events both from a medical standpoint as well as helping the patient to understand the situation. Marketing assistance is also very valuable and good training should discuss how to market your services," shares Dr. Linder. Qualified Instructors Another key element to an industry-leading botox training program is the training and experience of the instructors. Dermatologist and faculty member with the IAPAM, Dr. Toni Stockton recommends that the instructor must have experience with possible complications that might arise from the use of a specific product or from a discrete procedure. "Someone who is comfortable with dealing with a possible adverse event due to the procedure should be immediately available" at the training, reminds Dr. Stockton. She also suggests that attendees ensure that all instructors, program directors or speakers have qualifications and experience that can be confirmed. Dr. Stockton also comments that registrants "ensure that products or devices being demonstrated are FDA approved, are in good working order and are sourced from reliable manufacturers." About the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs) and doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs). Information about the association, or about physician training and certification, can be accessed through the IAPAM's website http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com/ Jeff Russell, Executive-Director International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) 1-800-219-5108 x705 e-mail: info@theiapam.com web: http://www.IAPAM.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine News: http://www.aestheticmedicinenews.com Watch a preview of IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium at http://www.youtube.com/ Watch a preview of the IAPAM's Botox Training Program at http://www.youtube.com/ Botox is a trademark of Allergan, Inc. Dysport is a trademark of Medicis, Inc. # # # About the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs) and doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs). For more information about the association or to register for training, please contact: Jeff Russell, Executive-Director International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) 1-800-219-5108 x705 e-mail: info@theiapam.com web: http://www.IAPAM.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine News: http://www.aestheticmedicinenews.com End
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