Happy Anniversary

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Happy Anniversary

w w w. a s l m s . o r g
The Official Newsletter of the Amer ican Societ y
for Laser Medicine and Surger y
Happy Anniversary
Message From The President • E. Duco Jansen, Ph.D.
What a great ASLMS Conference meeting we had in Phoenix
last month. I have been attending our Annual Conference for
over 20 years now and to paraphrase former president of the
IOC, Juan-Antonio Samaranch, who passed away the week
after our meeting “this was the best annual meeting ever.”
I want to thank Dr. Jennifer Barton and Dr. Matt Avram for
putting together a diverse and inspiring scientific program.
We celebrated the 30th anniversary of our Society and the 50th
anniversary of the invention of the laser. To commemorate
this watershed event in history, Dr. Charles Townes, one of the original inventors of the
maser that led to the laser, gave a truly inspiring keynote address.
As part of the year-long celebration that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the
laser invention, the Optical Society of America (OSA), SPIE (the International Society
for Optical Engineering) along with many other professional societies in the field of
optics and lasers, including ASLMS, has organized “LASERFEST” (http://www.laserfest.
org) with the goal of highlighting for the general public the history of the laser and its
impact on society, and the laser’s potential for the future.
June 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
Pg. 3 - Online courses
and Audio
presentations
Available
Pg. 4 - Parade of
Specialties
Pg. 15 - Research
Grant Award
Recipients
Pg. 16-20
- New members
Pg. 24- Important
Dates &
Deadlines
In this context, on April 28th, I joined Dr. Thomas Baer (Director of the Stanford
Photonics Center and past-president of the OSA) and Mr. Mike Rinn (VP &
Program Director of Boeing’s Airborne Laser Missile Defense Systems) to talk to the
Congressional R&D caucus about the impact of lasers in society during the “Forum
on Innovation: Technology, Lasers and Jobs”. In front of some 70 congressional staffers
and a few Representatives we highlighted the importance of funding for research, both
fundamental and applied, and the critical importance of educating a workforce that
can take these technologies to the next level. As Dr. Townes so elegantly stated, the
invention of the laser was a direct result of federal funding for fundamental research.
He and his colleagues were just trying to make a brighter microwave source and he
never anticipated all the applications, especially those in medicine, where lasers play
an essential role.
While the three speakers highlighted different aspects of the impact of lasers in our
society, there were remarkably similar themes that emerged and messages conveyed to
the congressional audience. Put in the context of Laser Medicine: 1) Basic science and
discovery is input of the pipeline – without this (and funding for it) the output of the
pipeline will dry up and innovation will stagnate; 2) The current model of translation
of bench research/clinical feasibility into commercial products that will be available
to physicians and patients is not working as well as it should; and 3) We must make
sure that we prepare a well-trained, multidisciplinary workforce (biological sciences,
physical sciences, engineering and medicine).
ASLMS thus had a unique opportunity to address a group of influential law makers and
staffers. While it is difficult to pinpoint what measurable outcome such activities have,
it is important to call attention to our mission and be visible.
The laser is 50 years young, has had a transformative effect on our lives and I firmly
believe that we have only just started to scratch the surface of what is possible, certainly
in the biomedical applications arena. Perhaps the most important lesson Dr. Townes
conveyed to us was to think outside the box and don’t believe it when others tell you
that something will never work or cannot be done.
ASLMS president, Dr. E.
Duco Jansen addressing
the Congressional R&D
caucus on Capitol Hill
(April 28, 2010).
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ASLMS Introduces Its New Online
eCademy courses.
From the Desk of the Secretary
J. Stuart Nelson, M.D., Ph.D.
A core strategy of the ASLMS strategic
plan is to expand the Society’s
educational services, including the
provision of easily accessed online
courses.
Primer”, and a 3 hour “Introduction
to Medical Lasers: And Other Energy
Based Systems” course. The Society
will also be including online basic
laser safety courses in the future.
On May 4, 2010 the ASLMS officially
opened its Professional Development
Institute eCademy online services.
ASLMS is developing
an online
Member Forum which will allow
ASLMS members to exchange
information
in
the
following
categories: Science/Research, Clinical
Applications, Safety, and Business/
Marketing.
Further information
regarding when the Forum will
be available to access will be
communicated.
As part of these services, ASLMS
currently is offering more than 40
online courses/sessions many of which
have been produced from the excellent
sessions which were provided at the
recent Annual Conference held April
14 – 18 in Phoenix, Arizona. The
majority of the current online courses
are available in synchronized audio
and PowerPoint for viewing online or
in convenient, portable MP3 format
for download. ASLMS members are
eligible to receive a special discount
for these digital offerings. If you did
not receive your registration discount
code, contact ASLMS by e-mail
[email protected] or log onto
the ASLMS Web site www.aslms.org,
click on Professional Development
Institute, ASLMS eCademy, and
ASLMS Conference Digital Medial for
Purchase.
Additional online courses will be made
available in the near future including
a six hour “Introduction to Lasers
While you are on the ASLMS Web site
check out the ten unique 3-4 minute
specialty eNews segments located
in the Professional Development
Institute which feature a cross-section
of laser experts, each discussing
the light based energy development
opportunities in their specialty area.
The Society is committed to increasing
the value of your membership
through its continued development as
an educational resource.
Missed a course or session at the
ASLMS 30th Annual Conference? It’s
not too late! ASLMS members and
Annual Conference attendees will
receive a reduced rate.
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The following sessions are available
for download through the ASLMS
eCademy at www.ecademy.org.
Courses available in synchronized
audio and PowerPoint slides:
• Fundamentals of Lasers in Health
Care
• Hair and Pigment Removal
• Laser Treatment of Vascular Lesions
• Resurfacing and Contouring
• Laser Treatment of Patients of Color
• Periorbital Therapies
•Technologies for Fat Related
Disorders
Available in convenient, portable MP3
format:
•Hundreds of basic and clinical
science presentations
•Plenary, breakout sessions, and
expert panels
• Nobel Laureate, Dr. Charles Townes,
speaking on “How Do New Things
Happen? Origins of the Laser”
•Keynote Speaker, Dr. Howard
Schlossberg from the United
States Air force Office of Scientific
Research, speaking on “A Personal
History of Lasers and Laser Based
Medicine.”
NEW Parade of Specialties
We hope you enjoy this new feature. If you have any suggestions for articles, please contact
Diane Dodds at the Central Office, [email protected].
Treatment of Basal Cell
Carcinomas with Pulsed
Dye Laser
of BCC also demonstrated the rich vascularity of BCC
with multiple telangiectatic blood vessels forming basketlike plexus interwoven throughout the tumor bed (3). By
specifically targeting the tumor vasculature using selective
vascular targeting lasers, we can potentially decrease BCC
tumor burden or even eliminate the BCC completely with
minimal or no damage to the surrounding cutaneous
structures.
Zeina Tannous, MD
Chief, Mohs/Dermatologic Surgery,
Boston VA Medical Center
We are currently investigating the use of the vascularspecific 595 nm pulsed dye laser (PDL) to selectively target
the BCC pathological blood vessels. PDL could potentially
act as a non-surgical treatment method of BCCs with lower
risks than those associated with surgery such as bleeding,
scarring and infection.
Dermatology Laser and Cosmetic
Center, Massachusetts General Hospital
Affiliate Faculty, Wellman Center for Photomedicine
Associate Program Director for Dermatopathology,
Department of Dermatology, Harvard Medical
School
We have recently published a study on the effect of 595
nm PDL on superficial and nodular BCCs (4). Twenty
biopsy-proven BCCs, 0.5 cm to 7 cms in diameter, received
4 PDL treatments at 2-week intervals. The treated area
was subsequently excised and evaluated histologically for
residual tumor several weeks later. Ninety two percent of
BCCs < 1.5 cm in diameter showed complete histologic
response to four PDL treatments. The histologic types of
the complete responders included superficial, nodular,
micronodular, and keratinizing. Furthermore, even
incompletely responding BCCs showed a significant
reduction in tumor burden after PDL treatment.
Assistant Professor in Dermatology, Harvard
Medical School
Boston, Massachusetts
Basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) are the most common cancer
in America. Around 1 million new cases are diagnosed
every year. BCCs usually result from chronic sun exposure
and frequently affect middle-aged and elderly individuals.
The most common locations are the face, ears and neck.
BCCs usually show slow progressive growth. However, they
can develop bleeding and ulceration and, if left untreated,
can result in extensive tissue destruction with invasion
of the muscle, cartilage, and bone in some cases. Mohs
micrographic surgery as well as excisional surgery are
the treatments of choice providing the highest cure rates.
Other treatment modalities include electrodessication
and curettage, cryotherapy, radiation therapy, topical
imiquimod, and photodynamic therapy.
We have recently completed a second study that evaluated
the response with up to 1.5 year follow up of BCCs treated
with PDL. The preliminary results were presented at the
annual 2010 ASLMS Annual Conference in Phoenix (5).
In conclusion, PDL can potentially offer an alternative
to conventional treatments for primary superficial and
nodular BCCs in low risk areas, in non-surgical candidates
and in basal cell carcinoma nevus syndrome. However,
more studies are needed to validate these results.
Non-selective ablative lasers have also been used to debulk
BCCs such as CO2 and Er:YAG lasers. These lasers may be
effective for superficial BCC and in patients with multiple
primary thin BCCs.
References:
1. Chen GS, Yu HS, Lan CC, Chow KC, Lin TY, Kok LF, Lu MP,
Liu CH, Wu MT. CXC chemokine receptor CXCR4 expression
enhances tumorigenesis and angiogenesis of basal cell carcinoma.
Br J Dermatol 2006;154(5):910– 918.
2. Gonzalez S and Tannous Z, Real-time, in vivo confocal reflectance
microscopy of basal cell carcinoma. JAAD 2002;47:869-74.
3. Grunt TW, Lametschwandtner A, Staindl O. The vascular pattern
of basal cell tumors: Light microscopy and scanning electron
microscopic study on vascular corrosion casts. Microvasc Res
1985;29(3):371–386.
4. Shah S, Konnikov N, Duncan LM & Tannous Z. Lasers in Surgery
and Medicine 41:417–422 (2009)
5. Tannous Z, Konnikov N, Jarell A. Response and one year follow
up of basal cell carcinomas treated with pulsed dye laser. Lasers in
Surgery and Medicine. 2010;42 (Supplement 22):37.
What about selective lasers to treat BCCs utilizing the
theory of selective photothermolysis?
Clinically, BCCs are characteristically associated with
prominent telangiectasias. BCCs utilize a specialized
tumor-associated microvasculature for their growth (1).
Furthermore, we have previously demonstrated in real
time the increased vascularity associated with BCC’s by
using in-vivo confocal microscopy (2) correlating very
well with routine histology. Scanning electron microscopy
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ASLMS Research…Can We Count on Your Support?
Last April at the Annual Conference, ASLMS awarded over
$260,000 to several scientists and medical researchers
who are working on important laser research projects that
may be applied someday to the medical and surgical care
of patients.
$25 - $99 Catalyst — A catalyst provokes change. Every
single dollar you contribute to the ASLMS Research
Program can have an immediate impact on the future of
laser surgery and medicine. Be a “Catalyst” and help us
“jump start” laser research by causing others to give.
Although the ASLMS Research Program is off to a fast
start, thanks to the Silent Auction and members of the
Industry Advisory Council and some generous funding
from individual members over the years, the need for more
research funds is becoming very apparent.
$100 - $499 Futurist — Our futures as medical
professionals, physicians and scientists will be shaped
in large part by new developments and opportunities
resulting from laser research. Become a “Futurist” and
help improve patient care for the next generation.
Why give?
$500 - $999 Explorer — Discoveries happen when
curiosity leads to action. ASLMS “Explorers” add vital
creative energy to science and are not afraid to venture
into unknown territory. Be an “Explorer” and help guide
ASLMS members with new ideas and new ways of thinking.
New applications in laser medicine and surgery can help
improve patient care while preserving jobs and expanding
opportunities for members. ASLMS is deeply committed
to funding research, but we will need more ongoing
membership support to make a bigger impact in the future.
$1000 - $2499 Innovator – Innovators are change
leaders. The development of new technologies advances
the biomedical applications of lasers and other related
technologies. As an ASLMS “Innovator”, you are receptive
to new ideas and technologies.
How much should I give?
Every dollar helps. Six donation levels were established
to help guide members who wish to give to the ASLMS
Research Fund. Please consider making a contribution
in the future at the level you desire. Your tax-deductible
contribution can be in the form of a check made payable to
the “ASLMS Research Fund” or you can make a convenient
on-line contribution anytime.
$2500 - $4999 Visionary —True leaders have the ability
to envision a better world and will motivate others to get
there. As a “Visionary,” your leadership in supporting laser
research will inspire others for many years to come.
$5000+ Luminary — There are those in our field with
truly revolutionary ideas, astounding insights into medical
applications for laser technology, and a rare ability to help
light the way for others. As an ASLMS “Luminary”, you’ll
be a shining example of the entrepreneurial and scientific
spirit that created this Society.
When we receive your contribution, we will recognize your
support on the Web site and in future communications. So
give some thought to making a tax-deductible contribution
before year end to the ASLMS Research Fund. Just imagine
how much funding would be available to advance laser
medicine research if every one of our members made a
contribution each year at one of the donation levels noted
here:
Henry H.L. Chan, M.D.
Member Since 1997
E. Duco Jansen, Ph.D.
President, Member Since 1995
“Having been involved in laser
research for over a decade, I know
the importance and difficulty in
securing research funding for
young investigators. As a long
standing ASLMS member, it is
my honor to support the ASLMS
research fund.”
“I contribute to the ASLMS
research fund because promoting
research excellence is one of the
core missions of the ASLMS.
Over the past two years, our
Society has committed over half
a million dollars to fund research
projects that will stimulate basic
discovery and applied clinical
research that will ultimately lead to new and important
light-based technologies in clinical practice. In today’s
funding climate, with NSF and NIH funding largely flat
or even decreasing, ASLMS has an important role to play.
I encourage all members to support this worthy cause.”
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Thank You!
We would like to thank the following
ASLMS members and staff who have
contributed to the Research Fund
as of February 4, 2010. Donating
to the Research Fund is easy! To
contribute, visit www.aslms.org,
click on “Membership Renewal” in
the Member Services area, complete
the form and submit. Add your name
along with your fellow colleagues
listed below by donating to the
research fund today! Your donation
is deductible under federal tax laws.
2010 Contributors
Luminary ($5,000+)
Visionary ($2,500 - $4,999)
R. Rox Anderson, M.D.
Innovator ($1,000 - $2,499)
Explorer ($500 - $999)
Karen Joos, M.D., Ph.D.
Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D.
Futurist ($100 - $499)
Alberto Blay, M.D.
Stephen Cannon, M.D.
Dianne Dalsky
Bronwen Darbonne
Ken Day, Ph.D.
Niteen Dhepe, M.D.
Richard Gregory, M.D.
Vadim Gurvits, D.O.
K. Russell Krausser, Ph.D.
Jean-Michel Mazer, M.D.
Normand Miller, M.D.
Henrico Mungcal, M.D.
Catalyst ($25 - $99 )
Umar Abello, M.D.
Maximilian Catenacci, M.D.
Natalie Gabinskiy, P.A.-C
Marylyn Hagerty, R.N., Ph.D.
Henrik Jensen
James Kobler, Ph.D.
Leonardo Longo, M.D.
Aaron Mayberry, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Michal Plechas, M.D.
Linda Rabinowitz, M.D.
Dolores Rhymer-Anderson, M.D.
Martha Rivero Sepulveda, M.D.
C. David Smith, M.D.
Tatjana Walser, M.D.
Patricia Wexler, M.D.
Michael White, M.D.
Dear ASLMS Members:
A milestone year is upon us – the 50th anniversary of
the demonstration of the first working laser. To mark this
momentous occasion in 2010, ASLMS has been asked to
take part in LaserFest, the celebration of this achievement.
LaserFest is designed to commemorate the accomplishments
of the laser as well as look to future applications of laser
technology. Through a series of programs and events, this
initiative will raise awareness of the widespread impact of
laser technology – from medicine to consumer electronics
and beyond – and reiterate its future potential. From
public “Laser Days” events and “LaserFest on the Road”
exhibitions to technical meeting debates, symposia and
demonstrations, LaserFest will engage the entire laser
community in recognizing the laser’s impact on our daily
lives.
As experts in laser medicine, LaserFest needs your
involvement to ensure that laser medicine is a part of this
celebration. Opportunities include grants for educational
outreach activities, potential media interviews and
numerous others. For more information and to get
involved, visit the LaserFest Web site and sign up under
“Join Us.”
As always, your input is welcome. If you have suggestions
for ways for ASLMS to participate and celebrate the 50th
anniversary of the laser, please send them our way!
Sincerely,
President
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In Memoriam
Plans for a New
Course…
Mark Your
Calendar
Michael S. Feld, Ph.D.
ASLMS Member since 1984, Dr. Michael Feld passed away
in April 2010. Dr. Feld was a professor at the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology. He directed the MIT George R. Harrison
Spectroscopy Laboratory since 1976, made fundamental
contributions in the field of laser science and later pioneered
devices for early cancer detection. Much of his research was
conducted at the MIT Laser Research Facility, the center for
physical science research using lasers and spectroscopy that he
founded in 1979.
ASLMS is currently in the process of planning a “Laser and
Related Technology Aesthetics” course to be conducted
November 6 and 7, 2010 at the Beckman Laser Institute in
Irvine, California.
John C. Fisher, Sc.D.
ASLMS Member since 1981, Dr. John Fisher passed away in
February 2010. He was a pioneer in the field, beginning his
nearly 35 year career in laser medicine with the CO2 Laser
Group of Cavitron Corporation in 1973, which included the
introduction in 1978 of the first commercially available laser
accessory ever to allow the CO2 laser to be used through a rigid
bronchoscope for ablation of lesions of the tracheobronchial
tree. As Director of Medical Development for the Lasersonics
Division, Dr. Fisher was responsible for the development of
new medical devices and accessories, as well as for clinical
studies of promising new applications of lasers and ultrasonic
surgical aspirators.
The purpose of this 12 hour course is to provide registrants
with specific laser aesthetic procedural information which will
improve their provision of light based and related technology
aesthetic services.
We are assembling an outstanding faculty for this course. Due
to the restricted class size, the all physician panel of expert
instructors will be able to provide personalized instruction
and be available to answer your individual questions.
Place the dates of November 6 and 7, 2010 on your calendar
and watch for more information about the complete
curriculum, faculty and registration procedures.
Both ASLMS members will be greatly missed. Their
contributions to the field of medical lasers will be remembered.
3 Easy Steps to Earn Reduced Dues for 2012!
2010 ASLMS Member-Get-A-Member Campaign
One member = $50
Two members = $100
Three members = $200
Four + members = $300
An electronic Member-Get-A-Member Program is available Step Two: Enter one or two names and e-mail addresses
on the ASLMS Web site. Just follow the three easy steps of colleagues whom you are acquainted with. When you
below and earn cash!
have filled in the necessary information, simply click on
the “SUBMIT” button. ASLMS will automatically send
Step One: Visit www.aslms.org, click on the side bar navi- a pre-produced e-mail message from you directly to the
gation submenu entitled “Member-Get-a-Member” in the person you’re inviting to join ASLMS.
Member Services area of the Web site. You must log in
using your Member I.D. number and your own personal When your colleague clicks on the link in the message
unique password.
received, he or she will go immediately to a special page on
the ASLMS Web site that quickly explains the benefits of
If you are pressed for time and prefer to not log in to ASLMS membership and provides a quick and easy on-line
the Member Services area of the Web site to refer your application process.
prospective member, click on the Member-Get-A-Member
link on the upper right hand corner of the main ASLMS Step Three: ASLMS will automatically record your referrals
Web page.
to ensure that you receive the appropriate reward through
the Member-Get-A-Member Program. No other forms
need to be filled out! But remember, each applicant has
to be approved by the ASLMS Board of Directors and pay
their membership dues for you to qualify for the reward.
It’s just that easy!
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Looking forward to the 2011
Annual Conference
Message from the 2011 Program Chair • Serge R. Mordon, Ph.D.
focused panel discussing SBIR grant opportunities will be
provided.
The 2010 ASLMS Annual
Conference was a tremendous
success with 352 scientific
abstracts presented, 20 courses, panels, and luncheons
held, and over 98% of the participants achieving their
attendance objectives. This success is due in great part to
the tireless efforts of the 2010 Annual Conference Program
Co-Chairs, Dr. Jennifer K. Barton and Dr. Mathew M.
Avram, ASLMS Past-President, Dr. R. Rox Anderson, the
ASLMS Board, as well as the faculty and the numerous
companies that support the work of the Society.
The strength of our Society is in the diversity of
our membership. In 2011, ASLMS will increase its
collaboration with other foreign medical laser societies
to attract our Asian, European and South-American
colleagues. Their experience will help to cross-pollinate
information and create new ideas.
As the premiere professional laser Society, thanks to a
multi-disciplinary, educational, non-commercial status,
ASLMS will continue to provide unbiased information
to its members. As the Program Chair for 2011, with the
support of the ASLMS President E. Duco Jansen, Ph.D.,
and the Annual Conference program committee, I am
committed to creating a unique and valuable event for all
members of our Society.
As the Program Chair for the 2011 Annual Conference
which will be held March 30 - April 3 in Grapevine,
Texas, I would like to thank and congratulate all those
who participated in the 2010 Annual Conference.
The evaluations and comments from the 2010 Annual
Conference are being analyzed and closely reviewed.
Additional comments or suggestions
from our members regarding ways to
make the 2011 Annual Conference in
Grapevine an even better experience
for all participants will be greatly
appreciated.
With the diversity of our membership,
that includes a variety of clinicians,
scientists,
nursing/allied
health
professionals,
engineers,
and
industry, the challenge is to make the
Annual Conference both clinically
relevant and scientifically exciting.
The 2011 conference aims to provide
to its members scientific and clinical
information
regarding
exciting
new developments in light-based
energy devices, optical diagnosis,
photodynamic therapy, etc.
Keynote speakers will be invited to
share with the audience the recent
light-technologies evolution. As
usual, the most challenging clinical
issues in our field will be addressed
by leading clinicians alongside
leading researchers. Introduced in
2010, a course for students, residents,
and fellows interested in developing
their grant-writing and collaborative
research skills, and an industry-
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ASLMS Annual Business Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Place:
April 17, 2010
11:30 a.m.
North Hall C, Phoenix Convention Center
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Dr. Anderson then asked for the Secretary’s report by Dr. J.
Stuart Nelson. Dr. Nelson reported that the membership was
4,297 by the end of December 2009 which is down slightly
from 2008 year end figures of 4,396. The Member-Get-aMember program has been very successful and continues
to be the greatest source of membership growth for the
Society. Dr. Nelson encouraged members to participate
and earn rewards while helping the Society grow. The
Annual Conference attendance in 2009 was 1,801 which
was down from the 2,535 attendance in 2008. This was
due largely to the economic turndown, people ,traveling
less, and attending fewer medical symposia. Abstracts for
2010 were also down about 10% which is again a reflection
of the economic downturn. Dr. Nelson commended Dr.
Anderson for encouraging all the Board members as well
as other members to donate to the Research Fund which
received $32,500 in 2009 as compared to $28,000 in 2008.
Dr. R. Rox Anderson, President of ASLMS, called the
meeting to order. Dr. Anderson declared a quorum
based on a survey of the membership in attendance. Dr.
Anderson asked for additions or changes to the agenda
for the meeting. There being none, Dr. Anderson asked
for approval of the minutes of the April 4, 2009, business
meeting. A motion was made to approve the minutes of
the last meeting, which was seconded and passed without
objection.
TREASURER’S REPORT
The President then asked for a report from the Treasurer,
Dr. George Hruza. Dr. Hruza reported that for 2009, the
ASLMS total assets were $3,260,249. Excess of revenues
over expenses ending in December 2009 was -$211,640,
but investment income of $558,585 resulted in a modest
net surplus of $346,945.
Dr. Nelson then presented Dr. Anderson with a plaque in
appreciating of his dedication and untiring and devoted
service as this year’s President.
ELECTION RESULTS
Dr. Anderson then announced the election results, which
are as follows:
Dr. Anderson introduced Dr. Mathew M. Avram, who will
assume position of Interim Treasurer since Dr. Hruza was
elected Vice President.
Vice President
• George J. Hruza, M.D., M.B.A.
Board Representative – Basic Science
• Serge Mordon, Ph.D.
Board Representative – Industrial/R&D
• James C. Hsia, Ph.D.
Board Representative – Laser Medicine
• Kristen M. Kelly, M.D.
Board Representative – Laser Safety
• Brian S. Biesman, M.D.
Board Representative – Laser Surgery
• Barry E. DiBernardo, M.D.
Nominating Committee
• Kenneth A. Arndt, M.D.
• Roy G. Geronemus, M.D.
• J. Stuart Nelson, M.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Anderson then introduced Dr. E. Duco Jansen,
incoming President of ASLMS. Dr. Jansen acknowledged
the great work accomplished by Dr. R. Rox Anderson
during his presidency. He stated that he will precede two
other notable Ph.D. Presidents, Dr. Michael Berns, and
Dr. Joseph T. Walsh. Dr. Jansen outlined his goals for
ASLMS in the coming year which included: continuing to
find ways to integrate technology development; expending
ASLMS educational portfolio, working with FDA in an
advisory role, research grant program, navigating the CME
minefield, and increasing international memberships. He
was pleased to announce that Dr. Serge Mordon will serve
as his 2011 Program Chair. “As we are heading into the
second half of the first century in which lasers have been
around…we’re just getting started and the future looks
bright.”
NEW BUSINESS
No new business to be addressed.
Dr. Jansen asked for a motion for adjournment. The
motion was made and seconded. All present were in favor
and the meeting adjourned.
Dr. Anderson presented a plaque to Dr. Brian Zelickson for
his exemplary service as Vice President.
Dr. Anderson presented plaques to Dr. Mathew M. Avram,
and Dr. Jennifer Barton for their exemplary service as
Program Co-Chairs.
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awarded:
Attend Annual Conference
2.0
Committee Participation
0.5
Publish Paper in Society’s Journal
1.0
Author/Co-Author Paper
Presented at Annual Conference
0.5
Serve as Faculty at
0.5
Society-Sponsored Course/CME Activities
Serve as Reviewer for
the Society’s Journal
Serve as Reviewer for Research Grant Applications
0.5
0.5
Other Activity Approved by the Board
(As determined)
Those Fellows who do not accumulate the
requisite points shall revert to Associate
Member status. Fellows will be renewed
every three years. Individuals who have
maintained active Fellow status for four
cycles (i.e. 12 years) are exempt from
the point system requirements and are
automatically renewed as Fellows upon
continued dues payments.
Important: Please notify the ASLMS
Central Office if you are currently 60+
years old as you are exempt from the point
system.
Governance Documents Available on
our Web site.
The ASLMS Code of Ethics, Bylaws, and
Administrative Regulations, are located in
the “Governance” section in the Member
Services area of the Web site. Login using
your Member I.D. number and password
to view the documents.
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Employment Listings
ASLMS Members are encouraged to post
approved employment advertisements
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on the Society’s Web site. We provide
this service as a benefit of membership at
no cost to our members. Please E-mail
your employment opportunities to Diane
Dodds, ([email protected]).
Jobs Wanted
ASLMS Members are encouraged to post
approved job wanted advertisements on
the Society’s Web site. We provide this
service as a benefit of membership at
no cost to our members. Please E-mail
your job search requests to Diane Dodds,
([email protected]).
Submit Your Preceptorship/Course
Listings for ASLMS Calendar of Events
Members are encouraged to submit
preceptorships and course/workshop
listings to the Central Office for publication
on the Society’s Web site. The ASLMS
receives a number of calls each year from
individuals requesting such information.
On-line Access to Lasers in Surgery and
Medicine
ASLMS members can access the journal,
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (LSM),
through the Society’s Web site at www.
aslms.org. The journal site is password
protected and on-line registration is
required. A Note of Interest - The publisher
of the ASLMS journal, Lasers in Surgery
and Medicine, Wiley, has announced they
will be transitioning from their current
Wiley Interscience web site to a new Wiley
Online Library. The transition will take
place on July 24th. Please watch our Web
site, www.aslms.org for details.
LSM Content Alert Messages
ASLMS Members will receive an E-mail
content alert notification when a new
issue of the LSM journal is released. Each
content alert message will contain the
highlights and a table of contents listing
the articles appearing in each issue. You
must provide us with your E-mail address
to be included in this mailing.
Board of Directors Disclosures Available
Upon Request
In order for the Society to further the
purpose for which it is organized and to
maintain its reputation for excellence, it
is important that Society decisions and
actions not be influenced unduly by any
special interests or individual members.
The Society depends upon its members
to shape its policies and the actions of
those organization policy makers must
not be inappropriately affected by outside
influences. Members of the ASLMS Board
of Directors are required to complete a
Disclosure of Interest Statement annually.
A list of board disclosures is posted in
the Member Services area “Governance”
section of the Web site.
Please Update Your Information
Please review your contact information
currently posted in the directory in the
Member Services area of the Society’s Web
site. To notify the Central Office of any
changes, complete the on-line Member
Profile form located in the Member
Services area. It is very important for you to
provide the Central Office with an E-mail
address, as the Society will continue to
expand the use of cost-effective electronic
communication.
Seeking Donations
If anyone has used lasers they would like
to donate for missionary projects, please
contact Dr. Richard Gregory at (407) 3034250.
If anyone has used lasers they would like
to donate, please contact Michele Kurucz
Peel with Geosyntec Consultants. See
www.geosyntec.com for information.
Cooperating Society Applications
The
ASLMS
reviews
cooperating
society applications from International
organizations twice a year. Cooperation
does not entail any financial commitment
for either organization. The application
deadlines are July 1 and February 1.
The ASLMS Board of Directors during
their February 10, 2010 board meeting,
approved the following two organizations
as Cooperating Societies.
LASERINNSBRUCK 2010, 3RD
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Location: Innsbruck, Austria
Date:
9/15/2010 – 9/18/2010
Phone:
+43 512 25 2010
Web site: www.laserinnsbruck.com
E-mail:[email protected]
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LASERS AND AESTHETIC MEDICINE
Location: Cannes, France
Date:
9/15/2011 – 9/17/2011
Phone:
+49 4241 93 32 49
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E-mail:[email protected]
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Newsletter Today!
The ASLMS Newsletter is published four
times a year and distributed to over 4,000
ASLMS Members, many of whom purchase
laser equipment and supplies. A sample
Newsletter is available to nonmembers
through our Web site. Our members
include practicing laser physicians and
surgeons, nurses, scientists, biomedical
engineers, biologists and product
development specialists. Advertising rates
are posted on the ASLMS Web site under
the “Industry” section. For additional
information, please contact Diane Dodds
([email protected]).
Future Newsletter Articles
The ASLMS Newsletter is published by the
ASLMS, 2100 Stewart Avenue, Suite 240,
Wausau, WI 54401, (715) 845-9283, Fax:
(715) 848-2493, E-mail: information@
aslms.org, www.aslms.org. If you would
like to contribute an article in future
issues of the Newsletter or if you have
any suggestions/comments, please contact
Diane Dodds ([email protected]).
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Web site Log-in Procedures for ASLMS
Members
When you click on any side bar navigation
directory in the Member Services area
of the Web site, you will be prompted
to enter your Member Identification
Number and password. If you forget your
password, you will be able to obtain your
Membership Identification Number and
unique password with an on-line reminder.
If you have any questions regarding the
log-in procedures, please send an E-mail
to [email protected].
Physician Locator Service
The ASLMS implemented a Physician
Locator Service on the ASLMS Web site.
Prospective patients can visit the Society’s
Web site and search for board certified
physicians via geographic area, city name,
board certified specialty or by zip code.
Coming soon – search by procedure.
If you are an ASLMS board certified
physician, we encourage you to submit to
the Central Office a list of special laser and
related technology procedures that you
currently perform. The special procedures
are viewable by the public on the Physician
Locator Service and allow members of the
public to make informed choices regarding
the medical care they are seeking.
To submit your list of special procedures,
log on using the Member Profile page
located in the Member Services area or by
e-mailing [email protected].
No Fee Web Links to Board Certified
Physician Members
The ASLMS is providing a free Web link
from the Physician Locator Service directly
to the ASLMS board certified member’s
practice Web site. Board certified members
can submit their Web site address on-line
using the Member Profile Page located in
the Member Services area of the Web site
or by e-mailing [email protected]
Research Grant Guidelines
The guidelines for research grants are
available on the ASLMS Web site www.
aslms.org.
Thank You!
The ASLMS would like to thank the following companies for exhibiting at our 30th
Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. We look forward to seeing you again at next
year’s Annual Conference in Texas.
Advalight
Fotona
Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc.
ADVANCE Newsmagazines
Hopewell Pharmacy
PatientNOW
Aerolase Aesthera Corporation
HOYA ConBio Medical Lasers
PCA SKIN
Aesthetic Marketing Concepts
Incredible Marketing
PhotoMedex
Aesthetic Practitioner News
Innovative Optics, Inc.
Photonics Media
Allergan
Inspiring Physicians
Pierre Fabre Dermo Cosmetique USA
Alma Lasers, Ltd.
INTERNATIONAL AESTHETIC AND LASER
Pioneer Optics Company
American Society for Laser Medicine and
Surgery
ASSOCIATION
PlasticSurgery.com
Iridex Corporation
Polymicro Technologies, a subsidiary of
Anthony Products / Gio Pelle
Laser Concepts
Avicenna Laser Technology, Inc.
Avo Photonics, Inc.
Laser Operations LLC / QPC Lasers
Quantel Derma GmbH
B&W Tek, Inc.
Laser Peripherals, LLC
Quantum Devices, Inc.
BIO JOUVANCE INC
Laser Scientific
Ra Medical Systems, Inc.
BTL Industries, Inc.
Lasering s.r.l.
Rejuva MD
Buffalo Filter
LASEROPTEK
Rockwell Laser Industries
Canfield Imaging Systems
Light Age, Inc.
Sandstone Medical Technologies
Care-Tech Laboratories, Inc.
LIGHTWAVE Technologies
Santa Barbara Medical Innovations
Colorescience Pro
LOCATEADOC.com/Mojo Interactive
Sciton, Inc.
CoolTouch Inc.
Lumenis, Inc.
Skin & Aging
Coversmatter, LLC
Lutronic Inc.
SkinMedica
CuraMedix
MasterPharm Compounding Pharmacy
Solta Medical | Thermage & Fraxel
Cutera
MD-Ware Software
Sound Surgical Technologies, LLC
Cynosure, Inc.
Medco Data, LLC
SPIE
DEKA Medical, Inc.
MedEsthetics Magazine
SSI Laser Engineering, Inc.
DermaNetwork.org
Medical Alliance Services
Stradis Healthcare
DERMASWEEP
Medicis Pharmaceuticals Corp.
Surgimedics
Directed Light, Inc.
MedNet Technologies, Inc.
Syneron Medical/Candela Corporation
Eclipsemed
MicroAire Surgical Instruments, LLC.
Syris Scientific
Edge Systems Corporation
MJD Patient Communications
The Aesthetic Guide
Eleme Medical
Moritex USA, Inc.
The Laser Network
Ellman International
National Biological Corporation
ThermoTek, Inc.
Elsevier Publishing
Neocutis, Inc.
Ulthera, Inc.
EltaMD Skincare
New Body Laser LLC
UltraShape NA Inc.
Encite
NexTech
Univet
Energist North America
NoIR Laser Company, LLC
Viora, Inc.
Enhanced Image Technologies
Obagi Medical Products
Yodle
Envy Medical
Oculo Plastik, Inc.
Zeltiq Aesthetics
Erchonia Medical
OFS - Fitel, LLC
Zimmer MedizinSystems
Focus Medical
Ophir-Spiricon, Inc.
FotoFinder Systems, Inc.
Optical Society of America
Molex, Inc.
- www.cosmeticlaserworld.com
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PSP: Plastic Surgery Practice
ASLMS 2010 Silent Auction
Thank you to the following winners of Silent Auction items at the 2010 ASLMS Annual Conference:
Deniz Akyurekli, M.D.
Richard Andrews, M.D.
Daniel Buscaglia, D.O., F.A.O.C.D.
Shirin Samimi-Fard, M.D.
Deb Farrell Zimmer
Kimberly Finder, M.D.
Rutledge Forney, M.D.
Howard Goldberg, M.D.
George Hruza, M.D., M.B.A.
Neel Kanase, M.D.
Ann Lott, M.D.
Dan Madsen
Kathy Malaney, M.D.
Dr. Matjaz Lukac
Romulo Mene
Mary Beth Mudd, M.D.
Lleana Perez-Quintairos, M.D.
Terry Pynes, M.D
Bruce Saal,M.D.
Valerie Schneider, M.D.
Kurt Schroeder
Ada Shepard, C.M.E.
Melissa Smith
Harue Suzuki, M.D.
2010 Silent Auction Drawing Winners.
The following individuals won $500
each at the Annual Conference:
Toni C. Stockton, M.D.
Phoenix, AZ
Tammy Heesakker
Boston, MA
Catherine A. Fisher, M.D.
Peoria, AZ
ASLMS would like to acknowledge and thank the following companies who donated items for the 30th
Annual Conference. Net proceeds from the Silent Auction supports research projects designed to foster the
development and use of lasers and other related technologies in medical and surgical applications.
Aesthetic VideoSourse
Alma Lasers, Ltd.
Bio Jouvance
Buffalo Filter
Candela Corporation
Canfield Imaging Systems
CoolTouch, Inc.
Cutera
Cynosure, Inc.
Eclipsemed, Ltd.
Eleme Medical
FotoFinder Systems, Inc.
Green Bay Packers
HOYA ConBio Medical Lasers
Incredible Marketing
Iridex Corporation
Lumenis, Inc.
MedEsthetics Magazine
MJD Patient Communications
Oculo-Plastik, Inc.
Osyris Medical
Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc.
PCA Skin
PhotoMedex
Quantum BioMedical, Inc.
Scition, Inc.
Solta Medical
Syris Scientific
THE Aesthetic Guide
Zeltiq Aesthetics
Zimmer MedizinSystems
The following members earned Member-Get-A-Member rewards:
Richard C. Agnew, M.D.
Tina S. Alster, M.D.
Richard V. Andrews, M.D.
Bahman Anvari, Ph.D.
Ashraf M. Badawi, M.B.B.Ch.
Roxana F. Barad, M.D.
Octavio E. Barrios, M.D.
Manraj S. Bath, D.M.D.
Eliot F. Battle, Jr., M.D.
Gary M. Beerman, P.A.-C., A.R.N.P.
Anthony V. Benedetto, D.O., F.A.C.P.
Brian S. Biesman, M.D.
Melissa A. Bogle, M.D.
Jacquelyn D. Bond, R.N., B.S.N.
Leyda E. Bowes, M.D.
Martin E. Braun, M.D.
Marina Buckley, M.D.
Gabriel Buendia, M.D.
A. Jay Burns, M.D.
Tamella Buss Cassis, M.D.
Alissandro R. Castillo, M.D., M.B.A.
Henry Hin Lee Chan, M.B.B.S., Ph.D.,
Mitchell C. Chasin, M.D.
Benton H. Chun, M.D.
Kendra A. Cole, M.D.
Deborah L. Collins, R.N.
Bette DeVito,
Christine C. Dierickx, M.D.
Jeffrey S. Dover, M.D.
Kristin B. Drolshagen, C.L.T., L.E.
Brian B. Dursteler, M.D.
Lawrence M. Elson
Trudy R. Fleming,
Paul M. Friedman, M.D.
Takahiro Fujimoto, M.D., Ph.D.
Dore J. Gilbert, M.D.
David J. Goldberg, M.D., J.D.
Mitchel P. Goldman, M.D.
Richard O. Gregory, M.D.
Laurie C. Grizzard, R.N.
Jack H. Gutman, D.O.
Katharina L. Hahn, M.D.
Elizabeth K. Hale, M.D.
Lornell E. Hansen, M.D.
Peggy S. Harless,
Cheryl D. Herndon, A.R.N.P.
Jeffrey A. Hunt, D.O.
Franco R. Jacome, M.D.
Faye M. Jenkins, R.N., B.S.N.
Clancy H. Johnson, M.D.
James R. Jordan, M.D.
Suzanne Kilmer, M.D.
Steve Kim,
Yelena Kipervas, D.O.
Marla Kristin Kragel, R.M.A.
Madeline C. Krauss, M.D.
Mark E. Krugman, M.D.
Peter Joseph Kruy, M.D.
Lupco Langov, M.D.
Raymond J. Lanzafame, M.D., M.B.A.
Sharyn A. Laughlin, M.D.
Jill E. Lezaic, D.O.
Edwin J. Lumley,
Lea A. Marlow, M.D.
Thomas O. McMeekin, M.D.
Roberto Kasuo Miyake, M.D., Ph.D.
Keith L. Mullowney,
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Kei Negishi, M.D.
Joseph Niamtu, III, D.M.D.
Guilherme O. Olsen de Almeida, M.D.
Anne L. Padbury, M.D.
David J. Pataca,
Jason N. Pozner, M.D.
L. Terry Pynes, M.D.
Dianne Quibell, M.D.
Bradley J. Renton, Ph.D.
Nathan Rosen, M.D.
E. Victor Ross, M.D.
Elizabeth F. Rostan, M.D.
Aura Ibeth Ruiz Rosas,
Olaf J. Rustad, M.D.
George J. Schmieder, D.O.
Darrell C. Simpson, B.Sc.H.
Kevin C. Smith, M.D., F.R.C.P.C.
Eric J. Song, M.B.B.S.
James M. Spencer, M.D.
Mario A. Trelles, M.D., Ph.D.
Chung-Jen Tseng, M.D.
James W. Tunnell, Ph.D.
Elizabeth VanderVeer, M.D.
David B. Vasily, M.D.
David M. Verebelyi, M.D.
Jill S. Waibel, M.D.
Robert A. Weiss, M.D.
George C. Wilson, M.D.
Fiona L. Wright, M.D.
Suzanne W. Yee, M.D.
Vassilia D. Young, M.D.
LaserInnsbruck 2010
advances and controversies
in laser and aesthetic surgery
3rd International Conference
September 15 - 18, 2010
International faculty
Workshops
Free Communications
CME Credits
Laserzentrum Innsbruck
Russe-Wilflingseder
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ASLMS 2010 Research Grant Recipients
The ASLMS supports research projects designed to foster
the development and use of lasers and other related
technologies in medical and surgical applications.
The primary purpose of the ASLMS Research Grant
Program is to conduct research which can be applied
to medical and surgical care of patients. Preference is
given to proposed research projects which have a direct
implication for medical or surgical applications. The 2010
ASLMS Research Grants were funded by net proceeds
received from the Silent Auction held at the 2009 Annual
Conference in National Harbor, Maryland; Industry
Advisory Council memberships; and member research
contributions.
Edward Wu, B.A., B.S.
University of California
Irvine, CA
Supporting ASLMS Member
Brian J.F. Wong, M.D., Ph.D.
“Laser Auricular Cartilage Reshaping with
Carbon Dioxide Spray Cooling”
Hypotheses/objectives are to identify optimal
parameters to perform LCR with CO2 in ex vivo
rabbit auricular tissue; to determine the effects of laser dosimetry and
CO2 cooling parameters on: 1) the spatial and temporal evolution of
surface temperature; 2) cartilage viability and mechanical behavior;
and 3) cutaneous and cartilaginous thermal injury; and to identify
and select candidate laser dosimetry and CO2 cooling parameters
for auricular reshaping in vivo and evaluate its long-term effects on
cartilage tissue.
2010 Student Research Grant Recipients
2010 Non-Student Research Grant Recipients
David Bennett, B.S., M.S.
Center for Advanced Surgical and Interventional
Technology (CASIT)
Los Angeles, CA
Eduardo H. Moriyama, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Ontario Cancer Institute
Toronto, Canada
James E. Boggan, M.D.
~ Recipient of ASLMS Funding in 2009 and
2010 ~
Warren S. Grundfest, M.D.
“Improvement of the Ablation Accuracy of
LASIK Using Continuous Terahertz Hydration
Monitoring”
The goal of this research is to demonstrate that hydration monitoring
by THz imaging can be used to provide corrective feedback to a clinical
excimer laser system in order to increase the ablation accuracy and
predictability.
“Novel Optical Probes for Image-Guided
Tumor Resection and Photodynamic Therapy Based on Glucose
Transporters”
Tumors often present a shift in metabolism to a less efficient glycolysis.
This has been employed diagnostically, using Fluorodeoxy-D-Glucose
Positron Emission Tomography (FDG-PET). We propose to synthesize
fluorescently-labeled deoxyglucose analogues (F*-DG), whose
potential usefulness is 2-fold. Firstly, they could provide high contrast
for fluorescence imaging, in particular to improve fluorescence image
guided resection (FGR) of tumors. FGR effectively ‘extends the
surgeon’s vision’, so that small amounts of residual tumor that are not
normally visible can be detected and removed. We will develop this
initially for brain tumors, building on previous work, but the concept
is widely applicable to any solid tumor that invades the normal host
tissue, such as oral tumors that will be a second target. Secondly, we
will test the performance of F*-DG probes as photodynamic sensitizers
to improve the effectiveness and selectivity of PDT in these tumors.
Tina S. Chen, M.D.
Irvine, CA
Christopher B. Zachary, M.B.B.S., F.R.C.P.
“Evaluation of Angiogenesis associated with
Laser Treatment of Cutaneous Vascular
Lesions”
The specific objective of this project is to
determine the presence of specific angiogenesis
mediators in cutaneous vascular lesions before and 4 days after laser
treatment. The long term goal is to inhibit production of these growth
factors in order to enhance treatment effects. This project has the
potential to significantly impact light-based therapeutics.
Martin Purschke, Ph.D.
Massachusetts General Hospital/Wellman
Center for Photomedicine
Boston, MA
Joshua E. Schoenly, B.Sc.
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
We would like to investigate the ATBE with
this grant proposal and divide the proposal
in two parts: The first part will focus on the
mechanism and selectivity of the ATBE by
confirming our preliminary data and hypothesis. The second part will
focus on in vivo the laser induced ATBE in 3D or skin models to prove
the relevance of the ATBE under more complex in vivo conditions
(presents of ROS, scavengers and other biomolecules). With the
knowledge of the research funded by this grant, we believe it will
help in the design of a new laser application for cancer therapy. Laser
treatment could be applied, combined or adjuvant to conventional
cancer therapies to increase the overall tumor regression. Furthermore,
the obtained data may also have profound impact on the treatment
paradigms for laser assisted cancer ablation, e.g. laser assisted thermal
therapy.
Raymond J. Lanzafame, M.D., M.B.A.
“Study of the Selective Ablating Mechanism for
Dental Calculus in the Near-Ultraviolet”
The goal of the proposed research is to
measure the selective removal rate (depth of
tissue removed per laser pulse) of supra- and
sub- gingival calculus in vitro at various laser
fluencies (J/cm2).
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Welcome New Members
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
welcomes these new members and is pleased to include them
in its growing network of extraordinary laser professionals.
Abdulrahman A.
Abdulrahman, M.D.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Jean J. Abitbol, M.D.
Paris, France
Abdulmajeed M. Alajlan, M.D.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Muneerah A. ALOtaibi, M.D.
Montreal, QC Canada
Philip Amatulle, M.D.
Lagrangeville, NY
Mamiev A. Ashir, M.D.
Shushari, Turkmenistan
Yaniris R. Avellanet, M.D.
Little Rock, AR
Baharak Bahmani
Riverside, CA
Mark A. Ballentyne, M.D.
Portsmouth, NH
Shabbir B. Bambot, Ph.D.
Norcross, GA
Kathryn D. Bauer, R.N.
Westminster, MD
Mary A. Beedle, N.P.
Chatsworth, CA
Emily K. Begley, ARNP
Middleburg, FL
Kristina K. Benedict
Highlands Ranch, CO
Bridget Burruano, P.A.
Williamsville, NY
Deana K. Benefield, R.N.
Birmingham, AL
Elizabeth F. Callahan, M.D.
University Park, FL
David B. Bennett
Los Angeles, CA
Scott B. Callahan, P.A.
Derby, CT
Rodney H. Berger, M.D.
Addison, IL
Phanor Calle, M.D.
Weston, FL
Marta Bermejo-Hahn, M.D.
Bogota, Cundinamarc Colombia
Gerardo W. Calleya, M.D.
Porto Alegre, RS Brazil
William L. Betts
Chandler, AZ
Stephanie A. Caradonna, M.D.
Osprey, FL
Alexandria V. Booth, M.D.
Burbank, CA
Doug C. Carrow
Kansas City, MO
Felix Bopp, M.D.
Metairie, LA
Jean D. Carruthers, M.D., FRCSC
Vancouver, BC Canada
Lori Brightman, M.D.
New York, NY
Maximilian Catenacci, M.D.
Rome, Italy
Jana D. Brown
Delta, BC Canada
Carolyn Catinazzo, L.P.N.
Boston, MA
Daniel M. Brudnak, M.D.
Gorman, TX
Calvin H. Chan, M.B.B.S.
Singapore
Gregory A. Buford, M.D.
Englewood, CO
Anup K. Chaudhry, M.D.
Marion, IL
Shannon L. Burdette, CRNP
Atlanta, GA
Ying Chee A. Chen
Hong Kong
Hollis Burggraf, M.D.
Glendale, AZ
Suet Fung Cheung, M.D.
Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C.
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John M. Childress, M.D.
Miami, FL
Carlos Julio Diaz Davila, M.D.
Bogota, Colombia
Therese F. Fletcher
Mornington, Victoria Australia
Vicki L. Childs, B.S.N., R.N.C.
College Station, TX
Jeffrey M. Dickens
Kennesaw, GA
Christine L. Forrest
Waycross, GA
Alice Chong, M.D.
Milbrae, CA
Natalia I. DiPaola, M.D.
Grand Rapids, MI
Marianna Fotiou, R.N.
Han Boom Chua, M.B.B.S.
Singapore
Linda H. Dixon, M.D.
Kailua, HI
Natalie Gabinskiy, P.A.-C.
Lock Haven, PA
Rita D. Collins, R.N., ACNP, FNP,
DCNP, BC
Texarkana, TX
Yan Duan, R.N.
Portland, OR
Julia B. Galanti, P.A.
Atlanta, GA
Bryan J. Dufrene, D.C.
Raceland, LA
Mohamed Hassanin Gamal
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Sasima Eimpunth, M.D.
Bangkoknoi, Bangkok Thailand
Cara B. Garretson, M.D.
Lincolnshire, IL
Patrick Emschwiller, M.D.
Paris, France
Deedra R. Garrison, P.A.
Maryville, TN
Irina Erenburg, Ph.D.
Boston, MA
Anne-Marie Garsaud, M.D., Ph.D.
Fort de France, Martinique France
Loai S. Fadil, M.B.Ch.B.
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
John H. Gergen, C.L.T., L.S.O.
Ely, NV
Barb L. Falkner, PharmD
Prince George, BC Canada
Lori A. Gergen, C.L.T., L.S.O.
Ely, NV
Catherine Ferguson, R.N.
Farideh Ghasemi, N.P.
Riverside , CA
Miguel E. Fernandez, L.S.O.
Phoenix, AZ
Kristel V. Gonzalez
San Jose, Costa Rica
Tito Javier Fernandez
Lima, Peru
Corinne J. Granger, M.D.
Asnieres, France
Sonia Feroz, M.D.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Angie M. Green
Elizabeth Figarola, C.C.E.
Miami, FL
Louis Grondin, M.D.
Calgary, AB Canada
Oscar J. Figarola, M.D.
Miami, FL
J. Rachel Gronke, M.B.B.S.
North Adelaide, South Australia
Beth M. Comeau, M.D.
Ellicott City, MD
Mandi D. Conway, M.D.
Sun City, AZ
Christine F. Cosgrove, N.P.
Garden City, NY
Carolyn J. Craft, R.N.
Richardson, TX
Sharon M. Craib
Carmel, IN
Maria Mercedes C. Cruz, M.D.
Pasig City, Manila Philippines
Miriam P. Cummings, M.D.
Phoenix, AZ
Elizabeth K. Dawes-Higgs,
M.B.B.S., Ph.D.
Northbridge, NSW Australia
Tami S. De Araujo, M.D.
Boca Raton, FL
Dominque Debray, M.D., Ph.D.
Paris, France
Niteen V. Dhepe, M.D.
Pune, Maharashtra India
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Lisa D. Grunebaum, M.D.
Miami, FL
Mark E. Johnson, M.D., Ph.D.
Kennewick, WA
Elaine F. Kung, M.D.
La Grange Park, IL
Tina A. Haggerty, R.N., C.L.T.
Fishersville, VA
Natalie A. Jones, P.A.-C.
Boston, MA
Chung Mee J. Lai
Richmond Hills, ON Canada
Shlomit Halachmi, M.D, Ph.D.
Herzelia, Israel
Cecil S. Joseph
Lowell, MA
Noemi D. Lairet, M.D.
Caracas, Miranda Venezuela
John P. Hamerly, M.D.
Lake Elmo, MN
Pierre R. Jouanny
Paris, France
Moshe Lapidoth, M.D., M.P.H.
Herzelia Pituch, Israel
Nada Hana, M.D.
Troy, MI
Seung Hoon Kang, Ph.D.
Seoul, Korea
Michael M. Law, M.D.
Raleigh, NC
Lori Haney, R.N., MEPC
Torrance, CA
Tariq Karim
London, United Kingdom
Bev T. Le Grice, R.N.
Auckland, New Zealand
Marie V. Hayag, M.D.
New York, NY
Ari T. Karppinen, M.D.
Lempaala, Finland
Kenneth Lee, M.B.B.S.
Singapore
Vanessa Ho, M.D.
Riverside, CA
Garo Kassabian, M.D.
Beverly Hills, CA
Stacey Lemire, P.A.-C.
Richland, WA
Kraig B. Hoffmann
Lyndhurst, OH
Dawn M. Keele, R.N.
Foristell, MO
Matthias Lenzner, Ph.D.
Tucson, AZ
Kimberly S. Hope, R.N.
Traverse City, MI
Arash Kimyai-Asadi, M.D.
Houston, TX
Eyal K. Levit, M.D.
Brooklyn, NY
Donald C. Ingle, M.D.
Arlington, TX
Linda M. Kinch, M.D.
Wellesley, MA
Dan Ting Liang
Richmond Hill, ON Canada
Yancey Ingram
Guthrie, OK
Kate Kirzinina, L.T.
Burnaby, BC Canada
Jennifer Y. Lin, M.D.
Boston, MA
Gail T. Jacoby, M.D.
San Carlos, CA
Elizabeth A. Knickmeyer
Palisades, CA
Silvia Lleal, M.D.
Tiana, Barcelona Spain
Sang-Jai Jang, M.D., Ph.D.
Seoul, South Korea
James B. Kobler, Ph.D.
Boston, MA
Alberto LopezAcosta, NCTMB
Coral Gables, FL
Raymond D. Jean, M.D.
Wyomissing, PA
Nataly Kolesnikova
Brooklyn, NY
Gerardo Lopez-Guerra, M.D.
Boston, MA
Aaron N. Johnson, ARNP
Kennewick, WA
Kevin Kremeyer, Ph.D.
Tucson, AZ
Chai Ling Low, M.B.B.S.
Singapore
Lora M. Johnson, L.T.
Springfield, IL
Hans R. Kuisle, M.D.
Boulder, CO
Stephanie M. Lyke, M.S.
Mesa, AZ
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Barbara A. Mack, M.D.
Pinehurst, NC
Kevin P. Moynihan
Wayland, MA
Joseph Ravid, M.D.
Bogalusa, LA
John Mah, M.D.
Prince George, BC Canada
Brittany L. Munson, L.T.
Tyler, TX
Adriana Reyna, P.A.-S.
Long Island City, NY
Alexander J. Makowski
Nashville, TN
Vaman J. Nathan, R.M.P.
Chennai, Tamilnadu India
Paul Rheault, M.D.
Sudbury, ON Canada
Ahmed Mami, M.D.
Cincinnati, OH
Elizabeth P. Newman
Pleasanton, CA
Gus Rhodes
San Antonio, TX
Dr. Ashir A. Mamiev
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Hung (Peter) T. Nguyen, M.B.B.S.
Campbelltown, NSW Australia
Pamela J. Richardson-Finley,
L.M.E., M.A.
Radford, VA
Michael K. Margolis, M.D.
Rochester Hills, MI
Gheorghe Nita, M.D.
Bucharest, Romania
Edmund J. Marroquin, M.D.
Mill Valley, CA
David No, M.D., Ph.D.
Folsom, CA
Daniel B. Masters
Nashville, TN
Joseph D. Ortiz, M.D.
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Philippines
Manuel Rodrigues
Lone Tree, CO
Marcos B. Paiva, M.D., Ph.D.
Los Angeles, CA
Ivan A. Rosales-Berber, M.D.
San Luis Potosi, LSP Mexico
Tapan Patel, M.B.B.S, M.R.C.P.
London, London United Kingdom
Jeannie M. Ross, R.N.
Amanda R. Pearce, L.P.N., C.L.T.
West Seneca, NY
Abishai T. Rumano, M.D., FAAFP
Danville, CA
Samuel N. Pearl, M.D.
Mountain View, CA
Gail B. Sachs, R.N. CCRN
Rancho Mirage, CA
Candace R. Pelfrey, C.L.T.
Clarksville, TN
Julie K. Salmon, M.D.
Scottsdale, AZ
Cynthia R. Ponichtera, R.N.
Saginaw, MI
Sherisse Santos-Nichol, R.N.
Jinze Qiu
Austin, TX
Martha R. Schmid, R.N.
Ardmore, PA
Suzanne M. Quardt, M.D.
Rancho Mirage, CA
Denice L. Schwind, P.A.-C.
Seattle, WA
Maria E. Quevedo, M.D.
Mission, TX
Deborah L. Seib, M.D.
Mississauga, ON Canada
Khaled Mawaheb, M.D.
Walnut, CA
Timothy J. McCarren, M.D.
Cincinnati, OH
Tara A. McGreevy-Dimitriou
Toronto, ON Canada
Lynne N. McKinnis, R.N.
Chico, CA
Monique R. Meinecke, R.N.
Terrytown, LA
Yonat Milstein
Tel Aviv, Israel
Hsieh Ming-Ling, Pharmacist
Taipei City, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Kevin Monahan, M.D.
Boca Raton, FL
John W. Morrison, D.M.D.
Moscow, ID
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Jeffrey T. Ricker
Kennesaw, GA
Arnold D.C. Rivera, M.D.
Derby, CT
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Kerry M. Shafran, M.D.
Charlotte, NC
Jose A. Tabush, M.D.
San Jose, Costa Rica
Jennifer M. Wallace, R.N., H.N.P.
Amherst, MA
Nancy A. Shehata, M.D.
Westmount, QC Canada
Snjezana A. Tairi
Malmo, Sweden
Jennifer Wasilenchuk
Katie S. Shoemaker, NCMA
Baton Rouge, LA
David Y.W. Tan, M.B.Ch.B.
Singapore
Elliot T. Weiss, M.D.
New York, NY
Peter R. Shumaker, M.D.
San Diego, CA
Andrew S. Thomas, Ph.D.
Nyack, NY
Philip S. Weiss, M.D.
Kenner, LA
Jennifer A. Siddons, A.R.N.P.
Osprey, FL
Dana L. Thompson
Anthem, AZ
Eugene Wexler, M.D.
New York, NY
Tuck Wah Siew, M.B.B.S.
Singapore
Emily P. Tierney, M.D.
Boston, MA
Patricia Wexler, M.D.
New York, NY
Judy L. Simmons, M.S., M.B.A.
Aurora, CO
Loris J. Torres, C.M.E.
Coral Gables, FL
Lucile E. White, M.D.
Pearland, TX
Linda Simonian, F.N.P.
Santa Ana, CA
Janice Towse
Peterborough, ON Canada
Nina Y. Wines, M.B.B.S.
Sydney, NSW Australia
Soheil Simzar, M.D.
Santa Monica, CA
Suzanne R. Trupin, M.D., FACOG
Champaign, IL
Kenneth G. Witte, M.S.
Brisbane, CA
Stephanie M. Singer, D.O.
Park City, UT
John H. Tu, M.D.
Rochester, NY
Lilly S. Wouters, M.D.
Calgary, AB
Ulla Soederberg, M.D.
Aarhus, Aarhus Denmark
Dr. Thomas K. Uhlig
Frederiksberg, Denmark
Edward C. Wu
Diamond Bar, CA
Zorica Spohr
Calgary, AB Canada
Michael A. Uro, D.P.M.
Sacramento, CA
Bruce Y. Yang
Irvine, CA
Courtney M. Staab, L.T.
Springfield, IL
Gert Van Gyseghem
Herzele, Belgium
Zamira Yanine, M.D.
Bogota, Cundinamarca Colombia
Hilla Steinberg, M.D.
New York, NY
Ashley A. Van Zetten, C.L.T.
Clive, IA
Jeremy Yeak
Tucson, AZ
Cynthia Stolovitz, M.D.
Montreal, QC Canada
Charlotte O. Vick, C.L.T.
Baton Rouge, LA
Andrea K. Young
New York, NY
Steven D. Sudbrink, D.M.D.
Ephrata, PA
Akhil Wadhera, M.D.
Fremont, CA
Ronald M. Young, M.D.
Calgary, AB Canada
Donghye Suh, M.D., Ph.D.
Seoul, Korea
Anna E. Walker, R.N.
Simpsonville, SC
Elham Zarnegar, P.A.
Danville, CA
Yang Sun, Ph.D.
Davis, CA
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Message from the 2010 Program Chairs
Mathew M. Avram, M.D., J.D. and Jennifer K. Barton, Ph.D.
2010 Annual Conference
Highlights
The ASLMS 30th Annual Conference was held April
14-18, 2010 in Phoenix, Arizona. The ASLMS received
384 abstract submissions and 352 were selected for
presentation.
Our Annual Conference is always exciting because of the
important science and significant new clinical applications
presented by the speakers. We strove to create an
innovative and stimulating program for all attendees
including physicians, nurses, scientists, engineers, and
industry representatives. This year the conference was
highlighted with presentations that documented new
techniques, protocols and laser systems. In addition,
to ensure a program which appealed to a diversity of
specialties, special sessions were added; a session devoted
to a problem-oriented approach to important research
and clinical questions in our field entitled “The Cutting
Edge: Case Studies and the Quest to Improve Treatment”,
highlights of the top five abstracts presented at the 2010
conferene, a new luncheon session focused on the primary
care physician’s perspective on laser treatment, and the
return of the Photodynamic Therapy luncheon. In order
to strengthen the strong tradition of research of ASLMS,
a new session entitled “How to Apply for SBIR and
STTR Grants” was also offered. Also a Student/Post-Doc/
Resident Opportunities Course was presented for the first
time. Practitioners also had the opportunity to develop
in-depth knowledge of laser-based procedures through
courses taught by world-class experts.
Our Annual Conference provides an ideal venue to spur the
creativity of younger members in the Society. The Society
awarded 30 medical, graduate students and postdoctoral
fellows at this year’s Annual Conference with travel grants.
A special thank you to Dr. Howard Schlossberg, Program
Manager at the Air Force Office, of Scientific Research for
the grant to the Society to support graduate student and
post doctoral fellow attendance.
The exhibit hall offered the opportunity to bring
representatives of academia, industry and clinical practice
together. With over 1,900 attendees and 116 companies all
on the same floor, the conversations and debates continued
nonstop.
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leaders and educators in our field and will serve as a model
and cornerstone to future offerings for those new to laser
medicine.
Also in the exhibit hall the Society once again presented the
ePosters, a revolutionary, all-digital viewing system. The
ePoster format allowed 162 investigators to communicate
their data in a clear and concise manner without a great deal
of professional graphic help. The ePosters are available for
members to view through the Society’s Web site.
In addition to the Fundamentals of Lasers in Health Care
Course, intermediate and advanced course offerings were
held and included:
The ASLMS fifth annual Silent Auction raised $110,335.
All net proceeds will be used to support research in the
coming years.
• Nursing/Allied Health directed by Ms. Rebecca
Sprague and Ms. Krystie Lennox
• Resurfacing and Contouring directed by Drs. Roy
Geronemus and Paul Friedman
• Laser Treatment of Vascular Lesions directed by Drs.
Thomas Rohrer and Kenneth Arndt
• Hair and Pigment Removal directed by Drs. David
Goldberg and Henry H.L. Chan
• Laser Treatment of Patients of Color directed by Drs.
Murad Alam, Eliot F. Battle, Jr. and Jennifer Kim
• Complications, Controversies and Legal Issues
directed by Drs. Eric Bernstein and Melanie Grossman
• Clinicians, Basic Scientists and Industry: Provocative
Questions directed by Drs. Jeffrey Dover and E. Duco
Jansen
• Student/Post-Doc/Resident Opportunities directed by
Dr. Jennifer Barton
• Technologies for Fat Related Disorders directed by
Drs. Henry H.L. Chan and Mathew Avram
• Periorbital Therapies directed by Drs. Brian Biesman
and Howard Conn
• Photography, Treatment Documentation and Oversight
directed by Dr. George Hruza
• How to Use Optical Diagnostics in Clinical Laser
Medicine directed by Dr. Bernard Choi
We would like to recognize and thank all of the companies
for donating items for the auction
and Dr. Vic Narukar for chairing
this event. A special thank you
to our auctioneers, Dr. Narukar
and Dr. Ava Shamban for keeping
the auction exciting. A note
of special thanks to Dr. R. Rox
Anderson for offering his time as
one of the silent auction items.
We would also like to thank
the ASLMS Board Members
and Silent Auction Committee
members for their assistance in
recruiting items for the Silent Auction.
This year’s conference labored to keep the best of past
conferences while incorporating new educational
objectives, novel avenues of communication, and more
time for dialogue. Our Society has always worked to
promote education to the intermediate and advance
practitioner of laser medicine.
Seven expert luncheons were held and included:
• Primary Care Physician Perspective directed by Dr.
David Verebelyi
• My Approach to Fractional Resurfacing and
Resurfacing directed by Dr. Suzanne Kilmer
• My Approach to Skin Tightening Technologies
directed by Dr. Christine Dierickx
• Evidence-Based Laser Surgery: Optimizing Clinical
Outcomes directed by Dr. E. Victor Ross
• Non-Invasive and Invasive Fat Removal directed by
Dr. Robert Weiss
• Difficult Cases and Complications directed by Drs.
Jeffrey Dover and Jerome Garden
• Photodynamic Therapy directed by Dr. Arielle Kauvar
Two expert panels were conducted and included:
• Skin Rejuvenation directed by Dr. Kristen Kelly
• Evaluation and Treatment of Pediatric Lesions directed
by Dr. Jerome Garden
We updated our educational offering to provide those new
to our field of medicine with a comprehensive basic course
in laser medicine. The Fundamentals of Lasers in Health
Care Course directed by E. Victor Ross, M.D. included
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All of these individuals deserve great thanks from everyone
in the Society for the effort they put in to making this
year’s conference the best ever! Without their support,
enthusiasm, energy, and intellect, this conference would
not have been possible.
During the Plenary Session, Dr. R. Rox Anderson gave
his Presidential State of the Society highlighting his year
in office, which has led the Society in new and exciting
directions while adhering to the missions of its founders.
A special recognition award was presented to Dr. Charles
H. Townes, Nobel Laureate, for his insightful creation
of “optical masers” which is now the cornerstone of
medicine. Dr. Townes then presented a lecture entitled
“How Do New Things Happen? Origins of the Laser”
which was enjoyed by all.
A special session on, How to Apply for SBIR and STTR
Grants was directed by Drs. Kathleen McMillan and Greg
Spooner.
A number of Presidential Citations were awarded this year
recognizing individuals for dedicated service to the Society
and laser science and included:
Dialogue and critical discourse has always been our
favorite part of the investigative portion of this conference.
Most of the sections had ample time and opportunity to
facilitate discussion.
Mr. Richard Felten
Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick
Dr. Suzanne Kilmer
The educational and scientific sessions were well received
thanks to the hard work and expert preparation of the
faculty as well as questions and interactive comments
from attendees.
A number of individuals were selected to receive awards
which were based on their abstracts submitted to the
Annual Conference and included:
An outstanding group of section chairs reviewed and
selected the best abstracts for presentation at the Annual
Conference. At the Annual Conference, they continued
to work hard to ensure their sessions ran on time and
that the speakers provided appropriate disclosures of
interest to maintain our current CME accreditation by the
Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education.
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Jennifer Holtzman, Best Overall Basic Science Award
Elliot Weiss, Best Overall Clinical Science Award
Kay Ball, Best Clinical Nursing/Allied Health Award
Varun Pattani, Best Student/Resident Basic Science
Leonid Izikson, Best Student/Resident Cutaneous
Laser Surgery
• Charles Stoianovici, Best Student/Resident Dentistry/
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• John Nguyen, Best Student/Resident Surgical
Applications
The Section Chairs for the 2010 Annual Conference
included:
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Dr. Serge Mordon, Basic Science
Dr. J. Stuart Nelson, Basic Science
Dr. Gary Lask, Cutaneous Laser Surgery
Dr. Zeina Tannous, Cutaneous Laser Surgery
Dr. Brian Zelickson, Cutaneous Laser Surgery
Professeur Samir Nammour, Dentistry/Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Petra Wilder-Smith, Dentistry/Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Denise Zezell, Dentistry/Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgery
Dr. Juanita Anders, Photobiomodulation
Dr. Michael Hamblin, Photobiomodulation
Dr. Raymond Lanzafame, Surgical Applications
Dr. Inder Perkash, Surgical Applications
Dr. Emil Tanghetti, ePosters
Mr. Greg Absten, Exhibit Chair
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Dr. Serge Mordon will serve as the Program Chair for the
2011 Annual Conference to be held March 30 – April
3, 2011 at the Gaylord TexanTM Resort and Convention
Center in Grapevine, Texas. The abstract and travel
grant deadline is October 18, 2010. Be sure to mark your
calendars to submit your abstract for presentation at the
2011 Annual Conference.
Award lectureships were given by Dr. Henry H.L. Chan
as the recipient of the Ellet H. Drake Lectureship Award;
Dr. Brian Biesman as the recipient of the Leon Goldman
Memorial Award, and Dr. E. Victor Ross, as the recipient
of the Caroline and William Mark Memorial Award. Ms.
Krystie Lennox was the recipient of the Nursing/Allied
Health Excellence Award.
The keynote lecture was given by Dr. Howard Schlossberg
from the United States Air Force Office of Scientific
Research. His topic was “A Personal History of Lasers and
Laser Based Medicine.”
ASLMS Policy on
Mechanism to Identify and
Resolve Conflict of Interest
Important Dates
& Deadlines
2010 Member-Get-A-Member Program
August 1, 2009 – July 31, 2010
Membership Application Deadline
September 24, 2010
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery is
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education (ACCME). This accreditation is important
for our organization and members. To achieve and maintain
this accreditation, the ASLMS implemented a process for
meeting the ACCME’s Criteria for providing continuing
medical education at the highest standard.
As part of this process, every person who is in a position to
control the content of an ASLMS-sponsored education activity
must disclose all relevant financial relationships with any
commercial interests. If such a financial relationship presents
a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest,
the conflict will need to be resolved prior to continued
involvement. If a presenter declines to disclose relevant
financial relationships, they will be disqualified from being a
part of the planning and implementation of the CME activity.
International Cooperating Society
Application Deadline
July 1, 2010
2011 Board Nominations Deadline
September 15, 2010
2011 ASLMS Annual Conference
March 30 - April 3, 2011
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Grapevine, TX
Abstract & Travel Grant Deadline:
October 18, 2010
ASLMS Disclosure of Interest Guidelines
To comply with ACCME Standards as well as with FDA
regulations, the ASLMS requires:
• Written and verbal disclosure of financial interests or
benefits presenters received within the last 12 months, and
that no presentations are made with the appearance of a
conflict of interest. If any conflict develops from the time
presenters submit a disclosure form to the time of the CME
activity, they must notify the ASLMS in writing and disclose
the conflict.
• Written and verbal disclosure of any off-label uses of
drugs or devises.
FDA approval is specific regarding approved uses and labeling
of drugs and devises. The presenter must disclose whether
or not the device or treatment is approved by the FDA or
whether it is considered to be investigational. The presenter
must also fully disclose any off-label use of devices, drugs, or
other materials that constitute the subject of the presentation.
2011 Research Grant Deadline
January 11, 2011
2011 Dr. Horace Furumoto Innovations
Professional Development Award
January 31, 2011
April 18-22, 2012
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
Kissimmee, FL
April 3-7, 2013
Sheraton Boston Hotel/Hynes
Convention Center
Boston, MA
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New Product/Applications
The purpose of the New Product/Application section is to keep ASLMS Members informed of the latest
developments within the laser and other related technologies field. ASLMS Members, companies who
exhibited at the 2010 ASLMS Annual Conference and Members of the ASLMS Industry Advisory Council
are invited to post their new products. An application blank and submission guidelines are posted on the ASLMS Web site, www.
aslms.org under the “Industry” section.
LASER EQUIPMENT AND OTHER RELATED TECHNOLOGIES
Thermage CPT System by Solta Medical
Thermage uses monopolar capacitively coupled radiofrequency (RF) energy to tighten and contour skin. It
is a single treatment procedure with no injections, no surgery and no downtime. Superior results and greater
patient comfort are at the core of the new Thermage CPT system, which leverages proprietary comfort pulse
technology and a vibrating handpiece for more comfortable treatments. Data from Thermage’s clinical study
demonstrates that the Thermage CPT system heats four times more tissue to therapeutic temperatures than
current technologies.
Date FDA Cleared Product to Consumer: September 11, 2009
Solta Medical • www.solta.com • Telephone: 510-780-4761
SAFETY EQUIPMENT • RELATED TECHNOLOGIES
Accent Elite by Alma Lasers
The AccentELITE is for the noninvasive treatment of wrinkles, rhytides and temporary reduction in
the appearance of cellulite. Featuring a new intuitive graphical color touch screen interface with preprogrammed protocols for all body parts makes treatments easy to administer. Configurable with UniLarge,
BiPolar, and Uniform modules at an attractive price point.
Alma Lasers • www.almalasers.com • Telephone: 224-377-2178
NexTech Practice 2010 by NexTech Systems, Inc.
NexTech Practice 2010 is fully integrated EMR/EHR, Practice Management, and Marketing software designed
specifically for plastic surgeons, cosmetic medical practices, and medical spas. With a client base of over
2,500 physicians and 15,000 in staff worldwide, Practice 2010 is comprehensive, completely modular, and
CCHIT 08 certified.
NexTech Systems, Inc. • www.nextech.com • Telephone: 800-490-0821
Sculptor 3D by Canfield Imaging Systems
Sculptor 3D™ software provides photo-realistic, three dimensional simulations of the most widely requested
aesthetic procedures, including skin resurfacing and lipolysis. Sculptor begins with a high resolution
photograph of the patient taken with the VECTRA® 3D imaging system. Then using intuitive graphical
tools, the practitioner can quickly modify the image to simulate the desired post operative outcome.
Canfield Imaging Systems • www.canfieldsci.com • Telephone: 800-815-4330
Medical Laser Safety Officer Training by Laser Institute of America
Spend more time in the operating room, not in the classroom. At LIA we care about your laser safety
training as much as you care about your patients. LIA’s Medical Laser Safety Officer (MLSO) online course
was designed to meet the special needs of RN’s or supervisors, training coordinators, and other medical
professionals who have been appointed the critical responsibility of LSO.
Laser Institute of America • www.laserinstitute.org • Telephone: 407-380-1553
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Introducing Your 2010-2011 ASLMS
PRESIDENT
Vanderbilt University
VU Station B #351631
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Nashville, TN 37235
Phone: (615) 343-1911
E-Mail: [email protected]
INTERIM TREASURER
Mathew M. Avram, M.D., J.D.
MGH Dermatology Laser & Cosmetic
Center
50 Staniford Street
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 724-6960
VICE PRESIDENT
George J. Hruza, M.D., MBA
Laser & Dermatologic Surgery Center
1001 Chesterfield Parkway
Suite 101
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Phone: (314) 878-3839
BASIC SCIENCE
Serge R. Mordon, Ph.D.
Pavillon Vancostenobel
Lille University Hospital - CH&U
Lille 59037
France
Phone: 33 320 446 708
PAST PRESIDENT
Massachusetts General Hospital
Bartlett Extension-6
55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 726-6168
BASIC SCIENCE
Juanita J. Anders, Ph.D.
USUHS
4301 Jones Bridge Road
Department of Anatomy
Bethesda, MD 20814-4712
Phone: (301) 295-3203
E-mail: [email protected]
PRESIDENT-ELECT
Brian D. Zelickson, M.D.
Zel Skin & Laser Specialists
4100 W. 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
Phone: (952) 929-8888
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Guillermo Aguilar, Ph.D.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Suite A-309
Riverside, CA 92612
Phone: (951) 827-7717
SECRETARY
Beckman Laser Institute
1002 Health Sciences Road East
Irvine, CA 92612
Phone: (949) 824-7526
E-Mail:[email protected]
INDUSTRIAL/MARKETING
Robert E. Grove, Ph.D.
5880 West Las Positas Boulevard
Suite 52
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone: (925) 701-2549
HISTORIAN
Richard O. Gregory, M.D.
Celebration Health Institute of
Aesthetic Surgery
400 Celebration Place, Suite A320
Celebration, FL 34747
Phone: (407) 303-4250
[email protected]
INDUSTRIAL/R&D
James C. Hsia, Ph.D.
Candela Corporation
530 Boston Post Road
Wayland, MA 01778-1886
Phone: (508) 358-7637
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Board of Directors/Officers
LASER MEDICINE
Kristen M. Kelly, M.D.
Beckman Laser Institute & Med. Clinic
Irvine, CA 92617
Phone: (949) 824-7980
NURSING/ALLIED HEALTH
Patricia A. Owens, R.N.
PO Box 11939
Olympia, WA 98508-1939
Phone: (360) 438-2283
Email:[email protected]
LASER MEDICINE
Robert A. Weiss, M.D.
MD Laser Skin & Vein Institute
54 Scott Adam Road
Suite 301
Hunt Valley, MD 21030-3360
Phone: (410) 666-3960
DIRECTOR OF CONTINUING MEDICAL
EDUCATION
Raymond J. Lanzafame, M.D.
757 Titus Avenue
Rochester, NY 14617-3930
Phone: (585) 266-2150
LASER SAFETY
Brian S. Biesman, M.D.
Nashville Centre for Laser and Facial
Surgery
345 23rd Avenue North, Suite 416
Nashville, TN 37203-1632
Phone: (615) 329-1110
DIRECTOR OF SAFETY
David H. Sliney, Ph.D.
Consulting Medical Physicist
406 Streamside Drive
Fallston, MD 21047-2806
Phone: (443) 794-6577
LASER SURGERY
Elizabeth L. Tanzi, M.D.
WA Inst of Dermatologic Laser Surgery
1430 K Street NW
Floor 2
Washington, DC 20005-2525
Phone: (202) 785-8855
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Beckman Laser Institute
Irvine, CA 92612
Phone: (949) 824-7526
LASER SURGERY
Barry E. DiBernardo, M.D.
29 Park Street
Montclair, NJ 07042-3407
Phone: (973) 509-2000
LEGAL ADVISOR
David J. Goldberg, M.D., J.D.
Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of NY/NJ
105 Raider Boulevard, Suite 203
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Phone: (908) 359-8980
E-Mail:
[email protected]
LASER SURGERY
Jason N. Pozner, M.D.
4800 North Federal Highway
Suite C101
Boca Raton, FL 33431-5177
Phone: (561) 367-9101
DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT
COMMUNICATIONS AND EDUCATION
Massachusetts General Hospital
Bartlett Extension-6
55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 726-6168
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U.S. Postage
PAID
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Permit No. 77
2100 Stewart Avenue, Suite 240
Wausau, WI 54401
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The Vision of the American Society for Laser Medicine
and Surgery is to be the world’s preeminent resource for biomedical laser and
other related technologies, research, education, and clinical knowledge.
The Mission of the ASLMS
is to promote excellence in patient care by advancing biomedical application of
lasers and other related technologies world wide.
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VALUES
Excellence ~ The “sine qua non” of our existence.
Integrity ~ We advocate and emulate high ethical conduct in all we do.
Multidisciplinary ~ We advocate inclusion and embrace all specialties with whom we work and share
knowledge.
Leadership ~ We lead through example and recognize caring must be a cornerstone of our professional
and patient interactions.
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