American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Hosts Annual Scientific Meeting in Grapevine, Texas, April 11-15, 2007.World's Foremost Laser Experts Convene to Present Groundbreaking Research, Clinical Applications and Technological Advances WAUSAU, Wis. -- Laser surgeons from around the world will gather in Grapevine, Texas Grapevine is a city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. As of the 2000 census the city population was 42,059, though the 2006 U.S. Census Bureau estimate puts the city's population at 48,583. , for the 27th annual scientific meeting of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS ASLMS American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery ASLMS Authorized Stockage List Mobility System (US Army) ASLMS Adaptive Signleast Mean Squares ) to share the latest advances and best practices in lasers and emerging technologies. A premier educational event, "LASER 2007" will be held from April 11-15, 2007, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. The unrivaled program offers a diverse line-up of educational forums and workshops presented by renowned experts in the fields of dermatology, plastic surgery, basic science, cardiology, urology urology Medical specialty dealing with the urinary system and male reproductive organs. It traces its origin to medieval lithologists, itinerant healers who specialized in surgical removal of bladder stones. , ophthalmology, oncology, dentistry, and more. Scientific Highlights This year's "hot topics" include the following featured presentations: * Early Research Finds Pulsed Lasers Effective in Liquefying Dangerous Cholesterol Crystals - Dr. George S. Abela presents study results on laser therapy to break up sharp, pointed cholesterol crystals and convert them to less dangerous, softened particles - a discovery that one day could aid in preventing potentially fatal heart attacks and strokes. * Light Therapy with Pneumatic Energy Offers Patients Rapid Acne Clearing - Dr. Gilly S. Munavalli reports on a new treatment that combines intense pulsed light Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), as most commonly employed by non-specialist medical practitioners and beauticians, is a method of hair removal from the body involving the use of a specially constructed xenon flash lamp and focusing optics. (IPL (Initial Program Load) Same as boot. 1. IPL - Information Processing Language. 2. IPL - Internet Public Library. 3. IPL - Initial Program Load. 4. IPL - Initial Program Loader. ) with a vacuum-suctioning technology that produces a rapid improvement in acne lesions. * Experts Predict Huge Advances in Laser Technology for Fat-Related Disorders - Dr. Mathew M. Avram discusses three technologies being tested for gentler, non-invasive treatment of excess fat, body shaping Body contouring, also known as body lifting and body shaping is a lengthy, expensive procedure plastic surgeons use to remove large amounts of hanging skin from the bodies of men and women who have lost massive amounts of weight, often as much as 45 to 136 kg (100 to and improving the appearance of cellulite cel·lu·lite n. A fatty deposit causing a dimpled or uneven appearance, as around the thighs. Cellulite Cellulite is dimply skin caused by uneven fat deposits beneath the surface. . * Laser Study Confirms That Early Treatment of Facial Birthmarks Birthmarks Definition Birthmarks, including angiomas and vascular malformations, are benign (noncancerous) skin growths composed of rapidly growing or poorly formed blood vessels or lymph vessels. Provides Optimal Results - Dr. Anne Chapas presents data showing how newborns who received early and frequent laser treatment of port-wine stain port-wine stain n. A purplish area of the skin, usually on the head and neck, appearing at birth and caused by an overgrowth of the cutaneous capillaries. Also called nevus flammeus, port-wine mark. birthmarks achieved a higher success rate of clearance than babies who delayed treatment. * Novel Laser Application to Treat Common Urological Condition Shows Promising Results - Lead researcher Dr. Nathaniel M. Fried shares early data using the Erbium:YAG laser erbium:YAG laser Surgery A laser for skin resurfacing and tissue sculpting, for general surgical use, for incision, excision, coagulation and vaporization of soft tissues, including subcutaneous, striated and smooth muscle, cartilage meniscus, calculi, mucosa, for the first time in urology to treat urethral strictures, a common side effect of prostate surgery that affects thousands of men. * New Ultrasound Technology Studied for Facial and Neck Tissue Tightening - Dr. Murad Alam presents new data demonstrating an impressive improvement using a deeper-penetrating ultrasound device for brow lifts and neck tightening. * Additional Research Directions - Scientific topics under investigation include: [TABLE OMITTED] Keynote Speaker ASLMS will welcome Mr. Richard Felten, a senior reviewer of medical devices for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. ), as Keynote Speaker. Mr. Felten's lecture, "Regulatory Pathways for Review of Medical Devices," will provide an overview of the structure, organization and review process involved in regulating and granting marketing permission for medical devices. This special presentation is scheduled on Friday, April 13, 2007. Award and Achievements The ASLMS 2007 Leon Goldman Memorial Award will be presented to J. Stuart Nelson, MD, PhD., associate medical director of the Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Clinic, University of California-Irvine, for his excellence in performing clinical laser research, maintaining a high standard of patient care, and educating others in medical laser applications. Dermatologist E. Victor Ross, M.D., Scripps Clinic of San Diego, CA, is this year's recipient of the Ellet H. Drake Lectureship lec·ture·ship n. 1. The status or position of a lecturer. 2. An endowment or foundation supporting a series or course of lectures. [Alteration of lecturership. Award for his contributions to laser procedures and products, the scientific literature and his excellence in teaching. The 2007 Nursing/Allied Health Excellence Award will be presented to Jeff T. Counters, MPH, Center for Cosmetic Care of Edina, MN, in recognition of his exceptional nursing/allied health contributions to ASLMS and the advancement of joint practice in laser medicine and surgery. Serge R. Mordon, PhD, INSERM INSERM Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale (French Institute of Health and Medical Research) & Lille University Hospital, Lille, France, will receive the 2007 Caroline and William Mark Memorial Award for outstanding contributions to laser technology and laser patient care. ASLMS Officers The Society's 2007-2008 slate of officers will be installed at the Business Meeting on Saturday, April 14, 2007. E. Victor Ross, MD, San Diego, CA, becomes the new ASLMS President; Christine C. Dierickx, MD, Boom, Belgium, serves as President-Elect, and Brian S. Biesman, MD, Nashville, TN, assumes the Vice Presidency. About the Society The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) is the world's preeminent resource for laser research, safety, education, and clinical knowledge. Founded in 1980, ASLMS promotes excellence in patient care by advancing clinical application of lasers and related technologies. For more information and physician referrals, please visit the Society's website: www.aslms.org. |
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