
Workshop on Ablative Lasers for Dermatologic Surgery and Skin Rejuvenation
Course objectives
The course will give an overview of the principle and application of ablative lasers in dermatologic surgery. The workshop will equip physicians on laser physics and the principle of selective photothermolysis. The workshop will describe the indications for ablative lasers in dermatologic surgery and skin rejuvenation. Participants will learn how to use ablative lasers, including pre and post-operative skin care and how to prevent complications from ablative lasers.
Programme:
0900 – 0905
(1330-1305) Introduction - Dr CL Goh
09:05 – 09:30
(1305-1330) Laser physics and principle of selective photothermolysis and its application in ablative lasers - Dr CL Goh
09.30 – 10.00
(1330-1400) Types and indications for ablative lasers in dermatologic surgery.
- Dr L Khoo
10:00 – 10:30
(1400-1430) Pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care in ablative laser applications. - Dr Ang
10.30 – 10.50
(1430- 1445) Tea Break
10:50 – 11.20
(1445-1515) How to use ablative lasers safely. - Dr J lim
11:20 – 11:50
(1515-1545) Complications from ablative lasers and their management.
– Dr. C L Goh
11.50 – 12:00
(1545-1600) Q & A
12 :00 – 13 :30 Video and Live Demonstration
(1600-1700)
13:30 – 14:00
(1700-1730) MCQ Exam and Award of Certificate