AO CMF Course—Aesthetic and Functional Surgery of the Face and Neck (with human anatomical specimens)

Elevate your aesthetic and functional surgery practice to the forefront of surgical excellence

Master advanced surgical techniques with our specialized course tailored for qualified craniomaxillofacial, plastic, oculoplastic, and ENT surgeons.

Led by world-renowned faculty, this intensive program offers unparalleled insights and practical skills in aesthetic and functional surgery. From diagnosis to postoperative care, participants will learn to analyze patient issues, devise effective treatment plans, execute procedures safely, manage complications, and enhance patient communication.

Top national, regional, and international faculty

3 days in duration

CMF, plastic, oculoplastic, and ENT surgeons as well as residents in the late stages of training

Network with colleagues from all over the world

CME credits

Course content

  • Course modules

    The course is delivered through a series of modules covering the entire patient journey (diagnosis to postoperative care) and the most essential procedures for daily practice in aesthetic and functional surgery. Each procedure is addressed in a 3-step approach:

    1. Presentation (or video) to introduce the steps around a case
    2. Demonstration of the procedure by expert faculty
    3. Participants complete the procedure and receive faculty feedback

    • Module 1: Injectable treatments
    • Module 2: Oculoplastic surgery
    • Module 3: Facelift, neck lift, and upper lip lift
    • Module 4: Otoplasty
    • Module 5: Rhinoplasty
    • Module 6: Facial nerve and facial palsy
    • Module 7: Gender (re)affirmation and facial feminization surgery
  • What will you learn?
    • Analyze the problem correctly
    • Realize the treatment options and develop a good treatment to address the patient’s needs
    • Describe the steps in the procedure
    • Perform the steps (address patient safety and apply tips and tricks)
    • Discuss how to avoid and treat complications
    • Communicate with the patient
  • Course participants

    Qualified craniomaxillofacial, plastic, oculoplastic, and ear, nose, and throat surgeons as well as residents in the late stages of training who are performing aesthetic and functional surgery procedures.

  • About our wet lab

    Our anatomical specimen courses are the next best thing after working with live patients. Ethically-sourced cadavers are carefully prepared to deliver a 100% realistic training experience as you will experience in the OR, maximizing your learning effort.

Course details may be subject to change. Please check your chosen date and location for the detailed program.

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