Day 1, Friday 27th June 2025

Timing

Topic

Speakers

Learning objectives

08:00-09:00

Registration

09:00-09:30

Free paper presentation

09:30-11:30

Session 1: Lasers for pigmentation

09:30-09:40

Physics of pigmentary lasers

Dr Sachin Verma

Key physical properties like wavelength, fluence, pulse duration, selective photothermolysis, advances in parameters and manufacturers

09:40-09:55

Pigmentation to rejuvenation - QS NDYAG

Dr Swapnil Shah

Clinical considerations and risks in using Q-switched lasers for both pigmentation and rejuvenation, Indications and protocols.

09:55-10:10

Pigmentation to rejuvenation - Pico lasers

Dr B S Chandrashekar

Clinical considerations and risks in using pico lasers for both pigmentation and rejuvenation, special case scenarios

10:10-10:50

Panel discussion - Facial Melanosis Unveiled: Exploring the Role of Pigmentary Lasers in Treatment

Moderator
Dr Anurag Tiwari
Panelists
Dr Swapnil Shah
Dr Pradyumna Vaidya Dr B S Chandrashekar
Dr Sachin Verma

Case based discussion

10:50-11:30

Q &A

11:30-13:15

Session 2: Injectables- Toxins

11:30-11:40

Introduction to the basics
of toxin injectables

Dr Rasya Dixit

Diffusions, longevity, MOA, comparisons of dose and efficacy

11:40-12:00

Upper face - enhancement indications

Dr Urmila Nischal

Forehead, glabella, Nose, Crows feet with applied anatomy

12:00-12:20

Advanced enhancement
indications

Dr Rajat Kandhari

Jawline, neck, gummy lines, lip flip, masseter botox with applied anatomy, mesobotox

12:15-13:00

Panel Discussion - Toxins- Trends, Techniques and Best Practices

Moderator
Dr Sandeep Arora
Panelists
Dr Rajat Kandhari Dr Gulhima Arora Dr Urmila Nischal
Dr Rasya Dixit

Case based discussion on facial assessment, types of toxins, complications

13:00-14:00

Lunch

14:15-14:30

Lasers for vascular
indications

Dr Sujay Khandpur

Various indications

14:30-15:15

Session 3: Energy based devices

14:35-14:50

Body contouring with
HIFU and HIFEM

Dr Apratim Goel

Mechanisms of action of RF and cryolipolysis, compare and contrast RF and cryolipolysis for body contouring, area selection for efficacy

14:50-15:05

Body contouring with
HIFU and HIFEM

Dr Sachin Verma

Mechanisms of action of HIFU and HIFEM, compare and contrast HIFU and HIFEM for body contouring, selection tools for efficacy

15:05-15:15

Discussion

15:15-16:15

Session 4: LHR

15:15-15:35

Laser hair removal: The basics you need to know

Dr Rajetha Damisetty

Patient evaluation and its impact on end result, relevant investigations - when and which, basics of LHR

15:35-16:15

Panel Discussion: Mastering Laser Hair Removal

Moderator
Dr Shehnaz Arsiwala
Panelists
Dr Niteen Dhepe
Dr Rajetha Damisetty Dr B S Chandrashekar Dr Anurag Tiwari

LHR - How best to use each technology in different indications, advantages, disadvantages, and case based discussion

16:15-16:30

Coffee Break

16:30-18:00

Session 5: Dermatosurgery

16:30-16:45

Elliptical excision: a must - know for every dermatologist

Dr Madura C

Basics, modifications, tips to chieve perfection

16:45-17:05

Essential suturing techniques for dermatologic surgery

Dr Neha Taneja

Simple sutures, mattress, buried intradermal, continuous, subcuticular - indications

17:05-17:25

Dermatologists surgical approach to non-acne scar

Dr Yogesh Bhingradia

Surgical scar revision for non acne scars, face and body

17:25-17:40

Radiofrequency - Conventional and innovations

Dr Somesh Gupta

17:40-18:00

Fat Grafting: techniques and dermatologic transformations

Dr Dhanraj Chavan

Techniques of fat harvesting, processing, and grafting, indications, potential complications and outcome

18:00-18:30

Discussion

Day 2, Saturday 28th June 2025

08:30-09:30

Award paper presentation

09:30-11:15

Session 6: Fillers

09:30-09:50

Facial anatomy

Dr Gulhima Arora

Safety anatomy, functional anatomy,
anatomy for beauty

09:50-10:05

Rheology

Dr Pradeep Kumari

How filler rheology influences tissue integration, longevity,
site and results

10:05-10:25

Fillers for special
indications

Dr Jaishree Sharad

Temples, cheek, NLF, chin, jawline, neck

10:25-10:45

Special areas filler

Dr Amit Luthra

Undereye, lip, nose, ear

10:45-11:00

Skin boosters face and neck, hands

Dr Rashmi Shetty

Difference between traditional fillers and boosters, composition and injection techniques. Selection factors for various boosters

11:00-11:15

Discussion

11:15-13:00

Session 7: Scar revision

11:15-11:30

Physics of ablative lasers and MNRF

Dr Swapnil Shah

Key concepts photothermal effects, tissue ablation, and coagulation; Resurfacing efficacy differences in clinical choice scenarios

11:30-11:45

Management of acne scars with ablative lasers and MNRF

Dr Pradyumna Vaidya

Appropriate scar type for each modality, key device parameters for optimum results, number of sessions and intervals

11:45-12:00

Management of burn scars, traumatic scars

Dr T Salim

Surgical and EBD for scars

12:00-12:15

Advanced approaches to striae management

Dr Nischal K C

Evidence-based approaches, including topical agents, energy- based devices (lasers, MNRF), and injectables

12:15-13:00

Panel Discussion
Scar revision redefined-
expert strategies

Moderator
Dr Amit Kelkar
Panelists
Dr Rajetha Damishetty Dr Pradyumna Vaidya Dr T Salim
Dr Nischal K C
Dr R Raghunatha Reddy

Case-Based approaches, procedure
selection,
and effective counselling Both surgical and EBD, CO2 Vs EBD

13:00-14:00

Lunch

14:00-16:00

Session 8: Pot Pourri

14:00-14:20

The Art and Science of Thread Lifts for Face and Neck

Dr Madhuri Agarwal

Key facial and neck anatomy relevant to thread placement, mechanism, strategies to minimize
and manage complications

14:20-14:40

Latest innovations in
chemical peels

Dr Renita Rajan

Newer formulations, benefits of
combination peels, indications

14:40-15:00

What’s new in melasma management-

Dr Dhanashree Bhide

Medical and procedural

15:00-15:15

Role of AI in Aesthetic
dermatology

Dr Somesh Gupta

AI, machine learning, and deep learning in the context of dermatology, strengths and limitations of AI systems in
dermatology, ethical implications

15:15-15:30

Camouflage techniques

Dr Gunjan Shah

Aesthetic and medical indications

15:30-15:45

Medical indications for
toxins and hyaluronic acid

Dr Sandeep Arora

Known and off label indications

15:45-16:00

Discussion

16:15-18:15

Session 9: Dermatosurgery

16:15-16:35

Cellular grafts in vitiligo
surgery

Dr Deepthi Ghia

16:35-16:55

The role of cryotherapy in modern dermatology

Dr R Raghunatha Reddy

Principles, techniques, indications, complications

17:00-17:20

Nail anesthesia and ingrown toe nail

Dr Nitin Barde

Different blocks, different
techniques for surgical management

17:20-17:40

Mastering keloid surgery

Dr Madura C

Indications

17:40-18:00

Basics of flap surgery

Dr Sushil Sawant

Principles, types, key surgical steps

18:00-18:15

Discussion

Day 3, Sunday 29th June 2025

08:30-09:30

Free paper presentation trichology

09:30-10:30

Basics

09:30-09:45

Relevant serological investigations in trichology

Dr Nitin Sardesai

Importance of serological testing in diagnosing and managing common hair disorders, such as areata,TE, FPHL and AGA

09:45-10:00

Interpretation of scalp
biopsy

Dr Balakrishna Nikam

10:00-10:20

Trichoscopy

Dr Soumil Khare

FPHL VS AGA, AA, cicatricial
alopecia

10:20-10:30

Discussion

10:30-12:15

Androgenetic alopecia

10:30-10:45

Reasons for changing trends in onset and pattern of AGA

Dr Manjunath Shenoy

10:45-11:05

Minoxidil - Topical, oral

Dr Shekar Neema

Reasons - Facts and research, Any clinical relevance of minoxidil boosters

11:05-11:25

Non minoxidil topical
therapy for AGA

Dr Sukesh M S

Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), nutritional supplements, and emerging treatments.

11:25-11:45

Cicatricial alopecia

Dr Ragunatha Shivanna

Treatment advances

11:45-12:00

Alopecia Areata: When to
shift gears?

Dr Anuj Bhatnagar

Difficult to treat cases, latest
insights and advances in treatment

12:00-12:15

Discussion

12:15-13:30

Regenerative medicine

12:15-12:35

Hair growth via induction of heat shock proteins, LLLT

Dr Divya Asnani

12:35-12:55

PRP in Dermatology

Dr Rashmi Jindal

Types, techniques, benefits and limitations

12:55-13:15

Follicular Stem Cells, Autologous Micrografts, and SVF: Current perspectives and future directions

Dr Pradeep Kumari

When to do? How to do?

13:15-13:30

Exosomes: A new frontier in skin and hair regeneration

Dr Urmila Nischal

13:30-14:30

Lunch

14:30-14:50

Intradermal therapy in trichology

Dr Samkit Shah

Dutasteride, bicalutamide

14:50-15:10

Oral Finasteride and Dutasteride

Dr Narendra Patwardhan

Facts vs. Myths in hair restoration

15:10-15:30

Nutrition and hair

Dr Sharad Mutalik

Evidence-based dietary recommendations and supplementation options to treat hair loss

15:30-15:45

Trichotillomania: Understanding and managing the urge to pull

Dr Aneesh S

Recognize the signs of trichotillomania, including patterns of hair loss and associated behaviors, and differentiate it from other causes of alopecia.

15:45-16:00

Hair shaft disorders - Unlocking diagnostic clues

Dr Ragunatha Shivanna

Types, use of diagnostic tools, management options

16:00-16:15

Discussion

16:15-17:00

Valedictory