Aesthetic Experts Meeting 2025

Experience the Future of Aesthetics

Join the Aesthetic Experts Meeting, a premier virtual conference hosted by Hans Biomed USA. This immersive, virtual event brings together leading Key Opinion Leaders to deliver live clinical education in the latest aesthetic innovations. From PDO thread lifts to skin boosters and cryotherapy, you’ll gain practical knowledge, observe treatment demonstrations, and learn proven strategies to elevate your practice.

Event Speakers → Event Schedule →

What You’ll Gain from Attending

Expert-Led Clinical Education

Learn from 5 of the industry’s top KOLs in aesthetic medicine. Each session is designed to give you clinical insights into PDO threads and skin boosters.

Protocols & Combination Techniques

From anatomy to post-care, attend a full day of structured sessions that cover how to sequence thread lifts, toxins, fillers, and skin boosters for synergistic results.

Live Treatment Demonstrations

Watch real-time clinical cases to better understand vector design, thread placements, combination protocols, and aesthetic outcomes.

Complications Management Training

Gain confidence in identifying, preventing, and managing the most common thread lift complications, backed by real case discussions.

Practice Growth & Marketing Strategies

Get actionable business insights on pricing, packaging, patient education, and marketing to help you position your services and boost revenue.

Exclusive Offers & Giveaways

Unlock event-only discounts on MINT Lift® PDO threads, klárdie skin boosters, and more. Receive a free gift with qualifying purchases and enter raffles for premium prizes.

Access From Anywhere

Engage in the full experience without leaving your practice. Solidify your skills, refresh clinical techniques, and continue learning from anywhere with an internet connection.

Extended Learning with Hans Academy

Your education doesn’t end when the event does. Replay every AEM session on-demand through Hans Academy. Reinforce your training at your own pace after the event.

VIP Exclusive Perks

Upgrade your experience with in-person live demos, private lunch with faculty, exclusive Q&A sessions, and klárdie skin booster demos—only for VIP attendees.

Who Should Attend

New PDO Thread Practitioners

Build confidence with expert-led guidance

Learn thread basics, safety protocols, and patient selection
Watch step-by-step live demos to reinforce learning
Get clear takeaways you can implement right away

Experienced MINT Lift® Users

Advance your skills with complex cases and techniques

Refine vector design, anchoring, and lifting strategies
Explore combination protocols with toxins and fillers
Learn how to manage and prevent complications

Nurses, PAs, and Physicians

Earn hands-on clinical education in a flexible format

Understand anatomical depth and technique variations
Learn from experienced KOLs with real-world case experience
Receive a certificate of attendance

Medspa/Practice Owner & Staff

Expand your treatment portfolio and grow your business

Discover new services to offer and how to market them
Train multiple staff members in one cost-effective event
Access exclusive pricing, giveaways, and promotional tools
Get practical advice on packaging and pricing treatments

Event Speakers

Day 1: Main Event (Virtual)

Online | Expert Education, Demos, and Q&A

Join hundreds of aesthetic professionals from around the world for a comprehensive full-day virtual training designed to sharpen your clinical skills and expand your treatment offerings. Learn directly from top Key Opinion Leaders as they share real-world strategies, live demonstrations, and advanced techniques in PDO thread lifting, skin boosters, and combination therapies.

Whether you’re new to threads or looking to level up, this event delivers actionable education you can implement right away—plus live Q&A, digital resources, and access to exclusive show specials.

Day 2: VIP Exclusive (In-Person)

Brea, CA | Private Observation & Faculty Access

Join us in person for an intimate, VIP-only training experience designed for those ready to take their skills to the next level. Observe 5 live treatment demonstrations, including full face and neck rejuvenation with MINT Lift® PDO threads and pain-free klárdie skin booster delivery using TargetCool.

Enjoy private faculty discussions, participate in Q&A sessions, and connect with fellow VIPs over an exclusive lunch. As a bonus, VIP attendees will have a chance to receive a free klárdie skin booster treatment.

Whether you’re confident in the fundamentals or seeking to refine advanced techniques, this VIP experience offers an in-depth learning opportunity—complete with real-time clinical observation, expert mentorship, and practical insights you can bring back to your practice.

Event Tickets

Secure the Best Rate—Early Bird Pricing Ends July 13

1-Day Virtual Ticket

$100$70

Access Day 1 online from anywhere.

Livestream access for Aug 23
1-month replay access
Hans Academy course access until Sep 31
Live Q&A and chat participation
Exclusive event-only show specials
Certificate of attendance

2-Day VIP Experience (Limited Spots)

$1,000$700

Join us in person for the full experience.

All benefits of the 1-Day Virtual Ticket
In-person access to Aug 24 in Brea, CA
Exclusive gifts and raffles
Private lunch with faculty
VIP networking + group photo ops
Onsite klárdie Skin Booster demo

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Event Schedule

View the full agenda for each day of the AEM 2025 Conference below.

Day 1: Main Event Schedule

Time	Type	Title	Speaker
9:00 AM – 9:20 AM	Talk	Welcome to AEM & Overview of Agenda Patient Assessment and Treatment Overview	Sheila Barbarino, MD, FACS Gideon Kwok, DO
9:20 AM – 10:00 AM	Didactic	Why MINT Lift® is the only PDO Thread with FDA Clearance for Facial Lifting	Neekan Rivera, PA-C
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Live Demo	Dual Approach: How PDO Threads and Toxins Work Together for Lower Face and Jowl Rejuvenation	Gideon Kwok, DO
11:00 AM – 11:40 AM	Didactic	The Business of Comfort: Why Patients Love and Rebook Painless Skin Boosters	Erin Borini, MS, PA-C
11:40 AM – 12:15 PM	Live Demo	Enhancing Skin Booster Results with Cryogenic Delivery and Microneedling	Erin Borini, MS, PA-C
12:15 PM – 12:45 PM	Break	Intermission
12:45 PM – 1:00 PM	Talk	Patient Assessment and Treatment Overview	Gideon Kwok, DO Neekan Rivera, PA-C Sheila Barbarino, MD, FACS
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM	Didactic	Sculpting Success with MINT Lift®: Navigating PDO Thread Challenges & Complications	Theresa Huyen, MD
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Live Demo	Debunking the Doubt: A Plastic Surgeon’s Approach to Brow & Nose Thread Lifting	Sheila Barbarino, MD, FACS
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM	Live Demo	Lift & Volumize: Combining PDO Threads and Fillers for Face & Neck Rejuvenation	Neekan Rivera, PA-C
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM	Panel Q&A	Panel Discussion and Q&A (Moderator: Gideon Kwok, DO)	All speakers
4:30 PM – 4:40 PM	Comment	Closing Remarks	Gideon Kwok, DO

Day 2: VIP Exclusive Schedule

Time	Type	Title	Speaker
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM	Break	Check-in & Breakfast
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM	Talk	Patient Assessment and Treatment Overview	All speakers
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM	Live Demo	klárdie Skin Booster with TargetCool	Erin Borini, MS, PA-C
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Live Demo	Face and Jowl Thread Lift	Sheila Barbarino, MD, FACS
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Live Demo	Face and Brow Thread Lift	Gideon Kwok, DO
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM	Break	Lunch
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM	Live Demo	Face and Neck Thread Lift	Neekan Rivera, PA-C
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM	Live Demo	Lift and Volume Thread Lift	Theresa Huyen, MD
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM	Talk	Panel Q&A	Moderator: Hans USA
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM	Talk	Thank You & Group Photos
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM	Talk	TargetCool Demos	Hans USA

*Schedule is subject to change.

What Attendees Said at AEM 2024

Top takeaways from last year’s guests.

“The trainings I have received from Hans Biomed have been outstanding— thorough, innovative and full of real time advancements to take my practice to another level.”

Wendy Jacobson, BS, RN, CAI

CEO @ Owner of W Aesthetics—

“AEM was a great opportunity to be in a room full of KOLs who so generously shared their knowledge, vectors, and pearls. I personally enjoyed seeing how each expert provider utilize the same tools in different ways in their office.”

Kat Nguyen, RN, BSN

SkinRX — Dallas, TX

“I believe Hans Biomed always delivers top quality and organized educational events. Any format I have been educated in whether in person or virtual has been top notch. Thank you!”

Vanessa Fitts, MSN, FNP-C

NovaGen Skin & Wellness — Longwood, FL

“Always awesome, never disappoints, and always worth the time & money. Thank you!”

Awilda LaBonne, PhD, PA-C

Joie De Vivre Medical Aesthetics — Chattanooga, TN

General FAQ

How do I access the livestream on August 23?

You’ll receive livestream access details via email one week prior to the event. The livestream will be accessible via a standard browser on desktop or mobile.

What timezone is the virtual event in?

All livestream times are listed in Pacific Time (PT). Please adjust for your local time zone.

Can I attend Day 1 in person?

No, Day 1 is a virtual livestream only.

Can I ask questions during the virtual event?

Yes! A live chat will be available during the livestream for Q&A with the presenters.

Will I receive a certificate of attendance?

Yes. Certificates will be sent via email within 1–2 weeks after the event.

Registration FAQ

I am an international provider/not a licensed medical provider.
Can I sign up for the meeting?

Anyone is welcome to purchase the 1-Day Ticket.

Will recordings be available after the event?

Yes. Attendees will receive limited-time access to recorded sessions through Hans Academy. Replay will be available within 1–2 weeks after the event.

Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

No, all tickets are non-transferable and valid only for the registered attendee.

Can I cancel my registration and get a refund?

All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. However, if you register for the 2-Day VIP Experience and do not meet the eligibility requirement (i.e., you are not a licensed U.S. medical provider), your purchase will be voided and automatically refunded in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact us at [email protected] before purchasing.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit cards at checkout.

How long will I have access to Hans Academy?

All attendees receive free access to the full Hans Academy video library through September 30, 2025.

How do I redeem event-exclusive discounts?

Discounts and promo codes will be shared during the event and via follow-up email.

VIP Experience FAQ

Who is eligible to attend Day 2 VIP Experience?

The 2-Day VIP Experience is exclusively available to licensed U.S. medical providers. By registering, you confirm that you hold an active U.S. medical license. If you register but do not meet this eligibility requirement, your purchase will be voided and refunded.

If you are unsure about your eligibility or need assistance, please contact us at [email protected] prior to purchasing.

Where is Day 2 located?

The in-person event will be held at The Aesthetic Immersion (📍 910 E Birch St, Suite 380, Brea, CA 92821 ).

When should I arrive for the in-person event?

Please plan to arrive by 8:45 AM to check in and enjoy breakfast before the sessions begin at 9:00 AM.

Will there be hands-on training during Day 2?

Day 2 will be live demonstration observations and interactive discussions. There will be no hands-on training.

Are meals provided during the in-person event?

Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments will be provided on Day 2.

Is there a dress code?

Business casual is recommended for the in-person event.

Can I bring a guest?

Only 2-Day VIP Experience ticket holders will be allowed onsite.

What hotel should I stay at?

We recommend staying at Embassy Suites by Hilton Brea North Orange County (📍 900 E Birch St, Brea, CA 92821 ). Upon purchasing the 2-Day VIP Experience, you will be led to a page that will link you to a room block (limited spots).

Where do I park for Day 2?

Parking is available underneath the Embassy Suites hotel. See detailed parking instructions on your confirmation page after checkout.

Still Have a Question?

Chat with our team or explore more details about what’s included in your AEM 2025 ticket.