Assistant Program Director University of Illinois Hinsdale , Illinois
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Christopher Colbert, DO FAAEM: No financial relationships to disclose
This provocative lecture addresses the increasing incidence of cosmetic emergencies, focusing on the management of complications from fillers, eyelash glue injuries, and issues arising from travel cosmetic surgeries. It aims to equip healthcare professionals with the latest evidence-based practices and nuanced insights required to effectively handle these emergencies.
Learning Objectives:
Objective 1: Managing Filler Complications
Highlight the importance of early recognition and intervention to prevent permanent damage, including the use of hyaluronidase in filler-related vascular events.
Objective 2: Addressing Eyelash Glue Injuries
Discuss the differentiation between mild irritations and serious injuries that require immediate ophthalmologic intervention, and the role of patient education in preventing such injuries.
Objective 3: Complications from Travel Cosmetic Surgery
Evidence-Based Insight: Investigate the risks associated with travel cosmetic surgery, including infections,