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CME Activity
Expanding Options and Individualizing Therapy in Cosmetic Dermatology
Course Director
Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD
David Geffen School of Medicine
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
Accredited by
University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine
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Activity Details
| Credit Types: | CME |
| Credit Amount: | 0.25 Credits |
| Release Date: | 2011-Dec-21 |
| Expiration Date: | 2012-Dec-20 |
| Estimated Time for Completion: | 15 minutes |
| Registration Required: | No |
| Cost: | Free |
Program Description & Educational Objectives
In this activity, an expert in cosmetic dermatology addresses 3 key questions regarding the long-term effects of injectable dermal fillers and neurotoxins, optimal use of dermal fillers and neurotoxins, and emerging injectable products.
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
- Compare and contrast injectable botulinum neurotoxins and dermal fillers that are currently approved by the FDA for aesthetic use
- Develop individualized treatment plans, which include the implementation of appropriate technique and effective patient communication methods, to ensure the safe aesthetic use of botulinum neurotoxin and dermal filler products
- Evaluate the safety and efficacy of novel and emerging injectable facial rejuvenation products
Target Audience
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of cosmetic dermatologists and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients undergoing cosmetic dermatologic procedures.
Requirements for Successful Completion
In order to receive credit, participants must view the activity and complete the post-test and evaluation form. There are no pre-requisites and there is no fee to participate in this activity or to receive CME credit. Statements of Credit are awarded upon successful completion of the post-test and evaluation form.
Media: Internet
Release and Expiration Dates: December 21, 2011 - December 20, 2012
Time to Complete: 15 minutes
Faculty & Disclosure / Conflict of Interest Policy
In accordance with ACCME requirements, the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine, has a conflict of interest policy that requires faculty to disclose relevant financial relationships related to the content of their presentations/materials. Any potential conflicts are resolved so that presentations are evidence-based and scientifically balanced. The relationships were reviewed by UNM CME and conflicts of interest were resolved prior to the activity.
Course Director and Interviewee
Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD
David Geffen School of Medicine
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD, has a financial interest/relationship or affiliation in the form of:
Consultant for sanofi-aventis U.S.
Grant/Research Support from Obagi Medical Products, Inc.
Speakers Bureau participant with Allergan, Inc.; Medicis Pharmaceutical Corporation; Merz Pharmaceuticals, LLC; and sanofi-aventis U.S.
Advisory Board for Obagi Medical Products, Inc. and sanofi-aventis U.S.
CME Reviewer
Phillip Strange, MD
Assistant Professor
Department of Dermatology
University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Phillip Strange, MD, currently has no financial interests/relationships or affiliations in relation to this activity.
Content Director
Annette Wiggins
Answers in CME, Inc.
Annette Wiggins currently has no financial interests/relationships or affiliations in relation to this activity.
Sponsorship, Credit & Support
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine and Answers in CME. The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This CME activity is jointly sponsored by the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine and Answers in CME.
This activity is supported by an educational grant from 
Disclosure of Unlabeled Use
The faculty of this educational activity may include discussions of products or devices that are not currently labeled for use by the FDA. Faculty members have been advised to disclose to the audience any reference to an unlabeled or investigational use.
No endorsement of unapproved products or uses is made or implied by coverage of these products or uses in our reports. No responsibility is taken for errors or omissions in reports.
Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications and warnings.
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