This session was recorded at the AACS Annual Scientific Meeting on February 20-22, 2025. This is a non-CME course and is approximately 90 minutes in length.

Registration

• $60 - AACS Member (Resident)*
• $60 - AACS Member (Training Fellow)*
• $60 - AACS Member (Physician or Allied Health)
• $120 - Non-Member Practitioner

*Residents and training fellows - After adding the course to your cart, use the coupon code in your renewal confirmation letter to bring the price to $0. If you need assistance, please email AACS headquarters.

Target Audience

Practitioners in the field of cosmetic surgery including, but not limited to, dermatology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, otolaryngology, general surgery, ophthalmology, and plastic/reconstructive surgery.

MODERATORS
Catherine Obernesser, AA
Sebastian Gutierrez De Pineres, MD, DDS

Introduction

Brutal Truths: Why Your Practice Isn't Booking More Procedures
Vahe Tirakyan

AAAHC v44 Accreditation Update
Mark Mandell-Brown, MD, FAACS

Why and Why Not to Pursue Accreditation: Implications for Practice Revenue and Construction Costs
Mohsen M. Ghoreishi, MA

Who’s Covered and Who’s Not? A Guide to Insuring Your Practice, Staff, and Entities Properly
Jennifer Wiggins, MBA, MA-ALS, RPLU, CPCU

Design as a Clinical Strategy: How Physical Environment Impacts Patient Experience, Operational Flow, and Practice Growth
Mohsen M. Ghoreishi, MA

Q&A