The 2023 Annual ASCD Symposium
24 – 26 March 2023 Crown Conference Centre Melbourne
23 March 2023 | Pre-event Sponsored Workshops
The Australasian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists (ASCD) are delighted to invite you to the ASCD Symposium.
Highlights include:
- Challenging Beliefs
- The Challenge of Intravascular Filler Complications
- The Challenge of Extravascular Complications
- Challenge Yourself: Level 2 regions of high risk
- Challenging Aspects of our best Practice
- Challenges in moving away from the everyday with Neuromdulator delivery
- Challenging the HA Fillers
- Challenges on a day to day basis
- General Patient Emergencies and management
- Surface Active Devices and Injectable emergencies and their treatment: Case Presentation and management strategies
- The Challenges of beginning a practice with Energy Based Devices
- Challenging the epidermis: My favourite device / technology for superficial sun damage
- The Challenges of Safety: Update in Energy Based and Tissue active
- The Challenge posed by the patient
- Challenging the dermis: Transepidermal drug delivery
- Challenges in Practice management
- The Challenges of increased Regulation
We look forward to warmly welcoming you to the ASCD Symposium.
Prof Greg Goodman AM
ASCD Affiliates
ASCD Affiliates
Thursday 23 March
Dermocosmetica Pre-event
Sponsored Workshop | Profhilo® Sponsored Workshop
8.30am – 4.00pm
Alma Pre-event
Sponsored Workshop | Mini Alma Academy Australia:
Master Your Craft with the Alma Hybrid
1.00pm – 4.00pm
Friday 24 March
Hugel Sponsored Workshop | Let’s talk about the latest botulinum toxin in Australia
7.15am – 8.15am
ASCD Symposium Day 1
8.30am – 5.30pm
Welcome Reception sponsored by Allergan
6.00pm – 7.30pm
Saturday 25 March
Teoxane Sponsored Workshop | Redensify – The Teoxane Approach to Skin Rejuvenation and Quality
7.15am – 8.15am
ASCD Symposium Day 2
8.30am – 5.30pm
Galderma Sponsored Workshop | Turn your AART into a HIT
1.00pm – 2.00pm
Black and White Gala Dinner sponsored by Galderma
7.00pm – 11.00pm
Sunday 26 March
Allergan Sponsored Workshop | More Than Meets the Eye – Periorbital Rejuvenation
7.30am – 8.30am
ASCD Symposium Day 3
8.30am – 1.00pm
VENUE
Crown Conference Centre
ACCOMMODATION
Crown Promenade
Adjacent to Crown Conference Centre, stylish, affordable and thoroughly modern, Melbourne’s Crown Promenade Hotel offers you a fresh perspective on how good a hotel can be. The hotel features spacious rooms with fantastic views overlooking Port Phillip Bay or the Melbourne CBD and Yarra River.
Standard Room – $295.00
- Includes internet access for one device
Crown Metropol
Adjacent to Crown Conference Centre, experience contemporary luxury in its purest form at Melbourne’s new Crown Metropol Hotel. Your senses will be heightened with the many special touches that make every stay both relaxing and memorable.
Luxe Room (Room only) – $305.00
- Includes internet access for one device
Crown Towers
Beautifully located on the southern bank of the Yarra River, Crown Towers sets the benchmark for luxury hotels in Australia. The lavishly appointed hotel is directly linked to the Crown Promenade conference venue by airbridge or a short walk across Whiteman Street.
Deluxe Rooms – Premium in-room Wi-Fi access for one device
The below rates are valid for Thursday, 23 March 2023 and Friday, 24 March 2023 only
Deluxe Room – $405.00
The below rates are valid for Saturday, 25 March 2023 only
Deluxe Room – $505.00
Hotel Cancellation Policy
Less than 30 days – One night’s accommodation charged per room cancelled to the applicable credit card. No Shows – One night’s accommodation charged per room to the applicable credit card.
Registration cancellations received up to Friday 10 February 2023 will receive a full refund, less a $AUD300.00 administration fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after Friday 10 February 2023 – this includes cancellation of any paid workshops/events such as the Gala Dinner.
As an alternative to cancellation, registrations may be transferred to another person (for the same registration category) before Friday 10 February 2023 without receiving any extra cost penalty.
*Credit card surcharges associated with your registration will not be refunded in the case of cancellation.
In the instance that the ASCD 2023 physical event cannot proceed or a registered delegate can not attend due to the ongoing COVID19 situation (i.e. border closures or compulsory isolation), all registrations will be transferred to on demand registrations. No administration fee will apply in such a case, and you will be refunded the difference in registration fees. You will be allocated the equivalent on demand registration based on the date you registered.
The members of the ASCD Council and The Production House Events do not accept any liability for any losses incurred pre, post or during the Symposium due to unforeseen cancellation or postponement. In the event of the Symposium being cancelled, no refunds will be issued. All available funds will be credited towards a future symposium/s held by the ASCD. Registration fee does not include accommodation, Gala Dinner tickets, meals for partners and extra tickets for the Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner. Please note there is no entry to the industry exhibition hall without registration to the conference.
No refunds will be given for cancellations received after Friday 10 February 2023.
The members of the ASCD Council and The Production House Events do not accept any liability for any losses incurred pre, post or during the Symposium.
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
Thank you to our valued Sponsors and Exhibitors
Platinum Sponsors
Galderma provides innovative and effective aesthetic solutions, to help make an impact in the lives of consumers. Based on decades of aesthetics innovation and a unique heritage in botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid fillers, and bio-stimulators, our products and services support customers to achieve optimal results that enhance the appearance and meet individual needs.
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Exhibitors
Coffee Cart Sponsor
CPD POINTS
(ASCD) Dermatologists CPD points will apply for this Symposium for Dermatologists
(RACGP) General Practitioners (GP’s) General Practitioners attending the ASCD Symposium will be responsible for self reporting directly to RACGP for CPD points to be allocated.
(ACNP) Nurses & Nurse Practitioners For every hour of active learning, relevant to your current practice, you can log 1 hour of CPD as per the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery board. It is incumbent upon the attendee to record details of the courses they attend and provide evidence of relevance and participation. A certificate of attendance will be provide at the conclusion of the symposium. Nurse practitioners require the standard 20 hours, plus 10 hours relating to their advanced practice, e.g. prescribing. Nurse Practitioners attending and actively participating in the full ASCD Symposium could achieve up to 20 hours towards their annual CPD requirement.
(ASDC) Dermal Therapists The ASCD Symposium is recognised as a CPD opportunity for all ASDC members and they are highly encouraged to attend to demonstrate their industry engagement and professional development. Currently there is not a specific allocated number of CPD points for different level events. Members are required to attend at least 3 industry or ASDC events over the course of a year.
FAQs
Yes all sessions will be recorded, however, some presentations will not be available post-event due to patient privacy. The vast majority will be made available post-event to all attendees.
We hope that you can join us in-person, however, should you be unable to attend, your registration will revert to an on demand registration and the difference of registration fee will be refunded.
The dress code for the Symposium and Welcome Reception is Business Casual. The dress code for the Gala Dinner is Formal.
Accommodation bookings can be made during the registration process at the discounted conference rate. Please contact ascd@tphe.com.au should you wish to make any changes to your accommodation booking.
Please do not contact the hotels directly as they do not have access to group booking details.
At the conclusion of the symposium, you will receive a digital copy of your certificate of attendance.
CONTACT US
For information on any aspect of the ASCD Symposium, please contact:
The Production House Events
+61 3 9020 7057
SOCIAL EVENTS
There are two social events taking place during the 2023 ASCD Symposium. Register early as these events are likely to sell out.
Welcome Reception Sponsored by Allergan
Crown Conference Centre
Date: Friday 24 March 2023 Time: 6.00 – 7.30pm
Dress: Smart Casual
Join us for the ASCD welcome drinks where we will welcome delegates from around the country whilst enjoying Australian wines and delicious food.
This event is included in full symposium registrations. Tickets for guests or those with day passes can be purchased for $95 per ticket.
Black and White Gala Dinner Sponsored by Galderma
Glasshouse Melbourne
Date: Saturday 25 March 2023 Time: 7.00 – 11.00pm
Dress: Formal Black and White
The Gala Dinner will be the social highlight of the ASCD Symposium, and will be held at one of Melbourne’s most beautiful venues. It’s a perfect opportunity to unwind after a day of information gathering. Enjoy great Melbourne food, network with your peers and be entertained!
Gala Dinner Tickets will be an additional cost of $175. Additional tickets for guests can be purchased for $250 per ticket.