Why do doctors go to medical conferences?

This past week, I traveled to Beverly Hills to attend a very interesting conference organized by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.  The meeting focused on advanced facial rejuvenation techniques.  Hundreds of surgeons from around the world, including Brazil, the Netherlands, New York, Miami, and even Beverly Hills were in attendance (there may have also been some doctors you’ve seen on TV before).

We discussed advanced surgical techniques for facelifts, necklifts, eyelid surgery, and forehead surgery. We also covered the myriad of non-surgical procedures for facial rejuvenation, including every dermal filler, every laser, and every non-surgical machine you have ever heard of.

What are the benefits of me attending conferences like this?

-        -  They are a great way to reconnect with my colleagues in the facial plastic surgery world. I also get a chance to meet many more during the meeting. As a whole, the community of facial plastic surgeons is very small compared to most surgical specialties worldwide. I really enjoy seeing familiar faces and being a part of an organization that works to advance our areas of expertise.

-        -  These meeting are incredibly stimulating for me as a surgeon.  Throughout our careers, we are constantly striving to improve.  Even the most skilled, most famous surgeons in the world are always looking to improve.  Discussing ideas and learning from my colleagues not only helps me sharpen my skills, but also gets me excited about the future of the practice and the possibilities that are yet to come.

-        -  I connect with cutting-edge companies and vendors who are developing the new, groundbreaking machines that we incorporate into our practices. I see something brand new that is being developed at every meeting I attend.  The future of facial rejuvenation is very exciting!

-        -  They’re tons of fun!  I had a chance to see some old friends and catch up, exchange stories of our adventures through medicine, and share ideas and experiences that have shaped who I am as a surgeon.  It is fun to experience Beverly Hills, if only for a few days.

After returning to Reno, I felt rejuvenated.  I had a great time during my trip, but there is no place like Northern Nevada.  I brought home a lot of new ideas and exciting plans for the future of Sierra Nevada Cosmetic and Laser Surgery.  I also reinforced my own techniques for all of my surgeries and procedures.

I bring all of this back to my patients and strive to provide you with the most advanced, state-of-the-art facial rejuvenation options available.  I’m looking forward to our next meeting, this fall in Nashville.

Here’s to the beautiful human face,

-         -    Dr. Yamamoto