Regenerative Aesthetics: Advancing Science, Safety, and Strategy in Practice

Saturday, May 30, 2026

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM US PT

Location: CME Breakout Stage - Royal Ballroom 1

CE: 2

Session Chair/Moderator(s)

Ashkan Ghavami, MD

Medical Doctor
Ghavami Plastic Surgery
Beverly Hills, CA

Faculty(s)

Ziv Peled, MD

Owner
Peled Plastic Surgery
San Francisco, CA

Panelist(s)

Ziv Peled, MD

Owner
Peled Plastic Surgery
San Francisco, CA
Larissa Pastore, Medical Doctor

Dermatology Research Fellow
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Ivona Percec, MD PhD

Associate Professor
University of Pennsylvania
Haverford, PA
Randy Miller, MD

Plastic Surgery and Stem Cell Therapy
MILLER PLASTIC SURGERY
MIAMI, FL
Michael Byrd, JD

CEO
ByrdAdatto

A VCS x SDARTS Collaboration

This session will go beyond techniques to explore the broader landscape of regenerative aesthetics, focusing on the science, strategic integration into practice, and the regulatory and ethical considerations shaping the future. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to critically evaluate and implement bioregenerative therapies while navigating the complexities of this rapidly evolving field. By focusing on the strategic, scientific, and regulatory aspects of regenerative aesthetics, this session will stand out as a broader, more future-oriented exploration of the field, complementing the technique-heavy focus of "Awakening the Body's Potential.

What to Expect & Learning Objectives:

Analyze the latest scientific advancements in regenerative aesthetics and their implications for clinical practice.
Develop strategies for integrating bioregenerative therapies into existing treatment protocols.
Address common misconceptions about regenerative therapies to ensure evidence-based practice.
Navigate the legal and regulatory landscape of regenerative aesthetics to minimize risks and ensure compliance.

Presentations:

10:30 AM - 10:35 AM US PT

Opening Remarks
10:35 AM - 11:00 AM US PT

Beyond Fillers and Facelifts: The Science Driving Regenerative Medicine & Aesthetics
Faculty: Ziv M. Peled, MD – Peled Plastic Surgery
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM US PT

Mythbusters & Misconceptions Panel Discussion
Panelist: Larissa Pastore, Medical Doctor – Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Panelist: Ziv M. Peled, MD – Peled Plastic Surgery
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM US PT

Building a Regenerative Aesthetics Practice Panel Discussion
Panelist: Ivona Percec, MD PhD – University of Pennsylvania
Faculty: Randy Miller, MD – MILLER PLASTIC SURGERY
11:50 AM - 12:20 PM US PT

Risk Mitigation and Legal Considerations Panel Discussion
Panelist: Michael Byrd, JD – ByrdAdatto
12:20 PM - 12:30 PM US PT

Discussion / Closing Comments