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We are excited to invite you to attend the 9th Annual Masters of Aesthetics™ Symposium. The Masters of Aesthetics™ Symposium will feature a large and diverse group of the world leaders, inventors and innovators in the fields of lasers, energy-based treatments, toxins, soft tissue fillers and all areas of aesthetic-based treatments; truly the “Masters” of aesthetics. The course objectives will focus on practical tips for physicians to learn cutting-edge aesthetic techniques and treatment pearls.  

​This is the first meeting to emphasize optimal treatment settings and clinical endpoints that can immediately translate into clinical practice.  Clearly, there is a need for such a meeting in this ever-expanding field, where best practices are often mysterious to new and experienced physicians alike. The scientific program is ever-evolving and will feature front-line technologies in energy-based devices, injectables, and aesthetic procedures. This meeting has emerged as a must-attend conference within this field. ​

​​The Masters of Aesthetics™ Symposium provides a unique opportunity to understand proper aesthetic techniques, new treatment paradigms with lasers, emerging technologies, as well as new combination/multi-modal treatments. A comprehensive curriculum will be presented with practical educational lectures and live demonstrations of injectables and energy-based device procedures. It will also offer a wonderful opportunity to interact with world leaders in our field all in the same platform.
We look forward to seeing you in San Diego!

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​In Loving Memory of Richard Fitzpatrick, MD
Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick, affectionately known as “Fitz,” was born July 21, 1944, in Atlanta, Georgia; and passed away July 12, 2014, at his home in Rancho Santa Fe, surrounded by his family, following a ten year battle with prostate cancer.

Fitz was an internationally recognized leader in Dermatology and Laser Surgery. His historic discovery of skin resurfacing with lasers is considered to be among the leading advances in Dermatology. He received numerous National Awards including the Leon Goldman Award, the Elliot Drake Lectureship Award, and the Caroline and William Mark Award from the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery where he served as President from 2000-2001. 
He served on the boards of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery as well as the American Cancer Society, where he was President in 1991. He was also the founder of SkinMedica, one of the premier cosmeceutical skin care lines in the country.

Fitz’s second greatest love, after his family, was his long and varied career in dermatology, which included 36 years of private medical and surgical practice in San Diego. After graduating from Princeton University in 1966, Fitz studied medicine at Emory University, achieving membership in Alpha Omega Alpha, and completed an internship in general medicine at the University of Southern California. He entered the Navy, serving as a general medical officer achieving the rank of Commander from 1971-1974, and completed his residency in Dermatology at UCLA in 1978. He then moved to San Diego and opened Dermatology Associate in La Jolla and Encinitas. Fitz had a laser in his had until the very end, working at Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick, Groff & Fabi.

​In addition to treating tens of thousands of patients, Fitz conducted over 130 medical research projects and published over 130 medical papers, 3 medical textbooks and nearly 60 textbook chapters.

His accomplishments and his contributions to the world of dermatology were enhanced by his genuine love of life. When he took off his doctor’s coat, everyone clearly saw a side of Fitz that you could never imagine. From Mr. Incredible, to the “Laser King,” to donning his favorite Ike Turner hot pink suit, Fitz lived life to the fullest. His laughter was contagious and he was an inspiration of strength and courage to all who knew him. He was an eternal optimist who will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Above all else, Fitz loved and adored his family, including his wife, Betsy, four daughters and a son: Palmer Fitzpatrick, Elizabeth Calders, Ted Fitzpatrick, Maggi Fitzpatrick, Caitlin Fitzpatrick, and four grandchildren: Kasey, Kate, Topher, and Griffin.

He influenced the lives of countless physicians and changed the face of cosmetic dermatology forever.
Recipients of the Richard E. Fitzpatrick, MD award
Rox Anderson, MD
2015 Recipient
Jean Carruthers, MD
2016 Recipient
Jeffrey Klein, MD
2017 Recipient
Dieter Mannstein, MD, PhD
2018 Recipient
Stuart Nelson, MD, PhD
2019 Recipient
Sandra Lee, MD
​2020 Recipient
Tina Alster, MD
​2022 Recipient
Pearl Grimes, MD
​2023 Recipient