Mastering Modern Techniques in Facial Cosmetic Surgery

Step into the future of facial cosmetic surgery with an exclusive, hands-on cadaver course designed to sharpen your skills and elevate your artistry. Co-chaired by renowned experts Dr. Kevin Duplechain and Dr. Daria Hamrah, this intensive training blends advanced didactic sessions with practical, cadaver-based instruction in a collaborative, small-group environment.

Tailored for both seasoned surgeons and those early in their cosmetic journey, the course offers a rare opportunity to learn and apply the latest, cutting-edge techniques in facial rejuvenation. From mastering deep plane face lift anatomy to perfecting the endoscopic brow lift, each session is structured to deepen anatomical understanding, refine surgical precision, and enhance complication management.

Whether you’re looking to expand your surgical repertoire or elevate your outcomes, this course delivers a high-impact learning experience designed for real-world excellence.

Sponsored by: The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

Join an immersive experience combining expert-led instruction and hands-on cadaver dissection in a collaborative small-group setting. 28-32 attendees (32 max)

Registration opening soon.

Program at a Glance

Draft Program at a Glance as of 7/24/2025

Cadaver-Based Training in High-Demand Procedures

Didactic Session (Half Day)

Saturday, April 25, 12:00–5:30 PM — The Inn at Celebration, Kissimmee, FL

Lab Session (Full Day)

Sunday, April 26, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM — AdventHealth Nicholson Center, Celebration, FL

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Perform the endoscopic brow lift with attention to technique and anatomic nuance.
Identify and execute the core approaches to upper and lower blepharoplasty.
Demonstrate the step-by-step technique for hairline lowering surgery.
Describe the surgical anatomy and sequence of steps for face lifting and neck contouring.
Demonstrate familiarity with the relevant anatomy critical to performing a deep plane face lift safely and effectively.
Assess indications for facial implants and integrate them appropriately into facial rejuvenation plans.

Target Audience

This course is designed for cosmetic surgeons committed to staying at the forefront of aesthetic surgery. Ideal for both established practitioners and rising talent, participants will gain advanced knowledge, refined technique, and hands-on mastery of high-level procedures essential to modern facial rejuvenation.

Hands-on Procedures

Brow Lift
Upper Blepharoplasty
Lower Blepharoplasty
Deep Plane Face Lift
Deep Neck Lift
Chin Implant

About the Chairs

J. Kevin Duplechain, MD, FAACS, FACS is a cosmetic surgeon who performs over 1000 procedures annually from his practice in Lafayette, Louisiana. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Dr. Duplechain’s practice focuses on facial and body rejuvenation. Dr. Duplechain is co-founder and owner of Laser Skin Care of Louisiana, where the latest techniques in skin rejuvenation are practiced. He is an AACS Past President.

Daria Hamrah, DMD, FAACS is in private practice in the greater Washington, D.C metro at Hamrah Cosmetic Surgery in McLean, VA, which he founded in 2009. He was born and raised in Germany and is double board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Facial Cosmetic Surgery. His dental and medical training ranged all the way from Universities in Germany (Mainz University), Harvard, University of Miami, and UT Southwestern Medical School. He is also Co-Founder of the Cleft-, Lip- and Palate Foundation “Alegria” and is committed to annual mission trips to South America.