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AIA Advanced Cadaver Lab

Learn the secrets of facial anatomy through hands-on cadaver dissection. The gold standard in injection safety education.

JUL 10

July 10 – 12, 2026

Dallas, TX

OCT 02

Oct 2 – 3, 2026

Chicago, IL

NOV 13

Nov 13 – 15, 2026

Phoenix, AZ

Learn the Secrets of Facial Anatomy

Safe, confident injections come from a deep understanding of the layers of the face. See beneath the surface with a hands-on cadaver dissection lab and a live-patient injection anatomy demonstration.

The AIA Advanced Cadaver Lab pioneered the use of anatomical dissection for aesthetic injectors. The program is constantly evolving, perfect for first-time learners and returning attendees alike.

What Attendees Will Learn

Key Topics Covered

Injector-Relevant Anatomy

Instruction focused on injection safety and getting the best treatment results across all facial regions.

Cross-Sectional Dissection

Gain a full 3D understanding of the layers and hidden structures of the face through hands-on work.

Filler Complications Panel

Practical advice from experienced injectors on how to prevent and treat complications.

Attendee Expectations

What to Expect

  • The role depth plays in injection safety
    Understand how depth varies in different areas of the face and why it matters for patient safety.

  • Facial structures guide injection placement
    Learn how different facial structures can help guide where you inject for the best results

  • Filler product behavior beneath the skin
    See how different filler products behave beneath the skin to inform which product you use where.

  • Hands-on cadaver dissection experience
    Work directly with cadaver specimens under expert guidance in a controlled lab environment.

  • Live-patient injection anatomy demonstration
    Observe real-time injection techniques demonstrated on a live patient by expert instructors.

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AmSpa members receive preferred pricing on all trainings.

Event Details

  • Duration
    3-day intensive training
  • CME Credits
    CME-accredited training

  • Who Should Attend
    MDs, DOs, NPs, PAs, RNs in aesthetics

  • Member Pricing
    AmSpa members receive preferred rates

Featured Faculty

Learn from Industry Leaders

Course Chairman

Chris Surek, DO, FACS

Dr. Surek is a board-certified plastic surgeon and internationally recognized facial anatomist. He is an assistant professor of anatomy at Kansas City University and clinical assistant professor of plastic surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Surek is the founder and director of the Academy for Injection Anatomy, and he specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face, breast and body, as well as non-invasive facial rejuvenation procedures.

Faculty

George Baxter-Holder, DNP, ARNP, CANS, ISPAN-F,

Trained as a board-certified aesthetic nurse practitioner and doctor of nursing practice, he helps patients reverse the signs of aging at SkinSpirit Medical Spa in Austin, TX. Additionally, and he is the most utilized trainer with Galderma Aesthetics. He holds a doctorate from Duke University and a Masters from the University of Washington.

Faculty

Hermine Warren, DNP, APRN, CANS, ISPAN-F, CNM

Hermine Warren, a doctor of nursing practice (DNP), has been in nursing since 1974, with an advanced practice degree since 1980. She is also a certified aesthetic nurse specialist (CANS) in Southern California, an educational/clinical trainer both internationally and nationally, a GenNOW and P.A.L.E.T.T.E faculty member; and has maintained a clinical practice in the non-surgical cosmetic subspecialty field since 2004.

Attendee Testimonials

Hear from Past Attendees

“It’s one thing where we learn things on paper, and we learn things in this very 2D view, but when you’re able to see it, and feel it, and dissect it, it gives you a totally different perspective.”

Jennifer Fleming, NP

Owner, The Alchemy Clinic

“I do not believe that any injector should be practicing on a live patient until they are actually able to dissect a face and look at the anatomy.”

Stephanie Porter, ANP-C

Owner, Tenth Avenue Aesthetics

Ready to See Beneath the Surface?

Join hundreds of aesthetic injectors who have transformed their practice with the AIA Advanced Cadaver Lab.