Aesthetic Anatomy In Depth: A Hands-On Cadaver Injection Masterclass

November 17 - November 18, 2025 (Dusseldorf, Germany)

Scientific Agenda

Join AAAM for an immersive, hands-on training designed for aesthetic professionals seeking to elevate their understanding of facial anatomy and injection safety. Learn from the leading experts in Aesthetics and Anatomy. Through expert-guided cadaver dissections and aesthetic injectables workshops, this course provides deep anatomical insight and practical understanding essential for safe and effective aesthetic procedures. See beneath the surface. Inject with confidence.

AAAM Board Certified Faculty:
1. Dr Gordon Ku (Australia)
Creator of Depth Anatomy Injection Techniques
International Speaker and Educator in Advanced Cosmetic Injectables and Cadaver Dissections
Author of “The Depth Anatomy Code”

2. Dr. Zhixiong Chang (Germany)
Lecturer of Clinical Anatomy, Institute of Anatomy I, University Hospital of Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
Research Group Member in Clinical Anatomy
Author of CHANG & FILLER's Anatomy of Facial Aesthetics - Atlas of Cadaver Dissection Series



Top 5 Reasons to Attend the Course:

1. In-Depth Understanding of Facial Anatomy Relevant to Aesthetic Injections
    - See real, 3-D structures, not just textbook diagrams
    - Understand the layers of skin, fat, fascia, muscles, nerves, arteries and bone relationships
    - Identify anatomical danger zones to avoid complications during aesthetic injections

2. Improved Injection Safety
    - Learn how to perform aesthetic injections with greater precision and safety
    - Understand where and how complications like vascular occlusions can occur and how to avoid them
    - Practice safe needle and cannula techniques in a risk-free environment

3. Bridging Theory with Practice
    - Integrate anatomical theory directly with hands-on experience
    - Apply knowledge to real-world scenarios for more predictable aesthetic outcomes
    - Solidify your understanding through tactile, visual, and kinesthetic learning

4. Enhance Clinical Confidence
     - Develop the confidence to treat complex or high-risk areas (eg. Nose, tear troughs, temples)
     - Gain assurance in handling different anatomical variants among patients
     - Improve decision making in treatment planning

5. Stand Out Professionally
     - Differentiate yourself as a practitioner with advanced anatomical training
     - Add credibility and value to your aesthetics practice

Key Course Learning Objectives:
1. Master the anatomical layers of the face relevant to aesthetic injections
2. Identify crucial vascular and neutral landmarks to avoid complications
3. Practice safe and effective injection techniques in high-risk zones
4. Correlate surface anatomy with underlying structures for improved aesthetic outcomes


Course Features:
1. Fresh frozen cadaver dissection with expert supervision
2. Small doctors to cadaver ratio to maximize learning
3. State-of-the-Art Equipment and Facilities to enhance the overall learning experience

Course is limited to 16 participants.

Course Outline (Germany Time):

DAY 1: 
17 November (Monday)


08:15 – 08:30

Collection of Lecture Notes

 

08:30 – 09:30

Introduction

 

·       Guided Tour through the Facility

·       The importance of anatomy in aesthetic medicine

·       Overview of the facial anatomy

·       Botulinum Toxin, HA-Filler, PDO-Thread

 

09:30 – 09:35

Short Break

09:35 – 11:00

Zones: Forehead + Periorbital (40 Min. Theory + Live Demonstration) (45 Min. Hands-On Practice)

 

11:00 – 11:10

Break (Participants are also allowed to use this time to practice injection techniques independently on Cadavers)

11:10 – 12:35

Zone: Temple (40 Min. Theory + Live Demonstration) (45 Min. Hands-On Practice)

12:35 – 13:35

Lunch Break

13:40 – 14:55

Zone: Nose (35 Min. Theory + Live Demonstration) (40 Min. Hands-On Practice)


14:55 – 15:00

Short Break

15:00 – 15:45

Introduction to Cadaver Dissection

·       Layered anatomy & dissection

·       Special facts about the functional anatomy of the face

15:45 – 17:30

Hands-On Cadaver Dissection of the following Zones + Hands-On Practice: Forehead, Periorbital Region, Temples, Nose

·       Exposure of the facial muscles, Vessels, Nerves

·       Evaluation of the visible PDO-Thread placement and colored synthetic Filler injections

·       Experimenting and visualizing different viscosities of fillers in the tissue

o   In-situ dissolving with Hyaluronidase

o   Simulation of an intravascular injection (complication) & dissolve

 

DAY 2: 
18 November 2025 (Tuesday)


08:30 – 09:45

Zone: Cheeks (35 Min. Theory + Live Demonstration) (40 Min. Hands-On Practice)

·       Functional Anatomy

·       HA-Filler, PDO-Thread

·       Demonstration of different techniques & Hands-On practice and experiment on Cadavers

·       Using colored synthetic Filler for later evaluation and visualization during the Dissection

09:45 – 09:50

Short Break

09:50 – 11:05

Zones: Perioral + Lips (35 Min. Theory + Live Demonstration) (40 Min. Hands-On Practice)

·       Functional Anatomy

·       Botulinum Toxin, HA-Filler, PDO-Thread

·       Demonstration of different techniques & Hands-On practice and experiment on Cadavers

·       Using colored synthetic Filler for later evaluation and visualization during the Dissection

11:05 – 11:20

Break (Participants are also allowed to use this time to practice injection techniques independently on Cadavers)

11:20 – 13:05

Zones: Jawline + Neck (45 Min. Theory + Live Demonstration) (1 hr Hands-On Practice)

·       Functional Anatomy

·       Botulinum Toxin, HA-Filler, PDO-Thread

·       Demonstration of different techniques & Hands-On practice and experiment on Cadavers

·       Using colored synthetic Filler for later evaluation and visualization during the Dissection

13:05 – 14:05

Lunch

14:10 – 14:25

Presentation of Certificates and Photo Session

14:25 – 16:45

Hands-On Cadaver Dissection of the following Zones + Hands-On Injection Practice: Cheeks, Perioral, Lips, Jawline, Neck

·       Exposure of the facial muscles, Vessels, Nerves

·       Evaluation of the visible PDO-Thread placement and colored synthetic Filler injections

·       Experimenting and visualizing different viscosities of fillers in the tissue

o   In-situ dissolving with Hyaluronidase

o   Simulation of an intravascular injection (complication) & dissolve

 

16:45 – 17:00

Summary and End of the Workshop

17:00 – 17:30

Opportunity for individual Q&A with the trainers (Participants are also allowed to use this time to practice & dissect independently on Cadavers)


Step 1: AAAM Regular Membership:
Most doctors join AAAM Regular Membership at USD 200 nett for members’ privileged rates in all AAAM courses. Membership automatically discontinues after one year with option to renew at same fee. All Members receive a Membership Certificate, complimentary access to e-journals and newsletters etc. Membership can be conveniently completed with card payment:
https://www.aaamed.org/membership.php

1) Firstly set-up your login details & click “Register New Account”
2) Next 
enter your details click “Register”
3) Select “Membership”
 from menu bar and “Join as Member” to submit application
4) Once re-directed to Membership page, select “Membership” from menu bar and “Join as Member” to complete application with credit card payment       
5) Upload your valid medical registration from top of same webpage for membership approval by clicking “Upload my Medical License”
6) Upon successful card transaction, your Member ID is emailed within one business day

Step 2: Online Course Booking with Payment ASAP:
Enter the same email and password set-up for your membership application for course registration from: https://europeaestheticmedicine.com/master-course.php

Seat is confirmed upon receipt of payment.


Enquiries on Course Registration and Payment Methods:

Jessica Mok
American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
Email: Jessicamok@aaamed.org or jessicamok@ezyhealth.com
Whatsapp/Viber: +65 93374708


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