FaceAcademy 360
This course has Live (in-person) attendance only

June 8 - 10, 2026 - Mayo Clinic - Rochester, Minnesota
The FaceAcademy 360 Master Course is designed to meet the growing need for plastic surgeons to master a comprehensive range of aesthetic procedures. Built on an in-depth understanding of deep plane face and neck anatomy, the curriculum also integrates eyelid and brow rejuvenation techniques along with advanced facial skin resurfacing methods.
Program Highlights
- 3 Days of Hands-On Dissections guided by experts in the field
- 3D Anatomy Lectures and videos of the Deep Plane Face and Neck
- Interactive 3D & Virtual Reality Content featuring procedures from the surgeon’s perspective
- Hands-On Open Deep Plane Facelift Approach (Day 1)
- Hands-On Endoscopic Deep Plane Facelift & Brow Lift (Day 2) on a new specimen
- Hands-On Deep Plane Neck Lift (Day 3)
- Hands-On Laser Skin Resurfacing
- High-Yield Lectures on techniques and strategies to improve outcomes
Target Audience
This course is designed for surgeons in the field of plastic surgery.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe current concepts in facial soft tissue and bony aging.
- Identify the facial retaining ligaments zone.
- Integrate brow lift approaches to manage the temple during facelift surgery.
- Identify the orbital septum, trough ligament, and orbicularis retaining ligament.
- Identify the deep plane (Sub-SMAS) using the premasseteric space, pre zygomatic space, preseptal space, upper premasseteric space and magic curtain (platysma).
- Practice elevating the anterior platysma.
- Practice identifying the deep neck fat compartments.
- Practice identifying the anterior belly of the digastric muscles.
- Practice identifying the submandibular glands and relationship of vascular pedicles and facial nerve branches.
- Recognize the role of fat grafting in facial regeneration.
- Practice submandibular gland reduction.
- Recognize the role of skin resurfacing in facial rejuvenation.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
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All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 22.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8.00 |
| Tuesday | 8.00 |
| Wednesday | 6.50 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 22.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 22.50 Attendance
Mayo Clinic recognizes these types of educational programs would not be possible without your support; however, this course is not able to offer any opportunities at this time.
Price
Please update your profile to let us know if you have dietary restrictions or access requirements.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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