What Dermatology Gets Wrong About Lasers: How to Safely Treat Every Fitzpatrick Skin Type

Join leading dermatology experts Dr. Corey Hartman & Dr. Michelle Henry as they share proven protocols for safely treating acne, PIH, melasma, rosacea, and rejuvenation across Fitzpatrick types I-VI. This clinical-focused session addresses the unique challenges of laser treatments in darker skin tones and demonstrates how Aerolase's 650-microsecond technology enables consistent, predictable outcomes without the thermal damage risk associated with traditional lasers.

Key Topics Covered:

• Evidence-based treatment parameters for each Fitzpatrick type and indication
• Side-by-side comparisons: Aerolase vs. traditional Q-switched and fractional platforms
• Real patient cases showcasing before/after results across diverse skin tones
• Clinical pearls for avoiding complications (PIH, hypopigmentation, scarring)
• Debunking common myths about laser safety in melanin-rich skin
• Practice integration strategies to expand your patient demographics

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Register to watch this webinar live on January 14, 2026 at 8:00pm EST!

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Presented by Corey Hartman, MD, FAAD

Founder and medical director of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, Alabama, and Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Hartman specializes in cosmetic dermatology, injectables, laser treatments, and hair restoration across all skin types.

Dr. Hartman trained at UCLA and Howard University, developing expertise in tailoring procedures for diverse patient populations. He is an Allergan Advanced Injector Trainer, serves on advisory boards for Men's Health Magazine, Allergan Aesthetics, Galderma Aesthetics, and Revision Skin Care, and is a Board Director for the Skin of Color Society. Named physician spokesman for Old Spice's skincare line in 2020, Dr. Hartman is a nationally recognized speaker on cosmetic procedures and social media marketing in dermatology.

Presented by Michelle Henry, MD

Board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon, CEO and founder of Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan, and Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College. She completed her dermatology residency as Chief Resident at Mount Sinai Hospital and a Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship at Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Henry specializes in high-risk skin cancer treatments, cosmetic surgery, hair loss, and treatments for diverse skin types. A Castle Connolly and New York Magazine Top Doctor, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Melanoma Research Foundation and L'Oréal's product validation board. She is a distinguished fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and American College of Mohs Surgery. An international speaker and Today show medical contributor, Dr. Henry has been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, and Harper's Bazaar for her clinical expertise and advocacy for skin of color.