Leadership & Governance
Governance
The work of ASLMS is guided by a dedicated board of directors and member committees who set strategic direction, uphold high standards of clinical care, and advance the field of laser medicine. Members can log in to review the Strategic Plan, Business Meeting agendas, and minutes from past sessions.
ASLMS Leadership
Board of Directors
The board of directors of ASLMS, elected by the members, serves the Society by guiding and advancing the work of the organization to fulfill its mission.
Committees
In addition to the board, ASLMS has a number of committees covering all facets of governance. Members are encouraged to volunteer by serving on a committee.
International Ambassadors
International members are appointed to actively recruit new members and encourage abstract submissions and conference attendance.
Task Forces
Temporary groups formed to achieve a specific objective.
Elections
Now accepting nominations for a number of positions for the 2027 Election until August 15, 2026.
ASLMS Governance Documents
Code of Ethics
Read the ASLMS Code of Ethics.
Board Policies
The Board of Directors adopts these Board Policies to provide details governing the affairs of the Society.
Bylaws
Bylaws of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc.
Strategic Plan
ASLMS Strategic Plan for January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2028.
Business Meeting Agenda
The agenda for the ASLMS 2026 Business Meeting.
Business Meeting Minutes
Minutes from the ASLMS 2025 Business meeting.
IDEA Position Statement
These positions were drafted by the ASLMS committee on inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA Committee) and recognized.
Get Involved
Join the Board
Now accepting applications for one Early Career Scientist Student Board Representative for the 2026–2028 term.
Global Network
International Ambassadors
An International Ambassador Program launched in September 2017. International members are appointed to actively recruit new members, encourage abstract submissions, and grow conference attendance around the world.
Sami Alsuwaidan, MD
King Saud University
Saudi Arabia
Stephan Grosse-Buening, MD
Skinmedical Düsseldorf
Portugal
Katharina Russe-Wilflingseder, MD
Medical Center Innsbruck
Austria
Henry Chan, MD, PhD, FRCP
The University of Hong Kong
China, Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan
Merete Haedersdal, MD, PhD, DMSc
Bispebjerg Hospital
Denmark
Agustina Vila Echague, MD, PhD
Instituto Vila Echague
Argentina
Eujin Cho, MD, PhD
Korea University
Hawaii, the Middle East, Qatar, the UAE, Korea
Taro Kono, MD, PhD
Tokai University
Japan
Ying Wang, MD, PhD
Peking Union Medical College
China
Fabricio Doin Paz de Oliveira, MD
Hospital Sírio-Libanês
Brazil
Dieter Manstein, MD, PhD
Massachusetts General Hospital
Germany
Karim Magdi Gabr, MSc, DALM
Athens Laser Institute
Germany, EU, Switzerland
Get Involved
Become an Ambassador
If you are interested in becoming an ASLMS International Ambassador, contact us by email at information@aslms.org.
Continuity of Leadership
ASLMS Presidents
Our presidents — past, present and future — meet periodically to provide insights on Society initiatives. View ASLMS Past Presidents.
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