ASLMS Mentorship Program Projects
Mentorship projects may be chosen from the list of board-directed initiatives below, or created by the mentee, and should benefit the ASLMS membership in some way. Project initiatives should reflect ASLMS’ mission and vision.
You may also suggest a project of your own choice.
Open Projects
Research-Based Projects |
| Review the dangers of performing laser and device treatments by non-qualified individuals as opposed to board-certified and trained professionals |
| Review the treatment of nevoid hamartomas with laser and/or energy-based devices based on size, anatomic location, and skin type |
| Use of regenerative medicine in aesthetics (besides hair restoration) – A review |
| A review of the use of PRF in tissue augmentation and it’s efficacy |
Information-Based Projects |
| Build up a series of videos or PowerPoint lectures on various procedures our members perform |
| Create a set of videos geared at patients explaining the qualifications of a laser physician or midlevel supervised by physicians |
| Build a webpage or living document on the ASLMS website that stores a comprehensive collection of the user manuals for all devices from all industry partners of ASLMS |
| Organize a board review competition event to take place at ASLMS |
| Further develop networking with residents across the country |
| Development of a virtual DEI series of educational videos that can be posted and disseminated virtually Include topics like diversifying your staff, diversifying your patient base, managing micro/macroaggressions in the workplace, connecting with patients of different backgrounds, diversifying your inner circle, diversity in research, etc. |
| Develop a networking program to connect residents, clinicians, and scientists to industry partners via networking events, meetings, etc. |
| Create a monthly lecture series on lasers and devices for residents and fellows in training |
| Create a guide on the step-by-step Fellowship process and provide information on how to apply |
| Practice questions specific to the Board Exam: a way to incorporate with Instagram Lives |
Nursing/Allied Health Projects |
| Treatment Photography Standardization Protocol Develop or refine a photography protocol to ensure consistent before/after images (standard backgrounds, lighting, angles) to support documentation, marketing, and legal protection |
| Reducing No-Show Rates in Medical Aesthetics Analyze current scheduling practices and patient reminders, then test interventions (e.g., SMS reminders, deposits, educational touchpoints) to reduce missed appointments |
| Pain Control Protocols Across Modalities Compare patient experiences across microneedling, RF, laser, and injectables using various pain management approaches (topicals, vibration, distraction), and build a best-practice guide |
| Treatment Stacking Protocols: What Works Best and Why? Research outcomes and satisfaction with specific energy-based treatment stacks and create case-based recommendations |
| Building Cross-Disciplinary Protocols with Dermatology or Plastic Surgery Develop pre/post-treatment protocols collaboratively for shared patients (e.g., lasers post-bleph, fillers post-rhino) |
| Improving the Aesthetic Consultation Process Map and analyze the current consult workflow; test new scripting, visual aids, or digital forms to improve conversion and education |
| Diversity in Skin Typing and Treatment Planning Audit Fitzpatrick-based protocols and build a more inclusive guide for assessing and treating patients with diverse skin tones safely |
| Laser Safety Officer Mentorship While working with lasers, assist with documentation audits, signage, eyewear protocols, and beam path safety to build real compliance readiness |
Projects in Process
Research-Based Projects |
| Development of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) curriculum that can be implemented into residency, fellowship programs, or disseminated virtually |
| * Large single-center retrospective study of outcomes of laser-assisted drug delivery of keloids |
| Standardized preoperative/intraoperative systemic pain management protocol for ablative resurfacing |
| Review of facial/upper neck skin tightening and rejuvenation with non-ablative radiofrequency technologies |
| Update on clinical endpoints |
| Skin of Color – Clinical Trials and Research |
| Simplified ANSI Guidelines – mentor with the Safety Awareness Committee |
| Laser Procedure Prep Protocols |
| Serial photos of post-laser healing |
Information-Based Projects |
| Create a guide on how to set up a laser / energy-based device practice |
| * Skin of Color relating to survey distribution to ASLMS members and patients regarding utilization of resources and patient cosmetic needs |
| * Lasers related to periocular laser treatment for dry eye or aesthetics |
| How to provide safe and effective treatment and procedures to patients with skin of color |
* Mentee Suggested Project
Completed Projects
Research-Based Projects |
| Survey dermatology students to highlight gaps in laser education to advocate for early trainer laser education platforms to benefit our early career members Presented at ASLMS 2021 | Abstract available in the ASLMS 2021 Abstracts Issue of LSM |
| * Laser treatment of radiation tattoos and review of ASLMS New Beginnings Program Presented at ASLMS 2021 | Abstract available in the ASLMS 2021 Abstracts Issue of LSM |
| * Ocular complications associated with laser and light-based therapies – literature review and webinar/PowerPoint lecture Presented at ASLMS 2021 | Access presentation |
| Write a primer on laser indications for each specialty to highlight all the various ways in which laser and light devices can be utilized Access document (members only) |
| Research projects pertaining to topics specific to skin of color Examples include: research analyzing racial/ethnic backgrounds of patients undergoing cosmetic procedures to obtain data on aesthetic procedures stratified by race; literature review on device‑based treatment of post‑inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Presented at ASLMS 2022 | Abstract available in the ASLMS 2022 Abstracts Issue of LSM |
| * Retrospective review of lasers and energy-based devices in skin of color patients Presented at ASLMS 2022 | Abstract available in the ASLMS 2022 Abstracts Issue of LSM |
| Create a guide on safety of laser and energy-based devices, masks, plume, etc. Access document (members only) |
| A review of the use of heat for laxity Access document (members only) |
| Write a primer on laser use in skin of color Access document (members only) |
| Write a primer on body contouring, skin tightening, vascular lasers, etc. Access document (members only) |
| Construct a review article on the current practices surrounding the use of laser and light-based technologies to treat post-burn hypertrophic scarring Access presentation (members only) |
| Create a webinar / lecture of complications Access recorded webinar |
| Simplified ANSI Guidelines – mentor with the Safety Awareness Committee Access document (members only) |
| Survey members on devices they use or own (a way to track industry trends and member purchasing) Selected as an ePoster for ASLMS 2026 |
Information-Based Projects |
| Create a board review book specifically for lasers/light energy devices for fast facts and mnemonics Access document (members only) |
| Development of a networking program (or preceptorship) to connect underrepresented residents and young clinicians to seasoned clinicians and scientists in the field of laser medicine (this could be a more formal networking program that entails more spelled out guidelines like monthly check‑ins, and meet‑ups at Presented at ASLMS 2022 | Abstract available in the ASLMS 2022 Abstracts Issue of LSM |
| * Device Specific Checklists for Laser Safety Access document (members only) |
* Mentee Suggested Project
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