V-th ASCAD CONGRESS 2026

Theme: Discover the future of anti-aging & aesthetic medicine

Location: Marriott Hotel, Tirana, Albania

DAY II – 11 OCTOBER 2026

Session 1

Moderators: Ilir Besimi, Xhiliola Doci, Marjeta Gjomemo

08:30–08:45
Beyond wrinkles: The expanding role of Botulinum Toxin in dermatology Orjana Janushaj
08:45–09:00
Botulinum Toxin complications Kosta Kalokasidis
09:00–09:15
The inflammatory truth about skin boosters Dr. Abs Settipalli
09:15–09:30
High Frequency Ultrasound (HFUS) and AI in aesthetic medicine and dermatology Artur Bani

Session 2

Moderators: Laura Hyska, Elno Cano, Juliette Naqo

09:30–09:45
Acne: Beyond the lesion. From pathogenesis to precision treatment Xhiliola Doci
09:45–10:00
New protocols on acne scars treatment Irena Savo
10:00–10:15
Trichoscopy: what we need to know Oljeda Kacani
10:15–10:30
Synergistic effects of hyaluronic acid and hybrid laser in skin remodeling and anti-aging processes Erinda Kollcaku
10:30–10:45
Artificial Intelligence in aesthetic medicine Merita Kotori
10:45–11:00 Coffee Break

Session 3

Moderators: Allma Kocinaj, Merita Kotorri, Anila Gjokutaj

11:00–11:15
Skin quality versus volume: The role of skinboosters in modern medicine Ela Treko
11:15–11:30
Cosmetic therapy with PRP and PRF plasma: A new integrative approach in dermatocosmetics Ardiana Sinani
11:30–11:45
Melasma: From pathogenesis to personalized management evidence-based overview Emiljola Janushaj
11:45–12:00
New treatment options for cellulitis Migena Gega
12:00–12:15
What's new in the management of Rosacea Arbnore Tafica

Session 4: Plastic Surgery

Moderators: Vladimir Filaj, Rezarta Kapaj, Nardi Kola, Senera Hoxha

12:15–12:30
Keloids treatment challenges Gentian Zikaj
12:30–12:45
Modern approaches to the upper facial third harmonisation: Blepharoplasty and temporal lifting Vladimir Filaj
12:45–13:00
Incorporation of the Vertical Vector in the medial approach deep plane face lift Rezarta Kapaj
13:00–13:15
My surgical approach for aesthetic periorbital surgery Nardi Kola
13:15–13:45 Lunch

Workshop Program & Live Demonstrations

Moderators: Live Demonstration Workshops

13:45–14:35
AESTHEMED BALKANS

JETPEEL, the skin rejuvenation. Our 5-year journey.

Asst. Prof. Migena Gega
14:35–15:25
PHARMACERIS

MelanoControl: from active pigment reduction to long-term stabilization.

Dr. Jessica Aouad

Seborrheic Dermatitis and the Skin Microbiome: Malassezia, Barrier Dysfunction and Inflammatory Signaling.

Dr. Jessica Aouad
15:25–16:15
LAZERMED

Facial and arm sculpturing with 'injectable' quantum RF under local anesthesia.

Dr. Salvatore Pagano
16:15–17:05
UNITEDMED

Expanding the Clinical Potential of Rejuran: From Scar Management to Lip Enhancement.

Dr. Olivia Shabani