The 6th Symposium on Aesthetic Medicine held recently in Skopje brought together some of the leading minds in the field, showcasing the latest trends and innovations.
Organized by the Association for Aesthetic Medicine (ZEM), the event attracted doctors, dermatovenereologists, plastic surgeons, and professionals from the region, fostering knowledge exchange and professional development.
According to Jovicа Andovski, the Deputy Minister of Health, "This way of sharing knowledge and experiences among professionals is of exceptional importance for the development and advancement of aesthetic medicine, which is growing and relatively new." His remarks underline the significance of ethical application and the integration of advanced techniques.
The program focused heavily on non-surgical aesthetic treatments, showcasing the newest injection therapies and laser methods. With the healthcare professionals' continuous evolution, safety standards gained considerable attention during discussions.
Igor Peev, President of ZEM, emphasized, "Our goal is to provide a platform for the latest scientific and practical achievements, which will help raise standards and improve treatment quality for patients." The symposium also featured specialized workshops, allowing participants to practically learn new techniques.
Alongside these educational efforts, ZEM, together with the Association of Dermatovenerologists and the Macedonian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons, is advocating for changes to the Law on Health Activity. Their proposal aims to restrict aesthetic medical interventions to qualified professionals only.
This significant push is anticipated to raise safety and quality standards, ensuring patients are protected from improperly conducted procedures. Currently, the existing legislation does not sufficiently differentiate between medical aesthetic interventions and non-medical procedures like tattoos and piercings, prompting concerns about patient welfare.
The association called upon relevant institutions, medical professionals, and the media to support this initiative aimed at enhancing public health and elevational standards within aesthetic medicine.
Through this symposium, ZEM hopes to lay the groundwork for continued professional development, quality improvement, and the ethical undertaking of aesthetic procedures, ensuring the trust and safety of those seeking treatment.
With aesthetic medicine on the rise, gatherings like these play a pivotal role not only in sharing best practices but also in shaping the future of health regulations to safeguard public interest. The steps taken here signal the commitment to excellence and professionalism, contributing positively to the healthcare narrative in North Macedonia.