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Non-Surgical Symposium
Join us at Australasia’s Premier Educational Event in Non-Surgical Aesthetics
🗓 3-5 June 2022 📍 Gold Coast, Australia
Dear friends of the Non-Surgical Symposium (NSS),
The NSS is an event open to all medical practitioners, nurses and practice staff working in the aesthetic medicine industry.
The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) Board are pleased to be collaborating again with the Australasian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists (ASCD) and welcome the endorsement of the meeting from the New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM)
Following the hugely successful virtual Non-Surgical Symposium 2.0 Reimagined in 2020, we are looking forward to once again bringing you a truly immersive experience in June, but this time in-person.
The health and safety of our attendees has been and always will be our top priority. As such, we have made the decision to reschedule the much-anticipated 10th Anniversary NSS (again) to the new dates: 3 – 5 June 2022 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC).
With attendee safety front-of-mind, all sessions and social events will be hosted within the GCCEC to limit attendee movements. Sessions will be made available on-demand post-event for those who are impacted by COVID-19.
Our team is working hard to ensure all safety precautions are taken, but to also ensure our attendees experience the flair, surprises, excitement, and overall enjoyable experience our attendees have come to love and expect when attending the Non-Surgical Symposium.
We can’t wait to reconnect the Non-Surgical Symposium community and we look forward to welcoming you to the sunny Gold Coast in June to celebrate 10 years of the NSS and 10 years of Innovation, Education & Patient Safety™.
Dr Robert Sheen
ASAPS President
Dr Naveen Somia
NSS Scientific Convenor
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RACS
This educational activity has been approved in the RACS CPD Program and qualifies for 17 Point/s in Educational Activities.. RACS Fellows, Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) and surgeons participating in the RACS CPD Program can claim one point per hour in Educational Activities.
General Practitioners, Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners For those attending the NSS Symposium you will be responsible for self reporting directly to your relevant Society or Association. You will receive a certificate of attendance and a copy of the program which will be required for your submission.
Charity Affiliation

The NSS is fundraising to help people impacted by the floods in Queensland and New South Wales. Communities have been devastated, lives have been lost, and thousands of people have been displaced and left with nothing. Recovery is going to take a long time.
Donations will go to GIVIT’s Storms and Flooding Appeal, and will be used to purchase essential items and services for those affected. 100% of publicly donated money received by GIVIT for the Storms and Flooding Appeal is used to buy exactly what’s needed, when it’s needed. Where possible, GIVIT buys locally to support the economic recovery of impacted regions.
GIVIT is working with the Queensland and New South Wales Governments, as well as support organisations, charities, outreach teams and community groups to identify exactly what’s needed to help people recover.
Aesthetics Uncensored Podcast
In this podcast brought to you by Anybodi Aesthetics, Trish and Nic are thrilled to chat with Dr Naveen Somia about the upcoming highly-awaited 2022 Non-Surgical Symposium. Click here to listen to the podcast on Instagram
NSS 2022 Program Topics
- Beauty, Aesthetics and facial assessment
- Complex cases from my Practice and how to approach them safely
- Personalised skin care using Cosmeceuticals
- Lasers and Energy Devices
- Periorbital Rejuvenation
- Photography, Bias and Ageing
- Hair Transplant Techniques
- Lower Face and Jawline Rejuvenation
- Hi Definition Body Contouring
- Beauty versus attractiveness. What we need to know to optimise patient’s outcome
- Marketing your practice and good customer service
- Male- female attractiveness- differentiated treatment approaches
- Advanced uses of Toxins and Fillers
- Ethnic difference
- Thread lifts
International Keynote Speakers
The Non-Surgical Symposium is well-known for hosting some of the world’s top experts and presenters.
We are excited to welcome the following International Keynote Speakers to the stage. More to be announced shortly.
The NSS has a history of world class speakers from around the globe
These are the speakers who have delivered a talk (or a few!) on the Non-Surgical Symposium stage in previous years. From right across the non-surgical cosmetic medicine spectrum, these speakers have delivered presentations that have kept NSS attendees at the forefront of innovation and patient safety.
Share your expertise
If you are passionate about non-surgical cosmetic treatments and keen to share your share your experience, knowledge, and research findings, the 10th anniversary meeting of the NSS presents the perfect opportunity for you to participate in the scientific program of Australasia’s leading non-surgical meeting.
Be it an innovative way of delivering treatments, a fresh perspective on a technique, or a new piece of technology, our online portal makes it easy for you to submit your abstract for consideration to be presented at the NSS.
Every year we are inundated with submissions and this year being the 10th Anniversary of the NSS, we anticipate an increased number of submissions. While we try and accommodate the best abstracts to enhance the value of the meeting, we are unable to accept all of the abstracts that are submitted.
Submissions must conform to all guidelines as outlined below. Abstracts that do not comply with the rules of submission or layout guidelines will be declined. Abstracts without results (or with “results pending”, “results to be discussed”, or similar) will not be considered for presentation.
Submission of an abstract acknowledges your acceptance for the abstract to be published on print and digital formats for distribution.
I look forward to reviewing your abstracts.
Naveen Somia PhD., FRACS
NSS Scientific Convenor
Important Dates
6 May 2021 – Abstract submissions deadline
28 May 2021 – Successful authors will be notified of outcome
15 Nov 2021 – Abstract submissions reopening
22 Jan 2022 – Abstract submissions deadline
19 Apr 2022 – Updated program release
Abstract Topics
- Beauty, Aesthetics and facial assessment
- Enhancing results by integrating skin care with cosmetic treatments
- Lasers and Energy Devices including tattoo removal
- Periorbital Rejuvenation in the young, middle aged or older person
- Lip rejuvenation in the young, middle age and older person
- Lower Face and Jawline Rejuvenation in the young, middle aged or older person
- Photography
- Hair Transplant Techniques
- Body contouring and skin tightening
- Beauty versus attractiveness. What we need to know to optimise patient’s outcome
- Male- female attractiveness- differentiated treatment approaches
- Advanced uses of Toxins and Fillers
- Asian Aesthetics
- Thread lifts including Fox eye lift, mid face threads, lower face threads
Sponsor Workshops
During the Non-Surgical Symposium our Sponsors and Exhibitors are hosting a range of events, by invitation only. Invitations are at the discretion of the respective sponsor.
Information regarding these workshops will be made available shortly.
Teoxane Breakfast Workshop
Friday 3 June
7.30am – 8.30am
GCCEC
Merz Workshop
Friday 3 June
2.00pm – 3.00pm
GCCEC
Allergan Breakfast Workshop
Saturday 4 June
7.30am – 8.30am
GCCEC
Galderma Afternoon Workshop
Saturday 4 June
1.30pm – 2.30pm
GCCEC
EnVogue Breakfast Workshop
Sunday 5 June
8.00am – 9.00am
GCCEC
Workshop bookings will open closer to the event. Attendees will be emailed a special link to add workshops to their registrations.
Each of these workshops have limited numbers and are booked on a first in first served basis.
Please email nss@tphe.com.au to process your cancellation.
In general, workshops are only open to registered delegates (i.e. no Media or Exhibitors) unless otherwise specified.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Subject to availability, accommodation can be booked via the events portal at either The Star or The Dorsett.
- Both are located at 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach QLD 4218, only a 4 minute walk to the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, where the symposium is held.
- All accommodation bookings can be done via your registration on the events portal.
- Please email nss@theproductionhouseevents.com.au to request an accommodation booking link.
- 30 to 15 days prior to the arrival date: a charge equal to one nights stay at the hotel booked will apply.
- 14 days prior or ‘no shows’: a cancellation fee of all nights booked will apply. This means, no refunds will be available if you cancel within this time frame.
- The full three day program can be found on the website here
As per the terms and conditions, unfortunately no refunds will be given for registration cancellations received after April 7th 2022. However, you are more than welcome to transfer your registration to another individual without incurring a fee. Please email nss@theproductionhouseevents.com.au to organise. You will also have the option to watch the event on demand after the Symposium.
- This educational activity has been approved in the RACS CPD Program and qualifies for 17 point/s in Educational Activities. RACS Fellows, Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) and surgeons participating in the RACS CPD program can claim one point per hour in Educational Activities.
General Practitioners, Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners attending the Non-Surgical Symposium will be responsible for self reporting directly to their relevant Society or Association. You will receive a certificate of attendance and a copy of the program which will be required for your submission. A reminder email will be sent at the completion of the event with these details in addition to your Certificate of Attendance.
"I'll be back next year for sure and be telling everyone else to come along!"
"I think this is the best scientific meeting in Australia."
"I think this is the best scientific meeting in Australia."
"Thoroughly enjoyable. My brain felt very full!"
"Just brilliant! There was something for everyone."
Accommodation
Please note accommodation at The Star and The Dorsett have now been sold out.
Discounted accommodation rates have been negotiated at The Star. Please note these rates are limited to availability, and the discounted rate is only available until sold out or 1 month before the event.
1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach QLD 4218
4 minute walk to GCCEC, 350m
Room Type | per night |
Superior Deluxe Room - Room only | $269 |
Superior Deluxe Room + 1 Breakfast daily | $289 |
Superior Deluxe Room + 2 Breakfasts daily | $309 |
Breakfast - on consumption | $34.90 pp |
Buffet breakfast currently available for $30.00 per person, per day. Prices are subject to change without notice. Opening hours are from 06:30am to 10:00am daily.
FEATURES
- Integrated control system
- One king or two double beds
- The Star’s signature range of luxurious bedding and pillows
- Indulgent prestige bathing amenities from L’Occitane
- Dual rain showerhead and hand-held shower
- In-room safe
- An average of 32 square metres of space
1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach QLD 4218
4 minute walk to GCCEC, 350m
Room Type | per night |
Deluxe Twin Room - Room only | $259 |
Deluxe Twin Room + 1 Breakfast daily | $289 |
Deluxe Twin Room + 2 Breakfasts daily | $319 |
Full buffet breakfast currently available for $30.00 per person, per day but only when pre-booked with accommodation. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Locations
Terms & Conditions
Cancelation Policy
30 to 15 days prior to the arrival date: For any guaranteed rooms cancelled within 30 days, a charge equal to one night’s accommodation per room booking will apply.
14 days prior to the arrival date including “no shows”: All guaranteed rooms cancelled at or within 14 days prior to arrival including “no shows”, will incur 100% cancellation fee, this being the number or room nights cancelled times the accommodation rate.
Accommodation Guarantee
The Star Gold Coast reserves the right to process one night’s accommodation prior to arrival and the balance of accommodation is to be settled on check-in. Individual convention attendees will be responsible for their outstanding accommodation balance on check-in and all incidental charges incurred during their stay on check-out, unless otherwise specified by the organiser.
Register to Attend
Full Symposium Registration
Includes conference lectures, conference program and materials, Welcome Reception, lunch and coffee breaks daily. Gala Dinner is an additional cost for all delegates who wish to attend.
Registration Category | Early Bird Registration Before 17 June 2021 |
Standard Registration On or after 18 June 2021 |
Late Registration On or after 7 April 2022 |
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ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Member | $1,590.00 | $1,990.00 | $2,490.00 |
Non Member Doctor | $1,990.00 | $2,390.00 | $2,890.00 |
ADA /AADFA Member Dentist | $1,790.00 | $2,150.00 | $2,600.00 |
ACAM Member | $1,790.00 | $2,150.00 | $2,600.00 |
ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Practice Staff / Dermal Therapist / ASDC Member | $950.00 | $1,150.00 | $1,450.00 |
Non Member Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Practice Staff / Dermal Therapist / ASDC Member | $1,350.00 | $1,650.00 | $1,950.00 |
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Trainees | $950.00 | $1,150.00 | $1,450.00 |
Medical Students | $950.00 | $1,150.00 | $1,450.00 |
Symposium Day Registration
Includes conference lectures, conference program and materials, lunch and coffee breaks for ONE day of the Non-Surgical Symposium. Does not include tickets to the social functions.
Registration Category | 1-day | 2-day |
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ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Member | $950.00 | $1,850.00 |
Non Member Doctor | $1,150.00 | $2,290.00 |
ADA / AADFA Member Dentist | $1,035.00 | $2,060.00 |
ACAM Member | $1,035.00 | $2,060.00 |
ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Practice Staff / Dermal Therapist / ASDC Member | $650.00 | $1,250.00 |
Non Member Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Practice Staff / Dermal Therapist /ASDC Member | $850.00 | $1,700.00 |
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Trainees | $650.00 | $1,250.00 |
Medical Student | $650.00 | $1,250.00 |
Watch On-Demand
Enjoy session recordings from the event on-demand, from wherever you are.
Registration Category | Early Bird | Standard |
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ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Member | $650.00 | $800.00 |
AADFA Member | $750.00 | $850.00 |
Non Member Doctor | $950.00 | $1,000.00 |
ADA Member Dentist | $750.00 | $850.00 |
ACAM Member | $750.00 | $850.00 |
ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Practice Staff | $450.00 | $550.00 |
Non Member Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Practice Staff | $550.00 | $650.00 |
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Trainee | $450.00 | $550.00 |
Medical Student | $350.00 | $450.00 |
ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Member
Registrations within this category must be a member of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), Australasian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists (ASCD) or New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM). All registrations received within this category will be verified with each Society.
ADA Member Dentist
Registrations within this category must be a member of the Australian Dental Association (ADA). All registrations received under this category will be verified with the ADA.
AADFA Member
Registrations within this category must be a member of the Australasian Academy of Dento-Facial Aesthetics (AADFA). All registrations received under this category will be verified with AADFA.
ACAM Member
Registrations within this category must be a member of the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine (ACAM). All registrations received under this category will be verified with ACAM.
Non-member Doctor
Registrations within this category may be a Medical Practitioner, Dentist Practitioner, ENT Surgeon, Ophthalmic Surgeon, Dermatologist, or Non-ASAPS Plastic Surgeon. Your AHPRA registration number is required for verification. For further verifications within this category, please contact Suzane Ali, ASAPS Executive Secretary on +61 2 9437 0495 or email sali@asaps.org.au
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Trainees
Registrations within this category must be training in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery program with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS). All registrations received under this category will be verified.
Health Practitioner / Nurse
Registrations within this category must provide AHPRA or Nursing Council of New Zealand registration number for verification. For further verifications within this category, please contact Suzane Ali, ASAPS Executive Secretary on +61 2 9437 0495 or email sali@asaps.org.au
ASAPS / ASCD / NZSCM Practice Staff
Registrations within this category must have their registration verified by an ASAPS, NZSCM or ASCD member in active practice. Your registration will not be confirmed until we have received verification.
Non-member Practice Staff
Registrations within this category must provide the details of the Medical Practitioner's full name and email for verification.
Medical Student
Registrations within this category must provide the details of the Director of Training or Director of Medical Services full name and email for verification.
Media/Industry Registrations:
Media interested in registering for this event contact nss@tphe.com.au. Industry attendees interested in registering for this event please contact sponsorship@tphe.com.au. Please note that only industry sponsoring or exhibiting at the NSS may register and attend the Symposium.
For Media registrations please contact nss@tphe.com.au
For Industry Exhibitor/Sponsor registrations, please contact sponsorship@tphe.com.au. Please note you must be a sponsor or exhibitor at the Non-Surgical Symposium to register under this category.
In-Person Registrations
Registration Fees:
Cancellation of a registration must be advised via email to the NSS Secretariat via nss@tphe.com.au. Verbal changes or cancellation cannot be accepted. Registration cancellations received up to 7 April 2022 will receive a full refund, less a $300 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after 7 April 2022 – this includes cancellation of any paid workshops/events such as the Gala Dinner. As an alternative to cancellation, registrations may be transferred to another person (for the same registration category) without receiving any extra cost penalty. Please note that no credit card surcharges will be refunded at any time. The refund will be returned via the same payment method as the original receipt of funds.
In the instance that the NSS 2022 physical event cannot proceed or a registered delegate can not attend due to the ongoing COVID19 situation (i.e. border closures or compulsory isolation), all registrations will be transferred to virtual tickets. No administration fee will apply in such a case, and you will be refunded the difference in registration fees. You will be allocated the equivalent virtual registration based on the date you registered. I.e. If you registered to attend in-person at the early bird rate, you will be allocated an early bird virtual registration.
Accommodation:
For accommodation cancellation policies, please refer to the individual hotel policies noted on the NSS website. Any amendments to original hotel bookings must be forwarded via email (nss@tphe.com.au) to the Meeting Secretariat. Verbal changes or cancellations cannot be accepted nor will the hotels accept any changes direct.
Virtual Registrations
Virtual Registrations are no longer available and have been updated to 'On Demand' registrations.
Registration Fees:
Registration cancellation requests for event received up to and including 7 April 2022 will receive a full refund minus $AUD50 administration fee. Registrations cancelled after 7 April 2022 will not be refunded, however you can transfer the registration to another person (for the same registration category) at no cost.
Please note that sessions will be available to watch-post event.
All cancellation requests must be made in writing to NSS@tphe.com.au. Credit card surcharges associated with registrations will not be refunded under any circumstances.
The members of the ASAPS Council and The Production House Events do not accept any liability for any losses incurred pre, post or during the Symposium due to unforeseen cancellation or postponement. In the event of the Symposium being cancelled, no refunds will be issued. All available funds will be credited towards a future symposium/s held by ASAPS.Registration fee does not include accommodation, meals for partners and extra tickets for the Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner.Please note there is no entry to the industry exhibition hall without registration to the conference.
The products, procedures, publications and information (material) disseminated at the Non-Surgical Symposium (NSS) are not to be regarded as being endorsed by, or representing the official opinions of, the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), the Australian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists (ASCD), or the New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM). The material should not be used or treated as professional advice and should never be used as a substitute for the skill, knowledge and experience of a qualified medical professional. You should rely on your own enquires in making any decisions concerning the health or interests of yourself or your patients. ASAPS, ASCD, and NZSCM disclaim any liability for the quality, accuracy, relevancy or currency of any material.
Any photographs, images and videos taken during the NSS is a property of the ASAPS and will be used on ASAPS social media outlets including websites and printed material promoting meetings managed by the ASAPS. If you do not wish your photograph, image and or videos to be used for ASAPS promotional purposes please advise in writing to The Production House Events.
The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons will ensure a COVID safe environment by complying with the government regulations that will be in place in June 2022.
The Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons will ensure a COVID safe environment by complying with the government regulations that will be in place in June 2022.
The Queensland Government has announced that anyone attending events in QLD must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As such, anyone attending NSS must show their digital vaccination certificate issued by Medicare upon arrival at the venue.
The NSS will be aligned with Queensland Government mandates/restrictions and these could change at any time. We encourage you to check for latest updates via this link: https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/government-actions/roadmap-to-easing-queenslands-restrictions
Social Events
The infamous Non-Surgical Symposium social events have reached legendary status.
Be sure to book your ticket(s) during registration as these events sell out every year. Numbers are limited.
Welcome Reception
Friday 3 June 2022
5.30pm – 7.30pm
GCCEC
Delegate Tickets: Included in Full Registrations
Additional Tickets: $110 per person
Gala Dinner
SOLD OUT
Saturday 4 June 2022
7.00pm – Late
GCCEC
Delegate Tickets: $175 per person (discounted)
Additional Guest Tickets: $250
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