Experience Candela’s most in-demand technologies in action during this interactive workshop. This in-person program combines expert-led clinical presentations, live demonstrations, and practical marketing insights to help practices elevate results and grow with confidence.
Location:
VEA Newport Beach
900 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Date:
September 12, 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm
Dr. Mariana Vergara, a distinguished medical doctor and surgeon from Colombia, embodies excellence in medicine with a career marked by dedication and innovation. Beginning with prestigious internships at Jackson Memorial Hospital and Harvard Medical School affiliates, she laid the foundation for her illustrious journey. Passionate about cosmetic dermatology, she pursued further education in the United States, earning degrees in nursing and family nurse practitioner. With over eight years of experience, Dr. Vergara is renowned for her meticulous approach and expertise in hyaluronic acid fillers, neuromodulators, and lasers. As a clinical educator for Candela and Allergan Aesthetics, she shares her knowledge globally. In 2020, she opened Beauty Villa Vergara, an exclusive, luxurious medical spa recognized as a Candela Center of Excellence. Her clientele includes A-list celebrities and public figures worldwide, reflecting her exceptional talent and commitment to excellence. Dr. Mariana Vergara is a true inspiration in aesthetic medicine, transforming lives with her unparalleled skill and dedication.
Dr. Albert Yang is a distinguished facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in advanced facial surgical technique and high-precision laser technology. In collaboration with Candela Medical, Dr. Yang combines a meticulous surgical foundation with an expert understanding of skin science to deliver comprehensive, natural-looking facial rejuvenation. Dr. Yang’s clinical approach is rooted in a deep academic background. He began his training at UC San Diego, majoring in Biochemistry with a focus on nitric monoxide research, followed by a Master’s degree from Columbia University in human nutrition and cord blood stem cell technology. After graduating at the top of his class from SUNY Upstate Medical School, he completed his residency in Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and a prestigious fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Emory University. This unique scientific depth allows Dr. Yang to design sophisticated, energy-based protocols that perfectly complement his advanced anti-aging surgeries. Dr. Yang’s practice seamlessly integrates state-of-the-art laser treatments with surgical mastery of the face and neck. By pairing procedures such as deep plane facelifts with targeted laser resurfacing, he achieves harmonious, balanced outcomes. He also maintains a specialized focus on the complexities of Asian skin, expertly addressing unique concerns regarding pigmentation, texture, and tone. Born in California and raised in Taiwan, Dr. Yang is fluent in English and Mandarin, allowing him to provide culturally nuanced care to a diverse international patient base. Whether utilizing a laser or a scalpel, his mission remains the same: restoring youthful vitality while meticulously preserving each patient’s natural identity.
Natalie Suarez, is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology, with over a decade of experience in advanced energy-based and laser treatments. Natalie graduated as valedictorian from Barry University in 2014 and practiced at Sunset Dermatology for 10 years, where she built a strong foundation in medical and aesthetic dermatology. She has extensive expertise in laser technologies and is recognized for developing customized treatment protocols and combination therapies to address melasma, rosacea, acne, photoaging, pigmentation, and scarring, consistently delivering results-driven outcomes with a strong emphasis on safety across diverse skin types. In 2025, she co-founded Covalent Wellness & Aesthetics with her husband, where she integrates cutting-edge technologies with a patient-centered approach to optimize skin health and confidence.
Medi has over 16 years of experience owning and operating multi location medical spas. He is the Founder & CEO of Medical Health Covers, a nationwide healthcare compliance and telehealth infrastructure company. Medi Helped launch and support hundreds of medical spas and healthcare practices across the United States, and built one of the nation's largest Good Faith Exam (GFE) networks. He Designed a healthcare e-commerce platform that automates patient intake, medical clearance, and prescription workflows, and is currently developing what is believed to be the industry's first AI-powered Good Faith Exam platform.
Vbeam® Pro - The most advanced pulsed-dye laser (PDL) and Nd:YAG system designed for vascular and dermatologic conditions.
The Power of Pro.
Matrix™ - An all-in-one, non-surgical skin
renewal system that naturally stimulates collagen for visible firmness, tone, and texture.
GentleMax Pro Plus® - Candela’s latest evolution and the #1 dermatologist-recommended brand for laser hair removal.1 Built on a foundation of over 25 years of clinically proven performance across all
skin types, it is designed to exceed your patients’ expectations and your business needs.
Nordlys® - A multi-application platform with SWT IPL®, two non-ablative fractional lasers (1550 and 1940),
and a Nd:YAG 1064 nm laser to treat a range of concerns including pigmentation, vascularity, textural irregularities and unwanted hair.
PicoWay® - Intentionally designed picosecond platform for acne scars, wrinkles, pigmentation (including melasma), and tattoo
removal.
Glacē™ - The next-level facial system that turns professional skin care into a ritual.
1. Proprietary Candela survey conducted by Wizer via Nielsen’s online physicians’ panel, among dermatologists, plastic surgeons and Medspas, 2015.