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:
JW Marriott Atlanta Buckhead
3300 Lenox Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
Date:
November 7, 2026
9:00am - 3:00pm
With over a decade of experience in medical aesthetics, and 37 years of nursing expertise, Darcey brings a unique blend of knowledge to the industry with her multiple modality, minimal to no life interruption approach to meeting her clients aesthetic expectations. Darcey enjoys working at CMA Medicine under the direction of Dr. Konika Schallen, with an incredible team of like minded providers who work together to help patients and clients achieve their medical aesthetics goals. Her approach centers around working with Candela Medical devices to deliver safe and effective treatment as well as predictable outcomes with minimal to no daily life interruption. In addition to working at CMA Medicine, Darcey enjoys collaborating with others who utilize energy based devices from Candela Medical, as well as sharing knowledge through education and training to those who reach out to her. She believes that as the aesthetic industry continues to merge with the medical model, that new opportunities will continue to become available to dedicated practitioners who have a passion for the industry.
Dr. Gilly Munavalli is a Board-Certified member of the American Academy of Dermatology, and a fellow of the American College of Mohs Micrographic and Cutaneous Oncology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the American College of Phlebology. His affiliations include Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Wake Forest University Department of Dermatology and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at UNC School of Medicine, Carolinas Medical Center. Previously, he spent 4 years on the clinical faculty of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, in Baltimore, MD.
Dr. Scott Paviol is Board Certified Dermatologist and obtained his medical doctorate from Penn State College of Medicine. He began his career in Lake Norman and opened Paviol Dermatology in Charlotte in 2020. He is an ICF Certified Ontological coach, adjunct professor at Campbell University College of Medicine, faculty member of NCMS Future Clinician Leaders Training program, current President of Mecklenburg County Medical Society, and was voted best dermatologist in Charlotte. He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Men's Health, Huffington Post, Forbes Health, Self Magazine among others, and is a frequent guest on podcasts.
Catie is the VP of Digital Growth at Social Med Consultants, with experience spanning corporate social media management, agency in-house operations, and product development. She’s built scalable marketing systems and tools that help agencies and all business owners operate more efficiently. She’s dedicated to educating business owners on the “why” behind their marketing, translating strategy into decisions that directly move the needle on ROI. Catie’s hands-on, data-driven approach ensures growth that’s both measurable and sustainable.
Rachel Whited is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and aesthetic laser specialist with nearly a decade of experience in medical aesthetics, laser medicine, and advanced aesthetic procedures. She began her nursing career in 2010 with a clinical background in orthopedic trauma before earning her Master of Science in Nursing and becoming an Adult Nurse Practitioner in 2018. Rachel’s practice focuses on laser and energy-based treatments, injectables, regenerative aesthetics, and comprehensive skin rejuvenation. She has extensive hands-on experience with multiple laser platforms and wavelengths, treating a broad range of vascular, pigmentary, textural, and age-related concerns. In addition to clinical practice, Rachel has developed treatment protocols, policies and procedures, and clinical training resources for aesthetic practices. She is particularly passionate about evidence-based laser medicine, patient safety, appropriate device and parameter selection, and helping providers understand the science behind the technology they use. Rachel is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice and continues to integrate emerging research and technology into her clinical practice. She practices in the Savannah, Georgia area, where she combines a strong medical foundation with an individualized, results-driven approach to aesthetic medicine.
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.