Dr. Saami Khalifian teaching advanced injectable techniques at SOM Aesthetics

Aesthetic Arts Academy™ · Encinitas, CA

Train Directly with
Dr. Saami Khalifian

  • Double board-certified dermatologist & cosmetic surgeon
  • Medical Director at Allergan Medical Institute Training Centers
  • Internationally recognized educator in advanced aesthetic medicine

Private training experiences for aesthetic providers ready to level up their technique and deliver results that keep patients coming back.

Advanced Full Facial Balancing · Advanced Laser Masterclass · Clinical Shadowing Experience

Limited spots. Application required.

Double Board-Certified

Dermatology & cosmetic surgery — training at the highest clinical standard

Allergan Medical Institute

Dr. Saami serves as Medical Director — one of the most respected injector educators

Real Patient Treatments

Hands-on learning in a live clinical environment — not simulations

Small Class Sizes

Intentionally intimate — personal, direct access to Dr. Saami throughout the day

— Training Programs

Choose Your Training Path

Three distinct programs, each designed for a different stage of your clinical development.

— Program 01

Advanced Full Facial Balancing

June 10, 2026 · Half-Day (4 hours)
Max 3 Injectors · SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas
Expert Level · Hands-On

Refine your approach to facial assessment, treatment planning, and advanced injection techniques for balanced, natural outcomes. Dr. Saami personally guides each participant through his complete approach to facial rejuvenation.

$6,500

per CA-Licensed Injector · $2,000 deposit to reserve

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— Program 02

Advanced Laser Masterclass

October 16, 2026 · Full Day
Max 10 Participants · SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas
Early Bird Available

Learn advanced laser protocols, treatment planning, and how to combine technologies for optimal results. Live demonstrations of all modalities — BBL, Halo, ProFractional, Contour TRL, and more.

$4,000 Early Bird

$5,000 standard · 10% off by May · +$1,500 Contour TRL add-on

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— Program 03

Clinical Shadowing Experience

Flexible Dates · Half-Day or Full-Day
Private · By Request · SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas
Private · All License Levels

Gain direct insight into real patient consultations, treatments, and clinical decision-making inside a high-level aesthetic practice. Learn the SOM Method — how Dr. Saami translates patient goals into exceptional outcomes.

$2,500

Half-Day · $5,000 Full-Day immersive experience

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— Why Train with Dr. Saami

Training That Changes How You Practice

Not a conference. Not a course. A private, clinical experience designed to fundamentally elevate your outcomes.

  • Exclusive, limited-capacity trainings with direct access to Dr. Saami — no large groups, no junior instructors

  • Real patient treatments in a high-level clinical environment — skills you can apply in your practice the next day

  • Learn the protocols and techniques behind results admired worldwide — including by Allergan Medical Institute

  • Deliver outcomes that patients return for — and refer others to — without hesitation

Clinical Setting

SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas

A working concierge practice — every training happens in the same environment where Dr. Saami treats his own patients

Who This Is For

Experienced Aesthetic Providers

RNs, NPs, PAs, MDs, and DOs ready to refine their aesthetic eye and master advanced treatment strategies

Availability

Limited by Design

Dr. Saami's training schedule is deliberately small — fewer than 20 providers per year gain access to these programs

— Program Details

Explore Each Training Program

Date

June 10, 2026

Format

Half-Day · 4 Hours

Location

SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas

Capacity

Max 3 Injectors

Expert-level training for experienced injectors ready to master facial assessment, aesthetic planning, and advanced injection techniques. Dr. Saami personally guides each participant through his complete approach to natural facial rejuvenation.

What You'll Learn

  • Facial assessment framework for identifying structural and aesthetic imbalance
  • Strategic treatment planning for balanced outcomes across the face
  • Advanced injection techniques and product selection
  • Safety protocols and complication prevention
  • Real-time hands-on guidance while treating a live model
Deposit: $2,000 to reserve. Cancellation: Min. 2 weeks' notice. License: Active CA medical license required for hands-on. Model: Bring your own, or add coordination for +$500.

Investment Options

Hands-On Pair

$5,000

Per provider, 2 together

Observer Only

$3,500

No CA license required

Observer Add-On

+$1,000

Alongside a registered injector

+ $500 model coordination if needed
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Date

October 16, 2026

Format

Full Day

Location

SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas

Capacity

Max 10 Participants

Advanced laser training covering the protocols used in modern aesthetic dermatology — combining technologies, improving outcomes, and safely performing high-level procedures. Includes live demonstrations of every laser modality by Dr. Saami.

Course Curriculum

  • Laser consultation and patient assessment
  • Treatment planning across multiple modalities
  • Laser stacking strategies for optimal outcomes
  • Safety protocols and complication management
  • Hands-on simulation exercises (depth, density, coverage)
  • Treatment planning for face, neck, and chest

Technologies Covered

BBL Clear V Clear Silk Halo Tribrid ProFractional Contour TRL

Investment Options

Standard

$5,000

Full-day Masterclass

+ $1,500 Contour TRL add-on — live end-of-day demonstration by Dr. Saami
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Date

Flexible Dates

Format

Half-Day or Full-Day

Location

SOM Aesthetics, Encinitas

Capacity

Private · By Request

For providers who want a deeper look inside how a high-level aesthetic practice operates. Learn how Dr. Saami uses the SOM Method and empathetic listening to translate patient goals into exceptional cosmetic outcomes.

During This Experience You'll Observe

  • Real patient consultations and facial assessments
  • Treatment planning strategies used in clinical practice
  • Advanced injectable procedures and techniques
  • Dr. Saami's philosophy behind natural facial rejuvenation
  • How a high-end practice structures consultations and outcomes

What You'll Take Away

  • A refined framework for patient consultation and emotional attunement
  • Insight into how aesthetic goals are translated into treatment plans
  • Exposure to real-world clinical decision-making in a high-volume practice
  • Direct access to Dr. Saami's approach, philosophy, and technique

Investment Options

Full-Day

$5,000

Immersive full-day observation

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— Ready to Elevate Your Practice?

Spots Are Limited.
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Training availability is limited due to Dr. Saami's clinical and international teaching schedule. Apply now or reach out to learn more about upcoming dates.

Questions? Call us at 760-766-7546 or email training@som.md