soft tissue fillers

filler complication management

vascular occlusion, nodules, edema, discoloration, infection and allergic reaction complication management

One-day VIP Master Course in Amsterdam.
5 February 2027

  • Essential training for safe management of filler complications.
  • Hands-on practice with mannequins.
  • Small groups, space for real attention, individual guidance.
  • A level 2 course for advanced practitioners.
  • Immediate access to online learning materials: ebook, instruction videos & discourses.
  • UMA Certification.
  • Get CME-accredited.


Secure your seat today. Only a few spots available.

regular  € 1.250
members  € 1.150*

*Traveler & Voyager

cancellation & rescheduling

UMA Academy reserves the right to reschedule or cancel any training up to 30 days before the scheduled training date. Should this occur, participants will be notified promptly and offered an alternative date or a full refund.

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about filler complication management

about this course

Filler injections are among the most frequently performed aesthetic procedures worldwide, yet complications can occur even in expert hands. This Master Course equips healthcare providers with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to recognize, prevent, and manage complications effectively.

Key features:
- Online discourses and algorithms for complication management.
- Hands-on practice with mannequin models.
- Evidence-based approaches to vascular, inflammatory, infectious, and allergic complications.

theoretical content

The theoretical training is delivered through our digital platform under the section Online Learning Materials and it covers the latest insights and best practises on how to prevent and manage arterial embolisation of the peripheral circulation as well as the retinal circulation.

Participants will be able to access to:

  • discourses by Dr. Jani van Loghem & Dr. Philippe Snozzi
  • ebook ‘Filler Complications Management Algorithms - Pocket Guide’ by Dr. Jani van Loghem
  • selection of instruction videos
  • online examination to test your knowledge
  • receive your digital UMA Certification

The online learning material also includes discourses by Dr. Jani van Loghem and Dr. Philippe Snozzi, covering the following topics:

01  avoiding and minimizing complications

Safety is a cornerstone of any cosmetic injection ability. Learn what’s needed to avoid and minimize complications.

02  HA, CaHA and PLLA complication management

A deep dive into the complexity of specific complication management for HA, CaHA and PLLA treatments.

03  non-resorbable filler complication management

Non-resorbable filler complications still occur, the key to resolving these complications is adequate knowledge and skills.

04  ultrasound imaging in complication management

Vascular occlusions can be located using an ultrasound device. Learn how to use ultrasound to detect occlusions and guide Hyaluronidase injections to resolve them.

05  inflammatory and non-inflammatory nodules

Focal accumulations as well as immune related responses to fillers will be discussed and the latest protocols for management will be practiced.

06  permanent filler granulomas

As permanent fillers can be present in our patients indefinitely, we have to know how to deal with their complications even if we don't inject them.

07  infections

Various types of infections may occur after soft tissue filler injections. Knowing how to deal with them is mandatory for any injector.

08  allergic reactions

Different types of allergic reactions can occur. Some even requiring immediate intervention like anaphylactic shock.

hands-on training program day 01

Delegates practice both acute and late-onset filler complications in small breakout groups. Practical training includes:
- Acute ischemia scenarios (peripheral and retinal).
- Management of edema, nodules, discoloration, infections, and allergic reactions.

morning

sign-in

09:00 - 09:30

welcome & introduction

09:30 - 10:00

Welcome and introduction by UMA faculty.
Key safety messages for filler treatments.

presentation

10:00 - 10:15

HA vascular complications management algorithm update. Peripheral and Retinal vascular compromise management algorithms after HA injection.

presentation

10:15 - 10:30

CaHA vascular complications management algorithm update. Peripheral and Retinal vascular compromise management algorithms after CaHA injection.

coffee break

hands-on training

11:00 - 12:30

Acute situations practical skills training.
Our faculty will lead the skills lab. Each participant is confronted with an acute clinical situation and leads the appropriate management. Silicone mannequins are available for complication management skills practice. Each group of participants will manage the following acute situations:
- Peripheral ischemia after HA
- Peripheral ischemia after CaHA
- Retinal ischemia after HA
- Retinal ischemia after CaHA

Each participant will manage at least one of these acute vascular situations.

lunch

afternoon & evening

presentation

13:30 - 14:00

Discoloration, edema, nodules. Various algorithms are presented that include a diagnostic process as well as evidence-based management options.

hands-on training

14:00 - 15:00

Skills practice: management of various filler complications.

coffee break

presentation

15:30 - 16:00

Infection, allergic reactions. Various algorithms are presented that include a diagnostic process as well as evidence-based management options.

hands-on training

16:00 - 17:00

Skills practice: management of various filler complications.

award ceremony

17:00 - 18:00

Certificate award ceremony and drinks.
Our faculty will be scoring the technical skills using OSATS (Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills) forms, as is practiced during medical specialization training.

course level 2

advanced practitioner | handles complexity and manages complications
Complex anatomy, high-risk zones, combination and layered approaches, treatment tailored to the individual rather than a protocol. Crucially, does not merely recognize complications but actively manages them.
This course is intended for both entry level physicians as well as physicians with significant experience in aesthetic injectable procedures. If licensed in your country to independently perform these procedures, in some cases (prescribing) nurses or dentists could also apply. 

Please note: in The Netherlands, nurses and dentists are not allowed to perform these procedures and will not be permitted to enter the course.

our expert faculty

Jani van Loghem

Aesthetic Physician, MD PhD

will be announced

general information & logistic

location

UMA Institute
Falckstraat 49, 1017 VV
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

includes

Scrubs, certificate & lunch.

travel and general inquiries

Contact us for corporate rates of the main luxury hotels near the course location.

In case you have any dietary requests or food allergies, please let us know.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions. 

online learning materials

you’ll have full access to the online learning materials of this course for 12 months!

Plenty of time to revisit, refresh, and refine. We revise our content regularly to reflect current standards.

We are updating the online learning content. You will be able to access the complete collection of instruction videos, discourses and examination questions at least 2 months before the course date.

The online videos in this master course are also included in a UMA membership. A membership gives you unlimited access to our full video library: live demonstrations, live streams, instruction videos and discourses from all collections.

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