Fresh cadaver dissection — hands-on
Fresh, non-embalmed tissue that moves and separates like a living patient. You feel the planes instead of imagining them.
Hybrid Master Course · Fresh Cadaver Lab
Facelift
&
Breast
Surgery
Two days of applied anatomy, dissection planes and safety-first technique — from deep plane facelift to dual plane augmentation — practiced on fresh cadavers the same day you learn them.
- November 2–3, 2026
- Miami, Florida — USA
- Marina Medical
- Limited spots
Why this course
Anatomy is your GPS. Knowledge is your destination.
Results in facelift and breast surgery are decided before the first incision: by knowing exactly which plane you are in, which vector you are pulling, and where the risk zones sit under your instrument.
This master course pairs structured morning theory with an afternoon in the fresh cadaver lab, every day. You hear the concept, then you dissect it, feel the tissue planes and rehearse the maneuvers — on anatomy that behaves like the operating room.
Designed for surgeons who want a repeatable, safety-first system rather than one more list of techniques.
2Intensive days
2Anatomies · Face & Breast
½+½Theory · Cadaver lab
1Certificate of completion
What you get
Built around the tissue,
not the slides
Five commitments that define the Anatomy GPS method — the same five printed on the course badge.
Applied anatomy of the face & breast
Layered anatomy taught the way surgeons use it: SMAS and facial nerve branches, retaining ligaments, pectoral fascia and nipple-areola complex blood supply.
Evidence-based surgical planning
Deep plane, high SMAS or plication. Dual plane or subglandular. Choose by indication and anatomy, not by habit.
Focus on safety, precision & results
Risk zones mapped on the specimen, vectors defined, complications anticipated. Predictable outcomes start with predictable anatomy.
Certificate of completion
Issued by Anatomy GPS at the end of the second day, documenting your theory and hands-on cadaver lab hours.
The 2-day program
Morning theory.
Afternoon dissection.
One anatomy per day. Each concept presented in the morning is dissected, traced and rehearsed on fresh cadavers in the afternoon lab.
Day 1 · Nov 2
Facelift
Techniques
Techniques
& Safety
From deep plane to minimally invasive: choose the plane, respect the risk zones, control the vectors.
Morning · Theory
Lecture room- 1.1Facelift techniques — overview and indications
- 1.2Deep plane facelift
- 1.3High SMAS facelift
- 1.4SMAS plication
- 1.5Neck treatment
- 1.6Minimally invasive procedures
- 1.7Risk zones and safety
Afternoon · Cadaver lab
Hands-on- L1Dissection planes and the different techniques
- L2Applied anatomy on the specimen
- L3Risk zones — identify and protect
- L4Flap traction
- L5Vectors of lift
Day 2 · Nov 3
Breast surgery
Techniques
Techniques
& Safety
Implant pockets, lifts without implants and autologous flaps — with the nipple-areola complex always protected.
Morning · Theory
Lecture room- 2.1Breast implant techniques — dual plane and subglandular
- 2.2Breast lift without implants
- 2.3Breast flaps
- 2.4Nipple-areola complex treatment
- 2.5Anatomy, risks and safety tips
Afternoon · Cadaver lab
Hands-on- L1Dissection planes
- L2Dual plane implant positioning
- L3Subglandular implants
- L4Breast flaps — “implant-like” volume
- L5Anatomy and safety tips
Your faculty
Surgeons who teach from the anatomy.
Two plastic surgeons with decades in the operating room and in the dissection lab, who built their teaching on one principle: know where you are before you cut.
Scientific ChairmanMiami, FL
- 37+Years in plastic & aesthetic surgery
- MiamiFlorida, USA
Faculty
Dr. Alex de Souza
Scientific Chairman
MD, MS, FACIP
Plastic Surgeon|Professor of Anatomy|Physician Educator
Plastic surgeon and Professor of Anatomy with more than 37 years of experience in aesthetic surgery, surgical anatomy, medical education, innovation, and physician training. Dedicated to integrating anatomical precision, evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and refined aesthetic outcomes.
Current appointments
- Director, MIPPS Department4 Beauty Plastic Surgery — Miami, Florida
- Faculty MemberPlastic Surgery Residency Program — Larkin Hospital, Miami
- Professor of AnatomySurgical & Applied Anatomy / Physician Education
Core expertise
- Facial rejuvenation
- MIPPS minimally invasive surgery
- High-definition body contouring
- Fat grafting & regenerative aesthetics
- Surgical & applied anatomy
- Cadaveric physician education
- Patient safety & quality
- Longevity & regenerative medicine
Academic leadership & mission
Academic & educational leadership
International lecturer and physician educator with extensive experience teaching surgical anatomy and advanced aesthetic procedures. Developer of educational programs integrating anatomy, surgical technique, patient safety, and hands-on cadaveric training.
Professional mission
To advance plastic surgery through anatomical precision, innovation, minimally invasive techniques, patient safety, and physician education, while contributing to the development of the next generation of aesthetic surgeons.
Focus — Anatomical precision · Innovation · Safety · Education · Natural aesthetic outcomes
Scientific ChairmanSão Paulo, BR
- 25+Years in medicine
- 20+Years in plastic surgery
Faculty
Dr. Ubajara Guazzelli
Scientific Chairman
MD, Plastic Surgeon
Plastic Surgeon|Surgical Anatomy Educator|Physician
Plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience exclusively dedicated to aesthetic surgery. Known for integrating in-depth anatomical knowledge, surgical precision, and a safety-first approach to achieve consistent and natural results. Passionate about education, he is dedicated to teaching surgeons how to perform safer, more predictable procedures through anatomy-based techniques and hands-on training.
Current appointments
- Plastic SurgeonJK Estética Avançada — São Paulo, Brazil
- Anatomy Educator & SpeakerNational & international courses and cadaver labs
- Co-Creator of Anatomy GPS®Anatomy-based education for safer aesthetic surgery
- Course DirectorMaster in Safe Abdominoplasty & Body Contouring Programs — Cadaver Labs, Brazil & international
Core expertise
- Abdominoplasty — safety & advanced techniques
- High-definition liposuction
- Gluteal & breast fat grafting
- Body contouring & aesthetic surgery
- Surgical anatomy applied to aesthetic surgery
- Complication prevention & management
- Cadaveric dissection & hands-on training
- Facial rejuvenation
- Patient safety & surgical predictability
- Regenerative medicine & adjunctive therapies
Academic leadership, background & mission
Academic & educational leadership
Founder of educational programs focused on anatomical dissection, surgical safety, and complication prevention in aesthetic surgery. Regular speaker at national and international meetings. Committed to mentoring and training the next generation of plastic surgeons through anatomy-based, evidence-informed teaching and advanced hands-on experiences.
Professional background
- MD — Graduated in Medicine (1999)
- Plastic Surgeon since 2004 — Specialist in Plastic Surgery (Brazil)
- MBA in Strategic Business Management — final project awarded, Startup One Competition
- Former Preceptor — Hospital Edmundo Vasconcelos
- Volunteer Surgeon — Burn Treatment Mission, Paraguay (2004)
Professional mission
To advance aesthetic surgery through anatomical knowledge, innovation, and surgical excellence, prioritizing patient safety and natural results, while sharing knowledge and inspiring surgeons to elevate the standard of care worldwide.
Focus — Anatomical precision · Safety · Education · Innovation · Natural & harmonious results
Training venue
Marina Medical Instruments
Official headquarters in Miami, Florida — a global reference in surgical solutions for plastic surgeons, with a state-of-the-art Cadaver Lab.
Marina Medical HQ — Miami, FL
Where the theory sessions and the hands-on lab take place.
Faculty & team at Marina Medical
Anatomy GPS on site in Miami.
International-standard surgical facility
Fully equipped Cadaver Lab for the hands-on dissection sessions.
Who should attend
Made for surgeons
who operate.
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Plastic & aesthetic surgeons
Refining a facelift and breast portfolio with a repeatable, anatomy-first system.
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Facial surgeons expanding to deep plane
Surgeons who want to move from plication to deep plane and structured neck treatment with confidence in the risk zones.
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Residents & fellows
Building the anatomical foundation before independent practice — with hands on real tissue, not only observation.
Limited spots
Registration
Secure your
spot now.
Cadaver lab stations are limited to keep the hands-on ratio high. Leave your details and our team will contact you with the investment, payment options and travel logistics.
- Two full days: theory + fresh cadaver hands-on lab
- Facelift (Day 1) and Breast Surgery (Day 2)
- Certificate of completion by Anatomy GPS
- Marina Medical, Miami · November 2–3, 2026
FAQ
Before you
book.
Anything else? Use the form above and we will reply personally.
Who is this course for?
Surgeons who perform or are training to perform facelift and breast surgery: plastic and aesthetic surgeons, facial plastic / ENT surgeons and residents or fellows in these fields. Requirements are confirmed during registration.
What does “hybrid” mean here?
Each day combines a structured theory session in the morning with a hands-on fresh cadaver lab in the afternoon, so every technique is presented and then dissected on the same day.
Where does it take place?
At Marina Medical in Miami, Florida, USA, on November 2 and 3, 2026. Address, schedule and lab logistics are sent to confirmed participants.
What is covered on each day?
Day 1 is dedicated to facelift: deep plane, high SMAS, plication, neck treatment, minimally invasive procedures and risk zones, followed by dissection of planes, flap traction and vectors. Day 2 covers breast surgery: dual plane and subglandular implants, breast lift without implants, breast flaps and nipple-areola complex treatment, followed by hands-on pocket dissection and flap work.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. A certificate of completion issued by Anatomy GPS is delivered at the end of the course.
How do I secure a spot?
Fill in the registration form. Spots are limited to preserve the hands-on ratio in the lab, so our team will contact you personally with investment, payment options and next steps.