American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine

What American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine does

The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM), founded in 1999 by Dr. Michel Delune, is a private professional medical education organization that delivers structured aesthetic medicine training and board certification to licensed physicians worldwide. Its core offering is a sequential three-level certification pathway: Level 1 Certificate Course (foundational training in botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, chemical peelings, and lasers; USD 2,700 member), Level 2 Diploma Course (advanced injectables, cosmetic dermatology, PRP, and anti-aging medicine; USD 4,000 member), and Level 3 Board Examination (100-question written exam plus oral assessment; USD 3,500 member), with completion awarding the Board Certified Aesthetic Medicine designation. Supplementary products include specialized Masters Courses (liposuction, thread lifting, hair transplantation, metabolic medicine/GLP-1), an annual international Congress, the American Journal of Aesthetic Medicine (AJAM), and online certificate validation. CME credits are jointly provided through Medical Academy LLC and Amedco LLC under ACCME accreditation.

The organization delivers training through a hybrid model: direct in-person courses held across US cities (Los Angeles, New Orleans, Chicago, Miami, Houston, Cerritos, and San Juan), complemented by authorized international training partners including CBB Medical (Asia Pacific and Europe), IBC Medical (Middle East and India), and Aesmedsa (South Africa). The curriculum emphasizes up to 90% hands-on practical training with live patient demonstrations, taught by 30+ international faculty experts and reviewed by AAAM's Board of Directors. Revenue is generated primarily through course registration fees, congress registration and sponsorship, annual membership dues (USD 95-250 depending on member type), and advertising in AAAM publications.

Over 25 years, AAAM has trained more than 20,000 physicians across 30 countries and offers 300+ courses cumulatively. The organization operates from a US headquarters in Laguna Niguel, California, and a regional office in Singapore, with 51-100 employees. Its addressable market is supported by the global medical aesthetic market, which is projected to reach USD 53 billion. AAAM functions as a founder-led professional association without disclosed venture capital or private equity backing.

Name

American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine

Legal name

The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine

Website

https://aaamed.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM) is a private medical education organization founded in 1999 that delivers sequential board certification courses, hands-on training, and an annual congress in aesthetic medicine to licensed physicians across 30 countries, generating revenue from course fees, memberships, and sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Aesthetic Education

akta.pro primary industry

Permanent Makeup (PMU) & Microblading (EDAOALAJ)

Keywords

• Aesthetic medicine training
• Physician certification courses
• Continuing medical education
• Cosmetic procedure training
• Board certification programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Rancho Palos Verdes

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Registration Fees: Revenue from Level 1 Certificate Courses (USD 2,700 member), Level 2 Diploma Courses (USD 4,000 member), Level 3 Board Examination (USD 3,500 member), and Master Courses (USD 5,500 member). Non-member pricing is USD 200 higher per course. Registration includes course materials, certificates, CME credits, meals, and hands-on workshop products.
2. Annual Congress Revenue: Revenue from the AAAM Congress including registration fees (USD 845 member for 22nd Congress), exhibitor booth fees, sponsorship packages, and advertising opportunities in AAAM publications. Congress offers 17.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits.
3. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees: Regular Member USD 175, Resident Member USD 125, Associated Member (Industry/Pharmacists/Chemists) USD 250, Affiliate Member (RN/NP/PA) USD 95. Benefits include USD 200 registration discount on all courses, congress discounts, e-Newsletter subscription, and free job postings.
4. Examination and Certification Fees: Board Examination fee of USD 3,500 for members, with USD 500 re-sit fee for candidates who do not pass. Combined packages available with Congress registration.
5. Advertising and Sponsorship: Revenue from advertising in AAAM publications (American Journal of Aesthetic Medicine, e-Newsletter reaching 10,000+ physicians), exhibitor and sponsorship packages at congresses and courses, and corporate membership for recruitment advertising.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM) provides structured, accredited training and board certification in aesthetic medicine for licensed physicians. Its core offering is a three-level certification pathway (Level 1 Certificate Course, Level 2 Diploma Course, Level 3 Board Examination) covering Botulinum Toxin, dermal fillers, lasers, chemical peelings, advanced injectables, cosmetic dermatology, PRP, sclerotherapy, and anti-aging medicine. The portfolio is rounded out by Masters Courses (liposuction, thread lifting, hair transplantation, GLP-1 metabolic certification), the annual AAAM Congress, the American Journal of Aesthetic Medicine, and a tiered membership program.

Product overview

The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM) offers a structured three-level board certification program in aesthetic medicine for licensed physicians. The portfolio consists of Level 1 Certificate Course (foundational training in BTA, fillers, peels, and lasers), Level 2 Diploma Course (advanced injectables, cosmetic dermatology, PRP, and anti-aging), and Level 3 Board Certification Examination. Additional offerings include Masters Courses (specialized training in liposuction, thread lifting, hair transplantation, and metabolic medicine), the annual AAAM Congress, the American Journal of Aesthetic Medicine (AJAM) publication, scholarship program, and membership benefits. The organization also provides certificate validation services to verify credential authenticity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Level 1 Certificate Course in Aesthetic Medicine Three-day foundational certification course covering Botulinum Toxin Type A, Chemical Peelings, Dermal Fillers, and Lasers with theory, live demonstrations, and hands-on training. Awarded Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine upon completion. Open to all licensed medical physicians; pre-requisite for Level 2.
• Level 1 Certificate Course in Aesthetic Medicine (Spanish) Spanish-language version of the Level 1 Certificate Course covering skin conditioning, chemical peelings, botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, lasers, and IPL. Conducted in San Juan, Puerto Rico for Spanish-speaking physicians.
• Level 2 Diploma Course in Aesthetic Medicine Five-day advanced diploma course covering Cosmetic Dermatology, Advanced Injectables (Botulinum Toxin A and Dermal Fillers), Complications Management, PRP, Pain Management, Sclerotherapy, Anti-Aging Medicine, and Mesotherapy. Pre-requisite: Level 1 Certificate.
• Level 3 Board Certification Exam Two-hour written examination (100 multiple choice questions) plus oral presentation with patient case assessments. Upon passing, candidates receive Board Certified Aesthetic Medicine designation. Pre-requisites: Level 1 and Level 2 completion plus 6 months practical experience.
• Masters Course in Liposuction Procedures and Fat Grafting Techniques Advanced three-day course on liposuction procedures and fat grafting techniques. Part of the Masters Courses program covering specialized aesthetic procedures beyond the core certification pathway.
• Advanced GLP-1 Certification: Metabolic Medicine, Weight Optimization and Body Contouring Two-day advanced course on metabolic medicine, weight optimization, and body contouring covering GLP-1 therapies. Designed for physicians expanding into metabolic and weight management aesthetics.
• AAAM Annual Congress Annual international congress bringing together physicians for scientific sessions, networking, and exhibition showcasing the latest aesthetic medicine tools and technologies. Includes 17.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits. Combines educational programming with an exhibition floor where medical industry partners sponsor, exhibit, and advertise.
• AAAM Membership Program Tiered annual membership program with four categories: Regular Member (USD 175/year, MD/DO/DDS), Resident Member (USD 125/year), Associated Member (USD 250/year, Industry/Pharmacists/Chemists), and Affiliate Member (USD 95/year, RN/NP/PA). Benefits include USD 200 course registration discount, congress discounts, e-Newsletter subscription, free job postings, and access to AJAM.
• American Journal of Aesthetic Medicine (AJAM) Bi-annual medical publication distributed to AAAM members containing scholarly articles, research findings, reviews, and aesthetic medicine insights. Also available for advertising placement by medical industry partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 90% hands-on training component in courses
• +3 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• CBB MedicalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized training collaboration partner for AAAM courses in Asia Pacific and Europe regions. CBB Medical co-hosts and co-organizes AAAM educational courses under AAAM's in-house curriculum and standards in these geographic areas.
• IBC MedicalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized training collaboration partner for AAAM courses in Middle East and India regions. IBC Medical delivers AAAM aesthetic medicine training programs under the AAAM brand and curriculum.
• AesmedsacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized training collaboration partner for AAAM courses in South Africa. Aesmedsa co-organizes and delivers AAAM aesthetic medicine certification courses in the South African region.
• Medical Academy LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint CME accreditation partner for AAAM Board Certification Courses. Medical Academy LLC works with AAAM to provide continuing medical education credits for US courses, reviewed and approved by highest accreditation levels.
• Amedco LLCmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerACCME-accredited CME joint provider for selected AAAM activities including the 22nd AAAM Congress and Board Certification Course packages. Amedco LLC designates AMA PRA Category 1 Credits for AAAM educational events.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM): Professional association offering aesthetic medicine training, symposia, and certification to physicians, competing with AAAM for the same physician persona through similar curriculum and live training events.
• Empire Medical Training: Direct competitor offering physician training courses in aesthetic medicine, injectables, and cosmetic procedures with a similar hands-on, multi-level certification approach across the US market.
• National Laser Institute: Direct peer providing aesthetic and laser medicine training for physicians, nurses, and estheticians, with comparable hands-on course delivery and certification pathways in cosmetic procedures.
• The Aesthetic Show: Annual multi-disciplinary medical aesthetic meeting combining education, exhibits, and live demonstrations — comparable to AAAM's annual congress model for engaging the same physician audience.
• AmSpa (American Med Spa Association): Industry association providing training, legal resources, and conferences for medical spa professionals, including physician owners — closely overlapping with AAAM's target audience of physicians entering aesthetics.
• International Fellowship in Advanced Aesthetic Science (IFAAS): International aesthetic medicine fellowship program offering certificate courses for physicians on injectables and aesthetic procedures — a global peer with similar curriculum structure and target customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Allergan Aesthetics (AbbVie): Global aesthetics leader (Botox, fillers, skincare) operating extensive physician training programs — large incumbent that can subsidize training at scale and compete with AAAM for physician mindshare.
• American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS): Established professional society for cosmetic surgeons offering educational meetings, fellowships, and certification — broader in surgical scope but overlapping on the physician training and certification mission AAAM serves.
• Galderma (Aesthetics Training Programs): Major aesthetics pharmaceutical company (injectables, fillers, skincare) that runs proprietary physician training for its products — adjacent rather than direct because curriculum is product-specific, but reaches the same physicians.

Regional players

• European College of Aesthetic Medicine: European-focused aesthetic medicine training organization offering diploma programs for physicians — comparable curriculum and target persona to AAAM but primarily serves European geography through in-person courses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AAAMglobal

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