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SkinMedica Founder, Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick Receives Top Honors From American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

Carlsbad, CA - May 10, 2010 - At the recently held 30th Annual Scientific Conference of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick, founder of SkinMedica and an innovative leader in dermatology, was recognized by his peers with a Presidential Citation honoring his major impact in the field of laser medicine. 

ASLMS President, R. Rox Anderson, M.D., presented Dr. Fitzpatrick with the award, noting him as a master clinician, pioneer, inventor, teacher, entrepreneur, visionary and friend.  “I’m overwhelmed with gratitude upon receipt of this accolade.  It’s especially meaningful to have received it from Dr. Rox Anderson – I consider Rox my mentor, friend, and the greatest mind in laser medicine,” says Fitzpatrick.

Additional recent honors for Dr. Fitzpatrick include the 2005 Sturge-Weber Society “Physician of the Year” award, recognition by Allure magazine as the "Physician Who Has Most Influenced Beauty" and the EnvisiON Award for lifetime achievement from the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery.

The annual ASLMS conference is regarded as the premier forum for the introduction of the newest breakthroughs in laser diagnostics and technology.  The world’s top laser experts gather to share innovations in lasers and emerging technologies.  Headlining the scientific program are acknowledged leaders in the field who unveil the latest research developments and clinical studies in laser medicine, as well as present promising devices poised to enhance disease detection and management.

About the ASLMS
The ASLMS is the world’s preeminent resource for laser research, safety, education, and clinical knowledge.  Founded in 1980, ASLMS promotes excellence in patient care by advancing clinical application of lasers and related technologies.  For more information on the Society and LASER 2010, please visit www.aslms.org.

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About SkinMedica

SkinMedica, Inc. is focused on developing, acquiring and commercializing products that treat dermatologic conditions and improve the appearance of skin. We market and sell to physicians, with a focus on aesthetics, both prescription and non-prescription skin care products. The company's full line of aesthetic skin care products includes the revolutionary TNS Essential Serum™ and hallmark TNS Recovery Complex®. The formulations in our clinical skin care collection enhance skin appearance, reduce signs of aging and provide other skin care benefits.

SkinMedica's prescription products include VANIQA® (eflornithine hydrochloride) Cream, 13.9%, the only FDA-approved prescription product for the reduction of unwanted facial hair in women and EpiQui® Micro Cream (4% hydroquinone) for hyperpigmentation, or "brown spots" that commonly result from aging, inflammation or sun exposure.

SkinMedica is based in Carlsbad, California. For more information, visit: www.skinmedica.com.

TNS Recovery Complex®, VANIQA®, EpiQuin® Micro, and SkinMedica®, are registered trademarks of SkinMedica, Inc and affiliates.