R3 Medical Training

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⸺ PRP & PRF

PRP and PRF Course

Platelet-Rich Plasma training — useful in your field, with hands-on patient procedures. Research on both therapies is ongoing.

⸺ Know the difference

PRP vs PRF — what's the difference?

Both are derived from your patient’s own blood, but they behave differently — knowing when to use each is a key skill this course builds.

PRP — Platelet-Rich Plasma

Platelet-Rich Plasma

PRP is processed by centrifuging a blood sample to concentrate platelets. The plasma layer is separated and injected — releasing growth factors that may support cell regeneration, collagen production and tissue repair.

 

Commonly used for facial rejuvenation, hair restoration and wound healing.

PRF — Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Platelet-Rich Fibrin

PRF is a second-generation platelet concentrate — processed without anticoagulants, resulting in a fibrin matrix that releases growth factors over time.

 

Some providers use PRF in aesthetic procedures. Results vary from patient to patient.

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⸺ COURSE OVERVIEW

Platelet-rich plasma training — a skill you can add to your practice

is used for face rejuvenation, non-surgical hair rejuvenation and hair restoration. Platelet-rich plasma training, known as PRP for short, is now extremely popular for face rejuvenation, non-surgical hair rejuvenation, lip filler as well as hair restoration. Research studies continue to be published on both therapies, presenting continuing improvements to treatments.

 

Plasma can be used for skin, muscle tissue turnover, a patient’s skin disorders or wound-healing purposes. PRP is made from the patient’s own blood. Like any injection-based procedure, it carries risks, and this course covers them. The course also shows attendees how to recognize and manage complications.

 

The hands-on portion of the course will include working with blood to process both PRP and PRF. That portion teaches attendees at the collection of Platelet and Red blood-rich PRP to ensure PRP is being processed and used correctly, with step-by-step learning PRP and skin combination techniques.

⸺ TOW-DAY CURRICULUM

PRP and PRF for face, lips and hair procedures — full agenda

A detailed breakdown of all sessions across both days, with learning objectives for each topic.

Introduction to Aging and Wrinkles 

Learning Objectives: This presentation will teach attendees to understand how the face ages over time and the patient psychology associated with it. Also, attendees will understand what non-invasive facial procedures are currently available along with learning facial anatomy and physiology.

  • How the face changes with aging
  • Psychology and Social aspects of facial aging
  • Review of non-invasive facial procedures
  • Facial Skin, Subcutaneous and Muscle anatomy and physiology

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in Aesthetics 

Learning Objectives: This presentation will teach attendees what exactly defines platelet rich plasma, the history and regulations, along with how it’s processed and prepared for use.

  • What is Platelet Rich Plasma
  • History of Use
  • FDA Regulations of PRP
  • PRP Processing and Preparation

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Face Treatments

Learning Objectives: This presentation will teach attendees what peer-reviewed research evidence shows for facial PRP treatments. Anatomy zones that are safe versus “danger” will be taught, along with how to evaluate patients and plan for PRP facial procedures.

Attendees will learn how PRP facial injections and microneedling are performed, and appropriate post procedure instructions for patients.

  • Evidence Based Indications for Face PRP Treatments
  • Anatomy Safe/Danger Zones for Face Treatments
  • Patient Evaluation and Procedure Planning
  • Model Patient Procedure for PRP Injections
  • Model Patient Procedure for PRP Microneedling
  • Post Procedure Instructions for Face PRP Treatments.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Hair Treatment

Learning Objectives: This presentation will teach attendees what evidence based research shows as indications for hair PRP procedures. Also, what are safe and “danger” anatomy zones for the hair PRP Procedure.

Patient evaluation and procedure planning for hair procedures are taught, and attendees will watch appropriate techniques on a model patient and learn the appropriate post-procedure instructions for best outcomes.

  • Evidence Based Indications for Hair PRP Treatments
  • Anatomy Safe/Danger Zones for Hair PRP Treatments
  • Numbing Techniques for Hair PRP Treatments
  • Patient Evaluation and Procedure Planning
  • Model Patient Procedure for Hair PRP Treatments
  • Post Procedure Instructions for Hair PRP Treatments.

Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) in Aesthetics

Learning Objectives: This presentation will teach attendees what exactly defines platelet rich fibrin, the history and regulations, along with how it’s processed and prepared for use.

  • What is Platelet Rich Fibrin
  • History of Use
  • FDA Regulations of PRF
  • PRF Processing and Preparation

Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRP) for Face Treatments

Learning Objectives: This presentation will teach attendees what peer-reviewed research evidence shows for facial PRF treatments. Anatomy zones that are safe versus “danger” will be taught, along with how to evaluate patients and plan for PRP facial procedures.

Attendees will learn proper technique from observing a model patient procedure, provide post-procedure instructions, and learn how to look out for and handle PRF complications.

  • Evidence Based Indications for Face PRF Treatments
  • Anatomy of the Facial Areas where PRF is performed
  • Safe/Danger Zones for Face PRF Treatments
  • Patient Evaluation and Procedure Planning
  • Model Patient Procedure for PRP Injections
  • Looking out for, and handling PRF complications.
  • Post Procedure Instructions for Face PRF Treatments.

Combination Therapies

Learning Objectives: PRP and PRF procedures for aesthetics are often used in combination or with adjuvant biologics and/or therapies. This presentation will teach attendees how to combine PRP and PRF for the best outcomes and what therapies and/or biologics to add in or avoid.

Attendees will learn proper technique from observing a model patient procedure, provide post-procedure instructions, and learn how to look out for and handle PRF complications.

  • How to combine PRP and PRF for face procedures.
  • Adjuvant biologics for combination use or to avoid.

PRF Patient Procedures

Learning Objectives: Attendees will learn proper patient evaluation and procedure planning, along with procedure techniques under direct faculty supervision for appropriate PRF placement for various facial areas.

  • Patient Evaluation and Procedure Planning.
  • Model Patient Procedure for PRF Injections in Lips
  • Model Patient Procedure for PRF Injections under eyes.
  • Model Patient Procedure for PRF Injections in nasolabial folds.
  • Post Procedure Instructions for Face PRF Treatments.

⸺ Clinical versatility

Where PRP and PRF are used together

Combination therapy is one tool in a regenerative practice. This course covers when, why and how to combine PRP/PRF with other biologics.Combination therapy is one of the most powerful tools in a regenerative practice — this course covers when, why, and how to combine PRP/PRF with other biologics.

Facial Rejuvenation

PRP and PRF can be combined with neurotoxins and dermal fillers in facial rejuvenation.

Hair Restoration

PRP and PRF are used for androgenic alopecia, either alone or alongside minoxidil protocols.

Adjuvant Biologics

Learn which biologics are commonly paired with PRP/PRF, and which combinations to avoid for patient safety.

⸺ SEE IT IN ACTION

Training Videos

Watch key sessions and hear from providers who’ve completed the course.

⸺ MEET YOUR TRAINERS

Learn from practicing experts

Headshot of Dr. Ruben Alexander, MD, R3 Medical Training instructor for ultrasound and MSK procedures

Ruben Alexander MD

Dr. Alexander teaches systemic procedures, ultrasound and MSK procedures.

Headshot of Dr. Tal Cohen, DAOM, MS-FMHN, founder of A New Way Clinic in Portland

Dr. Tal Cohen DAOM, MS-FMHN

Dr. Cohen founded A New Way Clinic, a functional medicine practice in Portland. He teaches how supplements can fit alongside procedures.

Headshot of Dr. David Greene, MD, PhD, MBA, founder and CEO of R3 Medical Training

David Greene, MD, PhD, MBA

David Greene, MD, MBA founded R3 Medical Training to help providers learn needed skill sets in an immersive setting. Dr. Greene actively participates in a lot of the training courses. He regularly presents on marketing for online patient acquisition, including sales training too!

Headshot of Dr. Geneva Worthington, R3 Medical Training instructor for facial rejuvenation and PDO thread lift

Dr. Geneva Worthington

Dr. Worthington provides training for facial rejuvenation procedures and sexual health procedures, along with PDO Thread Lift Certification.

Headshot of Dr. Lucia Mirales Chavez, MD, R3 Medical Training instructor for regenerative aesthetics

Lucia Mirales Chavez, MD

Dr. Lucia Mirales Chavez is an MD who teaches Regenerative Aesthetics, including Hair Restoration, Sexual Health and PDO Thread Lift procedures. She is from Fresno CA.

Headshot of Patrick Astourian, R3 Medical Training instructor for hands-on MSK ultrasound

Patrick Astourian

Patrick has given hands on MSK training to multiple doctors in pain management, PM&R, rheumatology, sports medicine and orthopaedics.

Headshot of Lydia Dana, diagnostic medical sonographer and R3 Medical Training MSK ultrasound instructor

Lydia Dana

Lydia is a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer who works in MSK Ultrasound.

Headshot of Richard Kates, registered MSK sonographer and R3 Medical Training instructor

Richard Kates

Richard Kates is a Registered MSK Sonographer who practices diagnostic MSK ultrasound every day at multiple clinics throughout Arizona.

Headshot of Dr. Nancy Gaines-Dillard, DNP-BC, board certified family medicine practitioner

Nancy Gaines

Dr. Nancy Gaines-Dillard, DNP-BC, Board Certified Family Medicine Healthcare Practitioner with over 26 years of varied experience in Family, Emergency, and Acute Care Medicine at teaching hospitals, Level I Trauma Centers and Tertiary facilities.

⸺ IN THEIR WORDS

Testimonials