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Refine Dermatique Aesthetic Medical Team Presents Free Educational Event in Otsego, MN

Dr. Barry LaBine of Refine Dermatique announced a complimentary educational esthetic event in Otsego, MN. Featured services will include Fractionated Skin Resurfacing, MicroLaserPeels, Photo Facials, Skin Tightening, BOTOX® Cosmetic, and other Facial Fillers.

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Vein Center & CosMed, Inc. Selected as Exclusive St. Louis Provider of FDA-Cleared Device

Veinwave Eliminates Spider Veins and Telangiectasia

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AVIE! MedSpa & Laser Center in Northern Virginia to Launch ProLipo™ Laser Liposuction

Kim Marinetto, RN, Master Aesthetician and Medspa Visionary announced today that AVIE! Medspa and Laser Center in Leesburg, Virginia will launch ProLipo™, the minimally invasive alternative to traditional liposuction that eliminates unwanted fat.

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Dr. Thomas E. Young Launches Revolutionary Fat Transfer Breast Enhancement Procedure

Thomas E. Young, MD, owner of Young Medical Spa announced today that Young Medical Spa in Center Valley, PA has launched the latest technique in fat transfer to perform Natural Breast Augmentation using the patient's own healthy body fat extracted from unwanted areas such as lower abdomen, thighs and buttocks. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia with minimal downtime.

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ZERONA™ Non-surgical, Non-invasive Fat Reduction Procedure to Launch in Northern Virginia at AVIE! MedSpa & Laser Center

Kim Marinetto, RN, Master Aesthetician and Medspa Visionary announced today that AVIE! Medspa and Laser Center in Leesburg, Virginia to launch ZERONA™, the safe, effective and painless way to remove fat and contour the body without invasive surgery.

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AVIE! Medspa & Laser Center Launches EVENTS at AVIE!

Kim Marinetto, RN, Master Aesthetician and Medspa Visionary announced today that AVIE! Medspa and Laser Center will be hosting a series of cosmetic medical educational seminars: Events at AVIE! This is a complimentary program that will offer knowledge and insight into how you can look and feel younger with the latest in medical technology and advanced skincare.

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Saving Face...No Need For A Knife!

Non-surgical facial rejuvenation techniques will be discussed by leading experts at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), being held at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Convention Center May 2-7, 2009.

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Top Medical Team Launches AVIE! Medspa & Laser Center in Leesburg, VA

Kim Marinetto, RN & Master Aesthetician in partnership with Medical Director, Betsy Vasquez, MD announced today the opening of AVIE!, their new medical spa and laser center in Leesburg, VA, located at the Fort Evans Plaza II.

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Laser Beam Beauty: 'The Complete Guide to Laser Hair Removal' DVD released by Aesthetic VideoSource

Dermatologists Mark Taylor, M.D. and Christine Whitelaw, M.D. demonstrate http://www.videoshelf.com/laser_hair_removal.html [laser hair removal] on the face, underarms, back, bikini area, and legs.

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BioForm Medical to Present at the 2008 Maxim Group Growth Conference

SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) announced today that it is scheduled to present at the 2008 Maxim Group Growth Conference on Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Derek Bertocci, Chief Financial Officer of BioForm Medical, is scheduled to provide a corporate overview of the Company at 2:30 p.m. (ET) in New York City.

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338 Patient Pivotal Trial Demonstrates Safety and Effectiveness of Polidocanol Sclerotherapy Product for Varicose Vein Treatment

SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced that the pivotal clinical study of Polidocanol, conducted in Germany by BioForm Medical's partner, Chemische Fabrik KREUSSLER & Co. GmbH (Kreussler), successfully met the study primary endpoint and has been submitted to FDA as part of a New Drug Application (NDA) process.

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BioForm Reports Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2008

SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended June 30, 2008. Net sales were $16.7 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 as compared to $15.4 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2007, an increase of $1.3 million or 8.4%. The net loss was $20.0 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 as compared to a net loss of $4.9 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2007. Net sales were $67.5 million for fiscal year 2008 as compared to $47.4 million for fiscal year 2007, an increase of $20.1 million or 42.4%. The net loss was $29.5 million for the fiscal year 2008 as compared to $13.6 million for fiscal year 2007. The $20.0 million net loss in the fourth quarter and the $29.5 million net loss for fiscal year 2008 each included an $11.2 million charge for acquired in-process research and development arising from the purchase of substantially all assets of Advanced Cosmetic Intervention, Inc. (ACI) in April 2008.

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Venous Surgery EMR: SonoSoft Chooses Practice Management Solution MPMsoft as its Medical Billing Software

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- As baby boomers age, varicose veins can signal health concerns of not merely unsightly veins, but sometimes painful ulcers that can be a harbinger of a potential for stroke. Fortunately, a fairly simple procedure of laser surgery exists that can reduce the risk of serious complications.

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BioForm Medical to Announce Financial Results for Quarter and Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2008, and Host Conference Call and Webcast on September 4, 2008

SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) announced that on Thursday, September 4, 2008, it will report its financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2008. The Company will issue the earnings press release after the NASDAQ Global Market closes and will hold a conference call with investors at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time).

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Survey Shows People With Varicose Veins Unaware of Health Risks; Most Never Consider Treatment

CHICAGO, July 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Varicose veins -- unsightly bulging veins in the legs -- force many embarrassed sufferers to cover up, even on the hottest summer days. While often dismissed as a cosmetic issue, varicose veins actually can develop into serious health problems. According to a new survey, many who suffer from varicose veins aren't aware of this and are not seeking treatment for their condition. The survey, sponsored by Vein Clinics of America, found that one in five people reported having varicose veins, and half (48 percent) also experienced aching pain in the legs. Surprisingly, most people (87 percent) reported they have never sought treatment and nearly half (42 percent) do not consider varicose veins to be a serious health issue.

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Radiesse(R) Dermal Filler Featured Prominently in Journal of Dermatologic Surgery Special Issue on Fillers

SAN MATEO, Calif., June 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced the publication of five studies in the June 2008 issue of the Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, a peer-reviewed publication of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. The five published clinical and preclinical reports were:

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Radiesse(R) Dermal Filler Featured Prominently in Journal of Dermatologic Surgery Special Issue on Fillers

SAN MATEO, Calif., June 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced the publication of five studies in the June 2008 issue of the Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, a peer-reviewed publication of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. The five published clinical and preclinical reports were:

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Radiesse(R) Dermal Filler Featured Prominently in Journal of Dermatologic Surgery Special Issue on Fillers

SAN MATEO, Calif., June 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced the publication of five studies in the June 2008 issue of the Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, a peer-reviewed publication of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. The five published clinical and preclinical reports were:

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BioForm Medical to Present at the 2008 Jefferies Second Annual Healthcare Conference

SAN MATEO, Calif., June 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced that Steven Basta, Chief Executive Officer of BioForm Medical will present a company overview at the upcoming Jefferies Second Annual Healthcare Conference being held June 24-26th, 2008 in New York. BioForm Medical's presentation will take place on Wednesday, June 25th, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. EDT.

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CryoLife's BioGlue(R) Surgical Adhesive Receives European Approval for use in Browlift Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

ATLANTA and SAN MATEO, Calif., June 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CryoLife, Inc. (NYSE: CRY), and BioForm Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: BFRM) today announced that they have received a CE Mark for the use of CryoLife's BioGlue Surgical Adhesive for periosteal fixation following endoscopic browplasty or brow lift, a reconstructive plastic surgery procedure. The CE Mark approval allows the product to be marketed in the European Community (EU).

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