John Hoopman

John began his clinical career at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas in 1998, managing a 225-laser program that served multiple surgical and medical specialties for more than two decades. Nationally recognized for patient safety and laser education, he continues to research, publish, and teach through his work with ANSI, ASLMS, ASAPS, and the Laser Institute of America.

Aesthetic specialist performing laser hair removal on a male patient’s chest in a clinical treatment room.

Laser Safety Myths Every Aesthetic Practitioner Should Stop Believing

Laser Safety Myths Every Aesthetic Practitioner Should Stop Believing Laser safety rests on facts you can test. Myths spread fast in our field and they often sound convincing, yet they lead to poor settings and avoidable injuries. This article clears up the most common myths I see during training and consulting. You will learn what actually keeps patients safe and how to use that knowledge during your next session. I base these points on clinical […]

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Understanding Light–Tissue Interaction in Aesthetic Treatments

Understanding Light-Tissue Interaction in Aesthetic Treatments Every pulse you deliver enters skin and follows a path. Some light reflects. Some scatters. Some gets absorbed and turns into heat. When you understand that path, you choose safer settings and you produce steady results. This article shows you what happens inside the skin and how to use that knowledge during treatment. These concepts support the five parameters you set on your device. If you want structured practice

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Laser Physics Made Simple for Aesthetic Practitioners

Laser Physics Made Simple for Aesthetic Practitioners Every aesthetic laser treatment starts with physics. You don’t need to be a scientist to use this knowledge—you just need to understand the basic principles that guide how light behaves in skin. Once you know the fundamentals, your results become consistent, your confidence improves, and your patients stay safe. This guide explains laser physics in plain language. It’s designed for practitioners who want to make smarter decisions about

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ANSI Z136.3 Explained – The Gold Standard in Laser Safety When it comes to the safe use of lasers in healthcare settings, no standard carries more weight than ANSI Z136.3. Officially titled “American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers in Health Care”, this document provides the comprehensive framework that hospitals, clinics, and aesthetic practices rely on to protect patients and staff from preventable harm. If you are working with lasers or intense pulsed light

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Aesthetic professional adjusting lighting equipment above a patient during a facial or laser procedure in a clinical treatment room.

The 5 Key Laser Parameters Every Aesthetic Professional Must Master

The 5 Laser Parameters Every Aesthetic Professional Must Master Every successful laser treatment depends on how well you control five settings: wavelength, fluence, pulse duration, spot size, and repetition rate. These parameters determine how energy behaves in tissue, how deep it travels, and how safely it delivers results. When you understand them, you stop relying on presets and start working with confidence. As a Certified Medical Laser Safety Officer and ANSI Z136.3–aligned educator, I focus

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Aesthetic & Cosmetic Laser Training with John Hoopman – Live & Online Certification Courses

Choosing the Right Cosmetic Laser Training – Online vs Live Courses Cosmetic and aesthetic laser training is no longer optional — it’s the foundation of safe, effective patient care and long-term career growth. But with so many education options available, providers often ask the same question: Should I take an online course or attend a live, in-person training? The right answer depends on your goals, experience level, schedule, learning style, and budget. In this comprehensive

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