The series of courses and Laser Florence congresses started in 1997 with three objectives:

• to increase the number of physicians, engineers and scientists who correctly use lasers in medicine, surgery and human sciences
• to facilitate the exchange of theoretical and practical experiences between different world wide schools of human sciences and medicine through discussion and demonstration
• to foster contacts between industry, engineering, physics, medicine and surgery.

The first objective is achieved by the courses that are organized by our highly respected faculty.

The second objective is achieved by the meeting, where pioneers in the use of laser in medicine and surgery are selected as chairmen and invited speakers.

The last objective is achieved by the trade fair, with the presence of exhibitors from some of the best industries of the world.

Many international institutions, universities and scientific societies agree with this approach that has been developed for Laser Florence.

The choice of Florence for this event allows for attendees to experience the history and art of the Italian Renaissance.

Indeed, the use of lasers in medicine, surgery and human sciences represents a Renaissance of sorts in medical knowledge.

-- Leonardo Longo, MD, President