The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery is the world’s largest scientific organization focused on the biomedical use of lasers and -energy based technologies with the mission of advancing research, education, and clinical care standards. This annual conference was hosted in San Diego and serves as the premier forum for clinicians, scientists, and industry to exchange data, attend workshops, and discuss practices and safety. The content covered spans basic science to practical pearls which helps attendees stay current on rapidly evolving devices, indications, and practices.