Podcasts about Aesthetics

What if your best skin ever had nothing to do with Botox, fillers or even fancy skincare? This week we welcome Dr. Tia Paul, a Harvard- and MIT-trained, board-certified dermatologist—and major skin laser aficionado. As the founder of Balanced Skin Dermatology and Aesthetics in Newport Beach, California, Dr. Paul treats everything from acne, hyperpigmentation, eczema and psoriasis to skin cancer and she has earned over 400K followers on social media.Tune in to find out how to achieve glass skin the non-gimmicky way, as Dr. Paul reveals everything to know about the most effective at-home brightening solutions, how-to navigate the world of professional lasers, and the “pyramid” framework she designed for a brighter skin game plan that won't shock your skin or your credit card.In this episode, we discuss:Hydroquinone, tranexamic acid, azelaic acid, niacinamide — the new rules for skin brightening skincare in 2026Lasers 101 — the difference between ablative and non-ablative lasers, vascular lasers and why the term “laser” itself is one of the most misused words in the beauty industryWhat is laser “stacking” and why Dr. Paul says that combining technologies is where you get the best resultsWhat's all the fuss about Xerf? The new tightening device that's giving people snatched jawlines with zero downtime — Dr. Paul shares her experience.Myth or reality? The truth about lasers on skin of colour — and what to ask before your appointmentWhy the Fitzpatrick scale is outdated — according to Dr. Paul — and what she thinks should replace it to treat a full range of skin tonesDr. Paul's go-to's: The laser that she personally swears by for glass skin, and the favourite sunscreen the derm will be using to maintain clear skin results all summer longDisclaimer: Please note the discussion in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes! For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: K-Beauty Secrets: Dermatologist Dr. David Kim on Salmon DNA, Glass Skin & Anti-AgingStress and Your Skin: Decoded with Dr. Amy WechslerSkincare Terms to Know Before Your Next Dermatologist Visit with Dr. Samantha Ellis PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! One SkinBorn from over a decade of longevity research, OneSkin's OS-01 Peptide™ is proven to target the visible signs of aging, helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code BREAKINGBEAUTY at oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY. After you purchase, they'll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you. Qualia Life SciencesExperience the most trusted magnesium for purity, potency, and performance. Plus it's non-GMO, vegan and gluten-free making it a choice you can feel good about. Go to qualialife.com/BEAUTY for 50% off. And here's a bonus, use the code BEAUTY for an additional 15% off your order. Thanks to Qualia for sponsoring this episode! QuinceElevate your summer wardrobe. Go to Quince.com/breakingbeauty for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Dove Discover the new Dove Serum+ Oil Body Wash — available in “Radiance” with notes of jojoba and monoi flower and “Soothing” with almond oil and sandalwood — at www.dove.com/ca. Now available on Amazon and in stores nationwide.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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In this episode, Dr. Johnny Franco, a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Austin Plastic Surgeon, shares the challenges practices face as they navigate the exploding demand for weight loss and wellness. Dr. Franco breaks down what it takes to integrate these services into an existing practice. Learn how quickly the space is shifting and what compliance risks come with expansion. Tune in for insights on building a compliant wellness strategy that avoids costly missteps and supports patients across their entire health journey.Chapters00:00 Intro00:47 Banter04:55 Guest background07:03 Tell us about Austin Plastic Surgeon. 09:00 How is wellness impacting your practice? 11:19 How has client conversion changed as wellness becomes more popular?12:50 How are you navigating medical weight loss services amid evolving FDA regulations? 16:20 What pitfalls come from adding wellness services? 18:35 What excites you about peptides? 22:32 What training is essential when adding wellness services? 25:59 Access+26:44 Legal Takeaways28:44 OutroWatch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadattoStay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

The world of medical aesthetics changes every day. This episode of Medical Spa Insider features AmSpa founder Alex Thiersch at the Medical Spa Show, hosting four insightful interviews that explore the evolving landscape of aesthetic medicine, the necessity of rigorous standards, and the importance of professional mentorship. 00:00:34: Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC discusses the critical need for establishing standards and best practices for PDGF, navigating the balance between innovation and compliance. 00:23:14: Sonya Ellis, APRN, CPSN, CANS, ISPAN-F shares her extensive experience in the industry and details her successful mentorship program designed to foster the next generation of aesthetic nurses. 00:38:03: Saami Khalifian, MD, FAAD explores his work with Allergan training centers, the intersection of dermatology and plastic surgery, and the power of educational synergy. 00:58:15: Kate Dee, MD introduces the Med Spa Board Certification program, aimed at setting national safety standards to distinguish legitimate practices from illegal actors.

Hip programs are often used to create predictable cash flow, but recurring revenue alone does not guarantee profitability.  Too often, practices focus on recurring revenue while overlooking the impact on margins, utilization, redemption behavior, and patient lifetime value.  A strong membership program should increase profitability and patient value—not simply create discounts.  Where Most Membership Models Start Losing Margin  Many practices build memberships as a retention tool without fully understanding how they impact profitability.  The biggest mistake is discounting services that already have thinner margins. While recurring revenue may look attractive on paper, profitability can suffer if patients are simply receiving discounts on services they already planned to purchase.  Strong membership programs encourage patients to explore additional treatments, increase lifetime value, and create predictable utilization. The goal is not simply recurring revenue. The goal is profitable recurring revenue.  The Membership Framework That Creates Better Financial Outcomes  The strongest membership programs are built around intentional behavior design.  Benefits should support your pricing strategy, encourage utilization of high-value services, and create opportunities for patients to engage more deeply with treatment plans over time.  It's also important to track how members actually use the program.   Are they trying new services?   Are they increasing spend over time?   Are they returning more consistently?  In some practices, a loyalty or VIP program may create stronger financial outcomes than a traditional membership model. Exclusive access, preferred booking opportunities, and patient perks can increase retention without creating unnecessary discount pressure.  Why Membership Data Matters More Than Membership Sales  Selling memberships is only the beginning.  The real value comes from understanding utilization rates, redemption behavior, patient retention, and lifetime value. Those metrics reveal whether your membership structure is strengthening profitability or quietly eroding it.  When membership data is reviewed consistently, practice owners can refine benefits, improve patient experience, and create stronger financial outcomes without relying on additional discounting.  As Your Med Spa Scales, Memberships Become a Financial System  As practices grow, memberships become more than a marketing tool. They become part of the financial infrastructure of the business.  Weak membership models can create hidden liabilities, capacity constraints, and margin pressure. Strong membership models create predictable revenue, support retention, and align patient behavior with the long-term goals of the practice.  The most successful memberships are built as part of a broader financial strategy designed to support sustainable growth and enterprise value.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners. Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/  Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

Around 48 to 72 hours after surgery, swelling peaks, the anesthesia haze lifts, and a lot of women look in the mirror and feel like they've made a mistake. Dr. Diana Breister has been in plastic surgery long enough to know that feeling almost never means what people think it means. Most of the time, it's not regret — it's chaos.Dr. Breister, who came to La Jolla Cosmetic after years of reconstructive work at City of Hope, walks Monique through what's actually happening between day one and day fourteen. The first 48 hours are what she calls a “pink bubble” — anesthesia still on board, surgery behind you, mostly relief. Then comes the crash: maximum swelling, pain pills affecting mood, a body shape that doesn't look like the final result yet, and the strange weight of doing nothing while everyone else is productive. They get into the difference between regret and shock, why facelifts feel harder than mommy makeovers, the mean-girl moment that derailed a breast reduction recovery, and what to do when your partner isn't showing up.Three words anchor the whole conversation: trust the process. Dr. Breister explains why she can promise, with 200% certainty, that the feeling will pass — and why the women who say “what did I do” at week one almost never remember saying it by year one.LinksMeet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Diana BreisterLearn more about facelift surgery at LJCSCQuestions answered by this episodeWhy do I feel sad or emotional after plastic surgery?When does swelling peak after cosmetic surgery?Is it normal to regret plastic surgery in the first two weeks?What is post-surgery depression and how long does it last?Can anesthesia and pain medication change how I feel emotionally?Why does my face or body look so different right after surgery?How should a partner or family member support someone recovering from cosmetic surgery?Why do facelifts feel harder emotionally than other procedures?What are the biggest mistakes people make in the first two weeks of recovery?How do I tell the difference between normal swelling and a real problem?About this podcastLearn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego's Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine's Best of San Diego Awards.Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego's most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCWatch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentreThe La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.ioTheme music: Busy People, SOOP

→ Active Skin Repair | Head to https://www.activeskinrepair.com and use code DRG at checkout for 25% off all Active Skin Repair products. (Discount returns to standard rate after June 8th) Episode Description You've been using alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and Neosporin your whole life. And none of them are actually helping you heal faster. In fact, they may be slowing you down. Justin Gardner is the founder of Active Skin Repair, a medical grade hypochlorous acid product that was originally developed for hospital use in burn units, wound care centers, and neonatal ICUs before he licensed it and brought it to the public. Dr. G has been using it since 2019, including once when he cut his finger open deep in the mountains of Tanga and used it instead of stitches. Eight days later it was nearly sealed. Three weeks later, no scar. In this episode, you'll discover:  • What hypochlorous acid actually is, why your white blood cells already produce it, and why it kills 99.9% of bacteria, fungi, and viruses within 15 seconds with the same safety profile as saline solution  • Why alcohol and hydrogen peroxide kill the healthy growth factors your body produces to heal itself, and how hypochlorous acid cleans the wound without impairing the repair process  • How parents, kids, pets, athletes, and anyone dealing with acne, eczema, sunburns, diaper rash, or chronic wounds can use one bottle for almost everything This is the Windex of skin care. In the best possible way. Find Active Skin Repair:  • Website: https://www.activeskinrepair.com  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activeskinrepair Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:34 - Dr. G's Story: A Deep Finger Cut, No Stitches, No Scar  1:37 - Why People Still Reach for Alcohol and Hydrogen Peroxide (And Why They Shouldn't) 2:43 - The Problem With Neosporin (Especially for Kids)  3:42 - How the Technology Was Discovered in Hospital Wound Care  5:57 - Same Medical-Grade Formula as What's Used in Hospitals and ICUs  8:08 - How Active Skin Repair Got to Market (Starting With Surfers and Pro Athletes)  10:32 - Does It Reduce Inflammation Too, or Just Kill Bacteria?  11:06 - Using It on Your Kids from Day One: Diaper Rash, Hand-Foot-Mouth & More  14:41 - Spray vs. Gel: Which One to Use and When  16:32 - Does It Help Rebuild Tissue and Speed Up Healing?  19:00 - Safe for Pets (and If They Lick It — Still Fine)  22:25 - Acne, Eczema, Aesthetics & the Growing Cosmetic Use Case  23:33 - Does It Target Bad Bacteria Without Disrupting the Skin Microbiome?  27:17 - Bacteria, Fungus, and Viral Infections: What the Research Shows  29:02 - Why Moms Are the Biggest Customers  34:14 - Where to Get It and How to Save 25% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on episode 289 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: Obsession movie theory, Changing consciousness, True mirror, Perception of yourself, Energy & frequency, Bryce Crawford, Burning man, Revelation prophecies, Natural disasters, Volcano eruption meteor crash, Soulmate theories, Spiritual theories, Thinking in story mode, Modifying your body, Soul theory, Aesthetic, Neurolink, Chat gpt hacks, Emotional intelligence, Burning yourself out, Deeping things, Happiness, The less you know the better, 2026 World cup prediction theory, Epstein files NBA Finals predictions, Stick to the script, Ray J knock out and much more! Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Lisa invites listeners into a deeply human moment—moving from tension and anger into release, clarity, and embodied spaciousness after reaching out for connection and letting herself feel what needed to be felt. From there, she expands the conversation into self‑parenting, emotional safety, and the real work of intentional change, weaving in reflections from her friend “Bob,” insights from one‑on‑one coaching, and the powerful reminder that we must meet ourselves where we are. She explores the difference between drowning and needing a life jacket versus being ready for a swim lesson, and how raising our level of consciousness transforms the entire journey of healing, eating, and weight loss.Topics Include:Emotional ReleaseSelf ParentingStrategy Before SafetyShifts in Consciousness[0:32] Lisa reminds listeners about the free, live Journaling for Weight Loss workshop happening Monday, June 8, 2026 from 6:00–7:30 PM EDT (3:00–4:30 PM PDT), where she teaches how journaling and other inner‑work practices can support—but not replace—the physical behaviors required for intentional weight loss, offering an interactive space with teaching, experiential exercises, Q&A, and coaching for anyone who feels they're doing “all the inner work” but still not seeing outer change. [8:08] Lisa shares Bob's reflections on using the “bubble practice” as an energetic boundary in everyday situations, calling it a game changer for overwhelm and social anxiety. He pairs it with relaxed breathing and the reminder to “relax but don't collapse.” When learning about reparenting, Bob expresses the common resistance and unfairness of not wanting to be a parent that arise as we step into self‑responsibility.[15:43] Lisa highlights the limits of group work and the need for individualized pacing, using the metaphor that someone who is “drowning” needs a life jacket, not a swim lesson. She emphasizes that safety and stabilization must come before skill‑building; otherwise, attempts to jump from precontemplation to action—or to impose rigid rules like an absent parent—trigger a wise inner resistance. Lisa explains that the “inner rebel” is simply self‑protection in the absence of earned trust, and consistent, compassionate care is what makes structured change possible. [27:53] Lisa shares a college story where her dad reframes a dreaded oceanography class as a “test of endurance,” illustrating how shifting perspective reveals the deeper work beneath the task. She applies this to intentional weight loss: the real goal is learning unconditional self‑love, not chasing a number. Using the metaphor of the body as a “home,” she explains that it's fine to want to redecorate, but your worth must come from the shelter your body provides, not its appearance. Lisa further explains that change becomes safe only when love isn't conditional on the outcome.[37:28] Lisa explains that sustainable change rests on loving yourself even when you feel like you're failing, tending to the “inside of the home” while acknowledging that caring about the exterior is human. She explores a neutral relationship with the scale and reframes her aesthetic goals as “recreational weight loss”—something enjoyable but not identity‑defining. Drawing on Ram Dass, Lisa names wholeness as integrating all parts of the self, including the desire to look good, and reflects on how her own boundaries around body comments evolved with healing. Lisa wraps the episode by inviting listeners to join the Patreon community and attend the in‑person retreat at the Omega Institute July 12–17, 2026.LISA IS NOW ACCEPTING: One-on-One Clients!⁠Purchase the OOTC book of 50 Journal Prompts⁠⁠Leave Questions and Feedback for Lisa via OOTC Pod Feedback Form ⁠Email Lisa: ⁠lisa@lisaschlosberg.com⁠⁠Out of the Cave Merch⁠ - For 10% off use code SCHLOS10Lisa's Socials: Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠

Cornelia received a PhD in Philosophy from Georgetown University and holds MA degrees in Philosophy and History from Temple University. She is the author of three monographs, "The Orthodox Icon and Postmodern Art: Critical Reflections on the Christian Image and its Theology," "Tradition and Transformation in Christian Art: The Transcultural Icon," and "Icons in Time, Persons in Eternity: Orthodox Theology and the Aesthetics of the Christian Image." Her earlier work includes the edited volume "Reviewing Orpheus: Essays on the Art and Cinema of Jean Cocteau." She is also the translator with M. Spanos of "St. Paisios the Athonite, With Pain and Love for Contemporary Man."In this episode, Cornelia and I explore how the material and relational dimensions of Orthodox worship—from the intimacy of confession to the tactile presence of sacred objects—mediate time, eternity, and divine presence. We also discuss how modernism and postmodern thought intersect with Orthodox theology, including the challenges icons pose to contemporary aesthetics and the ways photography can gesture toward the eternal present.

What's the episode about?In this episode, hear Professor Sandra Ruiz on poetry, writing, form, Brown Study, Ricanness, anticoloniality, grief-work, walking and being with the dead, and minoritarian aestheticsWho is Sandra?Sandra Ruiz is the author of Ricanness: Enduring Time in Anticolonial Performance; Left Turns in Brown Study; and Tears for Tears: Aesthetics in Grief Minor. Ruizis the co-author with Hypatia Vourloumis of Formless Formation: Vignettes for the End of this World and The Alleys: Just Dropped in to See What Condition My Condition Was In andco-editor with Shane Vogel & Uri McMillan of the NYU Press book series Minoritarian Aesthetics. When not writing and editing, Ruiz curates and produces through the Minor Aesthetics Lab. At the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sandra Ruiz is the Sue Divan Professor of Performance Studies in the Department of Theatre.The special issue on gendered death in visual culture mentioned in the introduction is here.How do I cite the episode in my research and reading lists?To cite this episode, you can use the following citation:Ruiz, S. (2026) Interview on The Death Studies Podcast hosted by Michael-Fox, B. and Visser, R. Published 1 June 2026. Available at: www.thedeathstudiespodcast.com, DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.32529204What next?Check out more episodes or find out more about the hosts! Got a question? Get in touch.

Join our mastermind community: https://www.skool.com/apparel-success-mastermindTry the best Ai design platform: https://www.design.com/rob88The Instagram aesthetic era is over, and clothing brands that are still posting basic product photos, wall pics, and “cool” content with no real hook are getting cooked. In this video, I break down why so many clothing brands are stuck getting low views on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, and what actually works for growing a clothing brand in 2026. Social media has changed. People are not scrolling just to look at nice clothing photos anymore. They want entertainment, creativity, quick dopamine, and content worth sharing. I also break down the clothing brand Wants and Needs and explain how they've grown so fast by using viral hooks, creative transitions, and content that actually fits how people use social media today. This is not about copying them exactly. It is about understanding why their strategy works and how to apply the same thinking to your own brand, niche, and audience. If you are starting a clothing brand, growing a streetwear brand, or struggling to get views on your content, this video will help you understand why the old Instagram aesthetic strategy is dying and what clothing brands need to do instead.

Is food porn a vibrant and democratic new expression of modern food culture or a superficial addition to an image-saturated world? Tracing its origins from the 1970s to today, this timely book examines the evolution of food porn as a desire-inducing aesthetic practice and a visually extravagant food spectacle. Through discussions on class, gender, sexuality and national identities, Food Porn: Food Aesthetics in a Digital Age (Bristol University Press, 2026) by Dr. Jonatan Leer & Dr. Stinne Gunder Strøm Krogager questions whether food porn reinforces social hierarchies or empowers individuals. Also exploring anti-food porn aesthetics, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the deeper social implications of food's digital allure. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/food

Is food porn a vibrant and democratic new expression of modern food culture or a superficial addition to an image-saturated world? Tracing its origins from the 1970s to today, this timely book examines the evolution of food porn as a desire-inducing aesthetic practice and a visually extravagant food spectacle. Through discussions on class, gender, sexuality and national identities, Food Porn: Food Aesthetics in a Digital Age (Bristol University Press, 2026) by Dr. Jonatan Leer & Dr. Stinne Gunder Strøm Krogager questions whether food porn reinforces social hierarchies or empowers individuals. Also exploring anti-food porn aesthetics, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the deeper social implications of food's digital allure. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/art

Is food porn a vibrant and democratic new expression of modern food culture or a superficial addition to an image-saturated world? Tracing its origins from the 1970s to today, this timely book examines the evolution of food porn as a desire-inducing aesthetic practice and a visually extravagant food spectacle. Through discussions on class, gender, sexuality and national identities, Food Porn: Food Aesthetics in a Digital Age (Bristol University Press, 2026) by Dr. Jonatan Leer & Dr. Stinne Gunder Strøm Krogager questions whether food porn reinforces social hierarchies or empowers individuals. Also exploring anti-food porn aesthetics, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the deeper social implications of food's digital allure. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/photography

Photography Historian and Curator Audrey Sands joins PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf to discuss her book, Lisette Model: The Jazz Pictures (Eakins Press Foundation). Drawing on years of research, Sands presents Lisette Model's rarely seen archive of photographs of 1950s jazz legends, including Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Percy Heath, Miles Davis, and Dizzy Gillespie. Sands and Wolf discuss the rise of fine art photography as a collectible medium in the latter half of the 20th century, the role of museums and institutions in shaping the narrative of photographic history, and the role of the historian in editing and interpreting an artist's work posthumously. https://harvardartmuseums.org/about/press-media/audrey-sands-appointed-associate-curator-of-photography-at-the-harvard-art-museums https://www.instagram.com/audreyleesands/  Audrey Sands is a historian of photography and curator who specializes in twentieth-century American photography.. She holds a Ph.D. and M.Phil. in the History of Art from Yale University, an M.St. in the History of Art and Visual Culture from the University of Oxford, and a B.A. in Art History from Barnard College. Since February 2025, Sands has served as the Richard L. Menschel Associate Curator of Photography at the Harvard Art Museums, where she oversees a collection of approximately 75,000 photographs and time-based media ranging from the early 19th century to the present. Her appointment followed a postdoctoral fellowship as Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Curatorial Fellow in the Department of Photographs at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. (2022–25), during which she contributed to the exhibitions Gordon Parks: Camera Portraits from the Corcoran Collection (2024–25) and the multi-venue Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985 (2025–26). Prior to the NGA, from 2019 to 2022, Sands held the Norton Family Assistant Curator of Photography position at the Center for Creative Photography (CCP), University of Arizona—a joint appointment with Phoenix Art Museum—where her exhibitions included Freedom Must Be Lived: Marion Palfi's America, 1940–1978 (2021–22) and Farewell Photography: The Hitachi Collection of Postwar Japanese Photographs, 1961–1989 (2022). Earlier curatorial positions include the Department of Photographs at The Museum of Modern Art, the National Gallery of Art, and the J. Paul Getty Museum. Sands has been the lead scholar on the work of photographer Lisette Model for over a decade, beginning with her Yale dissertation, “Lisette Model and the Inward Turn of Photographic Modernism.” Her most recent publication, Lisette Model: The Jazz Pictures (Eakins Press Foundation, 2025), realized a suppressed collaboration between Model and Langston Hughes that had been shelved during the McCarthy era, publishing for the first time nearly 200 of Model's approximately 1,500 jazz negatives alongside Hughes's original essay and new scholarship by Sands. Her ongoing research on flash photography—supported by a 2021 Curatorial Research Fellowship from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts—is developing toward a publication and exhibition titled The Shape of Light: History, Ethics, and Aesthetics of Flash Photography.

Episode 350 hosts Max Hayward (Co-Founder at Aesthetic Nurse Software) from England, UK.  In this podcast we talk about the evolution of an all-in-one clinic management platform for medical aesthetics professionals - Aesthetic Nurse Software. Max explains the origins of ANS and how he and their developer solved his mother's need for a better clinical notes and documentation solution. We cover why having a proper patient journey mapped out leads to better compliance and how ANS has been adapted for both UK and the Australian requirements. We cover ANS's key features and how it has evolved with beta testing and user feedback. Tools we touch on include automations, rich reporting features, segmentation, email marketing, memberships and Klarna/Afterpay functionality. 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Max Hayward  02:17 Origin Story With His Mum 04:13 Working Mother Son Duo 07:02 Compliance First Design 08:58 Paper And Phone Risks 12:14 Australia Regulation Tweaks 13:44 Simple Yet Powerful UX 16:21 Building And Feature Growth 19:35 Naming Beyond Nurses 21:18 Automation Reports Marketing 23:46 Consultants And Retention Metrics 25:13 Measuring Patient Retention 26:02 Trial and Error Growth 26:47 Memberships for Recurring Revenue 29:35 Compliance and S4 Limits 31:42 Product Feedback Loop 33:50 Security and Support Promise 35:29 Buy Now Pay Later Options 36:57 All in One Feature Recap 37:49 AI for Data Insights 39:30 Chatbots After Hours Leads 41:20 US and Canada Expansion 42:21 Switching Systems Data Import 43:54 Pricing Plans and Offer 45:28 Wrap Up and Events IA Listeners can get a free trial of ANS by clicking this link (& please click IA Podcast as the referrer!) DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP IA COMMUNITY: DOWNLOAD FOR APPLE DEVICES DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID DEVICES THEN GET A FREE 30 DAY SUBSCRIPTION (After you've downloaded the app and signed up for free): FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS/NON-CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS

Dr. Robert Convissar - pioneer in laser dentistry, author of the world's number one selling laser dentistry textbook, and Director of Laser Dentistry at New York Hospital Queens joins Lester De Alwis on why lasers are an underused doorway to insurance-free revenue. Why most dentists buy the wrong laser and end up with a $50,000 coat rack. Why airway dentistry will reshape orthodontics over the next 5 - 10 years. And the low-friction entry points, dry socket prevention and oral cancer screening, that let any practice add cash-pay procedures one at a time. Book a complimentary Practice Growth Audit with Ekwa, Most dental practices are losing patients online without knowing it. You walk away with a full online analysis report specific to your practice, your market, and your competition. Claim Your Complimentary Practice Growth Audit If you want to improve how your team presents treatment and communicates value to patients, book a complimentary Practice Breakthrough Session with Gary Takacs, one conversation, a personalized action plan. One conversation with Gary has helped practices recover thousands in unscheduled treatment. Book Your Complimentary Practice Breakthrough Session  

At ten or eleven years old, Dr. Hector Salazar watched his grandmother step off a plane looking dramatically younger than she had a month earlier. She had quietly traveled out of town for cosmetic surgery, healed through the swelling and bruising in private, and come home presentable. That moment redirected a kid who, a few years earlier, had been caping the family dog like a bullfighter — toward seventeen years of training that would make him a board-certified plastic surgeon.Monique talks with Dr. Salazar about the long road from medical school to general surgery training in Chicago to plastic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, inside what he describes as the largest medical center in the world. He explains why training as a general surgeon first — including the fifty to sixty kidney transplants he participated in — makes him a more well-rounded plastic surgeon, and where that background stops being useful in aesthetic work. The conversation covers oral boards (defending a year's worth of his own cases in front of a room of senior plastic surgeons), the legal-household upbringing that shaped his approach to safety and compliance, and why he returned to San Diego in 2015.He also shares what really happens in a consultation at LJCSC, and why he tells anyone who arrives with someone else's surgical plan that the only goal that matters is theirs.LinksMeet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-ReyesRead real patient reviews from La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery CentreQuestions answered by this episodeWho is Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes?Where did Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes train as a plastic surgeon?How many years of training does it take to become a board-certified plastic surgeon?What is the difference between an integrated and a traditional plastic surgery residency?Why does board certification matter when choosing a plastic surgeon?How does a general surgery background prepare someone for plastic surgery?What happens at the plastic surgery oral board exam?What should I expect at a plastic surgery consultation in San Diego?Is it normal to get a second opinion before plastic surgery?How do I find a safe, board-certified plastic surgeon in San Diego?About this podcastLearn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego's Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine's Best of San Diego Awards.Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego's most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCWatch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentreThe La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.ioTheme music: Busy People, SOOP

Get InTouch with Terri Terri Ross Website: Click Here Terri Ross Patreon: Business and Sales Mentorship 4S Summit Info: For more details, look up 4S Summit to understand its role in providing strategic business consulting in the aesthetics industry https://4ssummit.com/ Guest Information Dr. Jake Sloane and David Segal Website: Inside Aesthetics Website Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insideaestheticspodcast/ Epiusode Notes In this episode of InTouch with Terri, Terri Ross welcomes Dr. Jake Sloane and David Segal, co-hosts of the globally recognized Inside Aesthetics podcast, for a powerful conversation on the rapidly changing world of medical aesthetics. Together, they explore what U.S. med spas and aesthetic practices can learn from the Australian market, including stricter regulations, patient safety, consultation skills, business fundamentals, and the growing need for practices to move beyond transactional treatments. The conversation dives into why clinical talent alone is no longer enough, how providers can differentiate themselves in a saturated market, and why strong business acumen is essential for profitability, scalability, and long-term success. Terri, Jake, and David also discuss global aesthetic trends including regenerative medicine, polynucleotides, biostimulators, GLP-1 weight loss patients, skincare, wellness, and the importance of slowing down the consultation to build trust, treatment plans, and lifetime patient value. This episode is a must-listen for aesthetic practice owners, injectors, med spa leaders, and providers who want to grow smarter, operate more profitably, and build a practice rooted in trust, expertise, and patient-centered care.

This interview is disseminated on behalf of Conexeu Sciences Inc.Conexeu Sciences (NASDAQ: CNXU) President and CEO Miles Harrison discusses how the company's regenerative medicine platform could address the growing demand for tissue restoration driven by GLP-1 weight loss medications, extracellular matrix technology, multi-market strategy, and the future of bioregeneration.Learn more: https://www.conexeu.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/FJUXvMrH5hUAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/GlobalOneMedia 

Cameron is joined by Niklas Hess, Founder of Medvelle.ai, and they discuss the challenges faced by practice owners in managing inventory and the hidden costs associated with it. They talk about the importance of efficient inventory management, the impact on profitability, and how Medvelle.ai aims to streamline these processes for medical practices. They also touches on the significance of EBITDA in determining enterprise value and the need for a shift in focus from revenue generation to operational efficiency. Cameron and Niklas discuss the challenges faced by practice owners in a competitive market, emphasizing the importance of efficiency and profitability. They explore the need for trained operators in practice management, the integration of technology and AI to streamline operations, and the significance of managing inventory and financial insights. They also cover the tracking of samples for compliance, understanding internal discounts, and the future impact of AI on practice management.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:The healthcare environment is rapidly evolving with AI and innovation.Nicholas Hess pivoted from acquiring practices to solving inventory issues.Hidden costs in medical practices can lead to significant financial losses.Overstocking and understocking are major issues in inventory management.Time wasted on inventory processes can be better spent on growth.Medville offers a holistic solution for inventory management.Improving inventory processes can lead to better profitability.Enterprise value is closely tied to efficient operations and clear data.Practice owners often overlook the importance of managing costs effectively.A focus on efficiency is becoming increasingly important in the healthcare market. The market is becoming increasingly competitive for practice owners.Improving efficiency and profitability is essential for enterprise value.Many operators lack the necessary training for effective management.Managing inventory is a complex challenge with multiple vendors involved.Practices often struggle to find time for operational tasks due to patient demands.The role of an operator can significantly enhance business acumen in practices.Technology and AI can optimize inventory management and operational efficiency.Tracking samples is crucial for both financial and compliance reasons.Understanding internal discounts can reveal hidden costs and impact margins.AI is expected to transform practice management in the coming years.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Revolution, Steven Davis tackles one of the fastest-growing conversations in aesthetics today: medical tourism. From hair transplants and breast augmentations to tummy tucks and Brazilian butt lifts, more patients are traveling outside the United States seeking lower-cost procedures. But according to Dr. Davis, the surgery itself is only part of the equation. After attending a major international aesthetic surgery meeting in Boston featuring some of the world's most respected plastic surgeons, Dr. Davis shares an honest perspective on the difference between seeking out elite international surgeons versus choosing surgery based solely on price. This episode explores: The rise of medical tourism in plastic surgery Why follow-up care matters just as much as the procedure itself The difference between high-level international surgical centers and low-cost “surgery packages” Risks involving infections, drains, wound care, and post-op complications Why recovery planning is critical before traveling for surgery The growing trend of overseas hair transplant procedures Dr. Davis also discusses real-world scenarios his practice has recently encountered involving patients returning home with complications, infections, and little to no follow-up guidance. The key takeaway: Aesthetic surgery is never just a one-day procedure — it's a process that requires planning, recovery, and ongoing care. Listen now to The Plastic Surgery Revolution on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.

From navigating private equity roll-ups to mastering the operational complexity of peptide therapy and wellness, the aesthetic landscape is evolving faster than ever. In this episode of Medical Spa Insider, recorded live at the Medical Spa Show, AmSpa founder Alex Thiersch sits down for three conversations about partnership, private equity, and preparing for the future of medical aesthetics. Featuring interviews with:   Audrey Neff (0:26) The importance of community building in the med spa industry. The role of mentorship and community in Audrey's career. Focus on purpose and impact over profit and quality over quantity Fresh Clinics (14:41) Navigating the complex regulatory landscape in the US. Importance of compliance and governance in med spa operations. The role of med spas in wellness and longevity. Julie Davis (31:17) Experiences with private equity partnerships. Challenges of operational inefficiencies post-acquisition. Balancing change with maintaining high performance.    

In this episode of Hustle + Heart, I am joined by Joseph Rad, PA-C, and we're diving into the evolution of the aesthetic industry: what's driving its rapid growth, how social media is influencing expectations, and where responsibility comes into play for both providers and clients.We talk about the difference between refinement and chasing perfection, the ethical line every great provider has to draw, and why trust is becoming the most valuable currency in this space.Whether you're in the industry or navigating it as a cliient, this conversation will shift the way you think about aesthetics.Because done right, this work should protect your identity, not change it.Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcastinfo@nextdaypodcast.com

Compensation is one of the hardest operational systems to get right in a med spa. If the structure feels unclear or unfair, it quickly creates tension between providers, leadership, and the overall goals of the business. In this episode, I break down how to design compensation in a way that supports profitability, collaboration, and long-term practice growth—not just short-term production.  The goal isn't simply to pay providers more. It's to build systems that reward the right behaviors while keeping the business financially healthy.  Why Most Compensation Problems Start with the Wrong Incentives  One of the biggest mistakes I see is compensation structures that reward activity without measuring whether that activity is actually helping the practice grow profitably. Straight salary models often reduce motivation, while poorly structured commission systems can create competition, entitlement, and resentment between providers.  Even hourly pay can become problematic if the only focus is keeping schedules full. A provider being "busy" does not necessarily mean the business is healthy. Revenue per hour, utilization rates, treatment mix, rebooking behavior, and profitability matter much more than simply filling appointment slots.  The practices that perform best financially are usually measuring the quality of production—not just the quantity of appointments.  The Compensation Framework I Recommend Most Often  The most sustainable compensation systems usually combine several layers instead of relying on a single model.  • Hourly base pay creates stability and predictable income • Revenue-sharing structures reward measurable growth above baseline performance • Tiered commission thresholds incentivize stronger production and utilization • Team-based commission structures encourage collaboration instead of competition • Department KPIs help align providers around operational goals • Scorecard bonuses create accountability around both financial and behavioral performance  The key is making expectations measurable, transparent, and tied directly to the outcomes the practice is trying to create.  Why Compensation Needs to Be Supported by Clear Operational Data  Compensation conversations become much easier when they're grounded in objective reporting instead of emotion or perception.  Monthly scorecards, shared KPIs, and regular performance reviews help providers understand exactly how compensation decisions are being made. Metrics like utilization, revenue per hour, rebooking rates, and departmental performance create a much clearer picture of what's contributing to practice growth—and what isn't.  That level of transparency also helps reduce HR conflict because expectations become consistent, visible, and easier to communicate across the team.  As You Expand, Compensation Becomes Part of Your Infrastructure  The larger your practice becomes, the more important compensation design becomes operationally. Weak systems create friction, inconsistent performance, and retention problems. Strong systems create alignment, accountability, and a healthier team culture over time.  The med spas that scale successfully are usually the ones where compensation reinforces the business model instead of constantly working against it. When providers understand how their performance impacts practice growth—and feel rewarded fairly for contributing to it—you create a much stronger foundation for sustainable expansion.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.   Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/  Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

Reinvention isn't aesthetic… it's uncomfortable.In this episode, I'm talking about what starting over actually looks like—the part no one shares.From the emotional weight of losing your identity… to the messy middle where nothing feels clear… to the moment you realize you have to move anyway.If you're in a season of change, uncertainty, or trying to rebuild your life, this is for you.Because reinvention isn't about having it all figured out.It's about deciding to keep going… even when you don't.BLK + WILD Podcast - Ep.6: What Reinvention Actually Looks Like (Not the Aesthetic Version)Enjoyed this episode? Follow us on Spotify or Apple Podcast! 

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In this episode, host Don Adeesha sits down with Naren Arulrajah, CEO of Ekwa Marketing, to confront the biggest shift in local healthcare marketing in a decade. AI is now answering patient questions directly on the search page, the click is disappearing, and the old SEO playbook of rank-click-book is officially dead for aesthetic practice owners. Naren breaks down the financial reality of zero-click search, why Google Ads cost 5 to 10 times more than organic traffic, and why only the top 3-5% of practices get free traffic in any given market. He explains AI Overviews, AI Mode, and CRUX, while warning that AI-written healthcare content will get your site blacklisted from Google rankings entirely. The episode closes with Naren's framework for owning your patient pipeline: rank for 100+ keywords on page one, build E-E-A-T through credentialed provider bios, capture paragraph love-letter reviews at peak patient happiness, and demand proof, not promises, from your marketing firm. The practices that move into the top tier now will be the ones standing when the market sorts itself out.

Most people think caring about appearance conflicts with spiritual depth, but actually the body is an instrument of worship.   In this episode, I unpack three ideas that reframe beauty as devotion rather than vanity: the body as instrument of worship, what Jesus actually said about clothes, and how your personal aesthetic is something to discover rather than construct.   If you have ever felt pressure to conform to someone else's idea of what a serious or faithful woman should look like, this episode gives you a different framework entirely. Let's connect! To suggest a podcast topic, send email to hello@signaturestylesystems.com. Want to learn more about how to discover your Style DNA? Start with The Congruence Code! Check out the FREE video masterclass: The Myers-Briggs Key to Signature Style.  

Cameron is joined by Sara Ameli, founder of Haus of Confidence, and they discuss the evolution of aesthetic practices towards a more comprehensive approach that includes wellness and optimization. They talk about innovative marketing strategies, the importance of community engagement, and the future of anti-aging treatments. Sara shares insights on her unique practice model, the significance of trademarking, and the consultation process for delivering exceptional patient experiences.Sara shares her insights on patient consultations, emphasizing the importance of understanding patient needs and building relationships. She discusses effective communication techniques, the dynamics of her partnership with Brian, and the significance of a non-attached mindset in business. Sara also reflects on how cultural influences shape her drive for achievement and growth in her practice.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:The Haus of Confidence integrates external beauty with internal wellness.Innovative marketing is crucial for success in aesthetics.Community engagement can lead to potential patients.Practices should focus on anti-aging and optimization.Understanding patient needs is key to service offerings.Trademarking your brand is essential for protection.Conferences provide valuable networking and learning opportunities.A consult should focus on patient goals rather than just services.Building a unique brand identity can set you apart.Continuous improvement is vital for practice growth. The consultation process should focus on patient needs and experiences.Building relationships with patients enhances their overall experience.Effective communication is key in partnerships and business.Non-attachment to outcomes can lead to better business decisions.Cultural upbringing can influence personal and professional drive.Small gestures can significantly impact patient loyalty.Understanding patient history helps in addressing their concerns.A supportive partnership can enhance business growth.Maintaining a disciplined routine can improve productivity.Networking and connections are vital for business success.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

What happens when a successful med spa owner realizes the industry's biggest challenge isn't competition—it's education? In this episode of Medical Spa Insider, AmSpa founder Alex Thiersch sits down with Tracy Olson, owner of Youthopia Med Spa and founder of Aesthetic Injector Academy, to discuss her unconventional journey from banking and finance into medical aesthetics—and why she chose to build an educational platform instead of expanding into multiple locations. Drawing from years of hiring, training, and managing injectors, Tracy shares the gaps she repeatedly saw in foundational education for new providers: limited anatomy training, inconsistent safety education, and a lack of standardized preparation before hands-on injecting. The conversation explores the realities of growing a med spa in an increasingly competitive market, why more locations don't always equal greater success, and how strong metrics—from utilization rates to retention and KPIs—can guide better business decisions. Discussion points include: Introduction and Background (0:40) Industry Growth and Challenges (2:33) Creation of Aesthetic Injector Academy (5:09) Business Decisions and Expansion (8:30) Educational Approach and Accreditation (10:17) Need for Basic Training in the Industry (17:37) Marketing and Outreach Efforts (24:14) Legal Challenges and Future Plans (29:54)

Most med spas focus heavily on the procedure itself, but patient experience is shaped just as much by what happens before and after treatment. In this episode, I sit down with Lars Hegelson, founder of Easy Aftercare, to discuss how poor aftercare communication creates operational strain, financial risk, and preventable patient issues—and why practices that modernize patient education are creating a measurable advantage.  We unpack how accessible, personalized aftercare systems can reduce cancellations, improve compliance, strengthen patient trust, and support the long-term value of the business.  The Operational Risks Hidden Inside Weak Aftercare Systems  One of the biggest operational gaps in healthcare is assuming patients will remember important instructions after receiving a procedure, especially when they're overwhelmed, anxious, or distracted. When aftercare systems are inconsistent, practices end up dealing with preventable complications, repetitive staff communication, after-hours calls, and patients searching online for answers instead of returning to their provider. That creates unnecessary risk for both the patient and the practice.  As patient expectations continue evolving, generic paper handouts and one-time verbal explanations simply aren't enough anymore.  What Better Aftercare Systems Improve Inside the Business  Operational improvement comes from delivering information more effectively—not necessarily more information.  • Timed text-based communication reduces information overload • Video and audio instructions improve retention and accessibility • Caregivers can receive the same aftercare guidance as patients • ADA-compliant and multilingual education improves patient trust • Compliance tracking creates documentation that supports legal protection • Better procedure preparation can reduce cancellations and reschedules  The practices solving these communication problems are creating smoother operations without adding unnecessary complexity for their teams.  Why Communication Has a Direct Financial Impact  Patient education is often treated like a support function, but financially, it affects much more than patient satisfaction. Every preventable cancellation, unnecessary complication, after-hours issue, or malpractice concern creates operational and financial pressure inside the business. Practices that proactively guide patients through preparation, recovery, and follow-up care tend to operate more efficiently while reducing avoidable risk.   There's also an enterprise value component here. Businesses with stronger systems, lower operational friction, and more consistent patient experiences are easier to scale and easier to trust.  As Your Practice Expands, Communication Systems Matter More  Scalable patient education matters.  As med spas grow, consistency becomes harder to maintain. More providers, more locations, and more patients create more opportunities for communication breakdowns if systems aren't standardized. Clear aftercare workflows, accessible instructions, and proactive communication systems help maintain the patient experience as volume increases. The practices that scale best u build systems that consistently support patients before, during, and after treatment.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.   Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/  Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here.  About Lars Hegelson: Lars Helgeson is the founder of Easy Aftercare, a healthcare communication platform focused on improving patient education, accessibility, and post-procedure support for medical practices and med spas. He is also a longtime entrepreneur and CRM innovator, best known as the founder of GreenRope, a complete CRM and marketing automation platform used by businesses in more than 40 countries. Drawing from decades of experience in technology, automation, and customer communication, Lars is passionate about using practical systems to improve both patient outcomes and operational efficiency.  Connect with Lars and Easy Aftercare:   Website: https://www.larshelgeson.com/  Easy Aftercare: https://www.easyaftercare.com/ 

Show NotesIn this episode, Simon Western speaks with political theorist and author Professor Brad Evans about the collapse of traditional working-class politics and the growing sense of abandonment across post-industrial communities. Drawing on Brad's experiences growing up in the South Wales Valleys, the conversation explores how solidarity, class identity and community structures have been eroded by deindustrialisation, neoliberalism and the rise of precarious labour. They reflect on why many working-class communities no longer feel represented by progressive politics and why populist movements are gaining traction.Simon and Brad discuss the emotional and political consequences of precarity - from Brexit and nationalism to homelessness, resentment and the rise of the “precariat.” Rather than dismissing people drawn toward nationalist or populist politics, they ask what happens when communities lose dignity, voice and recognition. The conversation challenges simplistic binaries of left and right, arguing instead for deeper listening, political humility, and a renewed understanding of interdependence.The episode also turns toward possibility. Simon introduces ideas from his work on “precarious interdependence,” asking how we might learn to live creatively within uncertainty rather than retreat into fear, certainty, and division. They discuss the role of art, culture, dialogue, and political imagination in creating more humane futures - futures grounded not in nostalgia for the past, but in new forms of solidarity and shared becoming.Key Reflections Working-class communities have not simply lost jobs, but also the social bonds and identities that once gave meaning and solidarity. Populist movements gain power when people feel politically abandoned, unseen and culturally dismissed. Precarity can produce fear and division, but it can also open possibilities for new forms of creativity, mutuality and transformation. Nationalism often emerges in spaces where class consciousness and collective identity have collapsed. Real political dialogue begins when we stop demonising opponents and start listening to the conditions shaping their lives. Art and culture are not luxuries; they are essential for reimagining society and creating empathetic futures. KeywordsPrecarity, Working Class, Nationalism, Populism, Brexit, South Wales, Political Violence, Class Identity, Labour Party,Identity Politics, Mutuality, Interdependence, Neoliberalism, Community, Deindustrialisation, Arts & Politics, Political Agency, Democracy, Social ChangeBrief BioBrad Evans is a Professor of Political Violence & Aesthetics at the University of Bath, United Kingdom. He is the author of 20 books and edited volumes, along with over 150 academic and international media articles. Brad has written extensively on the state of international affairs, while making major theoretical contributions to the understanding of violence. He has previously held positions at the Universities of Bristol and Leeds, and has also taught at Columbia University in New York.Brad is widely known for bringing critical theory into public conversation through projects with The New York Times, Los Angeles Review of Books, and American Book Review. His recent work explores the politics of disappearance, bridging art, academia, and policy through exhibitions, public events, and global collaborations. He is also the founder of the internationally recognised Histories of Violence project, which connects critical research and public dialogue across more than 140 countries.A frequent speaker at institutions including Harvard, NYU, Columbia, UCLA, and the Guggenheim, Brad's work moves between philosophy, politics, art, and lived experience. He is also the author of the acclaimed semi-biographical book How Black Was My Valley, reflecting on growing up in poverty in South Wales. His work and commentary have featured across major global media including the BBC, CNN, The New York Times, The Guardian, and Newsweek.

Dr. Diana Breister, a board-certified plastic surgeon who has done mommy makeovers in San Diego for over twenty years, joins us to talk about everything that happens after the six-week post-op visit. You can do planks, but no crunches for at least a year. The rectus muscles she stitches back together during a tummy tuck stay hyperactive long after the skin looks healed, and trying to fire them up too early can send them straight into spasm.Scars are still maturing for up to two years. Future pregnancies hold up better than most women expect. GLP-1 weight loss of 30 or 40 pounds can re-loosen the skin a tummy tuck just tightened. Nipple sensation often returns within weeks, though less than 4% of women lose it entirely.Dr. Breister also walks through which scar treatments actually have science behind them, how to handle the wardrobe purge nobody warns women about, and why she won't operate until seven months after a woman finishes breastfeeding.The most useful moment in the conversation comes from Dr. Breister herself: a mommy makeover isn't building a new identity. It's restoring the one you had before.LinksMeet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Diana BreisterLearn more about mommy makeoverQuestions answered by this episode:1. How long does mommy makeover recovery actually take, beyond the six-week mark?2. When do mommy makeover scars fully mature?3. Can I get pregnant after a mommy makeover, and will it ruin the results?4. What happens to a tummy tuck or breast lift if I lose weight on a GLP-1?5. Why can't I do crunches for a year after a tummy tuck?6. What scar treatments actually work after a mommy makeover?7. Will I lose nipple sensation after a breast lift or augmentation?8. How long after breastfeeding do I have to wait for breast surgery?9. Is it selfish to get a mommy makeover when I have young kids?10. When should I start replacing my wardrobe after a mommy makeover?About this podcastLearn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego's Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine's Best of San Diego Awards.Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego's most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCWatch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentreThe La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.ioTheme music: Busy People, SOOP

Aesthetic medicine moves billions of dollars a year, which means the loudest takes on injectable cosmetics — pro or con — usually come from someone with something to sell. Dr. Lawrence Bass walks through six widely-circulated claims about fillers — that they look puffy and unnatural, that they can be repeated as often as you want, that they only suit younger faces, that they lift sagging tissue, that they stretch the skin and accelerate aging, and that they qualify as "forever chemicals" — and lays out what the evidence actually says. Two ideas anchor the conversation. Results depend on the amount of product used and the skill of the injector — give a five-year-old and Rembrandt the same paints and you'll get two very different paintings. And there's a real upper limit on retreatment: stacking too many sessions too close together traumatizes tissue and can make the original concerns reemerge in reverse as older product breaks down. Separate hype from evidence — including the fact that hyaluronic acid is nothing like the PFAS compounds in nonstick cookware — and you can decide whether injectables belong in your beauty plan based on what they actually do. Questions answered by this episode 1. Do all fillers create a puffy or unnatural look? 2. What actually determines how natural fillers look — the product or the injector? 3. How often can fillers be repeated without overdoing it? 4. What happens when fillers are stacked too quickly or too often? 5. Are fillers only useful for younger faces and early-stage aging? 6. Can fillers actually lift sagging tissue, or do they only add volume? 7. Do fillers stretch out the skin and speed up aging? 8. How are hyaluronic acid fillers different from PFAS "forever chemicals"? 9. Can fillers be reversed if something goes wrong? 10. How do you decide if fillers belong in your beauty plan?   Innovator. Industry veteran. In-demand Park Avenue board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lawrence Bass is a true master of his craft, not only in the OR but as an industry pioneer in the development and evaluation of new aesthetic technologies. With locations in both Manhattan (on Park Avenue between 62nd and 63rd Streets) and in Great Neck, Long Island, Dr. Bass has earned his reputation as the plastic surgeon for the most discerning patients in NYC and beyond. To learn more, visit the Bass Plastic Surgery website at or follow the team on Instagram @drbassnyc  Subscribe to the Park Avenue Plastic Surgery Class newsletter to be notified of new episodes & receive exclusive invitations, offers, and information from Dr. Bass.

As we spring into summer, Jadyn & Fernanda tap into summer hobbies, yoga and confidence to create the perfect whimsy summer. Feeling healthy and finding your summer aesthetic will be the perfect motivation you need.Follow Jadyn on Instagram (@jadynhaileyy) & TikTok (@fairyjadyn)Check out current Busy, Yet Pretty sponsors here: www.cakemedianetwork.com/busyyetprettySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

dee(dee) and Jemma return to dissect another vintage film set in the Bay. Did Hollywood predict Sam Altman would meet his husband in Peter Thiel's hot tub? Seeking an answer in "Electric Dreams" (1984), an extremely 1980s rom-com in which a young architect working out of the Transamerica Pyramid programs an early PC into a Frankenstein-ian monster. Philip Oakey & Giorgio Moroder: Together in Electric Dreams https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVJYBPQyFTQ Previously: Watching "Dirty Harry" https://www.patreon.com/posts/movie-club-dirty-152490581 AI is Being Force Fed to Students and Professors with Martha Kenney https://www.patreon.com/posts/ai-force-feeding-144687776 Aesthetics of the New Rightwing Tech Intelligentsia with Jimmy Wu https://www.patreon.com/posts/aesthetics-of-wu-148707467 Stop AI https://www.patreon.com/posts/end-agi-before-127632638 Support the show and get new episodes early on Patreon: https://patreon.com/sadfrancisco 

[331] Raquel Merlini is the founder of R SKIN Aesthetics in Michigan. As a seasoned Registered Nurse and Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist with over 14 years of experience in the plastics industry, she offers a real-world model of collaborative care and ethical practice for those who, like her, seek to educate, listen to, and guide patients toward treatments that transcend fleeting trends and instead align closely with their most authentic self-expression goals. In the context of rising calls for tighter regulation, greater transparency, and stronger safety standards, this episode is a warm, grounding conversation about Raquel's philosophy and approach, as much as it is about what it takes to build trust and one's responsibility as a practitioner. Her insights cover what a consultation informed by her worldview and life experience entails, how she holds patient vulnerability with integrity as people face increasingly unrealistic standards, and how she balances it all with business growth. Connect with Raquel Merlini (RN-CANS) Learn more about Raquel and R SKIN here and apply or contribute to the Raquel Merlini Pay it Forward Scholarship here. TikTok: @rskinaesthetics Instagram: @rskinnurseraquel, @rskinadmission, @rskinaesthetics LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-m-14947b21/   All things Phorest Find out how Phorest helps the top salons & aesthetic clinics steer their business toward happier clients, productive teams and bigger growth. Say hello to life with Phorest! Learn more about the Phorest Summit & secure your tickets: https://www.phorestsummit.com/   Enjoyed the episode? Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! Click here to subscribe to the PhorestFM email newsletter. This episode was edited and mixed by Audio Z: Montreal's cutting-edge post-production studio for creative minds looking to have their vision professionally produced and mixed. Great music makes great moments.

In this episode, host Don Adeesha sits down with Nicole Cocuzza, an esthetician and educator with 35 years in the industry, to talk about why so many aesthetic practices stay stuck even when the clinical work is excellent. Nicole's point is direct. Aesthetic practices do not grow on technique alone. The providers and the practices that stand out have built the human side, patient connection, provider confidence, and team alignment, into the way they operate every single day. Nicole walks through what that actually looks like at every stage of the practice. She explains why the energy a practitioner carries into the treatment room is part of the treatment itself, why the "top three concerns" question should open every consult, and why same-day conversions happen when education, photos, treatment options, and pricing are sequenced cleanly. She also unpacks the team side: daily huddles run patient by patient, written charting that travels with every six-month treatment plan, and confidence trained like a muscle through body language rather than scripts. Nicole closes with a warning for owners who keep pouring money into devices, top graduates, and slicker marketing while ignoring the people doing the work. Machines and modalities sense fear, she says, and a team without emotional regulation or conflict management cannot sustain a practice no matter how good the equipment is. Her recommendation is simple. Read the books, watch the leadership podcasts, and train the mindset with the same seriousness you train the technique.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the WTR Small-Cap Spotlight, Stephen Rodgers, Head of Global Planning and Strategy at SBC Medical Group Holdings (NASDAQ: SBC), joins WTR's Tim Gerdeman and Robert Sassoon. Rodgers discusses how SBC's 26‑year build‑out into a 283‑location platform serving 2.1 million customers with a 72% repeat rate has created a scale, data, and trust advantage that competitors have been unable to replicate. He outlines the rationale for expanding beyond aesthetics into orthopedics, fertility, and dentistry, and highlights longevity as a major white space being addressed through the SBC Wellness 2.0 B2B program. The conversation also covers SBC's partnership‑driven global expansion via Orange Twist in the U.S., AHH in Singapore, and footholds in Thailand and Vietnam, and concludes with Rodgers' perspective on AI as a key driver—including plans to leverage SBC's proprietary library of millions of before‑and‑after treatment images.

What happens when patient demand pushes medical practices beyond their traditional scope? In this episode, Manhattan-based dermatologist and educator, Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank shares the growing pressure providers face as wellness, longevity, and preventative care reshape patient expectations. From GLPs and peptides to broader lifestyle conversations, Dr. Frank shares how practices can thoughtfully expand services while navigating compliance, training, and the evolving standard of care. Tune in to learn how to evaluate new opportunities, meet patients where they are, and grow without chasing trends or compromising patient trust.Chapters00:00 Intro01:06 Banter04:20 Guest background 09:31 What wellness services does PFrankMD offer? 11:23 Are your patients asking for wellness services?  16:26 What should practices consider when adding wellness services?18:51 How do you evaluate standard of care for treatments like microdosing?21:37 What is the future of wellness in dermatology? 23:00 What role will AI play in medical practices over the next five years?24:46 Access+25:35 Legal Takeaways28:36 OutroWatch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadattoStay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Cameron is joined by Sara Smith, a nurse practitioner who transitioned from working in the ICU to running her own aesthetics and wellness practice, and they discuss her journey, highlighting the flaws she observed in the healthcare system, particularly the profit-driven approach that often neglects patient care. She discusses her passion for aesthetics and wellness, emphasizing the importance of creating a unique patient experience that focuses on holistic health rather than just cosmetic procedures. Sara's dedication to continuous learning and her commitment to patient advocacy set her apart in the aesthetics field.Cameron and Sara discuss the importance of patient care in the aesthetics industry, the challenges of scaling a medical practice, and the impact of AI on customer service. Sara shares her journey into hormone replacement therapy and the significance of nutrition in overall health. They highlight the balance between aesthetics and wellness, emphasizing the need for personalized care and the challenges practitioners face in maintaining quality service while navigating the complexities of the healthcare landscape.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:Sara's journey from ICU to aesthetics was driven by a desire for better patient care.The healthcare system often prioritizes profit over patient health.Sara emphasizes the importance of holistic health in aesthetics.Continuous learning is crucial for success in the medical field.Creating a unique patient experience is key to building a loyal clientele.Sara's background in critical care informs her approach to aesthetics.Patients appreciate providers who listen and care about their health.The aesthetics industry is often driven by profit, not passion.Sara's commitment to quality products sets her practice apart.Advocating for patients is essential in today's healthcare landscape. Patient care is paramount in the aesthetics industry.Transformational consultations lead to better patient retention.Scaling a practice can lead to loss of control and quality.AI can enhance customer service but lacks human touch.Hormone replacement therapy is a complex field requiring careful management.Nutrition plays a critical role in overall health and wellness.Practitioners must be cautious with peptide therapies and their side effects.Personalized care is essential for effective treatment outcomes.The healthcare industry is facing a crisis in customer service.Maintaining a small practice can lead to better patient relationships.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

Six months after her breast implants came out, a young woman handed Dr. Luke Swistun a full, untouched bottle of Xanax — the same prescription she had been burning through at three to four pills a day before the explant. Stories like hers are why Monique Ramsey is marking 230 episodes and five years of the La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast by going back to the archive.Monique counts down one moment from each of the five LJCSC surgeons — Dr. Johan Brahme on why a brow lift feminizes women but makes men look permanently surprised (with Jim Carrey as Exhibit A), Dr. Kiersten Riedler's gingerbread cookie answer about what natural facial plastic surgery should actually look like, Dr. Diana Breister on the women who walk back into her office with a skip in their step after fixing something they were too embarrassed to bring up with their gynecologist, Dr. Swistun's full account of the patient whose intractable anxiety vanished the day her implants came out, and the one question Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes says will tell you whether the surgeon across from you is the real deal.Then there is the moment that did not make the countdown — Marie Olesen on episode 100, telling the story of the woman who told Dr. Merrel Olesen, “I need to get a life,” and drove him to change the patient experience for everyone.LinksMeet the San Diego plastic surgeons of LJCSCBrowse five years of the La Jolla Cosmetic PodcastQuestions answered by this episodeWhat questions should I ask my plastic surgeon during a consultation?Why are hospital privileges important when choosing a cosmetic surgeon?How do I know if my cosmetic surgeon is qualified to do my procedure?Can breast implants cause anxiety or panic attacks?Will breast implant removal help anxiety caused by implants?Why do some brow lifts make people look permanently surprised?What does a natural-looking facelift actually look like?What is recovery like after labiaplasty?Should an OB/GYN or oral surgeon be doing cosmetic procedures like breast augmentation or tummy tucks?How long has La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre been performing cosmetic surgery in San Diego?About this podcastLearn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego's Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine's Best of San Diego Awards.Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego's most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCWatch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentreThe La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.ioTheme music: Busy People, SOOP

For a long time, I avoided narrowing my focus because it felt like the fastest way to limit my opportunities. I built my business by saying yes to a wide range of clients, thinking that was the best way to grow. But over time, it became clear that being too broad was actually making everything harder—my marketing, my referrals, and the consistency of my results.  When Your Business Is Too Broad, Growth Gets Messy  When you're not clearly positioned, you attract a mix of clients that don't always align with where you do your best work. That showed up for me in inconsistent referrals, unclear messaging, and constantly having to adjust instead of repeat what was working.  At a certain point, growth slows down—not because you're not capable, but because there's no focus.  What Improved Once I Focused on One Segment  When I started focusing on medical aesthetics—med spas, plastic surgeons, and beauty businesses—the shift was immediate.  • The work became more repeatable because the problems were similar • Messaging got clearer because we were speaking to a specific audience • Referrals improved because people knew exactly who to send to us • Results were easier to deliver and communicate  That's where momentum comes from: clarity and consistency.  How to Start Without Overcomplicating It  You don't need a perfect niche to get started. Look at where you're already getting strong results. Pay attention to which clients feel aligned, where your processes are smooth, and what problems you're solving repeatedly.  Then start leading with that in your messaging. You're not cutting everything else off—you're just becoming more intentional about what you're known for.  Why This Matters for Scaling Your Business  If your goal is to grow, being known for something specific makes everything easier. It simplifies your marketing, strengthens your referrals, and helps you attract better-fit clients. It also makes your business more scalable because your team can deliver consistent results without reinventing the process every time.  You don't need more services—you just need clearer positioning.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners. Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/  Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss the nature of "aesthetics"--appreciation for beauty and art--and why so many of us don't have the relationship with it we should. References and resources Aesthetics definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aesthetics Aesthetics history and thought: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S136466132100067X Websites The Overthinkers: theoverthinkersjournal.world Nathan Clarkson: nathanclarkson.me Joseph Holmes: linktr.ee.com/josephholmes

Everyone talks about aesthetic. Your feed, your room, your coffee shop, your fit. But there's a Greek word in the Bible that only shows up one time in the entire New Testament, and it might change the way you see your whole life.In this episode of Amen Podcast, Pastor Alex and Lokelani Wilson walk through Philippians 1 verses 9 through 11 and unpack what Paul actually prayed for the church. Spoiler: it's not about how your life looks. It's about what you can see.We talk about the difference between feeling something is off and knowing something is off, why love without knowledge falls apart, why knowledge without love falls apart, and the two questions that will help you discern almost any decision you face.Plus, Lokelani shares what she's discerning two days from her due date with baby number seven.STUDY GUIDE:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aj-3GgGybbxqnMuhH9M-69V54QAn1yqt/view?usp=share_linkSupport the ministry: Donate: amenpodcast.com/donate Venmo: @amenpodcast Cash App: $amenalexListen to Amen Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amen-podcast Spotify: Subscribe on YouTube: Amen Podcast: https://youtube.com/@amenpodcast House Church 808: https://youtube.com/@housechurch808Listen to House Church with Alex Wilson: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-church Spotify: House Church Kauai: housechurchkauai.comFollow us: Instagram: @amenpodcast Want to know more about Jesus or have questions about this episode? Send us a DM. We read every one. Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Everyone talks about aesthetic. Your feed, your room, your coffee shop, your fit. But there's a Greek word in the Bible that only shows up one time in the entire New Testament, and it might change the way you see your whole life.In this episode of Amen Podcast, Pastor Alex and Lokelani Wilson walk through Philippians 1 verses 9 through 11 and unpack what Paul actually prayed for the church. Spoiler: it's not about how your life looks. It's about what you can see.We talk about the difference between feeling something is off and knowing something is off, why love without knowledge falls apart, why knowledge without love falls apart, and the two questions that will help you discern almost any decision you face.Plus, Lokelani shares what she's discerning two days from her due date with baby number seven.STUDY GUIDE:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aj-3GgGybbxqnMuhH9M-69V54QAn1yqt/view?usp=share_linkSupport the ministry: Donate: amenpodcast.com/donate Venmo: @amenpodcast Cash App: $amenalexListen to Amen Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amen-podcast Spotify: Subscribe on YouTube: Amen Podcast: https://youtube.com/@amenpodcast House Church 808: https://youtube.com/@housechurch808Listen to House Church with Alex Wilson: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-church Spotify: House Church Kauai: housechurchkauai.comFollow us: Instagram: @amenpodcast Want to know more about Jesus or have questions about this episode? Send us a DM. We read every one. Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Good Skin Circle, Ashley sits down with Kevini Scolari, owner of Current Skin Clinic in Las Vegas — a deeply intuitive, heart-led aesthetician known for creating a space rooted in connection, trust, education, and real skin health.Fresh off attending Ashley's Golden Touch Workshop in Phoenix, Kevini shares the shifts she's already experiencing in her treatment room and why slowing down may actually be the future of aesthetics.We discuss:• intuition + being Splenic Projectors in Human Design• nervous system regulation through touch• burnout, resilience, and trusting your path• why authentic providers will outlast trendsA powerful conversation for aestheticians craving more depth in their work.Private Hands-On Advanced Facial Training & Virtual MentorshipJune 14th 2026 Slow Flow & Sculpt 1 Day Workshop in Orange County, CA // Registration Closes May 15th 20262-Day Intensive Golden Touch Workshop ApplicationWorkshop & Retreat WaitlistFree Golden Experience Guide Monthly Publication

The guys break down the top 5 data-backed reasons people actually stay consistent with fitness, and why aesthetics (the most common motivation) is actually the weakest long-term motivator. They also cover why exercise outperforms antidepressants and talk therapy for depression and anxiety, a study on which professions age people's faces fastest, and an income-vs-attractiveness study showing women are 1,000x more sensitive to a man's earnings when rating attraction. Plus: Adam's Catrina gets mistaken for a much younger woman at the gym, Justin's son wins his gymnastics competition after seeing a sports psychologist, and the Push Scroll app that locks your social media behind squats and push-ups. Then it's live coaching calls with Lindsay, Sandy, Maggie, and Nikki. SPONSORS Joovv — https://joovv.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP — $50 off your first purchase Troscriptions — https://troscriptions.com/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP — 10% off your first order Seed Daily Synbiotic — https://seed.com/mindpump Code: 25MINDPUMP — 25% off your first month MAPS 15 BOGO — https://maps15bogo.com Buy 1 get 1 FREE — limited time LINKS Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro, sponsors & shirt giveaway 2:36 - Top 5 reasons people stay consistent — #1: Enjoyment 11:18 - #2: Mental health — exercise vs. therapy and medication for depression & anxiety 20:23 - #3: Physical health & pain relief — the real fountain of youth 23:30 - #4: Aesthetics — why it's the least reliable long-term motivator 25:21 - #5: Community — why Gen Z now ranks the gym as the #1 social venue 30:01 - Which occupation ages your face the fastest? (Study breakdown) 31:14 - Katrina overheard at the gym — "figures he'd date someone younger" 35:04 - Income vs. attractiveness study — women 1,000x more sensitive to men's earnings 43:10 - Justin's son wins first place + skateboarding kids try to punk Justin 50:27 - Troscriptions True Moon — cordyceps deep dive (75mg vs. typical 2–15mg) 52:53 - Push Scroll app — earn social media time by doing squats and push-ups 56:03 - Caller: Lindsay (NC) — Social worker, almost 50, wants to become a personal trainer 1:14:14 - Caller: Sandy (UT) — 73-year-old with MS, lifting 3x/week, asks about body fat 1:24:01 - Caller: Maggie (BC) — Perimenopausal, wants to run a half marathon while building muscle 1:38:30 - Caller: Nikki (ON) — Overtrained, low libido, gets offered 3 free months of coaching  

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