You’re busy—but are you actually growing? In this episode, Nata Salvatori exposes a trap that’s costing service providers time, money, and sanity: chasing busywork that feels productive but doesn’t move the needle. She walks through a clear, five-step growth path—from clarifying your offer, validating through real sales, delivering sustainably, building repeatable systems, to scaling confidently. You’ll learn: How to spot and ditch “fake work” Why clarity beats complexity every time How to use real feedback to validate your offers Delivery tips that prevent burnout System creation that enables scaling How to honor your current phase of growth 📌 Ready to stop spinning your wheels and make real moves? Map your phase, pick your next action, and don’t be afraid to ask for help: 👉 accidentalceo.co/coaching Support the show…
AmSpa Founder and CEO, Alex Thiersch, takes an in-depth look at today's aesthetic entrepreneurs and what makes them successful.
…
continue reading
Hanna Lee is an outstanding medical spa professional with a truly remarkable background in the field of aesthetics. Hanna's journey is defined by a rich healthcare background and specialized training in advanced injectable techniques like Botox and fillers, making her a unique and trusted figure in the world of cosmetic enhancement.
…
continue reading
Skin Verse Medical Spa Beverly Hills is a full service medical and cosmetic spa in Beverly Hills, California. We provide a wide variety of services including chemical peels, laser hair removal, Botox, fillers, laser hair restoration and more.
…
continue reading
Medical spa in Beverly Hills, California - Skinship of Beverly Hills - 462 N Linden Dr #330, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 - Located in: Beverly Hills Triangle Medical Plaza
…
continue reading

1
A PA’s Perspective on Med Spa Regulation and Resilience
48:21
48:21
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
48:21This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Nena Kallopoulos, PA-C, founder of Drip Medi Spa in Englewood, New Jersey, to explore the realities of practicing aesthetic medicine as a physician assistant. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, Nena shares the challenges of building a compliant aesthetic practice and r…
…
continue reading

1
Authenticity, Strategy and Storytelling in Aesthetic Marketing
42:06
42:06
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
42:06This week, AmSpa founder and CEO Alex R. Thiersch, JD, sits down with Chris Suchánek, founder and CSO of Firm Media and creator of Ailm Atelier, a new online platform showcasing aesthetic doctors and their stories. They talk about Chris’s journey from the music business to specialty medical marketing, and how authenticity, storytelling, and innovat…
…
continue reading

1
Greatest Hits: Lessons in Confidence from Self-made Billionaire Sara Blakely
45:28
45:28
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
45:28In this greatest hits episode, we revisit an empowering keynote recorded live at AmSpa’s inaugural Women in Aesthetics Leadership Conference (WALC) in 2023. Listen in as Carrie Strom, senior vice president of AbbVie and president of Global Allergan Aesthetics, chats with Sara Blakely, founder and executive chairwoman of SPANX. Following a brief int…
…
continue reading

1
Unreasonable Hospitality: How Staff Culture Drives Med Spa Success
42:01
42:01
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
42:01This week, AmSpa founder and CEO Alex Thiersch, JD, speaks with Lisa Lickstein, MSW, MBA, co-owner and COO of Lickstein Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa. She previews her upcoming talk at the 2025 Women in Aesthetics Leadership Conference and shares how the concept of “unreasonable hospitality,” inspired by Will Guidara’s renowned book, has reshaped…
…
continue reading

1
Answer Engine Optimization: Tips to Reach Your Patients with AI
39:30
39:30
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
39:30This week, AmSpa founder and CEO Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Lori Werner, founder and chief marketing whiz at Medical Marketing Whiz, a woman-led marketing agency that specializes in marketing for wellness and medical aesthetics practices. They talk about her path from medical device sales to entrepreneurship and how her team helps med spas g…
…
continue reading

1
Choosing Positivity with the Help of Your Brain Trust: Kendra Bracken-Ferguson
42:50
42:50
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
42:50This week, AmSpa President and CSO, Cathy Christensen, speaks with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, celebrated entrepreneur, founder of BrainTrust and author of The Beauty of Success: Start, Grow and Accelerate Your Brand. They discuss her entrepreneurial journey from building brands to owning in the beauty space, how she evaluates opportunities, and the w…
…
continue reading

1
MSS25: Unveiling Podium’s Latest AI Innovations
14:28
14:28
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
14:28In this Medical Spa Show edition of Medical Spa Insider, AmSpa’s Alex Thiersch, JD, speaks with Shannon Blake, director of medical spa partnerships at Podium. They chat about what makes MSS her favorite aesthetic conference and trade show, along with the exciting new voice capabilities Podium is building into its AI-powered lead management and clie…
…
continue reading

1
Merging Giants: How Cynosure Lutronic Is Redefining Partnership in Aesthetics
41:31
41:31
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
41:31“For med spas, it’s so important to know who you are, what you stand for, and deliver on that with discipline.” This week, AmSpa’s Alex Thiersch sits down with Lowinn Kibbey, President of North America at Cynosure Lutronic, to discuss the landmark merger of two global energy-based device leaders and what it means for the future of medical aesthetic…
…
continue reading

1
Unlocking Med Spa Growth with Smarter Data
41:40
41:40
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
41:40What if your med spa data could talk? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Alex Lirtsman, founder and CEO of CorralData, to explore how medical spas can unlock real-time, HIPAA-compliant insights without changing their existing systems. CorralData integrates everything from your EMR to marketing, payroll, and finance …
…
continue reading

1
From Runway to Regenerative: Emma Snowball-Robinson’s Inspiring Journey
38:25
38:25
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
38:25This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Emma Snowball-Robinson, APRN, founder of PURE Medical Aesthetics and PURE Evolution Academy. They chat about her incredible journey from modeling and marrying a rock star to putting herself through nursing school and founding a thriving aesthetic practice. Emma opens up about her r…
…
continue reading

1
MSS25: Meet the Leaders Building Connection in California and Utah
39:54
39:54
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
39:54In this special MSS edition of Medical Spa Insider, Michela Bailey sits down with AmSpa State Chapter leaders from California and Utah, recorded live at Medical Spa Show 2025! Meet California co-chair Sahar Saghezchi, of Cupertino Facial Esthetics; Utah co-chair Terri Hancock, DNP, ACNP-BC, of Bellissima Medical Aesthetic; and Utah co-chair Amanda …
…
continue reading

1
Why Direct Mail is the Med Spa Marketing Advantage You’re Missing
43:02
43:02
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
43:02Join AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, as he discusses with Courtney Smith, account executive, and Jon Romano, SVP of sales at Darwill, how med spas can leverage data-driven direct mail to overcome digital fatigue and achieve significant growth. Recorded at AmSpa’s Chicago headquarters, this episode explores the evolution of traditional …
…
continue reading

1
Strengthening Your Safety Network: AIA Alumni Reunion & Refresher
27:42
27:42
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
27:42This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, sits down with Dr. Christopher C. Surek, DO, FACS—board-certified plastic surgeon, internationally recognized facial anatomist, and founder and director of the Academy for Injection Anatomy (AIA)—to discuss the new AIA Alumni Reunion and Refresher course. Designed exclusively for advanced cada…
…
continue reading

1
Biohacking Beauty & Longevity: Innovations from Medical Spa Show 2025
40:04
40:04
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
40:04In this episode, AmSpa’s Alex R. Thiersch, JD, and Cathy Christensen join Dr. Kay Durairaj, internationally recognized facial plastic surgeon and founder of Beauty by Dr. Kay live from Las Vegas at the Medical Spa Show 2025 to talk about Biohacking Beauty: The science shaping the future of biohacking and regenerative aesthetics. From GLP-1s and “Oz…
…
continue reading

1
MSS25: Meet the Leaders Looking Out for Southeastern Med Spas
24:46
24:46
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
24:46In this special MSS edition of Medical Spa Insider, Michela Bailey sits down with the Tennessee, Georgia and Florida state chapter leaders, recorded live at Medical Spa Show 2025! Meet Tennessee chair Courtney D. Walker, Esq., of Smiley Aesthetics; Georgia chair Martina Kolovich, NP, of Altera Aesthetix; Florida co-chair Michael Zanetti of Erasable…
…
continue reading

1
Building Success with Smiley Aesthetics: Compliance, Community and Collaboration
36:57
36:57
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
36:57“All medical providers just aren't taught the skills to own and operate a business successfully.” This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Mary Smiley Ford, MSN, APRN, CRNA, and Carla Pierson, DNP, MBA, RN, identical twins and co-founders of Smiley Aesthetics in Nashville, Tennessee. They explore how their mission to empo…
…
continue reading

1
MSS25: Meet the Leaders Shaping the Future of Texas Med Spas
18:19
18:19
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:19In this special MSS edition of Medical Spa Insider, Michela Bailey sits down with the leaders of the Texas State Chapter, recorded live at Medical Spa Show 2025! Meet Texas co-chairs S. Alexis Gordon, MD, FACS, of Renew MD Facial Aesthetics, and Celeste Cisneros, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, of Solas Health and Wellness; and secretary Tammy Pendygraft, CLHRP…
…
continue reading

1
Member Spotlight: Victoria Senyk, MSN, AGNP-C, LE
30:09
30:09
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
30:09This week on the podcast, AmSpa Membership Advocacy and Engagement Coordinator, Michela Bailey, speaks with Victoria “Vicki” Senyk, MSN, AGNP-C, LE, founder of Aesthetics Temple in Northbrook, Illinois. They talk about centering patient wellbeing in this conversation that includes: How she found AmSpa’s compliance education; Teaching kids skin care…
…
continue reading

1
Boosting Aesthetic and Healthy Aging Goals with Noninflammatory Chemical Peels
46:02
46:02
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
46:02This week, AmSpa President and CSO, Cathy Christensen, speaks with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Linder, founder of Linder Health and former owner and chief scientific officer of PCA Skin. They chat about her entrepreneurship journey with skin care science, the benefits of noninflammatory chemical peels and hot topics in longevity medi…
…
continue reading

1
Detecting and Correcting Asymmetries with Bobbi Bullock, NP-C
54:41
54:41
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
54:41This week AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Bobbi Bullock, NP-C, founder of Bobbi Bullock Medical Esthetics. They talk about how she got her start in medical aesthetics, the unique health challenge that led her to groundbreaking research on facial asymmetry, and how she builds community to grow stronger together. Listen to he…
…
continue reading

1
Building the Med Spa Platform Private Equity Wants to Buy
36:49
36:49
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
36:49This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, sits down with Tyler Weinberg, CEO of Aviva Aesthetics, and Dan Hosler, chairman of the board at Aviva and managing partner of DuneGlass Capital. They discuss how Aviva is implementing an innovative approach to business growth that provides med spa owners a pathway to long-term success—offerin…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Cole, Williams, Dr. Rivkin, Rapp, Cirese, Hilton
28:04
28:04
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
28:04In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Sara Cole, AGACNP-BC, CANS, Siren Medical Spa; Chakika Williams, DNP-L, MBA/HCM, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, FPA, SkyRose Rejuvenation Clinic & Spa; Alexander Rivkin, MD, Westside Aesthetics; Alyssa Rapp, Empower Aesthetics; Georgia Cirese, RN, CANS, CLT, Gorgeous Aesthetic Bar; Jenna Hilton, PA-C, Vibra…
…
continue reading

1
Sclerotherapy: Adding Cosmetic Vein Treatment in Your Medical Spa
37:36
37:36
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
37:36Would you learn another fine injection technique to access a patient population of 30 million? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Keetha Hanlin, RN, LME, senior clinical advisor at Methapharm, distributor of sclerosing agent Asclera. Drawing on her 20 years of experience, Hanlin discusses sclerotherapy as a treatmen…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Dr. Gretchen Frieling, Christal Parker, Blakelee Paige Smith, Rana Kennelly, Molly Bailey
27:12
27:12
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
27:12In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Gretchen Frieling, MD, of GfaceMD; Christal Parker, FNP-C, APRN, of Savvy Beauty and Wellness; Blakelee Paige Smith, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, NP-C, of Skin + Aesthetics; Rana Kennelly, AGNP-C, CANS, of The Confidence Bar; and Molly Bailey, PA-C, of Face Forward Aesthetics. They share their biggest wins…
…
continue reading

1
How to Leverage AI to Transform Your Business as a Solopreneur
39:55
39:55
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
39:55This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex Thiersch, JD, speaks with Kiiyonna Jones, PhD, FNP-C, founder of Luxe Beauty and Wellness Boutique. They chat about how she uses artificial intelligence to reclaim her time and how AI automations are transforming the future of medical spas. Everybody needs to know and understand AI, Dr. Jones says—start here! …
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Dr. Croley, Deuber, Baxter-Holder, Duke, Worth, Gregory
28:38
28:38
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
28:38In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from W. Chistopher Croley, MD, of Skin & Tonic; Cary Deuber, CRNFA, CANS, of Lemmon Avenue; George Baxter-Holder, DNP, APRN, CANS, of SkinSpirit; Katie Duke, NP-BC, of KD Creative; Riley Worth, NP, of Elase Medical Spa; and Nicole Gregory of Urban You. They describe their wins and lessons learned, a…
…
continue reading

1
Building a Future in Aesthetics with Randi Boyette, PhD
35:00
35:00
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
35:00This week, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Randi Boyette, PhD, CEO of Spark Medical Marketing and CMO of NewBeauty, to explore her inspiring career journey and vision for the future of the medical aesthetics industry. As Corporate Development Advisor at AmSpa, she shares her passion for elevating the industry by focusing on compliance, culture, a…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Kim Burke, Julie Bass Kaplan, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones, Dr. Josie Tenore, Audrey Neff
27:44
27:44
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
27:44In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Kim Burke, APN, FNP-C, of Kiss Aesthetics; Julie Bass Kaplan, FNP-BC, CANS, of Disappearing Act Medical Aesthetics; Kiiyonna Jones, PhD, FNP-C, of Luxe Beauty and Wellness Boutique; Josie Tenore, MD, of Trevi Longevity & Aesthetics; and Audrey Neff, of PatientNow. They describe their wins and l…
…
continue reading

1
Understanding the Hidden Costs of Starting a Medical Spa
46:33
46:33
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
46:33What is a realistic investment from seed to success? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Ashley James, CEO of DermAesthetic Consulting and MedSpa Mobile Solutions. They discuss the financial must-knows when opening a medical spa for the first time. Their conversation includes: The unique challenges of running an aest…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Erika Barry, Savanna Boda, Jacklyn Halpin, Rana Kennelly, Steven Sorr
24:35
24:35
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
24:35In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Erika Barry, NP-C, of Resculpt Aesthetics; Savanna Boda, LE, of Savanna Boda Aesthetics; Jacklyn Halpin, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, of Aesthetic Couture Medical Spa and Skin of Color Aesthetics; Rana Kennelly, AGNP-C, CANS, of The Confidence Bar; and Steven Sorr, NMD, of Source of Health. They describe …
…
continue reading

1
300 Episodes Later: Celebrating Successes, Lessons, and What’s Next
48:20
48:20
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
48:20In this special milestone episode, we’re celebrating over 300 episodes of Medical Spa Insider, a journey that started in 2018. AmSpa’s Alex R. Thiersch, JD, Cathy Christensen, and Michela Bailey reflect on their favorite moments, from their very first episode to unforgettable conversations with guests who’ve gone on to achieve incredible success in…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Dr. Kay Durairaj, Leslie Fletcher, Sahar Saghezchi, Grace McLaurin, Suzanne Munshower
23:21
23:21
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
23:21In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Dr. Kay Durairaj, of Beauty by Dr. Kay; Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC, of InjectAbility; Sahar Saghezchi, LPN, of Cupertino Facial Esthetics; Grace McLaurin, DMSc, PA-C, of Vitality Anti-Aging Center; and Suzanne Munshower, RN, of Beauty Marx Aesthetic MedSpa. They describe their wins and lessons lear…
…
continue reading

1
Harnessing Creativity to Drive Innovation with Kyle Scheele
47:31
47:31
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
47:31How do we build a culture where ideas have a fighting chance? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, and AmSpa president and CSO, Cathy Christensen, speak with Kyle Scheele, author and upcoming keynote speaker at Medical Spa Show 2025. Deemed “the patron saint of crazy ideas,” Scheele shares his entrepreneurial journey, the power o…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Adam Haroun, Mary Smiley Ford, Carl Clarke, Kacie Avey
27:27
27:27
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
27:27In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Adam Haroun, founder of Aesthetic Altitude; Mary Smiley Ford, MSN, APRN, CRNA, founder of Smiley Aesthetics; Carl Clarke, MHS, RPA-C, founder of Diamond Works MedSpa; and Kacie Avey, RN, CANS, founder of Tailored Aesthetics. They describe their wins and lessons learned, along with what conferen…
…
continue reading

1
Greatest Hits: Healing Veterans Physically and Mentally
37:26
37:26
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
37:26This week we return to a conversation between AmSpa CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, and two leaders of Operation Mend, a nonprofit UCLA Health program that provides specialized surgical and psychological care to post-9/11 military members, veterans and their caregivers. Executive Director Jo Sornborger, PsyD, and Christopher Crisera, MD, plastic surgeon…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Jennifer Hartley, Amie Martin, Erica Crawford
26:09
26:09
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
26:09In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Jennifer Hartley, ACNP, founder of Skin Synthesis Clinic & Spa; Amie Martin, RN, founder of Aesthetic Mentor; and Erica Crawford, president of Influx Marketing. They describe their wins and lessons learned, along with what conference attendees will learn from their classes at Medical Spa Show 2…
…
continue reading

1
How Much Training Do Aesthetic Laser Providers Need?
52:11
52:11
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
52:11This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Taylor Siemens, NP-C, vice president of operations at Vitalyc Medspa and clinical advisor to AmSpa. They discuss the nuances of laser safety and the need for proper training and education in medical aesthetics. Their conversation includes: How combining laser with other aesthetic t…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Annie Hockey, Dr. Kimberly L. Evans, Dr. Patrick Blake, Amy Anderson
20:55
20:55
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
20:55In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Annie Hockey, president and head of consulting at Skytale Group; Kimberly L. Evans, MD, FACOG, founder of Sugar Land Med Spa; Patrick Blake, MD, co-founder and chief medical officer at Portrait; and Amy Anderson, co-founder of BrinsonAnderson Consulting. They describe their wins and lessons lea…
…
continue reading

1
The 2025 MedSpa Marketing Playbook: Predictions for the Year Ahead
54:21
54:21
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
54:21This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Erica Crawford, president, and Max Baybak, co-founder and chief growth officer of Influx Marketing. They discuss the community response to recent devastating wildfires in California, and how to adapt your marketing plan for 2025. Their conversation includes: The impact of recent wi…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Dr. Kate Dee, Dr. Linné Linder, Cameron Hemphill, Jessica Nunn
20:40
20:40
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
20:40In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Kate Dee, MD, of Glow MediSpa; Linné Linder, ND, of SkinSpirit; Cameron Hemphill of Growth99; and Jessica Nunn of Maven Financial Partners. They describe their wins and lessons learned, along with what conference attendees will learn from their classes at Medical Spa Show 2025, from April 10 - …
…
continue reading

1
Member Spotlight: Danielle Oyasu, NP
29:22
29:22
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
29:22This week on the podcast, AmSpa Membership Advocacy and Engagement Specialist, Michela Bailey, speaks with Danielle Oyasu, NP, founder of Beautifully New Med Spa in Park Ridge, Illinois. They talk about the importance of community, their shared love of the city, and more in this conversation that includes: How she was introduced to AmSpa; The commu…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Gilberto Saenz III, Bree Black, Dr. Johnny Franco, Judy Kozlicki
18:43
18:43
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:43In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Gilberto Saenz III, PA-C, of Austin Plastic Surgeon; Bree Black, Co-founder of JobSnob; Johnny Franco, MD, FACS, of Austin Plastic Surgeon; and Judy Kozlicki, Head of Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery at Skytale Group. They describe their wins and lessons learned, along with what conference attendee…
…
continue reading

1
Microneedling Safety: Medical Protocols that Protect Patients and Practices
51:38
51:38
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
51:38What can microneedling remind us about keeping the medical in medical spas? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Molly Muecke, RN, MSN, APRN, NP-C, founder of Astra Aesthetics in Knoxville, Tennessee. They discuss the risks associated with microneedling, the importance of safety protocols in medical aesthetics, and th…
…
continue reading

1
MSS Speaker Highlight: Taylor Siemens, Chris Balbi, Rebecca McAbee, Kelly Choi
24:21
24:21
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
24:21In this Medical Spa Show speakers series, we hear from Taylor Siemens, NP-C, vice president of operations at Vitalyc MedSpa; Christopher Balbi, director of marketing at Meesha Aesthetics; Rebecca McAbee, practice manager and chief operating officer at Disappearing Act Medical Aesthetics; and Kelly Choi, NP, founder of The Beauty Collective. They de…
…
continue reading

1
Building a Culture of Compliance in an Increasingly AI World
47:05
47:05
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
47:05In this 300th episode of Medical Spa Insider, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Jodi Faustlin, chief compliance offer, and Chad Schiffman, director of risk management at Healthcare Compliance Pros. They talk about fundamental compliance policies and procedures for your organization, why the OCR and FTC are getting more involv…
…
continue reading

1
Greatest Hits: Building a Successful Med Spa with Shawna Chrisman and Maegen Kennedy
59:48
59:48
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
59:48In this episode, we revisit a conversation between AmSpa President and CSO, Cathy Christensen, Shawna Chrisman, NP, CEO and founder of Destination Aesthetics, and Maegen Kennedy, PA-C, co-founder and clinical director of Windermere Medical Spa & Laser Institute. They spoke about the current stage of their medical spas, the details of scaling a busi…
…
continue reading

1
How DrWell is Revolutionizing the Provider-to-Consumer Market, Starting with GLP-1s
44:38
44:38
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
44:38This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Jonathan Kaplan, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of BuildMyHealth. They chat about DrWell by BuildMyHealth and how it simplifies medical weight loss treatment for both patients and medical aesthetic practices. Listen in to learn: Evolving from price transparency sol…
…
continue reading

1
Directors in Aesthetics: Setting Standards for Care and Compliance
58:34
58:34
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
58:34This week in AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Patrick Blake, MD, and Praveen Ramineni, co-founders of Portrait, along with Sam Pondrom, JD, associate at national healthcare law firm ByrdAdatto. They discuss the role of medical directors in shaping aesthetic practices, from setting protocols to ensuring regulatory compliance …
…
continue reading

1
Holiday Preparation and Optimizing for Strong Holiday Revenue
1:00:44
1:00:44
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
1:00:44This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Shannon Blake, Director of Medical Spa Partnerships at Podium; Traci Andreason, FNP-C, founder of Rise Rejuvenation Center; Cortney Hall, COO of True Medical Spa. They discuss the systems and tools that can help med spas increase lead conversion and manage the volume they see over …
…
continue reading

1
Understanding the Tax Implications of MSOs
33:42
33:42
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
33:42This week, AmSpa’s President and CSO, Cathy Christensen, speaks with Nick Liguori, CPA, owner and founder of Liguori Accounting. They discuss the complexities of management service organizations (MSOs), common pitfalls for medical spa MSO taxes and how to properly set up your accounts. Their conversation includes: MSOs: the key structure for compli…
…
continue reading