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Medical Spa Insider

American Med Spa Association - AmSpa

AmSpa Founder and CEO, Alex Thiersch, takes an in-depth look at today"s aesthetic entrepreneurs and what makes them successful.

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46:47

Publishing with Purpose: Med Spa Mayhem with Dr. Kate...

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2024/10/18

This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Dr. Kate Dee, founder of Glow Medispa and author of Med Spa Mayhem: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Secrets of the Aesthetic Industry. They chat about her newly published book, the state of med spa oversight, and her goal to educate the public and affect change in the industry. Their conversation includes:Pivoting from radiologist to 10 years as a med spa founder and practitioner; Her mission to educate the public about what to

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53:17

Navigating Allē Rewards: Balancing Patient Care and...

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2024/10/16

This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, and AmSpa Director of Education, Kirstie Jackson, speak with Erika Barry, NP-C, MSN, aka Injector Bunny of Moksha Aesthetics. They discuss the challenges small med spas face with recent updates to the Allē loyalty program and make suggestions that prioritize the patient experience and your practice’s values. Their conversation includes:How med spa professionals have responded to the rollout of these updates; The ways Barry is navigating and

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01:03:13

Learning the Language of M&A Finance with John Wheeler

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2024/10/11

How do you maintain your independence when joining a private equity platform? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with John Wheeler, CEO of Alpha Aesthetics Partners. They discuss recent private equity activity and how Wheeler’s experience with his family’s aesthetic business has helped him become the leader of a medical spa platform backed by Thurston Group. Their conversation includes: The current M&A landscape and how Alpha Aesthetics Partners is

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28:25

Membership Spotlight: Courtney Walker, JD

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2024/10/09

This week, AmSpa Membership Advocacy and Engagement Specialist, Michela Bailey, speaks with Courtney Walker, JD, co-founder and chief legal officer of Smiley Aesthetics in Nashville, Tennessee. They talk about her involvement in the AmSpa Tennessee State Chapter in this wide-ranging chat, which covers: Her motivation to join the Tennessee State Chapter; How Tennessee is ahead of the game in med spa regulations; The reason she went to law school and became an attorney; Being proactive about serving

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19:12

Member Spotlight: Brad Crerar, PA-C

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2024/10/04

This week, AmSpa Membership Advocacy and Engagement Specialist, Michela Bailey, speaks with Brad Crerar, PA-C, Co-founder and COO of CONTŌR Studio in New York. This lively chat covers a wide range of topics, including:Learning to run an efficient practice and starting CONTŌR; When and why he decided to become a member of AmSpa; What he's gained from AmSpa's Medical Spa Boot Camps and virtual education; The mission and vision of the practice; How they stand out in the Soho market; His favorite

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43:01

Revolutionizing Aesthetic Patient Engagement with...

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2024/10/02

This week, AmSpa Chief Strategy Officer, Cathy Christensen, sits down with Dr. James Smartt, Co-founder and CEO of Pictoria Systems, and Samantha Pino, APRN-FNP, Founder of Face by SP. They discuss how the platform enhances patient communication through standardized photography, including how Jackie™ addresses three critical moments within the aesthetic client experience. Their conversation includes: Dr. Smartt’s inspiration for developing a tool that enhances communication with patients; Building a

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51:01

Progress Together with your AmSpa State Chapter

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2024/09/25

AmSpa recently launched State Chapters in California, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and Utah. AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Florida state chapter co-chairs Michael Zanetti of Erasable Med Spa and Julie Davis-Hunter of Pure Vida Body & Mind Spa, and California chair Stacy Grissen, MSN, AGNP-C, of Aesthetically Pleasing Medical Spa. They discuss the reasons they got involved with AmSpa State Chapters, the challenges in their local communities and their plans to advance the

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38:28

Countdown Begins for the Medical Weight Loss Shortage

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2024/09/18

How much longer will the popular weight loss medications be in shortage, and what happens in your med spa when they can no longer be compounded? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, is joined by Sam Pondrom, JD, associate at national healthcare law firm ByrdAdatto. They talk about the recent availability status updates for tirzepatide and semaglutide, and what changes medical spas can anticipate when the brand-name medications become fully available. Listen to hear more

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48:27

Safeguarding Your Practice: Expert Advice on Managing...

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2024/09/11

What can you do to preserve the patient relationship after they experience an adverse reaction? This week, AmSpa President and CSO, Cathy Christensen, speaks with Patrick Tighe, Co-founder, and Kandis Hughes, Chief Marketing Officer of Coverwell, to delve into a crucial aspect of medical aesthetics: managing credibility and adverse events in your practice. In this insightful discussion, they explore the complexities of risk management and the importance of proper handling of complications and

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57:33

Greatest Hits: Building a Medical Aesthetic...

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2024/09/04

This week we revisit a conversation from the close of 2020. Brandon Robinson, owner of Skin Body Soul and investor in OrangeTwist, took over the podcast to interview Alex R. Thiersch, JD, AmSpa’s founder and CEO. Join us for a look back at the history of the American Med Spa Association as Thiersch reveals:How he first became interested in a legal career; The legal case that got him into medical aesthetics; The beginnings of AmSpa; The idea behind AmSpa’s Medical Spa & Aesthetic Boot Camps; How

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53:28

Optimizing Whole Body Health with Comprehensive...

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2024/08/28

Are you giving your patients the time and attention they need for optimal care? This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Ken Winnard, MD, founder and CEO of OneLife Health & Performance in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. They discuss his focus on preventive medicine and how OneLife’s approach to wellness helps his patients restore their health in all aspects of their lives. Their conversation includes:Why he started a concierge wellness practice; How to get into medical

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33:57

Body Tech: How 3D Imaging Can Boost Your Weight Loss...

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2024/08/21

Can imaging tech empower your patients? This week, AmSpa CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Martin Kessler, Co-founder and COO of Shape, Inc., the makers of ShapeScale. They discuss the imaging technology behind their revolutionary 3D body scanning solution and how the invention is elevating medical weight loss clinics. Their conversation includes:The challenge of accurately tracking fitness progress; The development of ShapeScale’s body scanning solution; Creating photorealistic 3D avatars

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22:58

From Boot Camp Attendee to Glowing Success Story:...

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2024/08/16

Could your community weather a hurricane? This week, AmSpa Membership Advocacy and Engagement Specialist, Michela Bailey, speaks with Evalyn Aguirre, RN, of Evolve Aesthetics in Houston. This lively chat covers a wide range of topics, including:Why she became an AmSpa member; Medical Spa Boot Camp takeaways she uses in her practice; Leaning on her community during hurricane season; Her favorite treatments and skincare; What she does for fun; And more! Follow in Aguirre's footsteps and set your

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57:12

Finding a Safe Med Spa: Misconceptions in Miami

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2024/08/14

How do you choose a safe med spa in Miami? This week, AmSpa CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with double board-certified physician Linette Rivera, MD, founder of Glanz Aesthetics in Miami. They discuss what patients should know about medical spa regulations, safety and training; her experience transitioning to aesthetics as an endocrinologist; and how med spas can educate their patients and the wider community. Their conversation includes: What patients should know about med spa laws in their

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16:32

Member Spotlight: Bri Collins, BSN, RN

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2024/08/07

This week, AmSpa Membership Advocacy and Engagement Specialist, Michela Bailey, speaks with Bri Collins, BSN, RN, founder of BCRN Aesthetics in Houston, Texas. This lively chat covers a wide range of topics, including:How she became an AmSpa member; Advice she would give her younger self; Being a trainer and practitioner; Favorite treatments; Networking on IG; And much more! Music by Ghost Score

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50:05

Preventing and Managing Aesthetic Complications

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2024/07/24

This week, AmSpa President and CSO, Cathy Christensen, speaks with Sarah Safa, MS, PA-C, top national aesthetic specialist, faculty for the Academy for Injection Anatomy, and founder of Refined Aesthetics. They discuss proactive techniques for preventing and managing aesthetic complications. Safa offers insight on the anatomy training you need to perform treatments safely, active listening as a patient safety tool, and the necessity of having a plan in place. Their conversation includes:The story

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35:49

Greatest Hits: The AmSpa Aesthetic Safety Council and...

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2024/07/17

This week, we revisit our conversation with George Baxter-Holder, DNP, ARNP, CANS, renowned aesthetic trainer and chair of the AmSpa Aesthetic Safety Council (AASC). In this wide-ranging talk, he covers:The AASC looking at the practice guidelines with fresh eyes; The priorities when fine-tuning the practice guidelines; Determining the intent of practice guidelines; Looking at the practice guidelines as a position statement rather than a policy statement; Coming to a consensus on minimum standards

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50:42

From Concierge to Franchise: The Mission and Vision...

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2024/07/10

This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Janie Futch, BSN, RN, and Martina Kolovich, MSN, NP-C, co-owners of Altera Aesthetix in Savannah, Georgia. They discuss how they grew their medical aesthetic practice from two girls in a living room to a rebranded franchise, including the investment they made in training, their approach to the Savannah market and their mission to empower women business owners. Their conversation includes:How they built their careers in aesthetics

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40:40

Leading the Way in AI Patient Coordination:...

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2024/07/03

This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Shannon Blake, director of medical spa partnerships at Podium. They talk about Podium’s new HIPAA compliant AI patient coordinator, discussing how it leverages technology to understand your brand, manage leads and communicate based on the long-term needs of your medical spa. Their conversation includes:Introducing Podium’s new 24/7 AI employee, Avery; How they train Avery to know every detail of your medical spa; Speed to lead:

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54:05

Whirlwind Growth with Chapter Aesthetic Studio:...

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2024/06/26

This week, AmSpa founder and CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Melissa Rogne, founder and president of Chapter Aesthetic Studio. AmSpa was welcomed into the Chicago headquarters of Chapter Aesthetic Studio and The Aspen Group for an inside tour to see first-hand Melissa’s professional growth and the rapid expansion of Chapter. They reflect on a conversation at the start of this partnership as they discuss how Melissa is recreating her beloved brand at a much larger scale, attracting consumers

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