Practice Management
Embark on a luxurious learning adventure aboard The Aesthetic Cruise 2024. This exclusive event, hosted by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (The Aesthetic Society) and held July 11-23, combines cutting-edge CME with the unparalleled beauty of a...
The Aesthetic Society is sounding the alarm on a critical patient safety issue: unregulated aesthetic procedures in office-based settings. This comes on the heels of a concerning report in the Los Angeles Times highlighting the dangers of unqualified practitioners...
For many aesthetics patients, their dream procedure comes with a financial hurdle – navigating the murky waters of insurance coverage. As an aesthetic surgeon, you are likely to encounter patients with questions about insurance. While the majority of cosmetic...
The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) remains the deadliest cosmetic surgery in the US, despite efforts to improve safety. A recent study sheds light on how plastic surgeons view BBL risks and safety practices.
Here are some key findings:
Ultrasound underuse: Nearly...
Aesthetic surgery is booming. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, over 1.5 million cosmetic surgical procedures were performed in the US alone in 2022. With deadly botched surgeries and unlicensed practitioners offering “vampire facials” plaguing the...
Macromastia, characterized by excessively large breasts, can significantly impact a patient's quality of life. While reduction mammaplasty offers a surgical solution, insurance companies often categorize it as cosmetic, hindering coverage. However, a recent study published in the Aesthetic Surgery...
The world runs on apps, and aesthetics is no exception. Patients today are digitally empowered, researching procedures and seeking consultations online prior to ever reaching out to a potential surgeon. To stay ahead, aesthetics professionals and surgeons need to...
A report in Medscape, based on a survey of over 7,000 physicians, indicates a 13% decrease in compensation for plastic surgeons, the highest drop among the 29 specialties studied. This could have a ripple effect on the field in...
Mark your calendars for the 93rd Annual Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2024, the premier educational and networking event for the specialty. This year, the conference convenes in San Diego, September 26th-29th, offering an unparalleled opportunity to:
Sharpen your skills: Learn from the...
With the landscape of cosmetic and plastic surgery being called the “Wild West” in today’s headlines, it is clear the world of aesthetics is constantly evolving, and the legal landscape is no exception. While you’re busy wielding your artistic skill...