The Ethics Crisis in Medical Aesthetics
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The Ethics Crisis in Medical Aesthetics

The medical aesthetics industry faces an ethics crisis as patient safety incidents reach alarming levels. With physician ownership of med spas dropping to just 37% and unqualified providers flooding the market, practice owners must confront uncomfortable questions about informed consent, realistic expectations, and whether profit motives are compromising patient care. This deep dive examines the regulatory gaps, legal precedents, and practical solutions for building ethical practices.

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The Medical Director Question
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The Medical Director Question

The medical director relationship that enables your med spa may also be its greatest vulnerability. Following a patient death in Texas that led to new legislation, regulatory scrutiny of physician oversight is intensifying. Learn what the law actually requires, how to evaluate your current compliance, and why getting this right is a competitive advantage.

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Consistency in Charting
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Consistency in Charting

We explore why consistent practices matte when it comes to patient charting and photography, how consistent practices can protect patients, the practice, and go a long way toward supporting operational effectiveness.

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