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The Misinformation Epidemic in Aesthetics with Dr. Michele Shermak
March 4, 2026

The Misinformation Epidemic in Aesthetics with Dr. Michele Shermak

Dr. Michele Shermak is on a mission to clear up the confusion surrounding plastic surgery. With med spas on every corner and social media full of mixed messages, she’s passionate about making sure patients get the right infor...
Headwinds and Tailwinds: What to Expect in Aesthetics in 2026 Part 2
Feb. 18, 2026

Headwinds and Tailwinds: What to Expect in Aesthetics in 2026 Part 2

As competition grows in aesthetics and wellness, standing out is no longer optional—it’s essential. Robin and Tyler discuss what happens as med spas move into wellness, medical practices move into aesthetics, and competition expands far beyond the...
Headwinds and Tailwinds: What to Expect in Aesthetics in 2026 Part 1
Feb. 4, 2026

Headwinds and Tailwinds: What to Expect in Aesthetics in 2026 Part 1

Before jumping into what’s next for aesthetics in 2026, Robin and Tyler hit pause to reflect on the trends that defined 2025, including the continued momentum of GLP-1s, the move toward natural aesthetics, and the growing foc...
The Wellness Model Bringing New Patients to Aesthetics
Jan. 21, 2026

The Wellness Model Bringing New Patients to Aesthetics

The future of aesthetics is looking more digital—and more wellness-driven. Chad Sawyer, Chief Revenue Officer of DrWell, shares how technology is reshaping patient care. DrWell, the new evolution of the Build My Bod platform,...
SEO (Still) Isn’t Dead: How AI is Reshaping the Future of SEO
Jan. 7, 2026

SEO (Still) Isn’t Dead: How AI is Reshaping the Future of SEO

SEO isn’t dead—it’s evolving, with AI-driven search, snippets, and short-form platforms changing how patients find practices. Robin Ntoh and MyAdvice’s Chad Erickson talk digital marketing in aesthetics. Find out why conversa...
Mastering the Art of Change Management
Dec. 10, 2025

Mastering the Art of Change Management

Change management expert Riley Smith of Propeller Consulting shares insights to help guide your people smoothly from today to tomorrow. Change doesn’t have to mean chaos. Whether adding new software or hiring providers, Riley...
Things No One Tells You About Selling Your Med Spa
Nov. 26, 2025

Things No One Tells You About Selling Your Med Spa

Shawna Chrisman, nurse practitioner and founder of Destination Aesthetics, didn’t set out to become a med spa mogul, but that’s exactly what happened. Her entrepreneurial journey started with a residential care facility, but ...
Why Your Brand is the Tie Breaker
Nov. 12, 2025

Why Your Brand is the Tie Breaker

The trick to reaching the right patients isn’t using every marketing channel. It's finding the right mix of both internal and external channels that fit your personality and stage of practice, balancing risk with certainty. L...
Guest:Max Baybak
AI Is Taking Over Aesthetics. Are You Still In Denial?
Oct. 29, 2025

AI Is Taking Over Aesthetics. Are You Still In Denial?

Robin Ntoh and Tyler Terry share insights about the practical ways AI is transforming aesthetics, from streamlining research and sales to cutting hours of admin time. They share real-life examples of how AI agents improve eff...
How Not to Let More Than Half Your Patients Slip Away
Oct. 15, 2025

How Not to Let More Than Half Your Patients Slip Away

Why isn’t CRM a bigger conversation for practices in 2025? Many owners aren’t tracking the right numbers, so they can’t see the gap they’re leaving without one. Here’s the reality: most med spas convert only 20-30% of patient...
The Med Spa Metrics You’re Not Tracking (But Should Be)
Oct. 1, 2025

The Med Spa Metrics You’re Not Tracking (But Should Be)

John Wheeler shares the financial metrics every med spa owner should be tracking, and why the right partnerships are like a “professional marriage.” At the heart of Alpha’s strategy is a simple but powerful belief: details ma...
The Real Differentiator in Aesthetic Practices
Sept. 17, 2025

The Real Differentiator in Aesthetic Practices

Drawing from more than a decade of experience in dermatology, Dr. Rachel Pritzker founded The Derm Collective as a place where clinical care meets aesthetics. Now that cosmetic treatments are a part of her practice, she’s not...
The One Phone Call That Can Make or Break Your Practice
Sept. 3, 2025

The One Phone Call That Can Make or Break Your Practice

It’s not marketing’s fault—you’re probably losing most of your opportunities at the front desk. That first call matters, and you need someone who knows how to guide the right patients through. When your front desk knows your ...
Guest:Mara Shorr
The Best (And Worst) Financial Habits of Aesthetic Practices
Aug. 20, 2025

The Best (And Worst) Financial Habits of Aesthetic Practices

Growth and profitability all starts with having solid financial data. Without it, you’re basically flying blind. Financial expert Jessica Nunn shares the top five best and worst things aesthetic practices can do when it comes...
How Not to Lose Quality in the Midst of Explosive Growth
Aug. 6, 2025

How Not to Lose Quality in the Midst of Explosive Growth

As the VP of Clinical Operations at Holden Timeless Beauty, Katie Martin, PA-C wears a lot of hats. While seeing patients, she leads the day-to-day operations of a thriving, multi-location medical spa which requires consisten...
How Core Values Deliver Uncommon Practice Growth
July 23, 2025

How Core Values Deliver Uncommon Practice Growth

What if your team and your patients felt like family and everyone’s on the same page? That’s the culture Sara Camp has built at Camp Plastic Surgery in Fort Worth, where transparency (yes, even finances) is part of daily life...
Guest:Sara Camp
Navigating Tech and Trends in Plastic Surgery with Dr. Mark Epstein
July 9, 2025

Navigating Tech and Trends in Plastic Surgery with Dr. Mark Epstein

A single cyberattack could cost your practice $10 million, or shut it down completely. That’s just one of the threats healthcare providers are facing today, and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein is sharing simple w...
Things They Don’t Teach You in Medical School with Dr. Carrie Houssock
June 25, 2025

Things They Don’t Teach You in Medical School with Dr. Carrie Houssock

Early in 2020, Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Carrie Houssock became the owner of a retiring plastic surgeon’s practice. Until that day, the practice was still using paper charts. Like most surgeons, Dr. Houssock had no formal...
The Lessons I Learned Scaling My Practice
June 11, 2025

The Lessons I Learned Scaling My Practice

Since Dr. Tiffany McCormack began her practice with just a few employees, she’s grown into a full team offering everything from lasers and injectables to vaginal rejuvenation in a 12,000-square-foot facility featuring a surge...
If You’re Not Doing This, You’re Already Behind
May 28, 2025

If You’re Not Doing This, You’re Already Behind

From the annual meeting of The Aesthetic Society, Dr. Grant Stevens recaps the highlights and shares where he sees aesthetics heading next. From the growth of non-surgical treatments to unexpected surprises in who’s walking t...
8 Must-Know Conversion & Retention Strategies with Jay Shorr
May 14, 2025

8 Must-Know Conversion & Retention Strategies with Jay Shorr

A solid sales funnel is key to attracting, nurturing, and keeping patients. Industry veteran Jay Shorr shares practical tips on strengthening the operational, financial, and administrative health of aesthetic practices. Jay e...
Guest:Jay Shorr
Are Your Before & After Photos Helping or Hurting Your Business?
April 30, 2025

Are Your Before & After Photos Helping or Hurting Your Business?

Most aesthetic practices aren’t prioritizing before-and-after photos the way they should. Candace Crowe drives home the importance of photography in patient decision-making and shares the best practices for capturing meaningful results while making...
Want a Thriving Med Spa? You’re Probably Overlooking This with AmSpa’s Kirstie Jackson
April 16, 2025

Want a Thriving Med Spa? You’re Probably Overlooking This with AmSpa’s Kirstie Jackson

What really sets top med spas apart? Kirstie Jackson, Director of Education at AmSpa, has spent over 20 years in the aesthetics industry, starting in the UK before making her mark in the US, and she’s here to break it all down.Kirstie explains what...
Hackers Are Targeting Aesthetic Practices. Are You Next?
April 2, 2025

Hackers Are Targeting Aesthetic Practices. Are You Next?

David Slazyk, Chief Information Officer & Chief Information Security Officer at Nextech, explains the real risks that small medical practices face in today’s cyber world. From AI-powered attacks to phishing scams, hackers are more sophisticated...