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Texas Medspa IV Therapy Death: Dangers of Improper Supervision & Safety Protocols

Following a patient's death at Luxe Med Spa, the Texas Medical Board has declared that the spa's medical director Michael Gallagher, M.D. is a continuing threat to public welfare due to the doctor's improper supervision of IV treatments.

Unlock the Potential of Laser for Diverse Skin with Aerolase Neo Elite

Unlock the Potential of Laser for Diverse Skin with Aerolase Neo Elite

The Neo Elite 650-microsecond io64nm laser has been used successfully to treat melasma, acne, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, pseudofolliculitis barbae, hair removal, acne keloidalis nuchae, and aging skin in skin of color.

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CoverWell's Pay-Per-Procedure Insurance Protects Against Aesthetic Procedures Not Covered by Insurance

CoverWell by Injectsure protects the client, business and practitioner in the event of medical complications from aesthetic procedures not typically covered by health, general liability and malpractice insurance.

November/December 2023

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November/December 2023

Learning the latest safety techniques for high risk procedures is a top priority for 97% of readers! Here are six of the latest treatment safety advances for cosmetic procedures.

6 Latest Treatment Safety Advances for Cosmetic Procedures [Survey Results]

The draft guidance is intended to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products that many consumers use day-to-day. The FDA is accepting comments on the draft guidance until Sept. 7.

FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Cosmetics Company Product Registration and Submission

UltraSlim Provides Safe, Same-Day-Results with Profitable Care Plans

UltraSlim Provides Safe, Same-Day-Results with Profitable Care Plans

Softwave Low Intensity Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (Li-ESWT)

Softwave Secures CPT Code for Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

The FDA recently updated its page on Dermal Fillers (Soft Tissue Fillers), to include the reported risks of delayed onset inflammation near dermal filler treatment sites following viral/bacterial llnesses or infections, vaccinations, or dental procedures.

FDA Safety Update: Dermal Fillers & Risks of Delayed Inflammation

The FDA recently updated its page on Dermal Fillers (Soft Tissue Fillers), to include the reported risks of delayed onset inflammation near dermal filler treatment sites following viral/bacterial llnesses or infections, vaccinations, or dental procedures.

The New Graduated Approach to Skin Revitalization and Resurfacing

The New Graduated Approach to Skin Revitalization and Resurfacing

Skin revitalization and resurfacing are booming trends in the aesthetics world, driven by the desire for minimally invasive procedures. Secret by Cutera offers solutions to meet the demand with a graduated approach to skin revitalization and resurfacing.

91% of our readers say they need to confirm that they have all the latest regulations for the treatments that they offer! Here are six ways you can stay up to date on the latest treatment regulations.

6 Ways to Stay Up to Date on the Latest Treatment Regulations [Survey]

91% of our readers say they need to confirm that they have all the latest regulations for the treatments that they offer! Here are six ways you can stay up to date on the latest treatment regulations.

Should IV Hydration Therapy Providers Self-Regulate After Recent State Requirements?

Should IV Hydration Therapy Providers Self-Regulate After Recent State Requirements?

The additional and more strict requirements imposed by California law have led to a lack of and need for IV-specific compounding pharmacies existing in California.

Warning for Squamous Cell Carcinoma & Lymphomas in Scar Tissue around Breast Implants

Warning for Squamous Cell Carcinoma & Lymphomas in Scar Tissue Around Breast Implants

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an official safety communication informing providers and patients about the reports of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and various lymphomas located in the capsule or scar tissue around breast implants.

CoverWell by InjectSure Launches for Per-Procedure Insurance Offerings

CoverWell Provides Per-Procedure Spa Insurance Offerings

CoverWell is pay-per-procedure insurance that protects the client, the business and its licensed practitioners against the risks of common cosmetic and wellness procedures not covered by health, general liability and malpractice insurance.

Jeff Cohen, Esq., is the founder of Florida Healthcare Law Firm.

Jeff Cohen, Esq., Discusses “Opening an IV Therapy Clinic” in Podcast Interview

Jeff Cohen, Esq., discusses the emergence of IV Therapy in elective medicine and the need for proper business and legal education that drove him to start the American IV Association (AIVI).

The FDA issued 3 warning letters to companies selling mole and skin tag removal products.

FDA Issues Warning For Unapproved Mole & Skin Tag Removal Products

Three companies were issued warning letters from the FDA for selling potentially dangerous products to consumers for mole and skin tag removal.

Following the news of the 90-day order, Florida plastic surgeons are turning to alternative devices to comply with the board's ruling, including the Clarius L7 HD3 wireless scanner.

Florida Medical Board's Action on Brazilian Butt Lifts

The Florida Board of Medicine approved an emergency 90-day order prompted by the increasing number of deaths following this cosmetic surgery in the last five years.

The FDA has received reports of serious side effects including skin rashes, facial swelling and discoloration from the use of skin brighteners containing hydroquinone.

FDA Flags 12 Companies for Illicit Hydroquinone-containing Skin Brighteners

The products contain the active drug hydroquinone, rendering them unapproved over-the-counter (OTC) drugs rather than cosmetics.

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Helium Plasma Resurfacing

On March 14, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication warning against the use of the J-Plasma/Renuvion Helium Plasma Device for aesthetic indications.

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Majority of Laser Surgery Lawsuits Involve Non-Physician Operators

The authors noted that this research is consistent with previous findings in laser surgery litigations between the years of 1985 and 2012.