IAPAM Helps Physicians Launch Successful Medical Spas
December 4, 2008 by admin
Comprehensive clinical and business training is the best foundation upon which a successful medical spa can be launched in these difficult economic times. To provide the practical clinical and business experience needed to open a medical spa or integrate medical aesthetics into an existing practice, the IAPAM (International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine) offers the industry’s most comprehensive Aesthetic Medicine Symposium for new medispa entrants. Read more
Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop Ensures Adding Aesthetic Medicine is a Profitable Option
November 7, 2008 by admin
The IAPAM (International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine) has developed a groundbreaking new workshop for physicians making an entry into the Aesthetic Medicine arena. The Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop provides participants with all the tools needed, including a customized business plan and complementary CD and print materials, to support the profitable addition of aesthetic medicine into their medical practice.
Las Vegas, NV (PRWeb), November 6, 2008 - As part of their very successful Symposium series, the IAPAM has created a one day program to help new entrants into the medispa industry navigate “the often confusing process of creating a successful business plan” for their new venture. “This workshop is expertly designed for physicians, business managers, and key staff empowered to launch aesthetic medicine offerings within medical practices, comments Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the IAPAM. By translating the workshop facilitator’s extensive knowledge into a suite of tools and techniques for success, registrants will learn how to avoid the most common pitfalls experienced by many new entrants in aesthetic medicine.
After completing this workshop, participants will leave with a comprehensive business plan for their aesthetic medicine practice. This program will cover all aspects of creating a business plan for a profitable medical spa, including:
• Financing options for physicians;
• Target demographics for tailored aesthetic procedures;
• Developing a menu of treatments and pricing strategies;
• Establishing aesthetic practice protocols and HR for aesthetic practitioners;
• Creating an effective marketing plan;
• Finding the right location;
• Staffing;
• Federal and state legal and regulatory issues; and
• Startup costs and reading financials. Read more
IAPAM debunks Top 3 Medical Spa Myths
August 27, 2008 by admin
In today’s economy, and given the growth in accessibility and acceptance of aesthetic medicine procedures, it is very important that practitioners understand: “what is working” and “what is not” in their practices, in order to have a successful and profitable medical spa. Debunking the top 3 “Medical Spa Myths” may be all that is standing in the way of any practice from reaching its fullest potential.
The IAPAM (International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine) has reviewed its member profiles in order to identify some of the common traits among its most successful medical spas and aesthetic medicine practices. Jeff Russell comments that, “in our research, we have found that 3 myths prevent success in the industry. They are that Read more
IAPAM Launches Aesthetic Medicine News Site
July 10, 2008 by admin
The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) AestheticMedicineNews.com website educates physicians, medical spa owners, media and the public on the latest aesthetic medical news and medical spa procedures.
Las Vegas, Nevada (PRWEB) July 9, 2008 — With the current boom for minimally invasive anti-aging treatments, the first person many people go to is their physician. Moreover, between new State regulations and the need for industry-leading clinical education, practitioners agree that more timely and accessible information is required. Therefore, to meet this industry need, the IAPAM has launched The Aesthetic Medicine News, a one-stop web portal where medspa practitioners and patients alike can find the latest in aesthetic medicine innovations, medical spa news and much, much more. Read more
New Report Outlines Key Legal Issues for Medical Spas and Aesthetic Medical Practices
March 20, 2008 by admin
A new IAPAM report outlines the legal implications of opening a medical spa. Medical spas require careful attention to the intersection of the corporate practice of medicine, licensing, anti-kickback and fee-splitting considerations, and other legal and regulatory issues. This report summarizes the key legal issues physicians and medical spa owners need to know.
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) March 20, 2008 — Both physicians who want to either open a medical spa or add aesthetic medical procedures to their existing practice, and entrepreneurs who want to either open a medical spa or incorporate aesthetic medical procedures to a wellness center, can benefit from a better understanding of some of key legal issues involved. Read more
Statistics Show Clients Choosing Medical Spas Over Plastic Surgeons
March 4, 2008 by admin
The latest statistics show 4 of the top 5 non-surgical procedures have actually dropped in 2007. Botox injections were down 12.8%, but sales of Botox Cosmetic were up 29% over the same period. Indicating people are going elsewhere for the top non-surgical procedures.
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) March 4, 2008 — The latest aesthetic industry statistics reveal that people are turning to physician-run practices or medical spas for their non-surgical procedures. According to an International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) study, most women most feel that non-physician owned medical spas are unsafe. In addition, the IAPAM report also indicates that 78% of women rated medical credentials as very important when choosing an aesthetic treatment provider. Read more
6 Tips for Opening a Successful Physician Owned Medical Spa
January 29, 2008 by admin
With 12,000 Americans turning 50 every day, many doctors are expanding their existing practices with the addition of a Medical Spa. Since there is no shortage of Baby Boomers who want to stop the aging process, this is an excellent time for physicians to explore the Medical Spa industry.
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) January 29, 2008 — The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) has completed this tip guide designed to help physicians who want to either open a medical spa or add aesthetic medical procedures to their existing practice. Read more
Physician Symposium Support Expanded
November 1, 2007 by admin
Las Vegas, NV (PRWeb) November 1, 2007 - Doctors interested in pursuing aesthetic training now have a new tool to help them succeed in the highly competitive aesthetic market. The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) has just negotiated to include a comprehensive 16-DVD training program for attendees to take home after attending the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium.
“The value of these DVDs is amazing,” says Jeff Russell, IAPAM Executive Director. “The physicians now have the DVD’s to refer back to and can use them to train future staff.” Read more
Growing medical trend adds need for business training
August 22, 2007 by admin
Aesthetic medicine boom leads to business boot camp for physicians and practice managers.
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) August 1, 2007 — Doctors who take advantage of a growing trend to add aesthetic medical procedures to their practice is making additional business training necessary says the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM). IAPAM Executive Director, Jeff Russell, says that their members are most interested in learning the business of aesthetic medicine, not just how to perform the procedures themselves. In response, the IAPAM has introduced a new, day-long boot camp for physicians and their practice managers to create a viable aesthetic medicine business plan.
“Many people forget that doctors are entrepreneurs who are constantly looking for ways to make their businesses stronger. Because our association has seen such a boom in doctors adding aesthetic medical procedures to their operations or moving to aesthetic medicine all together, we have followed suit by offering practical training to make the most of that new business,” says Russell. Read more
Physicians Find Aesthetic Medicine a Cure to Cash Crunch
July 11, 2007 by admin
Doctors are learning the business of aesthetic medicine in an effort to make their practices more financially viable.
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) July 11, 2007 — Family doctors are adding aesthetic medical procedures to their practices in an effort to make their practices more financially viable, says the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM). After reviewing participant feedback from their fifth consecutive, sold out Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, IAPAM Executive Director, Jeff Russell, says that participating doctors want most to learn the business of aesthetic medicine, not just how to do the procedures themselves.
“The combination of reducing reimbursements, increasing costs, and longer working hours is leaving many family physicians no choice but to leave their traditional practice behind and open an aesthetic medicine practice or add aesthetic medicine procedures to their existing practices,” says Russell. Read more
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