Incorporating Cosmetic Procedures into a General Dermatology Practice
Cosmetic ProceduresIt is advisable to visit as many offices as possible during residency training. See how different offices are set-up, request copies of paperwork and consents used (you may also download sample forms from NextStepsInDerm.com), and talk to the staff about their approach to patients. Which procedures are performed? Do practitioners buy, rent, or lease their equipment? How is the patient flow? Are al …
Cosmetic Procedures
How To Get Started on Cosmetic Procedures in a Dermatologic Practice
cosmetic dermatology Be sure you are comfortable dealing with cosmetic patients. Don’t purchase a lot of equipment out of the gate, start out small and acquire in time, don’t over extend yourself and your budget. Start out slowly, start 1.5 day per week doing cosmetic vs. medical to learn on what percentage you and your staff are more comfortable in your practice. …
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I Wish I Had Known: Finding the Right Balance
finding balanceLife post-residency is wonderful. As a dermatologist, there are so many cool and exciting things we can do with our day. I've found that life in academic dermatology as a physician-scientist is especially rewarding. There are some challenges, especially when establishing your foundation. For me, finding the right personal balance at work between clinical and research is essential. The best tip is …
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How to Make Fillers Profitable for Your Business
Amy Taub MDFillers have a high disposable cost so they need to be priced accordingly to take into account your time and expertise. Also, there is a backend cost associated with their use. Usually after the first filler treatment patients will return for a follow-up visit—note, this visit should be complimentary. These visits are quite important for many reasons: 1. They give you feedback on your techniq …
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I Wish I Had Known: Equipment Purchases
Equipment PurchasesThere are several areas where it makes sense to save when opening a practice. On the other hand, there are some areas where saving money can be a false economy. When purchasing new equipment for a dermatology practice, the most logical thought is to try to save money and purchase the middle of the road forceps, needle drivers, and other instruments. This is what I did when I first started, but sh …
Equipment Purchases