Episode 84 hosts Anita East (NP from Brisbane, Australia)

Anita has a unique background, first graduating in nursing before also training as an actor, starring in both TV and film roles. Now an NP, Anita specialises in non-surgical treatments.

We learn what an NP is, how Anita got into cosmetic medicine before exploring the title of her new book, 'Beautiful Unique Faces' - discussing the unique and sometimes serious issues that interplay between injectors and their patients.

0:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 1:04 Meet Anita East 3:19 Background in Nursing and Acting 5:16 Move Into Cosmetic Injectables 9:44 Early Training and Mentorship 11:56 Importance of Hands On Experience 14:01 Building a Cosmetic Practice 16:30 Delegating Skin Treatments 18:16 Integrating Skin and Injectables 23:53 Role of a Nurse Practitioner Explained 27:02 Training Requirements and Scope 30:22 Prescribing Rights and Responsibilities 33:44 Nursing Levels and Supervision Rules 37:39 Why Pursue Nurse Practitioner Training 41:39 Working With a Support Network 45:36 Advice for Nurses Considering NP Path 48:05 Philosophy of Natural Aesthetic Results 51:43 Identifying Unique Facial Features 57:32 Treating What Detracts From Beauty 1:01:04 Educating Patients on Expectations 1:03:30 Social Media Influence on Beauty Trends 1:07:48 Unrealistic Standards and Over Treatment 1:12:19 Consultation Techniques and Communication 1:16:00 Using Mirrors Instead of Photos 1:19:56 Avoiding Cookie Cutter Treatments 1:22:22 Balancing Facial Harmony 1:25:07 Burnout and Near Fatal Health Scare 1:27:43 Pressure From Patient Demands 1:30:37 Decision to Write a Book 1:33:59 Protecting Future Generations 1:36:53 Social Media and Self Image 1:39:25 Injectables and Emotional Wellbeing 1:42:10 When Treatments Become a Coping Tool 1:44:30 Saying No to Patients 1:48:40 Ethical Responsibilities in Practice 1:53:30 Fear of Missing Out After Lockdowns 1:55:45 Marketing Pressure in Aesthetics 2:00:30 Advice for New Injectors 2:03:05 Importance of Ethics and Responsibility 2:05:40 Understanding Patient Psychology 2:10:55 Treating the Whole Person 2:13:30 Building Confidence Through Education 2:18:00 Where to Find the Book 2:20:15 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up

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