Inside Aesthetics

Episode 22 hosts Dr Jeremy Hunt, Plastic Surgeon based in Sydney, Australia.

Jeremy joins us again to discuss an increasingly common procedure - massive weight loss surgery.  In very overweight patients who diet, exercise or have bariatric surgery, they can lose up to 100kg. But instead of looking and feeling great, they can be left with large amounts of excess skin and tissue hanging from their body.

It's a difficult situation and we explore the surgical options including butt & body lifts, abdominoplasties, brachioplasties and more.⠀

 

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Episode 22 hosts Dr Jeremy Hunt (Plastic Surgeon based in Sydney, Australia)

Jeremy joins us again to discuss an increasingly common procedure - massive weight loss surgery. In very overweight patients who diet, exercise or have bariatric surgery, they can lose up to 100kg. But instead of looking and feeling great, they can be left with large amounts of excess skin and tissue hanging from their body.

It's a difficult situation and we explore the surgical options including butt & body lifts, abdominoplasties, brachioplasties and more.⠀

0:00 Introduction 1:03 Meet Dr Jeremy Hunt 3:19 Career Path Into Plastic Surgery 5:16 Training and Overseas Experience 9:44 Broad Scope of Plastic Surgery Practice 11:56 Why Choose Plastic Surgery Over General Surgery 14:01 Reconstructive Surgery Inspiration Story 16:30 Apprenticeship Model of Surgical Training 18:16 Growth of Cosmetic Surgery Industry 23:53 Global Differences in Beauty Standards 27:02 Australian vs International Surgical Styles 30:22 Role in Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons 33:44 Media Exposure and Public Education 37:39 What a Facelift Actually Is 41:39 Surgical vs Non Surgical Facial Rejuvenation 45:36 Customising Procedures to Patient Needs 48:05 Public Perception of Plastic Surgery 51:43 Natural Results vs Overdone Results 57:32 Mini Facelift vs Full Facelift Explained 1:01:04 What a Neck Lift Involves 1:03:30 Understanding the Aging Process 1:07:48 Volume Loss vs Tissue Descent 1:12:19 Lifestyle and Environmental Aging Factors 1:16:00 Stress and Sudden Aging Changes 1:19:56 Typical Age for Considering Surgery 1:22:22 Differences Between Male and Female Aging 1:25:07 Cultural and Ethnic Treatment Differences 1:27:43 When to Choose Surgery vs Injectables 1:30:37 Role of Fillers Before and After Surgery 1:33:59 Fat Grafting and Volume Restoration 1:36:53 Can Non Surgical Treatments Delay Surgery 1:39:25 Cost Considerations and Patient Decisions 1:42:10 Role of Laser and Skin Resurfacing 1:44:30 Anatomy of a Facelift Explained 1:48:40 Deep Plane vs Skin Only Techniques 1:53:30 Longevity of Facelift Results 1:55:45 Maintenance After Surgery 2:00:30 Views on Thread Lifts 2:03:05 How Excess Skin Is Removed 2:05:40 Causes of Overdone Surgical Results 2:10:55 Consultation Process and Patient Assessment 2:13:30 Managing Expectations and Communication 2:18:00 Risks and Complications of Surgery 2:20:15 Importance of Surgeon Qualifications 2:23:40 Smoking and Healing Risks 2:26:30 Recovery Timeline and Downtime 2:29:10 Swelling, Bruising and Pain Expectations 2:31:45 Sutures and Scar Management 2:34:20 Rhinoplasty vs Facelift Recovery Differences 2:37:10 Managing Patient Dissatisfaction 2:39:45 Typical Cost Range for Facelift Surgery 2:42:10 Role of PRP and Adjunct Treatments 2:44:30 Importance of Evidence Based Skincare 2:48:40 Future of Cosmetic Surgery and Stem Cells 2:53:30 Growth of Preventative Aesthetic Treatments 2:55:45 Body Dysmorphia and Patient Screening 3:00:30 Social Media Influence on Cosmetic Decisions 3:03:05 Contact Information and Episode Wrap Up

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Episode 21 hosts Gary Gorrow (Meditation expert from Byron Bay, Australia)

Gary has over 15 years experience in his field and is regarded as one of the world's leading meditation teachers. He runs workshops, retreats and training schools globally.

So far our episodes have focused on feeling good by looking good. But are we missing the point? What if we focused more our inner selves, to be more present and to fully accept who and what we are?

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0:00 Introduction 1:03 Meet Gary Gorrow 3:19 Early Interest in Philosophy and Spirituality 5:16 Feeling Lost and Searching for Purpose 9:44 Discovering Meditation Through Family 11:56 Learning Meditation and First Transformational Experience 14:01 Decision to Pursue Meditation Professionally 16:30 What Meditation Actually Is 18:16 Common Misconceptions About Meditation 23:53 Meditation as a Fourth State of Consciousness 27:02 Feeling Rested and Recharged After Meditation 30:22 Why Meditation Feels Different Each Time 33:44 The Importance of Inner Awareness 37:39 Link Between Mental Health and External Success 41:39 Role of Stress in Aging and Health 45:36 Biological Effects of Stress on the Body 48:05 How Meditation Supports Healthy Aging 51:43 Spiritual vs Religious Perspectives on Meditation 57:32 Overcoming Resistance to Meditation 1:01:04 Why People Stop Meditating 1:03:30 Importance of Consistency and Routine 1:07:48 Different Types of Meditation Techniques 1:12:19 Vedic Meditation and Use of Mantras 1:16:00 Focus vs Transcending the Mind 1:19:56 Understanding the Concept of Spirituality 1:22:22 External Success vs Inner Fulfillment 1:25:07 Why Material Things Do Not Create Lasting Happiness 1:27:43 Raising Your Baseline State of Wellbeing 1:30:37 Emotional Reactions and Self Awareness 1:33:59 Understanding Triggers and Stress Responses 1:36:53 Living in the Present Moment 1:39:25 Social Media and Attention Distraction 1:42:10 Dopamine and Validation From Online Platforms 1:44:30 Scientific Evidence Supporting Meditation 1:48:40 Brainwave Changes During Meditation 1:53:30 Neuroplasticity and Brain Development 1:55:45 Fight or Flight Response and Chronic Stress 2:00:30 How Meditation Rewires the Brain 2:03:05 Higher States of Consciousness Explained 2:05:40 Stories of Advanced Meditation Capabilities 2:10:55 Monastic vs Householder Lifestyle 2:13:30 Cultural Differences in Spiritual Practices 2:18:00 How Beginners Can Start Meditating 2:20:15 Everyday Activities as Forms of Meditation

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Episode 21 hosts Gary Gorrow, a meditation expert based in Byron Bay, Australia.

Gary has over 15 years experience in his field and is regarded as one of the world's leading meditation teachers. He runs workshops, retreats and training schools globally.

So far our episodes have focused on feeling good by looking good. But are we missing the point? What if we focused more our inner selves, to be more present and to fully accept who and what we are? 

 

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Episode 20 hosts Dr Cat Stone (Cosmetic Physician based in Auckland, New Zealand)

Dr Cat has a sub-expertise in Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and is a globally-licensed trainer in the various PRP techniques. These include 'The Vampire Facial', 'The Vampire Facial Plus' & 'The Vampire Facelift'.

In our second PRP episode, we discuss the advanced and more novel uses to improve sexual function - namely 'The O (orgasm) Shot' for women & 'The P (priapus) shot' for men.

We then find out how the O shot can be used for some more medical issues including a leaky bladder, lichen sclerosis before moving onto 'The Vampire Breast Lift'.

0:00 Introduction 1:03 Meet Dr Cat Stone 3:19 Background in Surgery and Early Career 5:16 First Experience With Cosmetic Injectables 9:44 Transition to Full Time Aesthetic Practice 11:56 Opening The Face Place Clinic 14:01 Psychosocial Impact of Cosmetic Treatments 16:30 Confidence and Patient Outcomes 18:16 Clinic Philosophy and Treatment Selection 23:53 Recognizing Body Dysmorphic Disorder 27:02 Ethical Responsibility to Decline Treatment 30:22 Introduction to Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) 33:44 What PRP Is and How It Works 37:39 Preparing and Processing PRP 41:39 Factors That Affect PRP Quality 45:36 Common Treatment Areas for PRP 48:05 Treating Crepey Skin and Hair Loss 51:43 Overview of Vampire Treatments 57:32 Training and Certification for PRP Techniques 1:01:04 PRP Injection Methods and Devices 1:03:30 Patient Experience During Treatment 1:07:48 Expected Recovery and Downtime 1:12:19 Treatment Frequency and Maintenance 1:16:00 Who Is a Good Candidate for PRP 1:19:56 Managing Expectations and Delayed Results 1:22:22 Combining PRP With Dermal Fillers 1:25:07 Cost of PRP Treatments 1:27:43 Preparing Patients Before Treatment 1:30:37 Potential Side Effects and Risks 1:33:59 Contraindications and Medical Considerations 1:36:53 PRP for Hair Loss Protocols 1:39:25 Measuring Treatment Success 1:42:10 Challenges in Documenting Results 1:44:30 PRP Compared With Stem Cell Therapy 1:48:40 Future of Regenerative Medicine 1:53:30 Combining PRP With Other Treatments 1:55:45 Role of Hyaluronic Acid as a Scaffold 2:00:30 Synergy Between PRP and Skin Treatments 2:03:05 Contact Details and Clinic Information 2:05:40 Episode Wrap Up

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Episode 20 hosts Dr Cat Stone a Cosmetic Physician based in Auckland, New Zealand.

Dr Cat has a sub-expertise in Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and is a globally-licensed trainer in the various PRP techniques. These include 'The Vampire Facial', 'The Vampire Facial Plus' & 'The Vampire Facelift'.

In our second PRP episode, we discuss the advanced and more novel uses to improve sexual function - namely 'The O (orgasm) Shot' for women & 'The P (priapus) shot' for men.

We then find out how the O shot can be used for some more medical issues including a leaky bladder, lichen sclerosis before moving onto 'The Vampire Breast Lift'.

 

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Episode 19 hosts Dr Cat Stone (Cosmetic physician from Auckland, New Zealand)

Dr Cat has a sub-expertise in using PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and is a globally-licensed trainer in the various PRP techniques. These include 'The Vampire Facial', 'The Vampire Facial Plus' & 'The Vampire Facelift'.

We discuss Dr Cat's background, PRP, what it is, how it's made and how these various treatments are performed.

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Episode 19 hosts Dr Cat Stone, a cosmetic physician based in Auckland, New Zealand.

Dr Cat has a sub-expertise in using PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and is a globally-licensed trainer in the various PRP techniques. These include The Vampire Facial (remember THAT Kim Kardashian photo?!), The Vampire Facial Plus & The Vampire Facelift.

We discuss Dr Cat's background, PRP, what it is, how it's made and how these various treatments are performed.

 

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Episode 18 hosts Raleigh Allam (Registered nurse & Practice Manager from Sydney, Australia)

Raleigh runs the practice Dr Shahram Shahidi (from Episode 4), of one of the most successful rhinoplasty practices in Australia.

We explore how Raleigh went from completing a health science degree to doing nursing, the various alternative career paths that nurses have, the challenges of running and coordinating a surgical practice, handling tricky patients and everything in between.

0:00 Introduction 1:03 Meet Raleigh Allam 3:19 Early Career and Entry Into Cosmetic Practice 5:16 Developing Skills in Practice Management 9:44 Creating a Five Year Career Development Plan 11:56 Importance of Practice Management Training 14:01 Decision to Study Nursing and Expand Skills 16:30 Transferable Skills and Career Flexibility 18:16 Balancing Full Time Work and Nursing Study 23:53 Communication Skills in Patient Care 27:02 Overview of Nursing Training and Placements 30:22 Tailoring Clinical Experience to Surgical Practice 33:44 Value of Surgical and Post Operative Exposure 37:39 Applying Nursing Knowledge to Clinic Processes 41:39 Delegation and Trust Within the Practice Team 45:36 Expanding Responsibilities and Workflow Efficiency 48:05 Alternative Career Paths for Nurses in Aesthetics 51:43 Importance of Clinical Experience Before Injecting 57:32 Open Mindset in Career Development 1:01:04 Role and Responsibilities of a Practice Manager 1:03:30 Managing Staff, Scheduling and Operations 1:07:48 Building and Maintaining a Strong Team Culture 1:12:19 Screening Patients From First Contact 1:16:00 Identifying Psychological Red Flags 1:19:56 Collaboration With Psychologists for Patient Safety 1:22:22 Impact of Social Media on Patient Expectations 1:25:07 Risks of Edited Images and Unrealistic Outcomes 1:27:43 Managing Online Communication and Patient Enquiries 1:30:37 Challenges of Providing Advice Through Social Media 1:33:59 Importance of Clear and Professional Messaging 1:36:53 Misinterpretation of Written Communication 1:39:25 Setting Boundaries With Patient Expectations 1:42:10 Balancing Customer Service and Medical Safety 1:44:30 Recognizing When a Patient Is Not the Right Fit 1:48:40 Building Trust Before Surgery Decisions 1:53:30 Understanding the Patient Journey 1:55:45 Initial Consultation and Cost Transparency 2:00:30 Preoperative Planning and Patient Preparation 2:03:05 Postoperative Care and Emotional Support 2:05:40 Managing Recovery Expectations 2:10:55 Use of Practice Management Software and Automation 2:13:30 Scheduling, Workflow and Capacity Planning 2:18:00 Technology, Imaging and Treatment Planning 2:20:15 Final Thoughts and Practice Management Insights

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Episode 18 hosts Raleigh Allam, a registered nurse & practice manager based in Sydney, Australia.

Raleigh runs the practice Dr Shahram Shahidi (from Episode 4), of one of the most successful rhinoplasty practices in Australia.

We explore how Raleigh went from completing a health science degree to doing nursing, the various alternative career paths that nurses have, the challenges of running and coordinating a surgical practice, handling tricky patients and everything in between.

 

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- Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics) 

- Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake)

- Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education)

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- Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources

- Access to eight IA Webinars

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