Med Creator 101

By Mimi Banks and Dr. Dustin Portela

Med Creator 101 is a weekly podcast hosted by board certified dermatologist, ‘dermfluencer’ Dr. Dustin Portela and beauty veteran, social media agency owner, Mimi Banks, featuring your favorite brands... more

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How many episodes does Med Creator 101 have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.

Med Creator 101 episodes:

May 19, 2025 How Dr. Inna Lazar Builds Brand Relationships That Last
In this episode, Mimi and Dr. Portela welcome Dr. Inna Lazar, a leading optometrist and expert in eye health and dry eye disease. She shares how she built an educational presence on social media and how to build lasting relationships with brands.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
Dr. Inna Lazar: Instagram: @dr.innalazar | TikTok: @drinnalazar
Optase: Instagram: @optaseus | TikTok: @optaseus
Enjoy 10% off your first Optase order using OPTASE10 at checkout.
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28min
May 12, 2025 If Dr. Portela Started Over
What if Dr. Portela had to start his med creator journey all over again? What would he do? What platform would he be on? How would he create content? Get the inside scoop on how to think like a creator—choosing your audience and platforms to creating engaging content.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
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29min
May 05, 2025 How Dr. Heather Rogers Earned Trust Online
Dermatologist and skincare brand founder Dr. Heather Rogers joins Med Creator 101 and shares how she built a trusted personal brand rooted in honesty, education, and results—without paid partnerships. From running a busy practice to launching products that work, her no-nonsense approach is redefining clean beauty.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
Dr. Rogers: Instagram: @drheatherrogers | Dr. Rogers Skincare: @doctor.rogers
Enjoy 20% off your purchase from Dr. Rogers Skincare when you use the code medcreator20 at checkout.
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28min
April 28, 2025 How to Build a Brand Through Community with Said Dabbagh
Want to build an authentic personal brand but don’t know where to start? Mimi and Dr. Portela sit down with Said Dabbagh, President of Waldencast Brands and co-founder of Dr. Idriss Skincare, to break down how to define your brand, grow a community, and connect with the right audience.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
Enjoy 15% off your purchase from Dr. Idriss, Glaze, and Coats Skin when you use the code Medcreator15 at checkout.
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41min
April 25, 2025 11 Things Every HCP Should Know About Social (in 11 minutes)
In just 11 minutes, Dr. Portela and Mimi Banks share 11 things every HCP needs to know. From boosting credibility and staying HIPAA-safe to posting consistently and protecting your mental health, this episode is packed with tips to help you show up authentically, ethically, and effectively.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
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13min
April 21, 2025 Setting Your Rates
How much should you really charge in brand deals as a med creator? Dr. Portela and Mimi explain how to set your rates—from considering your follower count to factoring in content creation and editing time. They also discuss how to structure deals, the different types of content brands request, plus common pitfalls to avoid when starting out. Tune in to learn more!
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
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16min
April 14, 2025 Dr. Mamina's First Brand Deal
Dr. Mamina joins Mimi and Dr. Portela to talk about her first brand deal — Head & Shoulders. She shares her experience, lessons learned and advice for HCPs who want to land brand deals.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
Dr. Mamina: Instagram: @dr.mamina | TikTok: @dr.mamina
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26min
April 08, 2025 How Dr. Zubritsky Grew 1.4M Followers on Instagram
What does it take to hit 100K followers on Instagram? Dr. Zubritsky breaks down the strategy behind her growth, why community matters, her go-to tools and why she refuses to gatekeep! Simply put- build trust and gain credibility.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
Dr. Zubritsky: Instagram: @dermguru | TikTok: @dermguru
Listen to the Skin Deep & Unfiltered podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GzYeZ0yQWdL2eIrpTq5Cr?si=c8a95685f5af4dce
Skylight Calendar: https://amzn.to/3XEIyVB
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32min
April 01, 2025 Get to Know Dr. Michelle Henry: Dermatologist & News Contributor
Dr. Michelle Henry shares her inspiring journey to becoming a Board-Certified Dermatologist, how she carved out a name for herself and became an NBC news contributor. She regularly appears on the Today Show even starred in CeraVe's Super Bowl Commercial. Tune in to see how see made it all happen and how social media has contributed to her success.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
Follow Dr. Michelle Henry: Instagram: @drmichellehenry | TikTok: @skindoctoks
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31min
March 28, 2025 Avoid These Social Media Scams
Social media scams are more common than you think! Everybody is a target. Look out for specific signs and red flags to stay protected and take action if you’re targeted.
Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101
Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency
Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela
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15min

FAQs about Med Creator 101:

How many episodes does Med Creator 101 have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.