In this episode, we sat down with Rachel to talk all things aesthetics- from her years as a medical aesthetician and business owner to her transition into plastic surgery as a Patient Care Coordinator. We dive into lasers career evolution and why she believes plastic surgery can be an empowering investment in yourself, with years of experience in aesthetics and genuine obsession with plastic surgery, Rachel shares how she found the career that truly fells like home!!! You don't want to miss this episode of the Injector Podcast. 

In this special multi-interview episode recorded live from the floor of the 19th Annual Aesthetic Extender Symposium (AES) at The Boca Raton, Peggy sits down with premier clinical experts, top injectors, and industry leaders. Across three days of back-to-back interviews, this episode breaks down the most critical clinical shifts, safety protocols, and innovative techniques dominating aesthetic medicine today.

In this special multi-interview episode recorded live from the floor of the 19th Annual Aesthetic Extender Symposium (AES) at The Boca Raton, Peggy sits down with premier clinical experts, top injectors, and industry leaders. Across three days of back-to-back interviews, this episode breaks down the most critical clinical shifts, safety protocols, and innovative techniques dominating aesthetic medicine today.

Non-Profit & Legislative Advocacy: The founding story of Aesthetic Medical Providers of New Hampshire (AMPNH)—how a multidisciplinary team built a non-profit to drive legislative reform, advocate for state-level standards, and establish peer support. Jennifer breaks down how she co-founded a non-profit dedicated to state legislative reform, standardizing clinical credentials, and advancing safety protocols (including facial ultrasound). If you’ve ever wondered how to turn practice-level expertise into state-wide industry advocacy, this is a must-listen!

Aesthetic nurse injector Robyn Lendry, RN, CANS, joins host Peggy Zapantis to talk career reinvention, industry red flags, and building a practice rooted in honesty.

Robyn is the founder of Verité Aesthetic Medicine in Philadelphia's Society Hill. Before injectables, she spent decades as a hairstylist, then worked trauma and vascular surgery nursing at Penn, then became a national clinical trainer before launching her own practice — twice rebuilding after career setbacks outside her control.

In this episode, Peggy and Robyn cover:

• Why Robyn named her practice Verité (French for "truth") and the "smoke and mirrors" problem in aesthetics
• Non-compete contracts and red flags to watch for before signing with a new practice
• Whether CANS certification is worth pursuing, and why ISPAN is Robyn's favorite industry organization
• Spotting a "Taj Mahal" med spa versus a trustworthy one
• Why nursing fundamentals matter when a patient has a medical emergency during a cosmetic procedure
• Hiring philosophy: hire for personality, train for skill
• Top conference picks for injectors at every career stage, including ISPAN, AmSpa, and CMAC
• Setting boundaries and protecting your schedule as an elective-procedure provider

Robyn also shares details on her education platform, Robyn Beauty RN on Patreon, where she offers tiered injectable training for nurses and providers at every level.

Whether you're a new injector weighing a job offer, an RN considering certification, or a practice owner building your team, this conversation is full of practical, honest insight into the aesthetics industry.

Follow Robyn Lendry: Instagram and Patreon, @robynbeautyrn

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We're digging into the vault for this one! Back by popular demand, Peggy sits down with fellow powerhouse injector Iliana Tzikas for a conversation that's equal parts business, beauty, and Greek family chaos. From growing up in Greek households to building real careers in medicine, Peggy and Iliana get into what it actually takes to work as an injector inside a plastic surgeon's office — the pace, the client relationships, and the balancing act between clinical precision and running a business. Expect plenty of laughs, some very relatable cultural traditions, and real talk about what it means to empower clients through aesthetic procedures. If you missed this one the first time around, now's your chance — and if you caught it live, it's just as good on a rewatch.

On this episode, Peggy dives into the importance of taking a break during the summer time and the means to disconnect. Have you ever tried the two week rule in your business? This is where you do not reach out to your practice for two weeks and if there are no problems, then you have WON the business game. We also go into the future for season and some exciting announcements for the growth of the Podcast as we will be attending AES at the Boca Raton in 2026. 

In this episode, Danielle White, a seasoned aesthetics injector, trainer, and owner of The Aesthetic Label Medical Spa in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, shares her expertise and insights on building a successful business in the aesthetics industry. From discussing the challenges and rewards of business ownership to offering advice on balancing work and family life as a working mom, Danielle opens up about her personal and professional journey. She also dives into the importance of ongoing training and education in the ever-evolving aesthetics field. Danielle discusses the good and ugly sides of the industry, sharing her thoughts on the latest trends, common pitfalls, and best practices. With her honesty and expertise, Danielle provides valuable takeaways for anyone looking to build a career or business in aesthetics. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the aesthetics industry, entrepreneurship, or personal development. Danielle's passion, expertise, and authenticity make for an engaging and informative conversation that's not to be missed.

On this episode of The Injector Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Dr. Steven Weiner—a renowned facial plastic surgeon, ultrasound specialist, and true guru in our specialty.
We dive deep into everything from the massive clinical benefits of incorporating ultrasound into your daily practice, to the thrilling future of aesthetics, and exactly why ultrasound is rapidly becoming the new gold standard for patient safety and precision.
Whether you're looking to elevate your injection anatomy, prevent complications, or stay ahead of the industry curve, you do not want to miss this episode!
👉 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your audio fix!

On this episode of the injector podcast I had the pleasure of having Brandi Gregge, APRN and MBA business bad ass. We go into everything from the business, the buildup and the value of building it up to private equity!