Add hCG for Weight Loss to a Medical Practice: Attend the IAPAM’s hCG Training in 2011

December 30, 2010

Recent reports indicate that “40 to 45% of American adults make one or more resolutions each year,” and “among the top New Year’s resolutions are personal goals about weight loss.” It has also been found that 64% of “New Year’s Resolutions are kept after 1 month, but only 46% maintained their resolutions past 6 months.” By attending the IAPAM’s hCG for Weight Loss Training, physicians can help their patients reach their weight loss goals, while creating a profitable hCG diet program within their practice.

The IAPAM’s hCG Physician Weight Loss Training offers physicians a full-day of intensive education on the clinical best practices of hCG for weight loss, lipotropic injections and Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD) programs. Physicians and their staff will learn the exclusive IAPAM hCG for Weight Loss Protocol (based on Dr. Simeons manuscript, Pounds and Inches.) The IAPAM’s program gives physicians “everything they need to start offering medical weight loss programs to their patients immediately upon returning to their practices,” emphasizes Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the IAPAM, and one of the IAPAM faculty instructors presenting at the IAPAM’s hCG training. The IAPAM weight loss course includes:

A detailed overview of the exclusive IAPAM hCG Protocol & best practices
Understanding of VLCD/LCD diet programs
Patient selection criteria
Common medical contraindications
Current FDA status & requirements
Legal/Insurance considerations and special access to hCG Medical Malpractice Insurance Program
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Homoepathic hCG found with Zero hCG

December 30, 2010

I came across an interesting website today. It appears that someone bought some homeopathic hCG on the internet and sent it to a lab for testing. When the results came back, it was discovered that it contained no hCG! Wow, isn’t that surprising!?! You can see the website and lab reports here. When they questioned the lab, they found that the homeopathic hCG drops were nothing more than alcohol and water with some traces of herbal stimulants. Of course people who’ve purchased this homeopathic hCG swear it works, and I’m sure they are losing weight, but what kind of weight are you losing? Muscle or fat?? With homeopathic hCG it’s safe to say it’s going to be muscle, whereas studies have shown you lose fat when following the original hCG protocol with pharmaceutical strength hCG (available only by prescription). Read more

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Introducing the PaloVia(TM) Skin Renewing Laser(TM) From Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc.

December 22, 2010

The First FDA-Cleared, At-Home Laser Clinically Proven to Reduce Fine Lines and Wrinkles Around the Eyes

Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:PMTI), a leading researcher and developer of light-based systems for cosmetic treatments, today announced the launch of the first FDA-cleared, at-home laser clinically proven to reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes – the PaloVia Skin Renewing Laser. Palomar will host an analyst and investor meeting to discuss its launch plans in New York City on January 6, 2011 from 10AM to 12PM at the Nasdaq MarketSite, 4 Times Square, second floor Press Conference Room. Attendees from Palomar will be Joseph Caruso, Chief Executive Officer; Paul Weiner, Chief Financial Officer; Nancy Teumer, Global Marketing Director Consumer Products; David Montgomery, Consumer Products Sales Director; and Richard Bankowski, Field Clinical Director and QVC Spokesperson. Also in attendance will be one of Palomar’s PaloVia Expert Panel Members Dr. Robert Weiss, Director, Maryland Laser, Skin & Vein Institute. For analysts and investors that are not able to attend the PaloVia launch meeting in New York City, the meeting will also be accessible via webcast in the About Palomar/Investors section of Palomar’s website at palomarmedical.com.

As an industry leader and pioneer in the science of using lasers and light to improve personal appearance, Palomar’s patented fractional technology has been proven by dermatologists worldwide for more than a decade. Now, for the first time ever, this same technology has been adapted and perfected for use at home, delivering a visible improvement in fine lines and wrinkles. In a clinical study, a panel of doctors specializing in dermatology and plastic surgery saw a noticeable reduction in wrinkles in 92% of participants after one month of daily treatments.
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IAPAM Announces 2011 Dates for the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training

December 21, 2010

In the coming year, physicians focused on growth will continue to seek out the best botox training, and hCG for weight loss programs, particularly programs offering physician-lead, hands-on training in botox and the other minimally-invasive treatments. To meet this need, the IAPAM announces the 2011 dates for its respected Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums and hCG Training programs.

The number of patients turning to minimally invasive procedures like: Botox (http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com/botoxtraining.html), dermal filler injections, microdermabrasion, chemical peels and hCG for weight loss continues to increase. To assist physicians in entering the aesthetic medicine field, the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium was designed by physicians for physicians who are looking to: add aesthetic medicine procedures to their existing practices, add hCG for weight loss (http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com/physician-hcg-weight-loss-training) to a practice, or start a medical spa. The IAPAM has integrated the most important clinical, hCG for weight loss (based on Dr. Simeons Pounds and Inches protocol), and aesthetic medicine business training into the creation of the multi-day Symposium.

Physicians who complete the IAPAM’s Symposium have a competitive advantage. By attending the IAPAM’s comprehensive botox courses and hCG training programs, doctors can profitably add a cash based cosmetic injectable, aesthetic medicine or weight loss program to a medical practice. Read more

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The Beauty of Fractionated Lasers

December 20, 2010

Fractional lasers have come a long way since they were first introduced. My first experience was with the original Fraxel®, when they were still using the blue dye that left your skin slightly tinted for a day or so. For someone who has had her share of BOTOX and for whom lasering under the arms doesn’t cause a whimper, it was pretty painful. My eyes swelled up and I was the color of a boiled lobster for five days, applying ice packs.

Fast forward to the new fractional non-ablative lasers, and the side effects have been greatly reduced and results have also improved dramatically. One of the advantages of fractional technology is that it is totally customizable – your doctor is in the driver’s seat. Fractionated lasers work in kind of a checkerboard pattern, targeting microscopic squares of damaged skin to reach about 30 percent of your skin’s surface in one session, leaving the remaining untreated skin to help heal the treated areas quickly. Downtime is usually minimal after the treatments with redness and sometimes mild swelling for a few days. These systems are considered safe for most skin types and may be used for the face, neck, chest, and hands. On average three to five sessions is the usual course per area; that is, face or neck or chest or hands. The discomfort is entirely manageable when you are topically numbed and you have a friendly doctor who uses blasts of Arctic air to frost your skin before the laser beam touches you. The end result is undoubtedly smoother texture, tighter pores, fewer or lighter brown spots, springier skin that looks and feels younger and healthier. Read more

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Should You Start A Medical Spa?

December 20, 2010

Almost everywhere, plastic surgeons and dermatologists are contemplating or involved in expanding inside the med spa market. Seduced by the business buzz around this very hot sensation, quite a few medical professionals view a medical spa as a way to boost their profit in addition to reduce the grind and countless complications of their daily practice. Many find out about growth reports, discover bright cutting edge technology in industry shows, follow competition showing up, and fear that they may be sliding behind changes. With pencil at hand they are prepared to sign rent agreements, loan paperwork and a lot of checks to be able to get caught up with a group of informed businessmen that know where serious action is. And the reality is that some people may be right. Skin clinics are the advancement of aesthetic medicine, and those that do not sign up for the revolution may watch from the sidelines as their fortune is decided. Read more

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IAPAM’s hCG Weight Loss Training Gives Physicians a Complete Solution

December 15, 2010

The IAPAM’s hCG Physician Weight Loss Program offers physicians all the tools and training they need to add hCG for Weight Loss to their practices. Now the IAPAM’s program includes NEW Weight Loss Clinic resources, including: waiting room and patient presentations and samples of proven hCG promotional publications.

Today, the IAPAM announced that it has enhanced its exclusive IAPAM hCG Training to include new practice resources, which physicians can customize for their weight loss clinics. Attendees of the IAPAM’s hCG Training program now receive 2 NEW comprehensive presentations to use in a weight management practice: the IAPAM’s hCG Patient Presentation and the IAPAM’s hCG Waiting Room Informational Overview. As patient education is critical to the long term success of clients on an hCG protocol, these new clinic resources will assist physicians in addressing patient questions and concerns regarding an hCG program.

The hCG and Weight Loss Patient Presentation can be customized by each physician for their practice. This presentation offers hCG patients an overview of hCG and the Exclusive IAPAM hCG Protocol: what it is, how it works, plateaus, phases, etc. This presentation allows physicians to concisely cover all aspects of the protocol with their patients - it is a significant time saver for physicians and their staff.

Equally, the IAPAM’s hCG Waiting Room Presentation is a unique tool that clinics can customize and present in their wait rooms. This presentation offers a wealth of information on hCG, the IAPAM hCG protocol, and weight management strategies. It also includes an overview of “worst foods” for weight management participants. The presentation is both informative and eye-opening to potential patients.

Finally, the IAPAM’s hCG Training program now includes enhanced marketing and advertising samples. Examples of proven promotional resources, such as “postcards” and print advertisements are showcased as part of the “Business of Weight Management” portion of the IAPAM’s hCG Training. Read more

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Most FDA Advisors Say Likely Benefits of Contrave Diet Drug Outweigh Its Cardiovascular Risks

December 8, 2010

A majority of members of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s Endocrinologic and Metabolic Drugs Advisory Committee believe the likely benefits of a new diet drug would outweigh its risks. The vote makes Contrave, a combination of naltrexone 4 mg and bupropion HCL 8 mg (Orexigen Therapeutics), the first agent for weight loss and weight-loss maintenance to get a majority “yes” vote from FDA advisors this year. If approved, it would be the first new diet drug on the US market in the past decade.

In all, 13 panel members voted “yes” to the question of whether the potential benefits of naltrexone/bupropion outweigh its potential risks if used long term, while seven voted “no.” In their statements, several experts who voted “yes” said that approvability would have to depend on assurances that a cardiovascular-outcomes study would go forward promptly.

Indeed, that was the first question the panel was asked to vote on, and the differences in the tally here speak to the panel’s misgivings about the lack of outcomes data: eight voted to recommend that a cardiovascular-outcomes study be conducted prior to drug approval, while 11 voted that such a study could happen postapproval. One panel member abstained. Read more

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Facial Procedures Top for Men Seeking Cosmetic Enhancement

December 8, 2010

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, facial cosmetic surgery and nonsurgical facial procedures are the most popular treatments for men. Denver facial plastic surgeons Dr. Andrew Wolfe and Dr. Steven Vath discuss why.

According to board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Andrew Wolfe and Dr. Steven Vath at the Center for Cosmetic Surgery (www.denverminifacelift.com), more men are choosing facial enhancements including BOTOX® Cosmetic and blepharoplasty in Denver. The trend they are seeing in their practice is in line with recent statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
“It is a common misconception that men are more body-focused when it comes to their appearance,” notes Dr. Vath. “But the statistics and our experience indicate otherwise. Men frequently choose procedures such as eyelid surgery or a facelift in Colorado at our practice, mirroring the national numbers.”

One reason for these statistics may be the real or perceived benefits of looking younger. Some studies indicate that men who appear younger fare better in the job market. Many men feel that maintaining a youthful appearance improves their confidence and gives them an edge in the workplace. “The fact is, we live in a very youth-oriented society,” observes Dr. Wolfe. “The face, typically more so than the body, reveals our age, and may affect others’ perception of us.” Quick, noninvasive solutions to correct the signs of aging may be appealing to men who want a natural result with no downtime. Read more

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Focus on Skin Care Packages and Gift Certificates for the Holidays

December 7, 2010

With the holiday season in full swing, this is the time for medical spas to pull out all the stops and focus on selling gift certificates or gift cards for the holidays. This is critical in order to keep your aesthetic practice busy through the traditionally slower months of January and February. As well, you should be creating great holiday skin care gift packages for both men and women. Try and make it easy for your clients; create a complete package of skin care products along with a holiday themed gift bag or box. Read more

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