Botox Training with the IAPAM can help Physicians Boost Profits

As the demand for minimally-invasive treatments continues to rise, specifically the demand for Botox and other cosmetic injectables, physicians who are expertly trained through accredited multi-day training programs like the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine’s (IAPAM’s) Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, can capture the lion’s share of this growing market and greatly benefit their bottom lines.

As reported by the IAPAM and other aesthetic medicine associations, there were 11 million cosmetic minimally-invasive procedures performed in 2009, an increase of 1% over 2008, and an astounding increase of 99% over the course of the first decade of this millennium. Surgical procedures declined by 20% over this same 9 year period. Office-based cosmetic procedures were up 6%, and the top non-invasive modalities were reported to be: botulinum toxin type A, soft tissue fillers, chemical peels, medical microdermabrasion, and laser hair removal. Equally, Allergan reported a 36% surge in profit for the second quarter 2010. This profit was partially due to higher sales of Botox. In fact, Botox sales were up 7% over last year.

The IAPAM confirms this trend, noting that each of their Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums has sold out in the first half of 2010, and their September event is expected to sell out any day.  Furthermore, while Botox training is still very popular, more and more physicians are also appreciating that the key to a successful and profitable aesthetic practice is not just offering Botox Cosmetic treatments, but also other skin rejuvenation procedures including: chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and IPL skin rejuvenation.   Read more

Botox Treatments Staying Strong Despite Economy

It’s interesting to read the most recent dermatology and plastic surgery statistics, where they all show Botox injections being in decline, but Allergan reported a 36% surge in profit for the second quarter. This profit was partially due to higher sales of  Botox. In fact Botox sales were up 7% over last year. The IAPAM confirms this trend with each of their aesthetic medicine symposiums selling out for the first half of 2010, and the September event is expected to sell out any day.

When unemployment is high, competition for jobs is also high, with many people wanting a more youthful look. The most economical way to do this is with non-invasive aesthetic treatments like Botox, Chemical Peels, and microdermabrasion. These treatments in combination give both men and women a youthful, rejuvenated look for typically under $900. Read more

Statistics Confirm that Botox Training Spells Success for Capturing Minimally-Invasive Market

The International Association for Physicians In Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) offers the industry’s leading hCG for weight loss, aesthetic medicine and Botox training for physicians. The IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium offers the most comprehensive clinical and business training for doctors looking to add minimally-invasive procedures to a healthcare business.  The IAPAM’s training focuses on combining the top-5 non-invasive procedures in order to create a successful aesthetic practice. 

RealSelf’s Consumer Cosmetic Treatment Survey, conducted by Harris Interactive, reported that, “if money were not an issue,”  69% of adults would seek out minimally invasive procedures.  This was an increase over 2009 reports, by 14%.  Of the treatments that adults would entertain, teeth whitening was at the top of the list (48%), followed by hair removal (27%), cellulite treatments (14%), vein treatments (13%), dermal filler procedures (12%), laser skin treatments (9%), chemical peels and botox (7%).

Equally, the most recent ASPS Statistics show a similarly “good-news” story for minimally invasive treatments. The ASPS reports that there were 11 million cosmetic minimally-invasive procedures performed in 2009, an increase of 1% over 2008, and an astounding increase of 99% over the course of the first decade of this millennium. Surgical procedures declined by 20% over this same 9 year period. Office-based cosmetic procedures were up 6%, and the top non-invasive modalities were reported to be: botulinum toxin type A, soft tissue fillers, chemical peels, medical microdermabrasion, and laser hair removal.

Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the IAPAM, concurs with the findings of the aforementioned reports.  “We are hearing from our members that minimally invasive procedures like cosmetic injectables, medically supervised hCG weight loss as well as microdermabrasion and chemical peels are in tremendous demand by patients, and we are seeing a correlating increase in the demand for our training.  Read more

Botox Sales Increase 7%

Allergan, Inc. (NYSE:AGN) on Monday reported a 36% surge in profit for the second quarter, boosted by higher sales of its anti-wrinkle treatment Botox. During the latest quarter, sales of anti-wrinkle treatment Botox increased 7% from the prior-year quarter to $360.5 million. “The demand for our Botox training at the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium and Botox/Filler Bootcamp have never been higher,” says IAPAM executive-director, Jeff Russell. “In fact, every symposium we had for the first half of 2010 has sold out, with our members seeing a rise in the number of patients they are seeing for Botox Cosmetic treatments.”

The IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium provides a forum for physicians to immerse themselves in training on the top 5 minimally invasive procedures. Leading the faculty is a team of renowned cosmetic dermatologists who cover aesthetic patient consultations, facial anatomy & musculature, product preparation, pain management, procedural protocols, post treatment issues and continuing practice support.  Unlike other programs, the Botox Training is done in a clean, multi-million dollar medical facility, not a hotel room chair.  The IAPAM has also added a day focused on how to add hCG and Medically Supervised Weight Loss to a medical practice or medspa.  Indeed, doctors who have completed the IAPAM’s Weight Loss, Aesthetic Medicine Symposium and/or Aesthetic Practice Business Start-Up training certainly have a competitive advantage.

About the  International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), dentists (DDSs/DMDs) doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs),  physicians assistants (PA’s) and nurse practitioners (NP’s).  Information about the association can be accessed through IAPAM’s website at http://www.IAPAM.com or by contacting:

International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 x704
info@theiapam.com

IAPAM Informational Websites:

Aesthetic Medicine Symposium: http://www.AestheticMedicineSymposium.com
IAPAM  Botox/Dermal Filler Bootcamp: http://www.iapam.com/botoxtraining.html
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/IAPAM 
Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/IAPAM

Allergan’s Botox Migraine FDA Review Extended 3 Months

IAPAM News: Aug. 2 (Bloomberg) — Allergan Inc. said U.S. regulators extended by three months a review of its top product, the wrinkle-smoother Botox, for a new use as a migraine treatment. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration asked for information on safety monitoring of Botox as a migraine treatment and requested doctor training, the Irvine, California-based company said in a statement. Allergan said it gave that information to the FDA, without specifying a decision date. Read more

IAPAM Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training - Sept 18-19, 2010

Presented by the IAPAM, the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium is designed by physicians for physicians who are looking to add aesthetics or medical weight management to their existing practice, open a medical spa, or work as a medical director. This is the only aesthetic medicine conference program available that combines the business and clinical aspects of incorporating aesthetic medicine procedures into your practice, along with one year unlimited practice support. Read more

Botox Dermal Filler Training- August 14-15, 2010

Event Date: August 14-15, 2010

Event Location: Toronto, Canada

Presented by the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) presents the Botox Dermal Filler Bootcamp will give you two days of the most intensive hands-on cosmetic injectable training available in North America.

This intensive 2 day Botox and Dermal Filler training program will cover injecting all 10 areas of the upper and lower face. The program will include advanced Botox injection techniques and dermal filler injection techniques. This program is designed for physicians with some Botox injection experience. If you do not have any cosmetic injection experience, you should first attend the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium. Read more

The Secret to a Profitable Aesthetic Practice or Medical Spa

As the Executive-Director of the IAPAM (International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine) I receive many calls and emails from physicians looking at entering the aesthetic medicine industry.  The most common request is for Botox training, many believe by only offering Botox, they will be on their way to vast riches.  The reality is that you certainly need to offer Botox treatments (it has been the number one non/minimally invasive cosmetic procedure for years), but it is highly commoditized. Which means, you don’t make much money! Read more

IAPAM Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training - Oct 23-24, 2010

Presented by theIAPAM, the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium is designed by physicians for physicians who are looking to add aesthetics to their existing practice, open a medical spa, or work as a medical director. This is the only aesthetic medicine conference program available that combines the business and clinical aspects of incorporating aesthetic medicine procedures into your practice, along with one year unlimited practice support. Read more

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