Needles & Nonsense

Elevate Medical Spa

Unfiltered conversations about aesthetics, beauty, and life behind the treatment room — from the team at Elevate Medical Spa. Honest. Insightful. A little nonsense included.

Episódios

  1. -6 dias

    Episode 4: Medical Director Dr. Akash Chandawarkar on Plastic Surgery, AI, & What Patients Need to Know

    What does a medical director actually do at a medical spa—and why should every patient care? In this episode of Needles & Nonsense, Tristan and Erin sit down with Dr. Akash Chandawarkar, Harvard-educated board-certified plastic surgeon at Mirror Plastic Surgery and Medical Director of Elevate Medical Spa, to discuss the aesthetic world from his unique perspective. Dr. Chandawarkar shares his journey into plastic surgery, why he transitioned from hospital medicine to aesthetics, and how reconstructive surgery shaped his philosophy of helping patients look and feel like the best version of themselves. The conversation also explores what patients should look for when choosing a provider, how to navigate the overwhelming amount of aesthetic misinformation on social media, and why understanding a patient's goals is one of the most important parts of any consultation. You'll also hear their thoughts on: -How AI may improve the patient experience without replacing human care-The impact of private equity on the aesthetics industry-Managing complications and prioritizing patient safety-Common misconceptions about Botox, fillers, and aesthetic treatments -The future of regenerative aesthetics and emerging technology Whether you're researching cosmetic injectables, considering plastic surgery, or simply interested in the future of aesthetic medicine, this episode offers expert insight into how safe, ethical, and patient-centered care should look.

  2. 18/05

    Episode 2: Injector April + Tristan Talk PDGF, TikTok, Career, Aesthetic Hot Takes

    In this episode of Needles & Nonsense, Tristan is joined by fellow injector April for a candid, educational, and entertaining conversation that blends real industry insight with unfiltered hot takes. April shares her career journey from bedside nursing into aesthetics, explaining what drew her to the specialty and how her clinical background shaped the way she practices today. April also shares her journey to growing a loyal following on TikTok and how social media became a powerful tool for education, visibility, and credibility in aesthetics. Together, they discuss what it really takes to build trust online in a medical field that’s often misunderstood. A major topic in this episode is PDGF and the growing controversy surrounding it in the aesthetic space. April and Tristan unpack what PDGF and their thoughts on the platelet derived growth factors in the aesthetic space.  The episode features their aesthetic “ins and outs,” including why chasing every flaw can backfire, why symmetry should be the priority, and a breakdown of how cheek filler can easily go wrong in the wrong hands. Equal parts educational and entertaining, this episode gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the professionalism, strategy, and philosophy behind modern aesthetic practice. Follow Needles & Nonsense: https://www.instagram.com/needlesandnonsense.pod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@needlesandnonsense.pod Follow April on social media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/april_fogg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_aprilfogg Follow Tristan on social media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/injector_tristan/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@injector_tristan Learn more or book at Elevate Medical Spa: https://www.elevatetpa.com/

Sobre

Unfiltered conversations about aesthetics, beauty, and life behind the treatment room — from the team at Elevate Medical Spa. Honest. Insightful. A little nonsense included.

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