Aesthetic Clinic Research Articles

Estudo de caso da gestão de estoque de uma clínica de estética

Este artigo apresenta um estudo de caso sobre a gestão de estoque de uma clínica de estética, no qual há uma má administração de reposição, afetando diretamente o cliente. Contudo, foi formulado um instrumento de pesquisa para o responsável da atividade de estoque na empresa, conforme o referencial teórico consultado, para obter informações que estejam causando essa falha na gestão. Entretanto, após a validação das respostas, é notável que existe uma falta de conhecimento sobre o processo de gerenciamento de estoque e importância nessa área. Foram apresentadas técnicas de administração para a resolução desse problema, e, também, melhorias na visualização de como isso é possível afetar a imagem da empresa.

‘Tis the season to be busy…

As Christmas fast approaches, aesthetic clinics begin to fill with patients seeking treatments to ensure they are looking their best over the holiday season. Corrine Hussain details how clinics can make the most out of their business, while also touching on the BACN's annual conference held last month

The Role of a Resident Aesthetic Clinic in Addressing the Trainee Autonomy Gap.

Our institution supports a chief resident aesthetic clinic with the goal of fostering autonomy and preparedness for independent practice in a safe environment. The aim of this study was to compare safety profiles and costs for common aesthetic procedures performed in our resident versus attending clinics. A retrospective review was conducted of all subjects presenting for aesthetic face, breast, and/or abdominal contouring surgery at our institution from 2008 to 2017. Two cohorts were identified: subjects undergoing surgery through the chief resident versus attending clinics. Aesthetic procedures queried included: (1) blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, or rhytidectomy; (2) augmentation mammaplasty, reduction mammaplasty, or mastopexy; (3) abdominoplasty; and (4) combination. Demographics, perioperative characteristics, costs, and postoperative complications were analyzed. In total, 262 and 238 subjects underwent aesthetic procedures in the resident and attending clinics, respectively. Subjects presenting to the residents were younger (P < 0.001), lower income (P < 0.001), and had fewer comorbidities (P < 0.001). Length of procedure differed between resident and attending cohorts at 181 and 152 minutes, respectively (P < 0.001), although hospital costs were not significantly increased. Total costs were higher in the attending cohort independent of aesthetic procedure (P < 0.001). Hospital readmissions (P < 0.05) and cosmetic revisions (P < 0.002) were more likely to occur in the attending physician cohort. Postoperative complications (P < 0.50) and reoperative rates (P < 0.39) were not significantly different. The resident aesthetic clinic provides a mechanism for increased autonomy and decision-making, while maintaining patient safety in commonly performed cosmetic procedures.

A helping hand in aesthetic challenges: professional practice and overcoming hurdles

It is no secret that running a private aesthetic clinic can be a lonely business. The BACN's Clare Amrani expands on the association's values and its mission to make aesthetic practice safer for all involved

STRATEGIC PLANNING OF INDONESIAN SKINCARE CLINICS

Business activity is one of the important activities within the company. The tendency of an effort to be superior to the competitors is the main target of all business units. We need strategic planning that can support the achievement of company goals. Good management of this business creates a high-profit business; therefore the business strategy development is needed. To determine and develop the strategy, SWOT analysis is needed. The unit of analysis of this research is Rafa health and beauty lifestyle aesthetic clinic in Bandung. The method used is qualitative descriptive by analyzing the business environment from internal and external aspects. The internal analysis uses McKinsey’s 7S and external analysis using Porter’s five forces. After that, the analysis technique uses the SWOT matrix with the EFAS and IFAS approaches. The results show that the Rafa aesthetic clinic is in Quadrant II, which is the right strategy implemented is a turn-around strategy (retrenchment) that is designed to strengthen the basic competencies of a unique organization.

Abstract 14: Improving Autonomy Without Sacrificing Safety—the Value of a Resident Aesthetic Clinic

BACKGROUND: For over 25 years, our institution has supported a chief resident aesthetic clinic with the goal to foster autonomy and preparedness for independent practice in a safe environment. The purpose of this study was to compare safety profiles for common aesthetic procedures performed in our resident versus attending clinics. METHODS: Patients (n=525) presenting for aesthetic breast or abdominal surgery at our institution from 2007–2017 were retrospectively reviewed. Two cohorts were identified: subjects undergoing surgery through the chief resident versus attending clinics. Aesthetic procedures queried included 1) augmentation mammoplasty, reduction mammoplasty, or mastopexy, 2) abdominoplasty, 3) combination of 1 and 2, and 4) face lift, blepharoplasty, or rhinoplasty. Demographics, perioperative characteristics, and postoperative complications were compared between cohorts. RESULTS: Two-hundred-and-sixty-two and 255 subjects underwent breast, abdominal-based, and face/eye aesthetic procedures in the resident and attending clinics, respectively. Subjects presenting to the resident clinic tended to be younger (43.4 vs. 51.4, p<0.001), less obese (26.2 vs. 27.4, p=0.02), lower median income ($65,000 vs. $75,000, p<0.001), and healthier with lower rates of diabetes (4.2% vs. 12.6%, p<0.001), COPD (0.4% vs. 3.1%, p=0.02), PVD (2.3% vs. 6.7%, p=0.02), hypertension (13.4% vs. 31.2%, p<0.001), and history of cancer (3.8% vs. 19.2%, p<0.001). Mean length of procedure significantly differed between resident and attending cohorts at 210 and 152 minutes, respectively (p<0.001). Postoperative complications were similar between cohorts (p=0.48). Reoperation (p<0.03) and readmission (p<0.02) rates were greater in the attending cohorts. CONCLUSION: The resident aesthetic clinic provides increases independence and decision-making, while maintaining patient safety in commonly performed breast, abdominal, face/eye procedures. Patients operated on in the resident clinic tended to be younger and healthier, highlighting the importance of careful patient selection to maximize both autonomy and safety.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for dermal ischemia after dermal filler injection with calcium hydroxylapatite: a case report

Dermal injection of fillers is a popular and relatively safe aesthetic procedure. Severe complications are rare, but they do occur. One of the most threatening complications after dermal filler injection is skin necrosis due to vascular occlusion. Different treatment options are available, including the use of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) therapy. A 46-year-old female received facial dermal filler injections with calcium hydroxylapatite at an aesthetic clinic. A few days after injection she developed a burning pain, numbness of the skin and white discoloration in the injected area. Two days after injection treatment was started with hyaluronidase and warm compresses. In addition, the patient received prednisolone, sildenafil and nifedipine. After the start of these treatments, the pain, numbness and discoloration of the skin persisted. Because of dermal ischemia and to improve healing she was referred for HBO2. Treatment consisted of 10 sessions of 100% oxygen for 90 minutes in a multiplace chamber at 2.5 atmospheres absolute pressure. During HBO2 the discoloration resolved, pain and numbness disappeared, and the tissue healed completely. After a six-month follow-up she had an excellent cosmetic outcome. Given the pathophysiologic mechanisms of vascular complications after dermal filler injection, HBO2 should be considered when treating these complications.

Are you franchise wise?

If you have always wanted to open your own aesthetic clinic, but are put off by today's uncertain economic times, then joining a franchise could well be the answer for you. In this article, Claire Hool draws on her own experiences in the industry and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of franchising in medical aesthetics

Establishing a miscrosclerotherapy practice: the questions you've never asked

In this article, nurse prescriber Emma Davies shares her expertise in establishing and growing a miscrosclerotherapy practice within a nurse-led aesthetic clinic

Setting up shop in the UK? Considerations before transferring or starting a business

The UK market is saturated with aesthetic clinics, so businesses need to demonstrate that they are doing something special if they are to stay afloat among the competition. Claire Hool, former Operations Manager for Centros Unico, explores what needs to be considered if you are to succeed in the UK by drawing on her own experience working for the company

A Systematic Review of Resident Aesthetic Clinic Outcomes.

Providing residents with comprehensive training in aesthetic surgery has proven challenging. Resident aesthetic clinics propose an educational value to trainees while providing successful patient outcomes. This study systematically reviewed the available literature regarding resident aesthetic clinic outcomes to determine the efficacy of the clinic in resident training, surgical results, and patient satisfaction. An electronic database search was performed to identify literature reporting on resident aesthetic clinics. Studies were excluded if the resident clinic was not aesthetic in nature, if only nonsurgical aesthetic procedures were performed, and if clinic outcomes were not evaluated. Study quality was assessed using the Newcastle Ottawa Scale for nonrandomized studies. Ten of 148 identified studies met inclusion criteria; 2 utilized a survey, 3 were retrospective cohort studies, and 5 were retrospective cohort studies also utilizing a survey. Clinic schedules, surgical case volume, and surgical procedures performed all varied. One study received a Newcastle Ottawa Scale score of 7 of a possible 9 stars, 2 studies received 5 stars, 5 studies received 4 stars, and 2 could not be assessed using the scoring system. Six studies analyzed surgical results as a primary outcome, reporting acceptable complication and revision rates. Four studies evaluated patient opinions of the clinics and reported overall high satisfaction rates. This systematic review suggests that resident aesthetic clinics enhance resident education while providing safe and successful surgical results to patients.

The Factors Making the Law Protection for the Patients of Esthetic Beauty Clinic in Indonesia not fulfilling Citizen's Constitutional Right

Considering Article 28 H of the fourth amendment to the Republic of Indonesia's 1945 Constitution, there is citizen's constitutional right, the right to health and to get healthcare service. Therefore, all healthcare services should fulfill right and obligation of service provider and patient, and medical service standard. Esthetic beauty clinic as a private health service should fulfill it compulsorily. This article studied the factors making the law protection for the patients of esthetic beauty clinic in Indonesia not fulfilling yet the citizen's constitutional right. This study was conducted on stakeholders of esthetic beauty clinic in five provinces in ten cities of Indonesia, using empirical qualitative method. The result of research showed that the factors the law protection for the patients of esthetic beauty clinic in Indonesia not fulfilling yet the citizen's constitutional right.

The Analysis on Dental and Oral Health Services Based on “Rater” Service Quality Dimension to Patient Satisfaction at Natural Esthetic Clinic Makassar

The growth of Clinic of Dental Health Service is currently increasing rapidly in the City of Makassar South Sulawesi Province. Quality is a dynamic condition associated with products, services, human resources, processes, and environments that meet or exceed expectations, where the relationship between products and services or services provided to consumers can meet their expectations and satisfaction. The purpose of this research is to analyze the dimension of service quality that consist of reliability, assurance, tangible, empathy, and responsiveness, fequently abbreviated as RATER, to patient's satisfaction level in Natural Esthetic Clinic (NEC) Makassar. This research is a survey of cross sectional study approach with the number of samples as many as 74 visiting patients. The result shows that the total value of patient satisfaction (gap) obtained in the analysis is-0.44 on the average and belongs to Medium category, It means that the quality of services in NEC Makassar is ordinary classified.and has not yet met patient's satisfaction. The result of statistical analysis shows that the dimensions of reliability (0.000) assurance (0.004), tangibel (0.001), and responsivenes (0.000) have significant effect on patient satisfaction, except emphaty (0.060) which does not give significant difference to influence patient satisfaction level. The possible advices are the need for increasing attention and communication; giving a high sense of care; and establishing a clinical management information system (CMIS) to provide efficient, effective, and accurate services.

Choose a simple act of kindness

Journal of Aesthetic NursingVol. 7, No. 8 EditorialChoose a simple act of kindnessCheryl BartonCheryl BartonSearch for more papers by this authorCheryl BartonPublished Online:1 Oct 2018https://doi.org/10.12968/joan.2018.7.8.409AboutSectionsView articleView Full TextPDF/EPUB ToolsAdd to favoritesDownload CitationsTrack CitationsPermissions ShareShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InEmail View article References Anti-Bullying Alliance. Anti-Bullying Week. 2018. https://tinyurl.com/yaumplbc (accessed 24 September 2018) Google ScholarDitch The Label. The annual bullying survey 2017. 2017. https://tinyurl.com/y8zuf6nr (accessed 24 September 2018) Google ScholarLewis W. Aesthetic clinic marketing in the digital age. Boca Raton (FL): CRC Press; 2018 Google Scholar FiguresReferencesRelatedDetails 2 October 2018Volume 7Issue 8ISSN (print): 2050-3717ISSN (online): 2052-2878 Metrics History Published online 1 October 2018 Published in print 2 October 2018 Information© MA Healthcare LimitedPDF download

A Critical Review of Botulinum Toxin Type A in the Prophylactic Treatment of Chronic Migraine in Adults.

Migraine is a severe, disabling condition, ranked by World Health Organization as the sixth highest cause of disability worldwide. It greatly affects patients' quality of life, functionality, and physical and mental health. The financial burden of migraine on the UK economy is conservatively estimated at £3.42 billion per year. The authors sought to perform an evidence-based literature review of the safety and efficacy of botulinum toxin type A (onaBoNTA) in the prophylactic treatment of adult patients suffering with chronic migraine (CM) compared to placebo. After the best evidence is identified, it will be utilized to formulate a protocol for doctors managing CM in their aesthetic clinic. A comprehensive search of the current literature on the topic was performed by H.M. using Pubmed MEDLINE electronic database on March 1, 2018. All articles up to and inclusive of this date were included. Articles were limited to human studies and those in the English language. In vitro and animal studies were excluded. A total of 260 articles were identified. Of these, the excellent-quality, high-strength (level 1A) trials were short-listed to answer the research question. There is high-quality, level 1A evidence to support onaBoNTA treatment in adults with CM is well tolerated and considered safe. However, it is associated with increased risk of adverse events and still some uncertainty exists associated with the degree onaBoNTA improves outcome measures compared to placebo. These data have been used to formulate The London Aesthetic Migraine Protocol (LAMP) to provide safe, evidence-based guidance for appropriately trained and experienced aesthetic practitioners to manage CM in their aesthetic clinics.

Attracting and retaining career-long clients: a 10-step plan for success

Having a database of loyal clients can be the best marketing tool for an aesthetic clinic, as those who are happy with their treatments will go on to recommend your practice to their friends and family. There are many ways in which staff can build long-lasting relationships with their customers, including investing time in listening to their concerns and setting realistic expectations. Chrissy Thomas offers her 10 top tips

How do you sell sun protection products to your clinic's patients?

Every sector caters to people with different needs, requiring business owners to know as much as possible about their target audience, and make a concerted effort to not only meet, but also exceed their expectations. Four aesthetic practitioners and clinic managers suggest some effective ways to educate patients on the importance of applying high-protection sunscreen on a daily basis

Why aesthetic practitioners must keep reporting misconduct to the authorities

Despite the vast number of articles and posts on online forums about regulations surrounding the promotion of aesthetic procedures, clinics and practitioners are still flouting the rules when it comes to advertising Botox. It is difficult to continue reporting those who are guilty of misconduct, but data from reporting activity are crucial for making a strong case for tighter regulation, says Amy Senior

How to Grow a Resident Aesthetic Clinic in an Academic Center

How to Grow a Resident Aesthetic Clinic in an Academic Center

Outcomes Analysis of Chief Cosmetic Clinic Over 13 Years.

Adequate resident training in aesthetic surgery has become increasingly important with rising demand. Chief resident aesthetic clinics allow hands on experience with an appropriate amount of autonomy. The purpose of this study was to compare resident cosmetic clinic outcomes to those reported in the literature. Furthermore, we sought to assess how effective these clinics can be in preparing residents in performing common aesthetic surgery procedures. A retrospective chart review of 326 patients and 714 aesthetic procedures in our chief cosmetic clinic over a 13-year period was performed, and complication and revision rates were recorded. In addition, an electronic survey was sent to 26 prior chief residents regarding their experience and impressions of the chief resident aesthetic clinic. A total of 713 procedures were performed on 326 patients. Patient ages ranged from 5 to 75 years old (mean, 40.8 years old) with a mean follow-up of 76.2 days. On average, there were 56 procedures performed per year. Of the 714 total procedures performed, there were 136 minor procedures and 578 major procedures. Of the 136 minor procedures, there were no complications and there was 1 revision of a cosmetic injection. Of the 578 major procedures, the overall complication rate was 6.1% and the revision rate was 12.8%. Complication and revision rates for each individual surgery were further analyzed and compared with the literature. The complication rates for these procedures fell within the reference ranges reported. In regards to the chief resident survey, there was a 77% response rate. All respondents reported that the chief resident clinic positively affected their residency education and future practice. Ninety percent of respondents felt "very comfortable" performing facelifts, body contouring, and aesthetic breast surgery. No respondents completed a subsequent cosmetic fellowship, and 60% stated that their positive experience in chief clinic contributed to their decision not to pursue a cosmetic fellowship. Chief resident clinics can provide results with acceptable complication and revision rates that fall within the acceptable ranges in the literature. In addition, it provides a valuable experience that leaves residents with high comfort levels in performing key procedures in aesthetic surgery.