Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast | Episode 60

In this episode of Fill Me In, hosts Jon and Nicole sit down with InjectorBunny Erika Barry for an unfiltered look at clinical mastery, aesthetic entrepreneurship, and career longevity.

Erika breaks down what really goes into selling practices to Private Equity (PE), preparing a realistic 5-to-10-year exit strategy, and navigating the operational grind of Q4. We dig into high-level injection protocols and complication management, including treating the high-risk neck area, dissolving a stubborn Hyperdilute Radiesse nodule, periorbital rejuvenation with Redensity, and identifying lower-face filler migration. Plus, Erika shares raw advice on shutting down industry gossip, escaping device debt, and why keeping your ego in check is essential for protecting your patients and your license.

🚨 DISCLAIMER 🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended strictly for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes and does not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. The views expressed by the hosts and guests are their personal clinical opinions and experiences, not formalized practice protocols.

For Patients & General Listeners:

This content is not a substitute for professional medical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified, licensed healthcare provider regarding any aesthetic procedure or medical condition.

For Licensed Healthcare Professionals:

Discussion of clinical techniques, anatomical approaches, products, or off-label uses is provided for dialogue and idea-sharing only and does not constitute clinical training, credentialing, or instruction. Practicing clinicians are solely responsible for exercising their own independent clinical judgment, adhering to their jurisdictional scope of practice, securing proper informed consent, and verifying manufacturer guidelines.

Limitation of Liability:

The hosts, guests, and producers expressly disclaim any and all liability, loss, or risk—direct, indirect, or consequential—incurred as a result of the use, application, or misuse of any information, technique, or product discussed herein. Any practitioner who adopts or adapts techniques mentioned does so at their own risk.



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#AestheticMedicine #MedicalAesthetics #Biostimulators #Sculptra #DermalFillers #PracticeOwner #InjectorTips #Botox #Juvederm #HyaluronicAcid #MoxieEMR #PracticeGrowth #FillMeInPodcast #AestheticNurse #PhysicianAssistant

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While Nicole and Jon are on a break, enjoy this Refill of Fill Me In: Episode #43.

Jon and Nicole dive deep into the world of aesthetics for clients 50 and older. We discuss the unique challenges and considerations when treating aged tissue, volume loss, and skin laxity that comes with environmental exposure and hormonal changes.

Whether you're an injector or a patient, we cover:

➡️Why the consultation is different for this demographic.

➡️The importance of honesty and empathy in setting realistic expectations.

➡️Why treating the skin integrity first is non-negotiable (lasers, biostimulators, microneedling).

➡️Avoiding common pitfalls, like injecting neurotoxins too low.

➡️Crucial health screenings: dental work and vaccines.

Plus, Jon's candid thoughts on new trends and misinformation in the industry!

***DISCLAIMER***

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the off-label use of any medical product without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.

Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.

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Moxie combines clinical-grade software with expert-led strategy and hands-on support so you can scale your aesthetic practice without compromising clinical standards, patient care, or business ambitions.

Go to joinmoxie.com/fillmein to book a complimentary strategy session with the Moxie team today!

Welcome back to Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast with Jon LeSuer and Nicole Bauer! In this episode, we are breaking down the seismic shifts happening in medical aesthetics as we transition from summer to fall.

Gone are the days of chasing viral TikTok filter trends, exaggerated lips, and isolated "one syringe" quick fixes. Today's patients are looking for undetectable, natural enhancements, full facial balancing, and honest, expert-driven guidance. Whether you are a newer injector trying to conquer imposter syndrome, or a seasoned provider looking to refine your product choices (from Voluma and RHA 4 to Radiesse and hyperdilute neck protocols), this episode is packed with clinical gold.

In this episode, we dive into:

Why "one syringe" treatments are officially out and full facial balancing assessments are in.

How to master the consultation: Moving past the fear of being "salesy" and stepping into your role as the expert.

Product choice breakdowns: When to pull for Voluma, RHA 4, and Radiesse for jawlines, cheeks, and marionettes.

The reality of lymphatic load and why recurrent HA filler in the cheeks can cause puffiness over time.

Advanced fall skin rejuvenation protocols: Combining BBL, Moxie, chemical peels, and topical PDGF for wound healing and hyperpigmentation.

🚨**DISCLAIMER**🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the use of any medical product, procedure, or treatment without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.

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https://exhibitmedicalaesthetics.com/

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https://toxandpout.com/


Producer of Fill Me In: Joe Ginexi


#AestheticMedicine #MedicalAesthetics #Biostimulators #Sculptra #DermalFillers #PracticeOwner #InjectorTips #Botox #Juvederm #HyaluronicAcid #MoxieEMR #PracticeGrowth #FillMeInPodcast #AestheticNurse #PhysicianAssistant

Join Moxie!

Moxie combines clinical-grade software with expert-led strategy and hands-on support so you can scale your aesthetic practice without compromising clinical standards, patient care, or business ambitions.

Go to joinmoxie.com/fillmein to book a complimentary strategy session with the Moxie team today!

In this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast, hosts Jon LeSuer and Nicole Bauer pull back the curtain on the "Wild West" of the aesthetics field. They break down the real clinical differences between high social media follower counts and true clinical competence, react to Hannah Berner’s viral Masseter Dysport complication, and explain the anatomy of the risorius muscle and why precision dosing matters.

Jon and Nicole also dive deep into the truth behind 2-day weekend injector certification courses, what genuine baseline training and mentorship look like (from cadaver labs to 6-month residencies), medical aesthetics practice oversight, medical director laws across states like NY and NJ, and why live-injection industry conferences like Aesthetic Extender Symposium are essential for career growth. Whether you are a patient looking to safely vet your aesthetic provider or an injector navigating modern aesthetic medicine, this episode delivers unfiltered, clinically backed advice.


🚨**DISCLAIMER**🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the use of any medical product, procedure, or treatment without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Inside the "Wild West" of Aesthetic Medicine
02:02 Does a High Follower Count Mean a Clinically Safe Injector?
05:22 Aesthetics Practice Red Flags
08:00 Informed Consent & Hidden Safety Protocols Behind the Needle
09:40 The Truth About Weekend Injector "Certification" Courses
14:50 Med Spa Medical Directors: Oversight, Protocols & State Scope of Practice
17:44 Hannah Berner’s Viral Masseter Complication: Risorius Anatomy & Botox vs. Dysport
22:00 Managing Adverse Events: Why Complications Happen to Every Experienced Injector
23:50 Why Injectors Must Credential Themselves on Social Media
27:09 Industry Regulations vs. Off-Label Aesthetic Treatments
30:54 Live Injections & Podium Chemistry at Aesthetic Extender Symposium
35:38 What Comprehensive Aesthetic Training Actually Looks Like


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Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi


#AestheticMedicine #MedicalAesthetics #Biostimulators #Sculptra #DermalFillers #PracticeOwner #InjectorTips #Botox #Juvederm #HyaluronicAcid #MoxieEMR #PracticeGrowth #FillMeInPodcast #AestheticNurse #PhysicianAssistant

Join Moxie!

Moxie combines clinical-grade software with expert-led strategy and hands-on support so you can scale your aesthetic practice without compromising clinical standards, patient care, or business ambitions.

Go to joinmoxie.com/fillmein to book a complimentary strategy session with the Moxie team today!

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Are biostimulators like Sculptra and hyperdilute Radiesse really replacing dermal fillers? In this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast, Jon and Nicole break down the massive shift in patient trends, debunk popular social media myths about filler face, and explain why combining HA fillers with biostimulators is the ultimate key to natural facial harmonization.

Jon and Nicole also share a major announcement regarding their new partnership with Moxie, revealing how modern practice management, SEO, and integrated EMR systems are transforming clinic operations in medical aesthetics. Plus: insights on navigating summer slowdowns, patient financing with Alle Pay, and avoiding black-market aesthetic traps.

🚨**DISCLAIMER**🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the use of any medical product, procedure, or treatment without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.

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https://exhibitmedicalaesthetics.com/

Follow Jon on Instagram:

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https://toxandpout.com/

Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi

#AestheticMedicine #MedicalAesthetics #Biostimulators #Sculptra #DermalFillers #PracticeOwner #InjectorTips #Botox #Juvederm #HyaluronicAcid #MoxieEMR #PracticeGrowth #FillMeInPodcast #AestheticNurse #PhysicianAssistant

Join Moxie!

Moxie combines clinical-grade software with expert-led strategy and hands-on support so you can scale your aesthetic practice without compromising clinical standards, patient care, or business ambitions.

Go to joinmoxie.com/fillmein to book a complimentary strategy session with the Moxie team today!

Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast | Episode 56

Welcome back to Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast! In this special live episode recorded on-site at Modern Beauty Con, hosts Jon LeSuer and Nicole Bauer sit down with master injector, Allergan trainer, and functional medicine pioneer Jenna Hilton, PA-C.

As the medical aesthetics industry shifts rapidly toward cellular biology and systemic wellness, Jenna drops massive insights on how to achieve superior dermal filler and neuromodulator outcomes by starting from the inside out. If you are an injector looking to scale your practice, set yourself apart in a saturated market, or blend longevity medicine with aesthetic treatments, this episode is your blueprint.

✨ In this episode, we dive into:

How hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and gut health directly impact skin healing and anti-aging results.

The physical signs of cellular inflammation Jenna looks for during a patient assessment (including teeth, bite, and red gums).

Why she will intentionally withhold filler treatments from patients with high alcohol intake or poor lifestyle factors.

Essential business advice for year-two injectors looking to discover their niche and build unbreakable patient trust.

Practical strategies for implementing functional wellness and hormone evaluation into a 30-minute aesthetic consultation.

🚨**DISCLAIMER**🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the use of any medical product, procedure, or treatment without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.


Connect with Jenna Hilton, PA-C:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennahealthybalancepa/?hl=en

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jennahilton?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=join_link

All of Jenna's links: https://www.cultaesthetics.com/bios/jenna/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnikhaKFJU9nLAVnMDuG8pst1LWfQEV9vhCpuNcDSzQJJh3ZTkRPgH0cGQnro_aem_K4ID5wWq1ZDTtliv4LE2NA


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Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast | Ep. 55

Welcome back to another unfiltered, laugh-out-loud episode of Fill Me In, live from Modern Beauty Con! In this episode, hosts Jon and Nicole sit down with the legendary Julie Kaplan—a 27-year industry pioneer, master clinical anatomy educator, and the genius creator behind the famous "Head and Breakfast" cadaver workshops.

Julie brings her unmatched clinical expertise, tackling the most urgent conversations shifting the aesthetic medicine landscape today. We pull back the curtain on the alarming rise of black-market counterfeit products on social media and outline exactly how patients can spot red flags before stepping into a medical spa.

Julie shares her signature clinical pearls on advanced regenerative aesthetics, breaking down her precise depth strategies for injecting Sculptra and Hyperdilute Radiesse to avoid the platysma muscle and prevent nodules. You'll learn her exact protocol for managing difficult nodules with 5-FU, how she safely stacks Skinvive via cannula, and why the future of aesthetic medicine relies on 3D ultrasound anatomy visualization on stage and in the clinic.

Beyond the syringes, Julie drops massive practice management gold on how to hire exclusively to your core values, the art of building genuine patient lifetime value through emotional connection, and why staying authentic to yourself is the ultimate key to professional longevity.

Connect with Julie Bass Kaplan:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jubilant.julie/

Head and Breakfast Cadaver Experience: https://www.instagram.com/jubilant.head.and.breakfast/

Website: https://jubilantjulie.com/


🚨**DISCLAIMER**🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the use of any medical product, procedure, or treatment without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.
Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.


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Exhibit Medical Aesthetics website:
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Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi

Join Moxie!

Moxie combines clinical-grade software with expert-led strategy and hands-on support so you can scale your aesthetic practice without compromising clinical standards, patient care, or business ambitions.

Go to joinmoxie.com/fillmein to book a complimentary strategy session with the Moxie team today!

Welcome back to another special live episode of the Fill Me In Podcast, recorded straight from the floor at Modern Beauty Con! In this episode, hosts Jon and Nicole sit down with 26-year aesthetics industry pioneer Leslie Fletcher, NP-BC—founder of the InjectAbility Clinic and the InjectAbility Institute.

Leslie pulls back the curtain on the most disruptive, trending, and controversial topics facing aesthetic injectors today. We dive deep into the legalities and clinical techniques surrounding Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (PDGF), discussing how to transition therapeutic data into cosmetic results safely via cannula, mitigate adverse events, and navigate the "politics" of regenerative aesthetics.

Leslie also shares her clinical breakthroughs with advanced neurotoxins, including her signature Microtox® technique for skin tightening and melasma improvement. Plus, we explore the crucial business systems that keep a high-volume medical spa thriving—from leveraging Medical Assistants to boost hourly revenue by thousands, to implementing a flawless "Image Review Session" protocol using 3D clinical photography.

Whether you are a new injector looking to build an authentic internal brand on social media or a seasoned practice owner getting your medical protocols in order, this episode is packed with clinical gold and practice management secrets you cannot afford to miss.

Connect with Leslie Fletcher:

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lesliefletcher_np/

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/injectabilitybeauty/

InjectAbility Clinic | https://www.injectabilityclinic.com/

InjectAbility Institute | https://www.injectabilityinstitute.com/

Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/cw/injectability?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

LinkTree | https://linktr.ee/injectability?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

🚨**DISCLAIMER**🚨

The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the use of any medical product, procedure, or treatment without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.

Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.

Follow Fill Me In on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/thefillmeinpod/

Follow Nicole on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/aestheticnursenicole/

Nicole's Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/aestheticnursenicole?utm_source=search

Exhibit Medical Aesthetics website:

https://exhibitmedicalaesthetics.com/

Follow Jon on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/injectorjon/

Jon's Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/Injectorjon?utm_source=search

Tox and Pout Aesthetics website:

https://toxandpout.com/

Producer of Fill Me In: Joey Ginexi