The Illinois Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Nu U Medical Spas in the Chicago area. The issues presented are remarkably similar to many medical spas owned by non-physicians. This case should be a warning to many in the industry. The suit alleges that Nu U utilized deceptive marketing and that it is performing […]
Archive for July 2011
Illinois Sues Nu U Medical Spas..All Non-Physician Owned Medical Spas Should Read This
July 26, 2011When Can a Physician Use New Technology in Treatments
July 26, 2011I recently blogged about stem cell applications and it is prudent to discuss an issue that applies to any new medical technology and advancements. The question is: “when can I as a medical provider, introduce new technology, especially if it is not yet FDA cleared”? This is a very important question. The answer is difficult […]
Physician Delegation Principles in Medical Spas and Aesthetic Medicine
July 26, 2011It seems that my blogs regarding esthetician injectors of Botox® Cosmetic and dermal fillers such as Restylane® and Juvéderm® have become a contemptuous topic of conversation. I received a call from a cosmetic surgeon in Texas and this prompted me to further elaborate on the issue that I have presented. Accordingly, I wanted to elaborate. […]