Medical Aesthetics Training

October 15, 2021

Cosmetic medicine is seemingly changing every day at a rapid place. From new skin treatments to new tools to use for hair removal or body sculpting, advances in medical aesthetics moves at a lightning fast pace. Combining the knowledge of medicine with intricate precision surgery has lead to the burgeoning field of medical aesthetics.

Medical aestheticians are specialists who are hired by cosmetic clinics, med spas, and are usually involved in procedures involving the repair and rejuvenation of skin.

But what exactly does medical aesthetics involve? If you are looking to either undergo a procedure or wanted to part of a cosmetic medicine team, there are certain procedures in this field you should be made aware. In the remainder of this post, we’ll take a closer look at medical aesthetics and the medical aesthetic training programs associated with becoming a medical aesthetician.

When is Medical Aesthetics Applicable?

A medical aesthetician is usually called upon to deliver treatment when it comes to managing a patient who has suffered skin burns, who have had surgery for sin cancer and need scars removed, or those who have endured some form of trauma or disease that has impacted the appearance of skin. These examples are where a medical aesthetician can be used in the medical world, working in hospitals and/or alongside dermatologists.

Medical aestheticians are also sought after by patients who are looking to improve the appearance of the skin and/or body. Medical aestheticians treat these patients through a variety of procedures that rejuvenate the skin, remove tattoos, removal of unwanted body hair, and can sculpt the body through non-invasive methods. These are examples of a medical aesthetician working in a cosmetic practice or med spa.

Examples of Medical Aesthetic Procedures

Medical aesthetics involves a number of different, specialized, procedures. These procedures are popular among patients both in the medical and cosmetic industries thanks to their non-invasive nature and minimal recovery time (as opposed to traditional plastic surgery).

Here a few of the most commonly employed medical aesthetic procedures:

Botox Injections: Used to manage/reduce the appearance of wrinkles and is a popular de-aging solution
Sclerotherapy: Commonly used to treat unsightly thread veins on skin’s surface
Chemical Peels: Peels off the superficial layer of skin, revealing healthier looking skin underneath
Dermal Fillers: Used to fill areas of the skin that need evening out or rejuvenation
Laser Hair Removal: Targets unwanted body hair by burning the hair follicle and preventing regrowth

Medical Aesthetic Training to Perform These Procedures

In order for an aesthetician to be licensed to perform and offer the above listed treatments, they must pass state certified medical aesthetician training courses. These course, at least in the state of Arizona, consist of a didatic portion and a hands-on proficiency portion.

Only a certified medical aesthetic training school in Arizona can offer these courses that provide certification. Med-Surg Academy, located in Scottsdale, Arizona, is one such academy. These courses are tailored to aestheticians, cosmetologists, and even current healthcare professionals (such as Registered Nurses), who are looking to offer advanced skin care treatments for their patients as well as increase their own earning potential. Click here to learn more about our medical aesthetician training courses in Arizona.