What happens when an emergency order becomes the foundation of an entire business and then suddenly disappears?

New Jersey has reverted to pre-COVID regulations, ending temporary pandemic-era rules that allowed nurse practitioners to operate independently. As a result, many med spas opened over the last six years are now scrambling to secure collaborating physicians or shut down within 30 days.

Dr. Kate Dee breaks down what happened, why it matters, and what it means if you're getting treatments in states with similar regulations.

Chapters:
01:07 - Why New Jersey changed the rules back
02:17 - How COVID laws reshaped med spas
03:30 - The risk of building on temporary permission
04:25 - Florida as the warning example
06:00 - When emergency orders expire and reality hits
09:30 - Why physician oversight exists at all
12:18 - Training gaps and where things go wrong
15:25 - Why aesthetics should be held to a higher standard
17:10 - What consumers and owners must check now

This issue reaches far beyond New Jersey. Dr. Dee connects the dots between emergency orders, compounded GLP-1 medications, and the broader question of nurse practitioner independence. She explains the training gaps, regulatory turf wars, and real-world risks that emerge when businesses cut costs by replacing physicians with mid-level providers in high-risk settings.

Whether you're a patient trying to confirm your injector is operating legally or a provider navigating state-by-state regulatory chaos, this episode explains how to verify licenses, recognize red flags, and understand what “scope of practice” actually means in today’s shifting landscape.

Press play and learn how to protect yourself in a system that's constantly shifting.

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What if looking like a swollen pumpkin for three days meant better skin for the next year?

Host Dr. Kate Dee takes you behind the scenes of her own RF microneedling and laser resurfacing treatment, showing you exactly what happens from the moment numbing cream goes on to the final recovery stages.

No filters, no editing out the swelling, just the real experience. You'll see how powerful topical anesthetics work, what the procedure actually feels like, and why some medspas can't legally offer the same level of numbing that makes this treatment tolerable.

Chapters:
01:15 – Why Real Numbing Protocols Can Matter More Than the Device
04:00 – What RF Microneedling and Laser Actually Feel Like
06:00 – Swelling Redness and the First 24 Hours After Treatment
08:10 – Real Costs What This Treatment Actually Runs
11:10 – Choosing the Right Device and Avoiding Fat Loss Risks
15:40 – Who This Is Safe For and the Questions You Must Ask Before Booking

Dr. Dee breaks down the difference between insulated and uninsulated needles, explains why not all RF microneedling devices are created equal, and shares the exact protocols that prevent complications like fat loss and scarring.

You’ll understand what questions to ask before booking RF microneedling anywhere. You'll learn how to spot red flags in pricing, why proper licensing matters for this procedure, and what realistic results look like over time. Dr. Dee also covers maintenance schedules, cost ranges in major cities, and why some patients end up with hyperpigmentation while others don't.

Stay until the end to hear the three essential questions you must ask any provider before letting them perform this treatment on your skin. Dr. Dee explains exactly what answers should make you walk away and what responses signal you've found a safe, qualified practice.

Press play and learn how to make smarter, safer decisions about RF microneedling.

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Learn about The MedSpa Board — the national registry that verifies legally compliant, doctor-led med spas.

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What happens when state investigators walk into over 200 med spas?

Host Dr. Kate Dee walks you through the shocking results of New York's investigation, where inspectors found cosmetologists injecting mystery substances and estheticians causing dangerous MRSA infections.

Now dermatology groups and lawmakers want to crack down hard, but their solution might accidentally target the good med spas along with the bad ones.

Chapters:
02:30 - When Nurses Cross the Legal Line
03:30 - How the Med Spa Industry Exploded to 20,000 Locations
03:47 - Unknown Injections and Fake Botox Exposed
07:30 - Dermatologists Push for New Laws After the Findings
10:30 - Why Not All Medical Spas Are the Same
12:30 - The Real Difference Between Legal and Illegal Med Spas
15:00 - How Even Doctors Can Operate Out of Compliance
18:30 - Why Over Half of Med Spas May Still Be Illegal
19:10 - What Changes Are Coming and Who Will Survive
20:30 - How Certification Protects Patients and Ethical Providers

Illegal practices aren't just happening in sketchy salons. Dr. Dee explains why even some board-certified doctors end up on the wrong side of the law, what makes a nurse-owned med spa legally risky, and how to spot the difference between a real medical practice and a business that's just pretending to be one.

If you're trying to find a safe place for your treatments or you own a med spa and want to stay ahead of what's coming, this episode gives you what you need to know. You'll walk away understanding how the best med spas can not only survive this but actually thrive.

Press play and Learn how to protect yourself by knowing the real difference between licensed medical care and unlicensed aesthetic services.

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Learn about The MedSpa Board — the national registry that verifies legally compliant, doctor-led med spas.

Find a certified provider near you → MedspaBoard.com

Please leave us a review on Apple Podcast: HERE

Catch full podcast episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKateDee

GLOW Medspa - Seattle, WA: https://glowspaseattle.com/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before any aesthetic procedure.

Some episodes include anonymous or secondhand accounts; while accuracy is a priority, these stories represent individual experiences. Verify credenti...