Innovations, Regulations, and Leadership with Sheila Barbarino

In this episode, Alex sits down with Sheila Barbarino, MD, FAAO, FAACS, FACS to talk about the fast-moving world of aesthetic medicine and what’s coming next. They discuss how international travel and research are helping shape new treatment options, from emerging fillers to the next generation of neurotoxins. The conversation dives into practical medical-legal safety advice, including how small daily habits can protect both patients and practices. Finally, the episode highlights the expanding leadership of women in medical aesthetics and why that shift matters for the industry’s future.

00:30 Aesthetics as a global industry 01:34 The intersection of medical safety and legal safety 05:06 How FDA regulation can create an innovation gap 16:45 Innovative new treatments and techniques for holistic treatment 23:15 The leadership role of women in aesthetics