Practical tips to deliver cosmetic consultations for different ages & skin types

In this latest podcast, Dr Helena Rosengren provides her practical advice on how to deliver a cosmetic consultation and tailor your considerations for different skin concerns and age groups.

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, we talk about delivering cosmetic consultations with Dr Helena Rosengren, an experienced Skin Cancer and Cosmetic Medicine Physician based in Townsville.

In the podcast, Dr Rosengren discusses:

• The process of a cosmetic consultation and how it differs from a regular medical consultation.
• Specific skin concerns that are more common in certain age groups and how she addresses these concerns.
• How she communicates with patients during a cosmetic consultation to ensure their expectations are aligned with the treatment plan.
• Challenges you might encounter when dealing with patients who have specific skin concerns, such as acne or rosacea.
• Advice for doctors starting out in cosmetic medicine in regards to developing consultation skills.
• How to approach the issue of patient safety during a cosmetic consultation, and what steps you can take to ensure the patient is a good candidate for the treatment.
• Examples of particularly challenging cosmetic consultations she has dealt with and how she addressed the patient’s concerns.
• How to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in cosmetic medicine, and how to incorporate this knowledge into your consultations.