A New Era of Beauty: Advanced Treatments and Personalized Care with Shelia Anderson
March 22, 2024
Shelia Anderson, RN, MSN, CANS, a native of North Carolina, began her aesthetic career in Seattle, WA. With a background in critical care nursing, there is always the search for cause and effect, analysis of the situation and a constant thirst for knowledge. Working with plastic surgeons enabled Shelia to understand facial anatomy and the aging process to which she is able to apply her aesthetic talents. Her work with dermatologists is key to her understanding of skin, lasers and energy devices.
In 1996, when Shelia transitioned from critical care to the plastic surgery arena, there was no formal education or programs for transition into the aesthetic market. By the year 2002, after the approval of Botox for cosmetic use and the first FDA approved hyaluronic acid filler, Shelia began to train colleagues who were interested in aesthetics.
Shelia is a licensed registered nurse (RN) in her residential state of Washington, but is also licensed in North Carolina, Colorado, California, Hawaii and Nevada. She was one of the first nurses in the US to complete the Certification for Aesthetic Nursing Specialist (CANS) exam by the Plastic Surgical Nursing Certification Board (PSNCB).
Shelia is passionate about education for herself and others. She is one of the original trainers for Allergan and currently serves as a trainer for the Allergan Medical Institute (AMI).
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- Shelia Anderson's journey into aesthetics from being an intensive care nurse to becoming an injector
- Popular treatments like Botox Cosmetic and fillers, and their benefits
- Emerging treatments like Temple filler and platysmal bands treatment
- Shelia's approach to patient education and individualized treatment plans
- The difference between medical spa treatments and traditional cosmetic surgery
- Common misconceptions about aesthetic treatments and the importance of understanding the root cause
- Shelia's passion for education and training in the aesthetics industry
- The future of aesthetics and potential advancements in non-invasive procedures
- Tips for choosing the right aesthetic provider
In this episode…
Emphasized the growing popularity of non-invasive procedures in the aesthetics industry. These procedures offer patients the opportunity to achieve desired results without the need for surgical intervention. Non-invasive treatments such as neuromodulators like Botox Cosmetic and fillers are becoming increasingly sought after for their ability to provide subtle enhancements and rejuvenation without the risks and downtime associated with surgery.
The emergence of innovative treatments that are revolutionizing the field of aesthetics. Shelia mentioned the potential development of injectables that could rejuvenate the skin by addressing DNA damage and reversing the effects of aging. This innovative approach hints at a future where advanced technologies and treatments will be able to target specific concerns at a cellular level, offering more effective and personalized solutions for individuals seeking aesthetic enhancements.
In this episode of Beauty Talk, host Daniel Gouw interviews Shelia Anderson, a medical practitioner specializing in aesthetics. Shelia shares her journey from being an intensive care nurse in the 90s to becoming an injector in the field of aesthetics, highlighting her passion for helping patients identify stressors in their lives. She also discusses her teaching role with Allergan Medical Institute and Titan Education, dividing her time between Lewisville Laser & Aesthetics in North Carolina and Keys Med Spa in Florida. Tune in to learn more about Shelia's unique career path in the world of health and beauty.
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