Ep 115 Wellness, Mindfulness & How These Concepts Can Be Integrated into an Aesthetic Practice | Dr. Tapan Patel

Episode 115 hosts Dr Tapan Patel (Cosmetic physician based in London, UK)   Tapan specialises in all aspects of non-surgical aesthetic procedures and is a global KOL for Allergan Aesthetics. A year ago to the day of our recording, Tapan was diagnosed with COVID-19. The aftermath of this and his recovery led him on a personal journey to re-discover his health and wellness but also something even bigger. Not only did he get into the shape of his life but he then incorporated these new perspectives into aesthetic consultations with his patients. We ultimately pose some deeper questions about cosmetic medicine including: Have we only scratched the surface of our patients potential? Can wellness and aesthetics be combined into a new speciality known as lifestyle medicine? 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Meet Dr Tapan Patel and Background in Aesthetics   03:25 Life During Lockdowns and Changing Perspectives   07:03 Why Aesthetics Should Be More Medical and Holistic   10:59 Missed Opportunities in Treating Lifestyle Issues   13:31 Moving From Transactional Treatments to Whole Patient Care   18:27 Personal Experience With Severe COVID Illness   21:18 Recovery, Reflection and Psychological Impact   26:25 Gaining Weight and Losing Control During Lockdown   30:08 The Moment That Triggered Lifestyle Change   33:29 Shifting From Short Term Goals to Longevity Thinking   36:15 First Steps to Improving Health and Daily Routine   40:13 Why Walking and Step Counts Became the Game Changer   42:46 Tracking Progress With Technology and Accountability   47:06 Small Habit Changes That Create Big Results   52:09 Why Fad Diets Fail and Sustainable Habits Win   01:01:45 Identity Change and Long Term Behavior Change   01:08:49 Daily Routine, Discipline and Early Morning Habits   01:16:38 Mindfulness, Stress and Mental Clarity   01:20:09 Why Healthcare Professionals Often Neglect Their Own Health   01:24:30 Barriers to Healthy Living for Patients and Families   01:28:55 Practical Advice for Lifestyle Change in Real Life   01:32:40 Integrating Wellness Into Aesthetic Practice and Final Takeaways ALL IA LINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION