The Dangers of Unlicensed Illegal Med Spas: the Bea Amma story

Bea Amma shares her experience at an unlicensed medical spa in California where she received illegal and dangerous treatments. She was injected with a combination of B12 and deoxycholic acid, which is a fat dissolver, all over her body. After the injections, she experienced severe symptoms, including fever, nodules under her skin, and open flesh wounds. She was diagnosed with a mycobacterium infection and spent over three months in the hospital. The person who performed the injections was practicing medicine illegally and had no medical knowledge or qualifications. Despite media coverage and complaints to the authorities, no legal action has been taken against the person responsible. The conversation highlights the lack of enforcement in the aesthetics industry, leading to illegal and unsafe practices. It discusses the importance of having a medical director attached to a med spa and the need for proper credentials and qualifications for practitioners. The conversation also emphasizes the need for consumers to ask the right questions and do thorough research before undergoing any cosmetic procedures.   Beyond Skin Deep with Bea Check out the Medspa Mayhem website for more info Purchase Medspa Mayhem on Amazon   Takeaways Beware of dangerous medical treatments at unlicensed facilities. Research and ask questions about the qualifications and credentials of the person performing the treatments. Illegal and dangerous treatments can have severe and long-lasting consequences. Report any illegal medical practices to the appropriate authorities. Lack of insurance coverage can make it difficult to seek legal recourse in cases of medical malpractice. The aesthetics industry lacks proper regulation and enforcement, leading to illegal and unsafe practices. Having a medical director attached to a med spa is crucial for ensuring safety and proper practices. Consumers need to ask the right questions and do thorough research before undergoing any cosmetic procedures.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:04 Symptoms and Hospitalization 21:08 Investigation and Lack of Consequences 31:30 Legal Challenges and Lack of Insurance 35:10 Stricter Regulations and Enforcement: Protecting Consumers from Fraudulent Practices 38:52 The Issue of Cosmetic Surgeons Operating Without Proper Credentials 40:34 The Dangers of Unqualified Practitioners and Illegal Practices 43:55 The Consequences of Unregulated IV Drip Clinics 57:13 Living with the Consequences and Spreading Awareness 01:00:30 Closing Thoughts: Taking a Pause and Doing Research  Find or Get Your Medspa Certified: https://medspaboard.com/ Grab Your Copy of Medspa Mayhem the Book Today: HERELearn about The MedSpa Board — the national registry that verifies legally compliant, doctor-led med spas.Find a certified provider near you → MedspaBoard.comWant the anti-aging essentials I actually use: Download my FREE  Gift GuideFollower Instagram: instagram.com/drkatedeePlease leave us a review on Apple Podcast: HERE Catch full podcast episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKateDeeGLOW 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.Med Spa Confidential with Dr. Kate Dee exposes illegal practices, compliance failures, and patient safety risks inside the medical aesthetics industry. Consumers learn how to find licensed injectors, avoid counterfeit products, and make safer treatment decisions. Med spa owners and providers get real accountability, industry standards, and a pa...