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Med Spa Method

by Dr. Leslie Schweitzer, DNP, CRNA, APNP

Welcome to Med Spa Method, I’m Dr. Leslie Schweitzer—Doctor of Nursing Practice, CRNA, and APNP, and the owner and founder of Lush Aesthetic Bar, now rebranded as Real Aesthetics and Wellness.I’ve spent my career in healthcare at the highest level—caring for patients in critical settings, practicing as a nurse anesthetist, and building a med spa rooted in integrity, safety, and real results. This podcast was created to bring that same level of clinical insight and honesty into the aesthetics world.Med Spa Method is here to help you choose providers and treatments wisely. Because in an industry that isn’t always regulated or transparent, who you trust—and what you choose—matters. We’ll break down treatments, trends, and protocols so you can feel confident, informed, and empowered in your decisions.This is where medical expertise meets aesthetics—with intention, education, and a standard that puts your safety and results first.

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Episodes

  1. Shedding Light on Hair Growth

    In this episode of Med Spa Method, we’re getting to the root of hair growth—how hair naturally grows, what can slow it down, and what may actually help support healthier, fuller hair. We’ll talk about hormones, stress, nutrition, rapid weight loss, supplements, minoxidil, PRP/PRF, and why...

  2. RF Microneedling 101: Tighten, Smooth & Rebuild

    In this episode, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about radiofrequency microneedling—what it is, how it works, and why it’s one of my favorite treatments for improving skin texture, firmness, fine lines, scars, and overall skin quality. We’ll talk about how RF takes traditional...

  3. My Aesthetic Top 5: Where to Splurge

    There’s a lot you can spend money on in aesthetics—but what’s actually worth it? In this episode of Med Spa Method, I’m jumping on the “5 Things Worth Your Money” trend and sharing the five aesthetic investments I personally believe deliver the most value: medical-grade skincare, neurotoxin…

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  4. August Afterglow Facial with Melinda

    Welcome back to the Med Spa Method! Today I’m sitting down with our head esthetician, Melinda, for a little skincare talk. We’re breaking down our August featured facial—what’s in it, who it’s perfect for, and why this time of year is such a good time to give your skin a little extra attention...

  5. What I Wish Aesthetics Patients Knew...

    What do injectors, aestheticians, and medical providers wish every patient understood before booking a treatment? In this episode, Leslie shares the honest conversations that happen behind the scenes—from why skincare is more important than Botox to why healing takes time, filler isn't permanent,...

  6. Hit Refresh: The Power of IPL

    Welcome back to The Med Spa Method! Today we're diving into one of the most underrated treatments in aesthetics—IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light. If you've ever looked in the mirror and wondered why your skin looks dull, why those brown spots seem to multiply every summer, or why redness never quite...

  7. What happens when I stop my GLP-1 medication

    Have you ever wondered what happens when you stop a GLP-1 medication? Will the weight come back? Will your appetite return? Do you have to stay on these medications forever? The truth is, the medication is only part of the story. What you do while you're taking it is what determines your…

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  8. Turning Back the Clock: Regret with Renee Olson PT, MBA, NIFTC

    **Welcome back to The Med Spa Method.** When people hear the phrase *"turn back the clock,"* they usually think about wrinkles, fine lines, or looking younger. And while that's certainly part of what we do in aesthetics, today I want to talk about something much deeper. What if turning back the...

  9. From Consultation to Confidence:A years worth of treatments

    What does an aesthetic journey really look like? In this episode of The Med Spa Method, I walk you through what happens from the very first consultation all the way through a full year of treatments and maintenance. We talk about setting realistic goals, creating a personalized treatment plan…

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  10. Most Underrated Treatments in Aesthetics

    Welcome back to The Med Spa Method. I'm your host, Dr. Leslie Schweitzer, DNP, CRNA, APNP, owner of Lush Aesthetics & Wellness. Today, we're talking about four of the most underrated treatments in aesthetics. While everyone seems focused on Botox, filler, and the latest social media trend, some…

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  11. SkinPen Microneedling

    Welcome back to Med Spa Method — I’m Dr. Leslie Schweitzer, DNP, CRNA, APNP, owner of Lush Aesthetic & Wellness. Today we’re talking about one of my all-time favorite treatments: SkinPen microneedling. This treatment holds a special place in my heart because it was actually the very first device…

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  12. Foods your body secretly hates....

    Welcome back to Med Spa Method! Today we’re talking about “The Foods Your Body Secretly Hates” — our Food Analyzer test at Lush Aesthetics & Wellness. This test looks at your body’s response to 286 food antigens across 13 food groups to help uncover foods that may be contributing to inflammation,...

  13. Girl Talk in the Med Spa

    This week on Med Spa Method, Leslie and Gretta are catching up after Gretta’s vacation—sharing stories from an unforgettable Animal Kingdom catamaran boat trip, favorite travel moments, and a fun girls’ chat about the SPF products that made the cut (and the ones that didn’t). Real conversation,...

  14. Radiesse: My desert island filler

    This week on Med Spa Method, Dr. Leslie Schweitzer breaks down why Radiesse is one of her favorite injectable tools for creating natural structure, lift, and long-term collagen stimulation. From jawlines, chins, and pre-jowl correction to hyperdilute treatments for the neck, chest, and hands, she...

  15. SkinCare: Build a routine that works

    This week's topic is skin care routines. Lets dive into what you actually need in a skincare routine! Lets talk about what actually works, and how to build a results-driven regime using products and ingredients worth your investment. I'm going to highlight the heavy hitters in skincare, vitamin…

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  16. Erbium Laser 101: From Texture to Transformation

    In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most powerful—and often misunderstood—treatments in aesthetics: erbium laser resurfacing. If you’ve ever wondered how to truly improve skin texture, reverse sun damage, soften fine lines, or get that “no makeup” skin… this is the treatment you need…

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  17. Lets Tox About It

    Welcome back to Med Spa Method! Today I’m diving into one of the most talked-about treatments in aesthetics—neurotoxins. If you’ve ever heard terms like Botox, Jeuveau, Daxxify, or Letybo and thought… wait, are these all the same thing? This episode is for you. This is really your intro guide.…

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  18. Tik Tok Trends

    In this episode of Med Spa Method, we’re breaking down the TikTok beauty trends that are taking over—and what’s actually safe, effective, and worth your time. From DIY Botox and at-home microneedling to skin flooding, IPL devices, and over-the-counter chemical peels, these trends promise big...

  19. Tixel Talk! All about Tixel treatments

    Welcome back to Med Spa Method! Today’s episode is a fun one because we’re getting into a treatment that’s been getting a lot of buzz lately—Tixel. I’m joined by the amazing Dr. Shamiah Dekker, DNP, CRNA, APNP, and we’re recording right from her medical spa. We’re diving into everything you...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Med Spa Method, I’m Dr. Leslie Schweitzer—Doctor of Nursing Practice, CRNA, and APNP, and the owner and founder of Lush Aesthetic Bar, now rebranded as Real Aesthetics and Wellness.I’ve spent my career in healthcare at the highest level—caring for patients in critical settings, practicing as a nurse anesthetist, and building a med spa rooted in integrity, safety, and real results. This podcast was created to bring that same level of clinical insight and honesty into the aesthetics world.Med Spa Method is here to help you choose providers and treatments wisely. Because in an industry that isn’t always regulated or transparent, who you trust—and what you choose—matters. We’ll break down treatments, trends, and protocols so you can feel confident, informed, and empowered in your decisions.This is where medical expertise meets aesthetics—with intention, education, and a standard that puts your safety and results first.

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Dr. Leslie Schweitzer, DNP, CRNA, APNP

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What is Med Spa Method about?

Welcome to Med Spa Method, I’m Dr. Leslie Schweitzer—Doctor of Nursing Practice, CRNA, and APNP, and the owner and founder of Lush Aesthetic Bar, now rebranded as Real Aesthetics and Wellness.I’ve spent my career in healthcare at the highest level—caring for patients in critical settings,...

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Med Spa Method is created and hosted by Dr. Leslie Schweitzer, DNP, CRNA, APNP.
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