The aesthetics industry is entering 2026 with strong momentum. Client demand remains high, innovation continues at a rapid pace, and practices are expanding services to meet evolving expectations around personalization, prevention, and holistic care. For cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery, and med spa practices, 2026 represents a pivotal moment where clinical advancement, technology adoption, and business strategy intersect more closely than ever.

David Slazyk, Chief Information Officer & Chief Information Security Officer at Nextech, explains the real risks that small medical practices face in today’s cyber world.

Emerging technologies like embedded payments, patient photography, and artificial intelligence (AI) are shaking up the healthcare world — especially in dermatology. These tools can boost efficiency and improve patient care, but they also come with some big questions around compliance and privacy. So, how do you make sure you’re using these innovations to your advantage without stepping into a regulatory minefield? Let’s break it down.

Dr. Tommaso Addona and Jeanine DiGennaro from New York Plastic Surgical Group join Robin to share what sets their practice apart.

Looking back on the past year and gearing up for 2025, Robin and Tyler discuss the hottest trends shaping the aesthetics industry.

From the truth about Instagram follower counts vs. engagement to what you can and can’t say about GLP-1s in your ads, Erica Crawford joins the podcast to dismantle some of the most widely held beliefs in aesthetic practice marketing.

Katrina Whitehair, a former practice administrator turned aesthetic practice consultant, shares her essential strategies for creating value and making meaningful changes in a practice.

Exploring how fintech has transformed the patient experience over the last two decades, Robin and Ben Brideaux, SVP of Financial Services at Nextech, discuss the evolution of payment technology and the effects of integration into platforms like Nextech.