Red Flags with Elissa is a podcast dedicated to exploring the intricate world of medical spa law. Each episode features expert insights and practical advice for medical spa owners, healthcare professionals, and entrepreneurs in the aesthetic industry.
Who Makes Decisions for You If You Can’t? Planning for Incapacity and Emergencies
In this episode of Red Flags with Elissa, Elissa Brewster explains why incapacity planning is just as important as traditional estate planning. She breaks down the role of medical and financial powers of attorney, what happens if no documents are in place, and how families can avoid painful court battles. Elissa also shares practical advice on guardianship, protecting loved ones with special needs, and choosing the right person to make critical decisions when you cannot.
1 Dec 2025
Introduction to Estate Planning: Why Every Family Needs a Legal Blueprint
In this episode, Elissa Brewster introduces estate planning and explains why it’s essential for every family, not just the wealthy. She breaks down common misconceptions, highlights the risks of leaving assets unplanned, and shares how trusts, wills, and smart preparation can protect your loved ones from stress, conflict, and unnecessary legal battles.
3 Nov 2025
Medical Directors in Med Spas: Legal Must-Knows for Owners and Providers
Medical directors play a pivotal role in the safe and compliant operation of med spas, but what does the law actually require, and where are the risks? In this episode, Attorney Elissa Brewster breaks down the essentials every med spa owner, provider, and physician should understand about medical directorships. From qualifications and contracts to liability protections and red flags, Elissa shares practical, no-nonsense legal guidance to help protect both the business and its professionals.
6 Oct 2025
Legal Landmines: What Happens When You Don’t Set Up Your Med Spa Correctly
In this Episode of Red Flags with Elissa Brewster, attorney Elissa Brewster explores the critical legal risks medical spa owners face when their businesses are not properly structured. From the misconception that having a medical director is enough, to the dangers of unqualified individuals performing medical procedures, Elissa breaks down the most common mistakes med spa owners make.
She also explains the civil and criminal consequences of noncompliance, how state boards investigate, and why every med spa must work with a knowledgeable health care attorney. Whether you’re starting a new med spa or already operating one, this episode highlights the legal red flags you cannot afford to ignore.
11 Sept 2025
LLC or PC? Legal Structures and Smart Starts for Med Spa Owners
In this informative episode, host Zofia Morales and managing attorney Elissa Brewster discuss the crucial legal considerations for starting and operating a med spa. The conversation covers various business structures (LLC vs. PC), foundational documents, common mistakes, and essential first steps for aspiring med spa owners.
11 Aug 2025
Entrepreneurship Meets Law: Legal Essentials for Wellness & Aesthetic Business Owners
In this enlightening episode, host Zofia Morales and managing attorney Elissa Brewster discuss crucial legal considerations for medical spa operations. The conversation covers regulatory compliance, ownership structures, common legal pitfalls, and the importance of specialized healthcare legal counsel in the med spa industry.
14 Jul 2025
Travel Nursing Unlocked: Legal Insights for Success
In this informative episode, host Sophia Morales and legal expert Elissa Brewster discuss crucial legal considerations for travel nursing agencies. The conversation covers essential topics including agency ownership, liability protection, multi-state compliance, and key steps for starting a successful travel nursing business.
17 Jun 2025
Behind the Medical Spa Numbers: How Physician Ownership Shapes the Revenue Game
Healthcare attorney Elissa Brewster and host Zofia Morales explore physician ownership regulations and revenue models for Texas medical spas, clarifying legal requirements for physician-non-physician partnerships in this interview.
19 May 2025
Unlocking the Power of MSOs: The Secret to Thriving Medical Spas
Attorney Elissa Brewster elucidates Medical Service Organizations' pivotal function in medical spas, clarifying their structure, dispelling misconceptions, and highlighting legal risks, in an interview with Abigail Vaca.
15 May 2025
The Legal Beauty of Medical Spas: Elissa Brewster's Expert Insights
Attorney Elissa Brewster informs Abigail Vaca about the legal landscape surrounding medical spas, highlighting key compliance issues and business structures in this interview.
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