The Longevity Shift in Medical Aesthetics

In this jam-packed episode of Medical Spa Insider, AmSpa founder Alex Thiersch sits down with three leading aesthetic and wellness innovators at the Medical Spa Show to explore the massive shift toward longevity medicine, functional health, and internal wellness. First, Dr. Johnny Franco opens up about his personal 100-pound weight loss journey using GLP-1 medications and how he is pioneering treatment protocols to address "aesthetic maturity issues" like skin laxity and volume loss in younger patients. Next, Dr. Sabrina Fabi dives into hormonal optimization, sharing the fascinating neurobiology behind oxytocin receptors, topical hormone wellness, and why looking good is directly linked to how we feel. Finally, Dr. Maxwell Jen shares his journey from emergency medicine to founding Umi Anti-Aging, explaining why he runs a completely filler-free practice and how he balances cutting-edge international treatments with strict US regulatory frameworks. 01:20 The GLP-1 Patient Journey & "Aesthetic Maturity" 04:46 Proactive Treatment Protocols 10:48 The Aesthetic/Longevity Merger 17:41 The Science of Topical Oxytocin 24:56 From Emergency Medicine to Foundational Health 34:56Navigating International Innovations & Regulatory Compliance