Regulations governing the use of lasers vary among states, and even where they are present, enforcement is lacking. Patients put their trust in the practitioner that they will be treated with a duty of care. However, with a wide range of practitioners performing cosmetic medicine...
The paper, “A Consensus on Minimizing the Risk of Hyaluronic Acid Embolic Vision Loss and Suggestions for Immediate Bedside Management”, published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal (official publication of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery), has just received the prestigious accolade of ‘Best International Paper...
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"When choosing an injector or cosmetic doctor, experience and qualifications of the practitioner, along with licensing of the clinic should be focused on to ensure both safety and great results. You can also check if they are a member of an industry board, such as...
The College is pleased to announce that some of our Victorian members have finally had the opportunity to participate in Part 2 of the CPCA Injectables, EBD & Cosmeceuticals exam, which was delayed due to Victoria’s major lock-down period. It is no doubt rewarding for...
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia (CPCA) is lobbying for national laser regulations after growing reports of misuse among unqualified therapists resulting in patient disfiguration. President of CPCA Dr Michael Molton says he has witnessed several injuries caused by devices which aren’t limited to ‘just...
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia (CPCA) recognises that uniform, national laser regulation, and enforcement of these regulations, is well overdue. As an advocate for patient safety, the CPCA are concerned by the frequent unregulated laser use in Australia. You can learn more about this initiative...
The Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA) has long been an avid advocate for patient safety, especially with regards to unregulated laser use in Australia. For many years, the CPCA has been lobbying industry bodies about this very subject with the aim that uniform, national...
Victorian Stage 4 Business Restrictions 18th August 2020 The following advice is from the Victorian Health Complaints Commissioner: The Victorian Government has implemented restrictions to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Pursuant to these restrictions certain business must not trade. On 5 August 2020, the State Government introduced Stage...
Incorporating the Introduction of Stage 4 (Greater Melbourne) & Stage 3 Restrictions (rest of Victoria) Applicable midnight 5th August 2020 As of midnight Wednesday 5th August, Victorian Premier Andrews has announced certain mandatory workplace changes including closures or the requirement to work off-site as well as increased...