Can RN's Administer Botox and Dermal Fillers in the State of Florida?

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Nurse versus surgeon injecting Botox

I have a practice in my office where I am the only one who administers Botox. While I have three nurses on staff they are there to take care of recovery room patients and help circulate during surgery. While many offices have nurses administer injections it is not my policy. I like to see every patient and properly evaluate them with the knowledge I have earned with thirty years in practice. While my nurses would be well versed in the procedure I believe that a surgeon or physician should... more

Michael Elam, MD

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Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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In the state of Florida, RN's cannot administer Botox or Dermal Fillers

In Florida, RN's cannot administer Botox or Dermal Fillers. Nurse Practitioners, and PA's can in Florida, under the supervision of a physician. In my practice, I administer all the Botox and fillers. I feel that the evaluation and recognition of early complications from filler is best done by a physician.

Steven F. Weiner, MD

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Pensacola Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Administration of botox, nurse or doctor

Each state has individual laws regarding who can administrate injections. Although nurses can do a fine job, the understanding of anatomy is crucial in being able to deliver the best treatment for mscle relaxation by botox. see video

Physician vs nurse injectors

In some states nurses may legally inject Botox and fillers. Even in states where that practice is allowed, the question is whether you would want the expertise of a physician who has studied the anatomy of the face and has detailed knowledge of where the muscles, nerves and boney structures are located and fully understands the risks of placing a product in the wrong location, or whether you want a nurse who will never have the level of training or expertise of a physician. Even among... more

Who can inject Botox and Fillers in Florida

Injection rules (or lack thereof in Nevada!) depend on the state you live in, and you can always consult the state's medical board for rules and regulations. However, in Florida, Botox can only be done by a Physician or a Nurse Practitioner / Physician's Assistant. A nurse (RN) is not allowed to inject Botox. However, you need to remember that Botox and fillers are a multibillion dollar business and there will always be less than legitimate providers or offices where they don't... more