Can a PA own Medical Spa providing non-surgical services laser, dermal fillers, etc without MD?

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like dermal fillers, Botox, hair laser and fat removal therapies in New York without an MD on board

Brian K. Machida, MD, FACS · Answer

If you are the PA trying to get a med spa started, you will have to get an MD to work with you.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

lexmonay.  In NY state Anyone can own a Medical Spa, however administration of Botox and fillers and other invasive or non-invasive procedures by a PA must be supervised by an MD, who must be present on site when procedures are performed.  Better and safer to have your Botox or fillers performed by a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Good luck!

Richard W. Westreich, MD · Answer

Every state has different laws regulating who can provide oversite for a medical spa. It is possible that a PA may be able to oversee these treatments. In NY, a PA must have a physician providing oversite, so it is unlikely that they can be the sole person giving oversite to a medical spa.

Gordon Andan, MD · Answer

The ownership of the spa in New York is secondary to the presence and supervision of a physician when injections are being administered. Double check the licensure requirements of the state if you are considering going into any business venture of this nature. Best of luck to you.

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

Although regulations re medspas vary from state to state nowhere is a PA allowed to practice any type of medicine without a physician present

Can a PA own Medical Spa providing non-surgical services laser, dermal fillers, etc without MD?

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Answer: In New York, injections require supervision of a licensed physician.

Answer: In New York, injections require supervision of a licensed physician.

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Can a PA own Medical Spa providing non-surgical services laser, dermal fillers, etc without MD?

Answers (8)

Answer: In New York, injections require supervision of a licensed physician.

Answer: In New York, injections require supervision of a licensed physician.

Answer: PA and procedures

Answer: PA and procedures

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