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Next Level Practices

Brought to you by Influx Medical Marketing, Next Level Practices is the show where we discuss ideas, strategies, and tactics to help you take your medical practice to the next level. As one of the leading digital marketing agencies for plastic surgeons and private medical practices, we have up-to-date insight into the ever-changing world of digital marketing and online patient acquisition. On this show, you'll hear how we're evolving our approach to keep our clients ahead of the curve. You'll…

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E68. Why Most Practices Need Marketing Leadership with Josh Suchanek of Skytale Group

Max Baybak sits down with Josh Suchanek of Skytale Group for a conversation about one of the biggest challenges facing growing practices: marketing leadership. While many organizations have agencies, vendors, and internal coordinators helping execute marketing efforts, Josh explains why successful growth often depends on having someone responsible for aligning all of those moving pieces into a…

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E67. Talking AI, Marketing, and What's Next with Vahe Tirakyan of MD Logica

Live from The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Erica Crawford welcomes Vahe Tirakyan of MD Logica for an unscripted conversation about the technologies changing the way practices market, communicate, and connect with patients. What starts as a discussion about ChatGPT quickly expands into a broader exploration of AI search, social media, online reputation, patient education, and the future of…

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E66. From Systems of Record to Systems of Action with Dean Bakes of Riviera

Live from The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Max Baybak welcomes Dean Bakes, Co-Founder of Riviera, for a discussion about artificial intelligence, automation, and the future of practice operations. As healthcare businesses face increasing complexity, Dean shares his perspective on how AI can help practices move beyond traditional software tools and create more efficient systems for managing…

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E65. Turning Practice Data Into Action with Ben Wolber of Illume

Live from The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Max Baybak welcomes Ben Wolber, Founder and CEO of Illume, for a conversation about analytics, accountability, and operational excellence in aesthetic practices. As practices adopt more technology than ever before, Ben explains why visibility into business performance has become a critical competitive advantage. The discussion explores how practices can…

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E64. Why Patient Retention Is the Next Growth Frontier with Izhak Musli of Get Kudos AI

Live from The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Max Baybak welcomes Izhak Musli for a conversation about retention, loyalty, and the future of patient engagement. As the founder of Get Kudos AI and a veteran of the healthcare technology space, Izhak has spent years helping practices understand their data, optimize operations, and improve patient experiences. In this episode, he shares why retention…

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E63. Navigating the Future of GLP-1s and Wellness with Dr. Jonathan Kaplan

Live from The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Erica Crawford welcomes Dr. Jonathan Kaplan for a conversation about the technologies, treatments, and trends reshaping patient care. As both a practicing plastic surgeon and the founder of DrWell, Dr. Kaplan brings a unique perspective on the intersection of aesthetics, wellness, telehealth, and healthcare technology. Dr. Kaplan and Erica unpack the…

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E62. Building a Practice That Supports Your Life with Dr. Kouros Azar

Erica Crawford sits down with Dr. Kouros Azar, a Thousand Oaks plastic surgeon known for his expertise in facial rejuvenation, to discuss the intersection of specialization, innovation, and work-life balance. Together, they explore how intentional practice design can create better outcomes for both patients and providers. Dr. Azar shares how focusing on high-value procedures, prioritizing quality…

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E61. Why Marketing Principles Still Matter in the Age of AI with Spencer Lynch of Influx Marketing

Recorded live at The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Max Baybak sits down with Spencer Lynch, Lead Social Ads Manager at Influx Marketing, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of Meta advertising and what aesthetic practices need to understand to stay ahead. From recent algorithm changes to the growing role of AI-driven ad delivery, Spencer explains why successful marketing still comes down to…

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E60. Building a Practice Around Your Expertise with Dr. Carey Campbell

Recorded live at The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Erica Crawford sits down with facial plastic surgeon Dr. Carey Campbell to discuss her recent transition from a large practice in Memphis to a growing aesthetic-focused practice in Philadelphia. Together, they explore the professional and personal considerations behind making a major career move and what it means to build a practice centered…

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E59. Scaling Through Specialization with Dr. Ran Stark

Live from The Aesthetic Meet 2026 in Boston, Erica Crawford welcomes Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Ran Stark for a conversation on specialization, practice growth, and the evolving landscape of aesthetic medicine. Drawing from his own experience building a thriving practice, Dr. Stark explains how focusing on core strengths while strategically expanding through additional providers has created…

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