Inside Aesthetics Ep 163 Compliance & Regulations in Injectable Clinics | Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal
Episode 163 showcases our hosts Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal
On the back of our discussion with Jahan Kalantar (episode 160), we look at the numerous compliance issues within injectable clinics from an injector and business owners perspective. We discuss:
- The background to why compliance and regulations in Australia are so topical
- Who makes the rules
- Clinical notes for injectors
- Stock checks and receiving stock in clinic
- What to do when stock goes missing or is damaged
- Drug storage and fridge requirements
- The role of clinical audits in injectable clinic
- Room cleanliness
- The dynamic of sharing rooms between multiple injectors
- The problem with compounded drugs
- The issue with friends and family in the injecting room
- The role of 'Secret Shoppers'
00:00 Introduction 04:55 Why Regulation in Aesthetics Is Increasing 10:59 Understanding Your Legal and Professional Responsibilities 18:27 Common Compliance Risks in Everyday Practice 26:25 Importance of Accurate Clinical Notes and Documentation 33:29 When Audits Happen and What Inspectors Look For 41:37 Managing Stock, Drug Books and Inventory Control 48:53 Safe Storage, Fridge Monitoring and Expiry Checks 52:09 Handling Adverse Events and Patient Complaints 61:45 Why Clear Protocols Protect Clinics and Staff 68:49 Training Teams and Setting Operational Standards 76:38 Preventing Errors With Communication and Systems 80:09 Lessons From Real Clinic Incidents and Mistakes 86:34 Building a Culture of Safety and Accountability 90:43 Key Takeaways for Running a Compliant Clinic