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Profiles In Aesthetics
Behind every flawless before-and-after photo is a professional who’s questioned if they even belong in aesthetics.
Maybe you’ve had the same thoughts, wondering if you’re the only one struggling, if you’ll ever feel truly confident with a syringe in your hand, or if everyone else has it all figured out.
That’s why Profiles in Aesthetics, hosted by Lonny Green, MD, was created. This isn’t another surface-level aesthetics podcast. Every episode delivers real, unfiltered conversations with top injectors, medical spa owners, and other aesthetic professionals who’ve faced, and overcome—the same challenges you’re navigating. While every story is unique and every journey different, they all share one thing in common: the people you admire today once felt uncertain, unclear, and a little bit scared, just like you.
On this one-of-a-kind podcast, guests open up, go deep, and share their struggles—along with how they overcame them.
What We’ll Cover in Future Episodes:
- Injector education for every career stage, from new nurses to advanced practitioners
- How to stand out in a crowded aesthetics market without chasing every trend
- Navigating patient concerns about looking “overdone”
- Creating a sustainable med spa business model that supports your lifestyle
- Staying ahead of aesthetic industry trends without falling for the hype
This Is for You If:
- You’re a nurse injector, PA, NP, MD, cosmetic doctor, dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or medical aesthetician looking to grow
- You own or manage a med spa and want proven business, marketing, and leadership strategies
- You want mentorship that’s practical, real, and not tied to selling a product or course
- You believe in integrity, artistry, and creating results that help patients feel confident
Whether you’re just starting your career in aesthetics or have years of injecting behind you, this podcast provides the mindset shifts, tactical strategies, and real-world encouragement to take your work—and your business—to the next level.
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Hosted by:
Lonny Green, MD – injector, educator, and advocate for real, unfiltered conversations in aesthetics.
Profiles In Aesthetics
Shakira – Owning Growth, Grit & Grace in Aesthetic Medicine
What happens when grit meets grace in the world of medical aesthetics?
In this episode of :Profiles in Aesthetics", host Lonny Green, MD (@ninjainjector) sits down with the inspiring Shakira Cabrera, MPAS, PA-C, a seasoned injector, educator, and founder of Jules Medspa in Texas. With raw honesty and hard-won wisdom, Shakira opens up about the very real challenges behind the curated Instagram feed: burnout, comparison, doubt, and the daily pressure to be both “polished” and perfect in the aesthetic industry.
Whether you’re an injector just starting out or a seasoned provider looking for new motivation, Shakira’s story is a powerful reminder that you can rewrite your path, build your confidence, and lead with integrity—even when it feels like the industry expects you to be someone else.
From injector burnout and social media authenticity to motherhood, mentorship, and growing your med spa business without sacrificing your soul, this episode offers a refreshingly unfiltered perspective on what success in aesthetics *really* looks like.
Timestamps
- [05:40] The moment Shakira almost left aesthetics for good, and what pulled her back in when everything felt like it was falling apart.
- [13:25] Why burnout wasn’t the end of her career, it was the beginning of finding her true identity as a provider.
- [18:55] The truth behind the pressure to look perfect online, and why she tells injectors to “post the damn thing anyway.”
- [24:10] A patient transformation that deeply moved her, and revealed the emotional depth of what injections really offer.
- [29:35] Why mentorship matters more than ever, and how a single conversation helped her shift her entire career trajectory.
- [35:00] How becoming a mother made her a more grounded, empathetic injector, and the leadership lessons it taught her.
- [41:50] Her most powerful advice for injectors battling self-doubt, slow growth, and feeling like they’re not “enough.”
Topics Covered
- Botox, fillers, and facial balancing with purpose and safety
- How to recover from injector burnout and fall back in love with your craft
- Real talk on social media: showing up without the pressure to be perfect
- Motherhood and aesthetic medicine: navigating both with grace
- The role of mentorship in building a long-term, ethical career
- Injecting with empathy: how patient trust transforms your results
- Why growth in this industry is not linear—and that’s okay
- Empowering solo providers and new injectors through community and truth
Guest Shakira Cabrera, MPAS, PA-C
Shakira is a certified a seasoned injector, educator, and founder of Jules Medspa in Texas. Known for her honesty, passion for education, and commitment to supporting new injectors, Shakira brings a fresh voice to an industry that often feels filtered.
Follow Shakira:
📸 Instagram: @lipsdontlieshakira
🎵 TikTok: @lipsdontlieshakira
Hosted by: Dr. Lonny Green (@ninjainjector)
Stanford-educated, Harvard-trained physician, injector, and mentor.
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🎧 Subscribe & Follow
Don’t miss an episode, follow Profiles in Aesthetics on your favorite podcast platform and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest insights.
📱 Connect With Us on Instagram
Follow @ninjainjector and @profilesinaesthetics for behind-the-scenes content, guest previews, and aesthetic industry updates.
💬 Join the Conversation
We want to hear from you! Send your questions, topic requests, or guest suggestions via Instagram DMs or email info@ninjainjector.com.
Hosted by: Lonny Green, MD – injector, educator, and advocate for real, unfiltered conversations in aesthetics.