By Cathi Kennedy-Campbell – Azul Office Manager Everyone has those areas of stubborn fat that, no matter what diet we’re on or what exercise we do, we just can’t get rid of them. One of the more annoying places is underneath the arms. Commonly known as “batwings” (catchy, huh?), they can be incredibly frustrating to … Read More »
Understanding the different cycles of acne is important in treatment, and in achieving beautiful clear skin again at any age. At Azul, we find that, most of the time, our patients aren’t sure why breakouts are occurring! Acne can be different throughout your life, and may require different approaches to treatment. For instance, teens can … Read More »
By Lisa Gorman-Medical Esthetician What’s all the buzz about mineral makeup? Perhaps you’ve seen it on the Home Shopping Network, or heard some of the celebrity gossip columnists talk about mineral makeup as being the stars’ secret to escape the scrutiny of high-definition TV that shows every little blemish, wrinkle and scar. Today our kids … Read More »
I have the privilege and honor of talking with a lot of patients who come to me from all different walks of life. Moms, grandmas, great grandmas, dads, newly single grandads — meeting new people and understanding their stories is one of my most favorite parts of being a surgeon. Sometimes my patients come to their … Read More »
Here at Azul, our team of experts has a combined total of more than 160 years of experience in the medical field. So how do we manage to stay looking so young and fabulous? We know all the best anti-aging tips and treatments, of course… and we’re excited to share them with you! Here are … Read More »
The summer heat is here in Southwest Florida, and you’ve taken good care of your skin all winter season… right? Well, even if you haven’t always been diligent about the moisturizer or SPF, Azul medical spa offers a wide range of services that can get you ready for another season of sunshine. Whether you want … Read More »
Every week at Azul, we see patients who are looking for ways to get the facial appearance they want: firmer and fuller in the right places, slimmer and more contoured in others. Usually they expect us to urge them toward surgery – which isn’t too surprising, since Dr. Patrick Flaharty is one of America’s leading … Read More »
Usually the last word you think of as summer approaches is “cold.” But cold is actually the secret to getting ready for another summer season – one where you can relax and enjoy yourself at the beach, instead of feeling self-conscious about your areas of stubborn fat that just will not go away, no matter … Read More »
With swimsuit season approaching, you may be reluctant to get out to the beach, because you’re self-conscious about your visible scars, or the “rippling” that stretch marks have made on your skin. We see a lot of patients who’ve been trying for years to get rid of their stretch marks. They’ve tried creams, lotions, home … Read More »
Performing facial surgery is more than just a vocation for me – it’s my life! In fact, it’s all I do: after completing more than 20,000 facial plastic surgeries, I’m proud to have been named one of America’s leading aesthetic facial surgery specialists. If you’re looking for breast augmentation, a tummy tuck or even rhinoplasty, … Read More »
