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Dr. Cristyn Watkins and her staff at aNu Aesthetics(™) and Optimal Wellness are committed to treating the whole person—both the inside and the outside. They offer much more than just aesthetics in our KC community.
ABOUT THRIVE MD
Founded by Cristyn Watkins, MD of Kansas City, MO for medical providers like herself. Starting in aesthetics over 13 years ago, she was mostly self-taught for the first half of her career due to limited training opportunities and limited finances. She decided to make a personalized option for other healthcare professionals like herself to learn, grow and become successful while realizing their passion!
At THRIVE MD, our expertise lies in helping medical professionals transition into the field of aesthetics, wellness and regenerative medicine as well as perfecting their skills in our advanced continuing education.
With our proficiency in clinical practice and thorough business knowledge, we have created coursework and resources for all things related to protocols, procedural training and business development. Our online and live courses are designed with all levels of clinicians in mind. We can help you advance your physical practice and propel your business forward, simplifying your transition into these ‘thriving’ fields of medicine. THRIVE MD services are offered nationwide, from online training to live courses in our state-of-the-art medical facility in Kansas City, Misssouri.
Why choose THRIVE MD?
For more than two decades, Dr. Watkins has been a dedicated educator. Her journey started as a college tutor, evolving into advanced professional roles like Chief Resident at Overlook Family Medicine and Chief Medical Officer at Northwest Health Services. As the owner and visionary of aNu Aesthetics and Optimal WEllness (LINK), she's driven innovation in her field of aesthetics and wellness medicine for more than a decade. Her expertise also extends to being an expert medical witness, embodying her commitment to excellence across various domains.
Check out all of our options below or email us thrive@cristynwatkinsmd.com.We cannot wait for you to join us in our lifelong pursuit of creating beauty and wellness, through exceptional training and amazing experiences - for ourselves and all of our patients!
What's Included as a Certified Provider?
The Cellular Medicine Association is a provider group that protects their procedures, intellectual property, and members. As a member, you may use the trademarked names and any of the ACCMA’s marketing materials to identify yourself as part of the group. To ensure uniformity and quality of medical care, each practitioner is taught to administer the procedure in a standardized fashion. After training, you will have the information needed to perform the procedures and the marketing know-how necessary to attract paying patients.
License to Use The Procedure Trademark
Instructional Videos of Procedures Performed
Listing on Dr. Runels' Provider Directory
Patient Consent Forms & Protocol Guides
List of Materials & Suggested Sources
Monthly Webinars with Dr. Charles Runels
Marketing Tips & Strategies from Dr. Runels
Access to Dr. Runel's Personal Cell Phone
A Community Dedicated to Regenerative Medicine
License to Use The Procedure Trademark
Instructional Videos of Procedures Performed
Listing on Dr. Runels' Provider Directory
Platelet Rich Plasma for Sexual Health & Aesthetics
Join a community of doctors, nurses, PA’s, and more who are pioneers in sexual wellness and aesthetic regenerative medicine. Dr. Runels’ procedures help medical professionals who want to separate themselves from insurance and offer patients a safer alternative to surgical or pharmaceutical treatment options.
O-Shot® helps with:
- Urinary incontinence
- Dyspareunia
- Vaginal dryness
- Decreased libido
- Lichens Sclerosus
- Increased Vaginal Sensitivity
Priapus Shot® helps with:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Peyronie’s Disease
- Penis Size & Girth
- Increasing Sensation
- Improving Circulation
Vampire Procedures help with:
- Fresher, youthful appearance
- Fuller shape
- Smoother skin
- Increased collagen production
- Scar reduction
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FAQ's
Why Do I Need To Pay A Monthly Fee?
When people ask us, “Why do I need to pay a monthly fee.” That question is usually followed up with “Well if I get trained, then it means I know how to do it, and I don’t have to call it the ‘P-Shot’ or the ‘O-Shot’ or the ‘Vampire Facelift’ I could call it Dr. Sam’s Penile Rejuvenation, and offer the procedure?”
You could. But here’s why you shouldn’t.
You’re losing out on a lot of organic search traffic. All the work has been done for you.
By leveraging brand names that have countless mentions in the press including sources such as Cosmopolitan, InStyle, Allure, Women's Health, People, OK Magazine, etc. you shorten your path to profitability since the O-Shot, P-Shot, and Vampire Procedures are already names that patients trust with sources of social proof online. Why start from the ground floor when you can stand on the shoulder of giants?
“The best way to have a name brand is to have a name brand that actually means something.” - Dr. Charles Runels
Given the minimum of $1200 you'd receive for performing the O-Shot or P-Shot, you’d pay for the yearly cost of membership with one patient. Even if just being in the directory of approved providers gets you more than one patient a year then it pays for the entire membership.
Dr. Runels’ wants to keep the quality of the provider groups high and ensure only those who are 100% happy with the value received with membership stay onboard. By offering a 90-Day money-back guarantee for any reason whatsoever, there is virtually no risk.
And if for any reason you decide to cancel, then Dr. Runels' simply asks that you stop using the trademarks.
“The best way to have a name brand is to have a name brand that actually means something.” - Dr. Charles Runels
Given the minimum of $1200 you'd receive for performing the O-Shot or P-Shot, you’d pay for the yearly cost of membership with one patient. Even if just being in the directory of approved providers gets you more than one patient a year then it pays for the entire membership.
Dr. Runels’ wants to keep the quality of the provider groups high and ensure only those who are 100% happy with the value received with membership stay onboard. By offering a 90-Day money-back guarantee for any reason whatsoever, there is virtually no risk.
And if for any reason you decide to cancel, then Dr. Runels' simply asks that you stop using the trademarks.
Is Online Or Hands-On Training Right For Me?
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The main question comes down to this: Do you want to spend time with Dr. Runels in-person with live models or are you an experienced injector who wants to get up and running to be able to deliver the procedure to your patients sooner?
Whichever option works best for your schedule and learning experience, Dr. Runels is happy to invite you to join an exclusive group of practitioners who are changing patients’ lives through regenerative medicine.
Advantages of Online Training
Online you're watching medically explicit videos of the procedures being performed. Each procedure is explained in full detail.Convenience; Learn on your own time
Divide up your learning for better retention
Hit the ground running and start offering the procedures without waiting for a live training date (they usually sell out months in advance)
Virtually, you can still see Dr. Runels' hands at work
Medical videos, webinars, and classes for visual learners
Class tuition is $1000 lower than live training (if you learned all 6 procedures, cheaper if you only want to learn certain ones)
You can choose to pay and get certified for only the procedures you want to offer or start out with one then add as you go.
Advantages of In-Person TrainingFace-to-face time with the inventor of the procedure, Dr. Charles Runels
Learn all 6 procedures within the span of a 2-day workshop
Live Q&A
The class size is capped at 7 people
Training is practiced on live models
You can choose to be a model yourself - and have ANY of the procedures performed on you during the course of the training
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included
There's something to be said about spending 2 days with the one and only Dr. Charles Runels
Whichever option works best for your schedule and learning experience, Dr. Runels is happy to invite you to join an exclusive group of practitioners who are changing patients’ lives through regenerative medicine.
Advantages of Online Training
Online you're watching medically explicit videos of the procedures being performed. Each procedure is explained in full detail.
Advantages of In-Person Training
How Long Does The PRP Training Take?
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Online training consists of medically explicit videos detailing Dr. Runels and other doctors performing, explaining, and going through the procedure. You will have access to the online training portal where you will have 24/7-On-Demand access to watch the training videos and go through the course at your own pace. Most people can complete one of the training classes over the weekend. If you start the O-Shot training on Friday you can be ready to perform the procedure by Monday morning. As a provider you have continued access for the lifetime of your membership if you need a refresher at any point.
What's Included In The Training & Membership?
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Are There Any Discounts On The Monthly Fee?
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There is a monthly fee per procedure to license the trademark and become certified to offer that procedure.
You can have 3 providers at a single location underneath the same monthly membership fee for that one procedure.
Here are two scenario's to help you understand how it works:
A) If you had 3 NP's at the same location and all three got trained and certified to perform the O-Shot then they would all be covered under a single fee of $97/month.
B) If you had 3 NP's at the same location and one did the O-Shot, another the Vampire Bundle, and the other the P-Shot, then it would be $97/mo x3.
You can have 3 providers at a single location underneath the same monthly membership fee for that one procedure.
Here are two scenario's to help you understand how it works:
A) If you had 3 NP's at the same location and all three got trained and certified to perform the O-Shot then they would all be covered under a single fee of $97/month.
B) If you had 3 NP's at the same location and one did the O-Shot, another the Vampire Bundle, and the other the P-Shot, then it would be $97/mo x3.
Who Is Eligible To Take The PRP Training Courses?
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You need a valid medical license. Currently, the ACCMA is able to provide PRP training for nurses, doctors, physicians assistants, and many other medical practitioners. Phlebotomists can only perform the Vampire Facial. Dentists can only perform either the Vampire Facelift or Vampire Facial. If you're unsure if you are qualified or not, please feel free to contact us.
Dr. Runels is NOT able to train: Cosmetologists, Estheticians, Naturopaths, Beauty Therapists, and Chiropractors. As a rule of thumb, if you are licensed by your medical board to perform injectables like Juverderm, Botox, and Restylane, then you can perform the PRP procedures. It is recommended that you have experience with botox or fillers before going to the live training.
Dr. Runels is NOT able to train: Cosmetologists, Estheticians, Naturopaths, Beauty Therapists, and Chiropractors. As a rule of thumb, if you are licensed by your medical board to perform injectables like Juverderm, Botox, and Restylane, then you can perform the PRP procedures. It is recommended that you have experience with botox or fillers before going to the live training.
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