Deborah Bish, RN, the primary principal of Aesthetic Practice Consultants, is a business consultant and certified trainer for Lumenis, Inc. She also works independently as a business consultant for medical practices interested in aesthetics and for laser centers and spas. Depending on the particular state and its regulations, aesthetic laser treatment entities may or may not be required to be owned by licensed physicians. As former owner and manager of her own aesthetic laser practice in Southern California, Deborah developed a unique business model that generated substantial revenues within 3 months of commencement of operations and she converted over 90% of consultations to active treatment appointments. With dual perspectives acquired from the fields of medicine and business, Deborah is exceptionally well qualified to provide owners, management and staff with personalized training and support.