In the season three finale of Beauty Unveiled, Dr. Angela Sturm reflects on the year’s conversations about surgery, recovery and self-image, while thanking listeners for their support. She recaps themes like support systems, embracing the recovery process and using surgical and non-surgical options to align appearance with how patients feel, then previews expert guests and deeper dives coming in 2026 and invites listeners to subscribe, share and stay connected.

Key takeaways

1. A strong support system is crucial for a smoother, more positive surgical recovery.

2. Recovery is a gradual process, and accepting that helps manage expectations and emotions.

3. Aesthetic procedures can be a form of self-care and empowerment that lets people rewrite their story.

4. Non-surgical treatments like injectables, microneedling, lasers and medical-grade skincare can significantly improve skin quality and perceived age.

5. The next season will feature expert guests, deeper education on rhinoplasty and recovery, and encourages listeners to stay engaged and suggest topics or guests.

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Dr. Sturm is joined by entrepreneur and Beauty Unveiled producer Freddy Cruz, who traded a career in radio for the leap into business after hundreds of job rejections. Both reveal how stepping away from established institutions in pursuit of new ventures requires vision and resilience. Their conversation shares insights about embracing risk and finding fulfillment in entrepreneurship, whether transforming patients’ lives in surgery or building a brand from scratch.

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Key Takeaways

1. Both Dr. Sturm and Freddy share their transitions from structured employment to entrepreneurship, highlighting the uncertainty and risks of going out on your own. A clear vision and commitment with “no plan B” stand out as vital for success.

2. Professional relationships and a solid reputation provide support and continuity when leaving established systems. Freddy’s first clients came from former connections, and Dr. Sturm’s loyal patients followed her into her private practice. Authenticity and rapport remain crucial across careers.

3. A willingness to learn—drawing from podcasts, mentors, and thought leaders—is emphasized over raw skill. Both value being coachable and recognize that sometimes a new perspective delivers a breakthrough realization.

4. Balancing business and family life is a recurring challenge. Dr. Sturm reflects on working with her significant other, the need for clear boundaries, and assigning roles based on strengths to maintain harmony both at work and at home.

5. Dr. Sturm explains why many physicians become entrepreneurs, citing inadequate business education and the burnout of traditional systems. She discusses building a practice with scalable processes for long-term value and fulfillment.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Entrepreneurship and Resilience Insight

05:18 Growth Through Podcasts & Learning

07:16 Embrace Tasks with Positivity

13:54 Embracing Growth Through Struggles

18:24 Focus on Strengths, Not Paperwork

22:04 Embracing Failure in Your 20s

23:47 Finding Purpose Through Uncertainty

28:06 Residency Commitment Through Generations

32:04 Medical Practice Value Challenges

35:36 Advocating for Self & Others

38:13 Residency Shift Work Struggles

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What goes into the decision to get a facelift?

Dr. Stum delves into the considerations and procedures involved in choosing a facelift. She notes that many patients transition from simply pulling their skin in the mirror to committing to surgery. A facelift primarily lifts the skin and muscle from the cheeks to the neck. Additional procedures such as brow lifts, CO2 laser resurfacing, and fat grafting can be combined for enhanced results. Dr. Sturm emphasizes the importance of selecting a surgeon whose aesthetics match your own and having a support system during recovery.

Understanding these elements can assist in making informed decisions about facelifts and achieving a natural, rejuvenated appearance. For more insights, visit Dr. Angela Sturm's website or follow her on social media.

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Key Takeaways

1. Individuals seek facelifts not out of vanity but as a form of self-care. Feeling good about one's appearance can significantly boost self-esteem and overall well-being.

2. A facelift primarily targets the area from the cheeks to the neck, lifting the skin and muscle to enhance facial appearance. It is often misunderstood, so clear communication with a surgeon about expectations is crucial.

3. Facelifts can be complemented with other procedures like CO2 lasers and fat grafting to achieve more comprehensive results. These additional treatments address skin texture, volume loss, and other aging changes.

4. Selecting a surgeon involves considering their aesthetic sense, looking at before-and-after photos, and ensuring clear communication. Additionally, having a support system during recovery is important.

5. Preparing for a facelift involves avoiding certain non-surgical treatments like deep dermal energy treatments (e.g., microneedling with RF) and fillers that can complicate surgery. Opt instead for treatments like botox and lasers that prime the skin without creating deep scar tissue.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Combine brow lift and facelift for rejuvenation.

03:48 Face lift adds fat to aging faces.

08:55 Communication with surgeon, timing, and treatment choices.

13:06 Sculptra is an injectable for adding volume.

14:11 Fillers can persist, impacting surgical procedures.

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