How do you build a world-class medical brand on social media? Dr. Babak Azizadeh shares his content strategy, from early Instagram posts to a polished, authority-driven presence that reinforces trust before patients ever walk into his office. He discusses branding, separating niches across accounts, workflow, leadership in his specialty, and how to align your online identity with your real-life reputation.

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Dr. Whitney Bowe didn’t build her audience with viral dances or a complicated setup, she built it by showing up with credibility, consistency, and content people genuinely needed. In this episode, the board-certified dermatologist, research scientist, and founder of the viral Skin Cycling method shares how she went from national TV segments on Good Morning America to creating trust-first education on TikTok and beyond. On this episode, she breaks down how she sources ideas from real patient questions, batches videos in just two hours, shifts her tone from “broadcast polished” to authentic, and separates expert content from brand content without losing her voice. If you’re an HCP trying to grow a community (and a business) the right way, this is your playbook.

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How can dermatologists use social media to grow their practice without losing credibility? In this episode, Harvard-trained dermatologist Dr. Tia Paul shares how she built a 400K+ audience on TikTok and Instagram by turning real patient questions, especially around skin of color, hyperpigmentation, and acne, into clear, trustworthy content. She explains her content workflow, balancing life as a mom and clinic owner, and how social media helped attract patients nationwide and open new business opportunities. A practical guide for any healthcare professional who wants to educate online without sounding like an ad!

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Dr. Tia Paul: Instagram: @dr.tiapaul | TikTok: @drtiapaul

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For HCPs, social media is no longer optional, it’s a powerful extension of patient education. On this episode of Med Creator 101, we’re joined by Dr. Mara Weinstein-Velez, board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon, to explore how physicians can use social media to educate responsibly, build trust, and create meaningful opportunities. Dr. Mara shares her approach to content, misinformation, and maintaining professionalism online. This episode is a must-listen for any healthcare professional navigating the digital space.

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How do you grow a loyal audience in healthcare without chasing trends or burning out? Dr. Mariza Snyder explains how she built a multi-million-download platform through community-first content, Facebook growth, and long-form content. She shares what’s working on social media in 2026, how she approaches content strategy and batching, and the lessons she’s learned navigating algorithms, collaborations, and burnout.

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Social media never sleeps, and what works in 2026 looks very different than it did even a year ago. So if you’re still using the same strategies, your content may already be falling behind.
In this episode, Mimi Banks and Dr. Portela share exactly what med creators should stop doing, start doing, and double down on this year to grow and stay relevant in an increasingly crowded social space.

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Mimi and Dr. Portela go inside CVS’ partnership with Dr. Camille Howard, the first-ever Beauty Dermatology Advisor, and Michelle LeBlanc, Vice President, Merchandising for Beauty & Personal Care at CVS Health. In this episode, Dr. Howard shares how her approach to social media led to a partnership far bigger than traditional influencer marketing, and Michelle breaks down how CVS identifies and integrates HCPs voices into retail, education, and community health.

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What does it really take to build a brand people love? In this episode, Mimi Banks and Dr. Dustin Portela sit down with Patrick O’Keefe, Chief Integrated Marketing Officer at e.l.f. Beauty, the brand behind some of the most viral, culturally relevant, and community-driven campaigns on the internet today. Patrick shares how e.l.f. grew from $250M to over $1.5B in revenue by putting community first and building what he calls “zero distance” between their leadership team and their audience. Listen to how e.l.f. listens to culture, learns from its audience, and leans into viral moments.

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