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From “Not Wanted” to World-Renowned — with Ashkan Ghavami, MD (Ep. 335)

Beauty and the Biz

Release Date: 11/07/2025

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Ashkan Ghavami, MD, shares his journey from not being wanted in Beverly Hills, to becoming a world-renowned cosmetic surgeon.

Indeed, welcome to "Beauty and the Biz," where we'll discuss the business and marketing side of plastic surgery.

As always, I'm your host, Catherine Maley, author of "Your Aesthetic Practice – What Your Patients Are Saying." and consultant to plastic surgeons, helping them get more patients and more profits.

From “Not Wanted” to World-Renowned

Indeed, “From ‘Not Wanted’ to World-Renowned: Dr. Ghavami” tells the story of how one surgeon rose from rejection to success.

Specifically, when Dr. Ashkan Ghavami arrived in Beverly Hills, no one wanted him there. Afterward, he built a trusted name in aesthetics and gained worldwide recognition.

Now, he’s known for his celebrity patients, advanced techniques, and leadership in the field.

Specifically in this episode of “Beauty and the Biz,” Dr. Ghavami shares how he built his reputation and business:

  • First, how he grew his practice before social media existed
  • Then, why “doing great work” isn’t enough to stay visible
  • Later, what it really takes to run a top-tier practice in Beverly Hills
  • Finally, how to stay ethical and competitive in an AI-driven world

In short, this discussion reveals what it takes to build and maintain a premium brand in today’s marketplace.

Ultimately, being a great surgeon is one thing. However, building a great business is another.

 

Shockingly, one strategic hour can save months of trial and error.

Therefore, book a Strategy Review Zoom call to identify missed opportunities.

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Catherine Maley, MBA

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