Holding Time Back

031: Dr. Jennifer Linder | Where Dermatology Meets Longevity Science

Dr. Amanda Holden welcomes Dr. Jennifer Linder to Holding Time Back for a powerful conversation on science, skin health, and intentional aging. A board certified dermatologist, biomedical engineer, and founder of Linder Health, Dr. Linder shares how curiosity, education, and innovation shaped her career and the aesthetics industry at large. They explore the shift toward non inflammatory treatments, the role of cellular and mitochondrial health in aging, and why education is the foundation of better outcomes. Dr. Linder breaks down common misconceptions around chemical peels, regenerative aesthetics, and longevity focused skincare while offering a thoughtful perspective on what it truly means to age well. This episode is a masterclass in science driven beauty and the future of aesthetic medicine. FOLLOW DR. AMANDA HOLDEN: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/] https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/ [https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/] FOLLOW DR. JENNIFER LINDER: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferlindermd/ [https://www.instagram.com/jenniferlindermd/] https://www.instagram.com/linderhealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/linderhealth/] https://www.linderhealthpro.com/ [https://www.linderhealthpro.com/] LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/ [https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/] FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ [https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/]

030: Leslie Fletcher | The Psychology Every Injector Must Understand

Dr. Amanda Holden sits down with Leslie Fletcher, NP, one of the most influential educators in aesthetic medicine, for a deep conversation on mastery, psychology, and responsibility. As the founder of InjectAbility Institute and inventor of multiple patented and trademarked techniques, Leslie has shaped how injectors around the world think about safety, artistry, and education. They explore why aesthetics is as much psychological as it is technical, why consultation and follow up matter more than speed, and how injectors evolve through different stages of clinical growth. Leslie shares hard truths about misbranding, social media influence, and why investing time in education that does not directly generate revenue is essential for long term success. This episode is a powerful reminder that faces are not commodities and that holding time back starts with understanding the human behind the anatomy. FOLLOW DR. AMANDA HOLDEN: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/] https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/ [https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/] FOLLOW LESLIE FLETCHER: https://www.instagram.com/lesliefletcher_np/ [https://www.instagram.com/lesliefletcher_np/] https://www.instagram.com/injectabilitybeauty/ [https://www.instagram.com/injectabilitybeauty/] https://www.instagram.com/injectabilityinstitute/ [https://www.instagram.com/injectabilityinstitute/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/injectability/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/injectability/] https://www.injectabilityclinic.com/ [https://www.injectabilityclinic.com/] https://www.injectabilityinstitute.com/ [https://www.injectabilityinstitute.com/] LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/ [https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/] FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ [https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/]

029: Dr. Kian Karimi | The Psychology and Ethics of Rhinoplasty

Dr. Amanda Holden sits down with Dr. Kian Karimi, double board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, to explore the psychology, ethics, and responsibility behind facial aesthetics. From his early academic drive to building a Beverly Hills practice centered on trust and refinement, Dr. Karimi shares what it truly means to hold time back. They discuss why rhinoplasty carries unique emotional weight, how to identify red flags during consultations, and why ethical decision making matters as much as surgical skill. The conversation also covers mentorship, balancing surgery with injectables, and how regenerative approaches are reshaping patient expectations. This episode offers a thoughtful look at mastery, patient trust, and the future of aesthetic medicine. FOLLOW DR. AMANDA HOLDEN: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/] https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/ [https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/] FOLLOW DR. KIAN KARIMI: https://www.instagram.com/drkian/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/drkian/?hl=en] https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkian/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkian/] https://www.drkian.com/ [https://www.drkian.com/] LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/ [https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/] FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ [https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/]

028: Dr. Ed Williams | Deep Plane Facelifts and the Future of Regenerative Aesthetics

Dr. Amanda Holden sits down with world renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Ed Williams to unpack what truly keeps results natural and lasting. They dig into deep plane facelift technique, the right role for fat grafting, and why bio stimulatory treatments like Sculptra change the game for longevity. Dr. Williams shares how he built a destination practice and training center, why education and culture come first, and how to set real standards in a crowded market. They also touch on virtual consults, team development, and practical advice for new providers entering aesthetics. FOLLOW DR. AMANDA HOLDEN: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/] https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/ [https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/] FOLLOW DR. ED WILLIAMS: https://www.instagram.com/edwin.williams.md/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/edwin.williams.md/?hl=en] https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-williams-iii-md-facs-8778a243 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-williams-iii-md-facs-8778a243] https://www.williamsfacialsurgery.com/our_team/dr-edwin-williams/ [https://www.williamsfacialsurgery.com/our_team/dr-edwin-williams/] https://www.youtube.com/@TheWilliamsCenter/videos [https://www.youtube.com/@TheWilliamsCenter/videos] LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/ [https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/] FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ [https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/]

027: Michelle Doran | Building Trust and Saying No When It Matters

Dr. Amanda Holden sits down with Michelle Doran, MSN, APRN, BC, CANS, co founder and clinical director of RN Esthetics. Michelle is a national trainer for Allergan Medical Aesthetics in the Accelerate and Elevate programs and clinical faculty for the Academy for Injection Anatomy, a leading cadaver course for safe injection technique. They talk about culture first care, why her team is salary based instead of commission, and how to build a consultation that educates without pressure. Michelle shares her path from hospital medicine to aesthetics, her approach to mentoring injectors, and a simple way to map the patient journey by decade. They also cover regenerative options, when to say no, and how home care protects every result. FOLLOW DR. AMANDA HOLDEN: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.amanda.holden/] https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/ [https://www.instagram.com/holdentimelessbeautymedspa/] FOLLOW MICHELLE DORAN: https://www.instagram.com/michelle.rnesthetics/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/michelle.rnesthetics/?hl=en] https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-doran-aprn-bc-cans-0bb3541b9/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-doran-aprn-bc-cans-0bb3541b9/] https://rnesthetics.com [https://rnesthetics.com] LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/ [https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/] FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ [https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/]