From ER to Aesthetics — Dr. Flora Waples on Building RESTOR, Regenerative Medicine & the Future of Wellness
In this episode of The Doc Lounge Podcast, Dr. Flora Waples shares her remarkable journey from 15 years in emergency medicine to becoming a pioneer in aesthetic and regenerative medicine. As the founder and Medical Director of RESTOR Medical Spa—now one of the fastest-growing medical aesthetics companies in the U.S.—Dr. Waples offers an inside look at the world of beauty, wellness, and longevity through a clinical, compassionate lens.
From launching RESTOR as a two-women startup to growing it into a thriving multi-location practice, Dr. Waples highlights the entrepreneurial grit, vision, and scientific rigor that have fueled its success. Her passion for education, personalized care, and cutting-edge treatments continues to shape the future of the aesthetic medicine industry.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
✔️ Dr. Waples’s transition from emergency medicine to aesthetics and regenerative health
✔️ How RESTOR evolved from a small startup into a nationally recognized medical spa
✔️ The importance of personalized care plans in achieving lasting results
✔️ How regenerative medicine and hormone optimization are changing the anti-aging landscape
✔️ Her approach to entrepreneurship and innovation in a rapidly growing field
✔️ Insightful advice for medical professionals considering a career in aesthetics
✔️ Trends shaping the future of wellness, beauty, and longevity science
✔️ Why RESTOR emphasizes education—for both patients and providers
Dr. Waples opens up about the personal and professional turning points that led her from trauma medicine to aesthetic entrepreneurship. She discusses how RESTOR Medical Spa was built with a vision for better outcomes—combining art, science, and patient-first values.
The episode also explores regenerative medicine’s role in reshaping how we view aging. From hormone replacement therapy to biologically-based aesthetic treatments, Dr. Waples explains why long-term health and natural-looking results go hand in hand. Whether you’re a provider, entrepreneur, or curious patient, this conversation offers real insight into what’s next in modern wellness.
— The RESTOR Medical Spa Team
