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Revive Aesthetics Academy

Dr. Stefanie Gatica, DNP, is a board certified family nurse practitioner. specializing in aesthetics
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05/09/2026

Expert-Led Instruction: Learn directly from Lauren King, BSN, who ensures participants receive unparalleled instruction and mentorship.

Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain expertise in facial anatomy specific to neurotoxin injection sites, understanding of muscle action, and safe and effective administration protocols. Learn effective holistic aesthetic consultation techniques, marketing strategies, and the essential steps to launch and manage a successful aesthetics practice focused on neurotoxins.

Hands-on Experience: Develop proficiency through extensive practical injection sessions, guided by our expert faculty. Refine your technique and build confidence in a supportive learning environment, focusing specifically on neurotoxin applications.

Professional Development: This nursing continuing professional development activity is approved by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation, and offers 8 Nursing Contact Hours.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with a community of like-minded peers and build valuable professional relationships.

Resources and Support: Pre-course materials, including videos, a comprehensive booklet, and a detailed PowerPoint presentation, will be provided electronically prior to the course. Participants are encouraged to review these materials in advance and bring their laptops if desired.

Convenient Logistics: The course will be held from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM at 2575 N. Ankeny Blvd, #203, Ankeny, IA 50023. Doors open at 7:50 AM. Lunch, snacks, and refreshments will be provided.

Model Opportunities: Participants are welcome to bring additional models interested in receiving neurotoxin treatments. Please contact us in advance to make arrangements.
Exclusive Amenities: Attendees will receive a curated selection of useful and professional-grade tools and resources in a premium swag bag.

03/30/2026

Foundations of Facial HA Injections: Introduction to MD Codes™ for New Aesthetic Providers is an exclusive four-hour training designed to introduce aesthetic providers to the foundational principles behind one of the most respected treatment planning systems in aesthetic medicine: MD Codes!

Reach out for more information or visit our website! Offered April 11 and May 16th!

03/15/2026

learning injections and learning aesthetic medicine.

Our Beginner Neurotoxin Training is designed for providers who want to build a strong foundation in safe, thoughtful, and results-driven Botox treatments.

Inside this hands-on course, we focus on:
• facial anatomy and assessment
• full FDA-recommended dosing
• natural, well-rested results patients love

You’ll leave with the knowledge, confidence, and technique needed to start treating patients the right way.

Hosted at Revive Aesthetics Academy with educator Lauren King, BSN!

Spots are limited.

03/08/2026

Lips are truly one of the most complex parts of the face.

This is an amazing pearl that I just learned this week from Dr. de Maio!

Injectors - Are you evaluating this in your patients? A true medical assessment can make all the difference!

Call Revive to book a consultation! 515-965-5677

Injectors - sign up for a course with me so you can learn even more MD Codes techniques. Advanced observation course March 28th and it is half full. It will be very small and intimate to you can truly see up close and personal. Beginner course series and mentorship launching as well. Keep an eye out on my website!

03/06/2026

I’m hosting a small advanced injector training at Revive Aesthetics Academy focused on MD Codes™ 7-Point Shape facial balancing. It will be March 28th.

• Live patient treatments
• Full facial assessment and marking
• 7–8 syringe structural correction
• Small group observation

Would this be something you’d want to attend?
Comment TRAINING or send me a DM.

Limited to 4–5 injectors. You can apply to be a model as well.

02/01/2026

🧠✨ NEUROTOXINS FOR BEGINNERS
📅 March 14, 2026 | 📍 Revive Aesthetics Academy
💉 Live models • Precepted injectors • License required

Ready to step into aesthetics the right way?

This immersive, compliance-aligned training is built for:
👩‍⚕️ RNs, NPs, PAs, and MDs
🔹 New to neurotoxins
🔹 Looking for safe, hands-on experience

TRAINING INCLUDES:
🧬 Didactic deep dive (anatomy + toxin science)
👁‍🗨 Live demo w/ facial mapping
💉 Optional supervised hands-on injections
📋 Certificate of participation included

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⚠️ Compliance-first:
• All injectors must hold an active license
• Models sign full informed consent
• No trainee injects unsupervised — ever
• This course does not replace state licensure

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Spots are limited.

01/17/2026

Looking for MD Code Models for the “smile lines” or lips. This is a very high level injection and so there is very specific guidelines.

Model Day
Saturday, January 17!

MD Codes Model Criteria

Lips are $450 with Volbella, nasolabial folds are $900 with Vollure.

- If you have had previous lip filler, additional pictures are necessary.
- Patient should not wear any jewelry, watches, rings, etc.
- Patient hair must be pulled back into braids, hairspray or gel down frizzy hairs.
- Patient should be free of false eyelashes, makeup, and other distractions
- These injections will be done at the clinic by Stefanie. If chosen, a $100 non-refundable deposit will need to be paid to Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa.

Criteria for being an MD Codes model include:
No active facial infections, including breakouts. High risk of bleeding (rosacea, blood thinners, NSAIDs like ibuprofen). No ETOH the day before. Patients without active acne, rosacea, etc.

Must arrive with hair SLICKED back. If long, must be in a low pony tail and braid that is tucked in the shirt. No makeup. Plain black long sleeved shirt. Free from lint or hair. Sports bras cannot show. No jewelry. No dental appts for 2-3 weeks after. Must be willing to be on social media. Will be video taped. Eat before you come. Must lay very still and not move for the video. Arrive 1 hr early for topical numbing for lips, 30 minutes for other areas.

No dental work, including cleaning for 2-3 weeks after. No recent surgeries or planned surgery in the next 4 weeks. Avoid vaccines for the next 3-4 weeks

12/05/2025

Looking for MD Code Models for the “smile lines” or lips. This is a very high level injection and so there is very specific guidelines.

Model Days
December 6
12:00
1:00

December 13
11
12

December 20
10:00
1:00
2:00
MD Codes Model Criteria

Lips are $450 with Volbella, nasolabial folds are $900 with Vollure.

- If you have had previous lip filler, additional pictures are necessary.
- Patient should not wear any jewelry, watches, rings, etc.
- Patient hair must be pulled back into braids, hairspray or gel down frizzy hairs.
- Patient should be free of false eyelashes, makeup, and other distractions
- These injections will be done at the clinic by Stefanie. If chosen, a $100 non-refundable deposit will need to be paid to Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa.

Criteria for being an MD Codes model include:
No active facial infections, including breakouts. High risk of bleeding (rosacea, blood thinners, NSAIDs like ibuprofen). No ETOH the day before. Patients without active acne, rosacea, etc.

Must arrive with hair SLICKED back. If long, must be in a low pony tail and braid that is tucked in the shirt. No makeup. Plain black long sleeved shirt. Free from lint or hair. Sports bras cannot show. No jewelry. No dental appts for 2-3 weeks after. Must be willing to be on social media. Will be video taped. Eat before you come. Must lay very still and not move for the video. Arrive 1 hr early for topical numbing for lips, 30 minutes for other areas.

No dental work, including cleaning for 2-3 weeks after. No recent surgeries or planned surgery in the next 4 weeks. Avoid vaccines for the next 3-4 weeks.

10/23/2025

Final Beginner Training Sessions of 2025

The final trainings of the year are here — and your future in aesthetics starts now.

Join Revive Aesthetics Academy for our last Beginner Neurotoxin and Cosmetic Filler Injection Courses of 2025:
📅 December 11th & December 12th
📍 Ankeny, Iowa

These foundational courses are designed for medical professionals ready to confidently begin their journey in aesthetics — with safe, evidence-based techniques and the guidance of a national trainer.

Led by Dr. Stefanie Gatica, DNP — one of only a handful of MD Codes™ Expert Trainers in the U.S., you’ll learn the fundamentals of patient assessment, anatomy, and injection artistry that set the standard for excellence in aesthetic medicine.

✨ Small class sizes
✨ Hands-on training
✨ Supportive learning environment

Seats are limited and will not be added once full.
📩 Sign up today to reserve your spot for December 11th or 12th.
reviveaestheticsacademy.com

07/31/2025

It’s been a whirlwind Washington and Oregon🥳 I loved every training and met such great people🫶🏽 Thanks for the opportunity!

Address

2575 N. Ankeny Boulevard # 203
Ankeny, IA
50023

Telephone

+15153600858

Website

http://reviveaestheticsacademy.com/

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