Louisiana Cosmetic Laser & IPL Law Questions & Answers

Legal issues around who can own or use a cosmetic laser or IPL are among the most common questions asked by both physicians and non-physicians who are investigating the medical spa market.

Here's a question posted inside the Medical Spa MD LinkedIn Group

What is the best way to find out what the Louisiana Laws are for operating lasers at your spa? From what I have read, it seems as though you have to have a physician present, however, most of the medi spas around run lasers but do not have physicians present so I am very confused. Does anyone know a way to find out more information?

Update on 2014-09-08 22:17 by Medical Spa MD

A link has been posted in the comments detailing a "Statement of Position" from the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Here's the link: 

http://www.lsbme.la.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Statements%20of%20Position/UseofMedicalLasersChemicalSkinTreatment.pdf