The RF Microneedling Treatment That Left Third-Degree Scars

Dr. Kate Dee

Published on: 19/03/2026

A routine RF microneedling treatment turned into a life-altering experience for nurse practitioner Sarah Kabalka, leaving her with permanent third-degree scarring. In this episode of Medspa Confidential, we uncover how an unapproved device, a falsely assigned medical director, and misplaced trust led to devastating consequences. This story is a must-read for anyone considering med spa treatments—highlighting the critical questions you need to ask before your next appointment to protect your safety and your skin.

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She Paid $5,000. Here's What Was in the Syringe.

Dr. Kate Dee

Published on: 22/02/2026

What if the person injecting you had no license, no training, and no idea what was in the syringe? Dr. Kate Dee breaks down a disturbing Florida arrest involving a woman running a cosmetic clinic from her home and charging thousands for so-called professional treatments. What doctors later found in the victim’s body tells a very different story. To put a human face on the risk, Dr. Dee speaks with past guest Bea Amma, who survived a nearly identical experience in 2021. Five years later, Bea shares a raw update on her ongoing recovery — from months in the hospital to years of IV antibiotics and multiple surgeries. This isn’t just news. For Bea, it’s still deeply personal.

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