LILIS™ Newsletter

May 28, 2008

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Laser and Intense Light treatments are subject to numerous state regulations which change constantly, frustrating and confusing manufacturers of such devices and providers of such services. Many states have increased the level of scrutiny of health and safety issues related to the use of lasers and intense pulsed light devices for cosmetic treatments. New statutes and regulations have been proposed and task forces to study these issues have been formed. LILIS™ (Laser and Intense Light Information Service) maintains an updated database of relevant regulations and professional board recommendations in all 50 states. We constantly track over 400 state and federal organizations (e.g State Legislatures, Medical and Nursing Boards, etc.) and provide focused, comprehensive, cost-effective reports.

This bulletin brings you an example of the constantly evolving regulations with the focus this time on the state of California.

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Congratulations to Carl of North Andover, Massachusetts- winner of our $100 Omaha Steaks gift card raffle during the recent American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery conference.

Test Your Regulatory IQ

The use of intense pulsed light devices solely for hair removal in __________ is not the practice of medicine.

a) Maryland
b) Florida
c) California
d) Virginia

Scroll to the end of this newsletter for the answer.

Spotlight On:

California
The California Legislature is currently considering Assembly Bill 2398 concerning ownership and operation of medical spas. The Medical Practice Act restricts the employment of physicians by a corporation or other artificial legal entity. Physicians must either own the practice, or must be employed or contracted by a physician-owned practice or medical corporation. The bill would authorize the revocation of a physician license when s/he knowingly practices medicine with or is employed as the medical director of a business organization that provides outpatient elective cosmetic medical procedures (such as a medispa). In addition, the business organization in violation of the Medical Practice Act will be guilty of a violation of the Penal Code.

On May 22, 2008 the bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Business, Professions and Economic Development. A hearing is scheduled for June 9, 2008.

To track status of this bill click here and enter AB2398 in the Search box.

New!
Medical Spa Reports

Complete report of state regulations regarding the use of laser and intense light devices in medical spas.

For more information contact LILIS@bmtadvisors.com

About LILIS™ (Laser and Intense Light Information Service)

LILIS™ helps laser and intense light manufacturers, distributors, clinicians and aesthetic service providers navigate the complex maze of state and federal regulations. We offer:

* Comprehensive information about state and federal regulations
* On-demand phone support
* Personalized service to research your specific regulatory questions
* Accurate, timely and current information
* A variety of service options to meet your needs

About Boston MedTech Advisors

Boston MedTech Advisors assists medical technology companies and healthcare organizations in advancing their business by providing:

* Market analysis and business strategy
* Business development
* Regulatory affairs and clinical trials management
* Reimbursement and contracting strategies
* Financing support

Boston MedTech Advisors provides practical business services to:

* Established and growing medical technology companies
* Healthcare providers
* Young organizations and entrepreneurs
* Private and institutional investors

To learn more about our organization and services, please visit our web site at www.bmtadvisors. com or call us at 781.407.0900

Test Your Regulatory IQ- Answer

d) Virginia

This document has been prepared by members of Boston MedTech Advisors Inc. The information presented in this document is based on publicly available data and information made available to Boston MedTech Advisors by third parties. This report is intended to provide general information pertinent to the regulation of light therapy. Only a State Attorney General is empowered to render formal opinions concerning State law. Although the report was prepared with reasonable care, Boston MedTech Advisors Inc. does not make any representation or offer any warranty, expressed or implied, as to the information contained herein. This document contains confidential information, and may not be copied or otherwise reproduced without the expressed written consent of Boston MedTech Advisors.