Med Creator 101

Meet Dr. Doris Day: Board-certified dermatologist, former journalist, and social media educator. In this episode, Dr. Doris Day shares her approach to making aging education both science-backed and relatable, her favorite content hacks, and why repetition keeps your content top of mind. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency Dr. Doris Day: Instagram: @drdorisday | @drdorisday Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Posting online as a healthcare professional comes with responsibility. In this episode, Mimi Banks and Dr. Dustin Portela break down the legal and ethical guardrails every med creator should know. From patient privacy and consent to disclosures, DMs, and brand partnerships, they share filters to help protect your license, reputation, and credibility on social. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Most healthcare creators think credibility means sounding polished, clinical, and overly serious online. Dr. Angelo Landriscina, (a.k.a Dermangelo) built one of the most recognizable dermatology brands on the internet by doing the opposite. In this episode, he shares how to turn evidence-based education into content that actually feels native to social media: from humor and cultural relevance to reaction content, platform trends, and audience psychology. He also shares how he batch creates, reacts to misinformation without losing his voice, and why med creators need to stop overthinking content before they ever hit post. If you’ve ever struggled to make educational content feel engaging, relatable, or social-first without losing credibility, this episode is for you! Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Dermangelo: Instagram: @dermangelo | TikTok: @dermangelo | YouTube: @dermangelo Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Mama Nurse Tina joins Mimi Banks and Dr. Dustin Portela to talk about the rise of fear-based content online and why so many creators feel pressured to rely on shock value to get attention. Together, they discuss the difference between content that simply performs and content that people genuinely connect with long-term. Tina also shares how she uses humor, relatability, and bite-sized education to make complex healthcare topics feel more approachable in an overwhelming social media landscape. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela RN Tina Bitcangol: Instagram: @mama_nurse_tina | YouTube: @mamanursetina Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Dr. Fran joins co-hosts Mimi Banks and Dr. Dustin Portela to share how she grew her social presence as an OB-GYN, from starting a fashion blog in medical school to building a platform of over 1 million followers. She breaks down how content creation became a natural extension of her practice, helping her educate patients, expand her reach, and show up consistently online. Fran: Instagram: @pagingdrfran | TikTok: @pagingdrfran Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Most people think of their pharmacist as the person behind the counter at CVS; Dr. Ethan Melilo is changing that perception one viral video at a time. In this episode, Dr. Ethan, (also known as MillennialRx on social,) shares how a single TikTok video about medications and alcohol racked up 2 million views and launched a career he never planned. From batch filming 20 videos on weekends to fighting health misinformation head-on, Dr. Ethan is proof that pharmacists are one of healthcare's most underutilized voices online. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Sometimes the best thing you can do online is stop trying to sound polished. In this episode, Dr. Shereene Idriss shares how she built her skincare brand on social media through honesty, education, and consistency. She opens up about starting Pillow Talk Derm, growing a loyal online community, and turning her voice into a brand people trust. For med creators, this episode is a masterclass in building trust before trying to build anything else! Shereene Idriss: Instagram: @shereeneidriss | TikTok: @shereeneidriss Dr. Idriss Skincare: Instagram: @dr.idriss | TikTok: @dr.idriss Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

What if the key to growing on social media isn’t a perfect strategy, but simply showing up as yourself? Dr. Tommy Martin shares how he built a platform of over 4 million followers by focusing on impact over metrics, creating content around what genuinely lights him up, being a father, advocate and physician and embracing imperfection along the way. From turning on his camera with no plan to building a powerful following, this episode shows what it really takes to grow without losing authenticity. Tommy Martin: Instagram: @dr.tommymartin | TikTok: @dr.tommymartin | Youtube: @dr.tommymartin Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

You do not need a perfect setup to start creating content, but the right tools can make the process a whole lot easier. In this episode, Mimi and Dr. Dustin Portela reveal the must-have tools for content creation, from lighting and microphones to editing apps, travel-friendly gear, and simple upgrades that can help your content look and sound more polished. They also share what’s worth investing in, what’s probably not necessary yet, and a look inside Dr. Portela's personal setup. Learn how to build a content creation system that works for you without overcomplicating the process. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Conferences can lead to meaningful relationships, brand opportunities, and career growth, but what happens after the event matters just as much as showing up. Mimi and Dr. Dustin Portela share how to follow up in a way that feels strategic, authentic, and memorable, from outreach timing and follow-up emails to LinkedIn, text, and staying top of mind. Whether you attended AAD, networking with brands, or meeting other healthcare professionals, this episode will help you approach post-conference follow-up with more confidence. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Ahead of AAD, this is your reminder: conferences are prime opportunities to create content, connect with brands, and build relationships with other Med Creators. Come prepared to make the most of it! Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Posting online as a healthcare professional comes with responsibility. In this episode, Mimi Banks and Dr. Dustin Portela break down the legal and ethical guardrails every med creator should know. From patient privacy and consent to disclosures, DMs, and brand partnerships, they share filters to help protect your license, reputation, and credibility on social. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Posting great content is only half the battle. Posting it across every platform can quickly become overwhelming. In this episode, Mimi and Dr. Portela sit down with the founders of Repurpose.io, the automation tool helping creators turn one piece of content into posts across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more. They break down how med creators can scale their reach, repurpose their content, and build a true online presence without spending hours manually reposting content. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

How do you build a world-class medical brand on social media? Dr. Babak Azizadeh shares his content strategy, from early Instagram posts to a polished, authority-driven presence that reinforces trust before patients ever walk into his office. He discusses branding, separating niches across accounts, workflow, leadership in his specialty, and how to align your online identity with your real-life reputation. Babak: Instagram: @drazizzadeh | TikTok: @drazizzadeh Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

Dr. Whitney Bowe didn’t build her audience with viral dances or a complicated setup, she built it by showing up with credibility, consistency, and content people genuinely needed. In this episode, the board-certified dermatologist, research scientist, and founder of the viral Skin Cycling method shares how she went from national TV segments on Good Morning America to creating trust-first education on TikTok and beyond. On this episode, she breaks down how she sources ideas from real patient questions, batches videos in just two hours, shifts her tone from “broadcast polished” to authentic, and separates expert content from brand content without losing her voice. If you’re an HCP trying to grow a community (and a business) the right way, this is your playbook. Whitney Bowe: Instagram: @drwhitneybowe | @drwhitneybowebeauty | TikTok: @drwhitneybowe | Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR

How can dermatologists use social media to grow their practice without losing credibility? In this episode, Harvard-trained dermatologist Dr. Tia Paul shares how she built a 400K+ audience on TikTok and Instagram by turning real patient questions, especially around skin of color, hyperpigmentation, and acne, into clear, trustworthy content. She explains her content workflow, balancing life as a mom and clinic owner, and how social media helped attract patients nationwide and open new business opportunities. A practical guide for any healthcare professional who wants to educate online without sounding like an ad! Tia Paul: Instagram: @dr.tiapaul | TikTok: @drtiapaul Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR This post contains affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you: Capcut Link

For HCPs, social media is no longer optional, it’s a powerful extension of patient education. On this episode of Med Creator 101, we’re joined by Dr. Mara Weinstein-Velez, board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon, to explore how physicians can use social media to educate responsibly, build trust, and create meaningful opportunities. Dr. Mara shares her approach to content, misinformation, and maintaining professionalism online. This episode is a must-listen for any healthcare professional navigating the digital space. Mara: Instagram: @drmaraweinstein | TikTok: @drmaraweinstein Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR This post contains affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you: Capcut Link

How do you grow a loyal audience in healthcare without chasing trends or burning out? Dr. Mariza Snyder explains how she built a multi-million-download platform through community-first content, Facebook growth, and long-form content. She shares what’s working on social media in 2026, how she approaches content strategy and batching, and the lessons she’s learned navigating algorithms, collaborations, and burnout. Snyder: Instagram: @drmariza | TikTok: @drmariza Use the code ENERGIZED for 10% off at drmariza.com Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR This post contains affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you: Capcut Link

Social media never sleeps, and what works in 2026 looks very different than it did even a year ago. So if you’re still using the same strategies, your content may already be falling behind. In this episode, Mimi Banks and Dr. Portela share exactly what med creators should stop doing, start doing, and double down on this year to grow and stay relevant in an increasingly crowded social space. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR This post contains affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you: Capcut Link

Mimi and Dr. Portela go inside CVS’ partnership with Dr. Camille Howard, the first-ever Beauty Dermatology Advisor, and Michelle LeBlanc, Vice President, Merchandising for Beauty & Personal Care at CVS Health. In this episode, Dr. Howard shares how her approach to social media led to a partnership far bigger than traditional influencer marketing, and Michelle breaks down how CVS identifies and integrates HCPs voices into retail, education, and community health. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela Tools and Creator Must-Haves: CapCut: https://capcutaffiliateprogram.pxf.io/09bxrL Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3QEu6ZO Anker External battery charger: https://amzn.to/3DdtBTi Car mount: https://amzn.to/4bkEu2k Car mount (portable): https://amzn.to/3EVgNl8 DJI Osmo Camera: https://amzn.to/43eptwP DJI Osmo Mic: https://amzn.to/44WJFnC Ring light (portable): https://amzn.to/43joyvm Ring light: https://amzn.to/4ikDBcd Nikon DLSR Camera: https://amzn.to/3FbK0rR This post contains affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you: Capcut Link