The Value and Importance of Certification.

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Renee J. Hinojosa, MSN, APRN, ACNS-BC, CPSN, CANS, is Director of Medical Aesthetics at the Age Management Institute in Reno, NV. She has been active in the field of plastic surgical nursing for more than 27 years. She also provides medical aesthetic treatments for the practice of Dr. Phillip Dahan at Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. In addition, she is a national trainer for AAI (Aesthetic Advancements Incorporated).

Published: January 2020

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