Potomac Medical Aesthetics

What Potomac Medical Aesthetics does

Potomac Medical Aesthetics is a private medical aesthetics practice founded in 2004 by Dr. Peter Petropoulos in Potomac, Maryland, and operating under Benchmark Medical Partners. The practice delivers non-surgical cosmetic and medical wellness treatments to adult consumers across the greater Maryland metropolitan area, including Potomac, Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase, Kensington, and North Potomac. Its service portfolio spans injectables (Botox, Dysport, Daxxify, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra), body contouring (CoolSculpting, CoolSculpting Elite, Emsculpt), laser and light therapies (BBL, ForeverYoung BBL, BBL Hero, Halo, MOXI), skin rejuvenation (HydraFacial, Genius RF Microneedling, Indiba RF, chemical peels), medical weight loss (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide), bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, sexual wellness (O-Shot, P-Shot, Emsella, DiVa, Phallofill), and hair restoration (PRP, TrichoCyte, Nutrafol, CryoTouch MD). All treatments rely on FDA-approved or FDA-cleared devices and minimally invasive procedures, with medical services performed personally by Dr. Petropoulos and supported by Elizabeth Pham (MS, PA-C) and licensed aestheticians.

The practice operates a direct-to-consumer model with revenue generated primarily through fee-for-service procedures, supplemented by subscription or recurring programs for weight loss (monthly $1,000-$1,500 Tirzepatide supply), hormone pellet therapy, and facial memberships. Pricing varies by treatment, with unit pricing such as CoolSculpting starting at $675 per cycle and PRP ranging from $500-$3,500 per session; consultations are offered free of charge as the primary conversion mechanism. Patient acquisition is driven by a website, 100+ page educational blog, Instagram presence, email newsletter, and local SEO targeting geographic service areas. The business has no disclosed external funding, partnerships, M&A activity, or regulatory actions, and operates from a single location at 7811 Montrose Rd in Potomac.

Dr. Petropoulos, a former emergency medicine physician with 20+ years of medical experience, functions as both founder and lead practitioner. The practice maintains a horizontal segmentation approach serving general adult aesthetic/wellness consumers as well as dedicated men's and women's health tracks. The offering structure combines traditional aesthetic services (injectables, lasers, body sculpting) with medical wellness (GLP-1 weight loss, hormone therapy, sexual wellness), positioning the business at the intersection of cosmetic medicine and longevity/wellness trends.

Name

Potomac Medical Aesthetics

Legal name

Potomac Medical Aesthetics

Website

https://potomacmedicalaesthetics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Potomac Medical Aesthetics is a private medical aesthetics practice in Potomac, Maryland, founded by Dr. Peter Petropoulos, offering non-surgical cosmetic treatments, body contouring, medical weight loss, and hormone therapy to adult consumers across the greater Maryland metropolitan area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Aesthetics Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211)

akta.pro primary industry

Medical-Grade / Clinical Facials (Dermatology & Med Spa) (HSALADAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Body Contouring & Non-Invasive Aesthetic Recovery (e.g., Lymphatic Drainage) (HSADAKAM)

Keywords

• Medical aesthetics
• Cosmetic dermatology
• Body contouring
• Injectable treatments
• Medical weight loss

Headquarters

HQ city

Potomac

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Aesthetic Medical Procedures: Fee-for-service model for non-surgical cosmetic and medical treatments. Services include injectables (Botox, fillers), laser treatments, body sculpting, skin rejuvenation, and wellness procedures. Revenue generated through individual treatment sessions and procedure packages.
2. Weight Loss Programs: Physician-supervised weight management programs including Tirzepatide and Semaglutide injections, typically involving ongoing treatment plans with multiple sessions and follow-up consultations.
3. Hormone Therapy: Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (pellet therapy, creams, injections) for men and women, often involving ongoing treatment plans and monitoring.
4. Membership Programs: Facial membership programs offering regular skincare treatments on an ongoing basis.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Potomac Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics practice in Potomac, Maryland that delivers non-surgical facial and body rejuvenation treatments, including neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport, Daxxify), dermal fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra), body contouring (CoolSculpting/CoolSculpting Elite, Emsculpt), laser and light therapies (BBL, Halo, MOXI), skin treatments (HydraFacial, chemical peels, RF microneedling, PRP), physician-supervised medical weight loss (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide), bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, hair restoration, and sexual wellness treatments, performed in-office by Dr. Peter Petropoulos and licensed practitioners.

Product overview

Potomac Medical Aesthetics is a medical-focused aesthetic spa offering a comprehensive portfolio of non-surgical treatments. The practice provides injectables (Botox, Dysport, Daxxify, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra fillers), laser and light therapies (BBL, Halo, MOXI), body contouring (CoolSculpting, CoolSculpting Elite, Emsculpt), skin rejuvenation (HydraFacial, chemical peels, microneedling, PRP), medical weight loss (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide), hormone replacement therapy, hair restoration (PRP, TrichoCyte), and men's/women's wellness treatments (O-Shot, P-Shot, Emsella, penis enhancement). The offering is structured as a multi-service medical spa with treatments performed by Dr. Petropoulos and licensed aestheticians, combining aesthetic procedures with medical wellness services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Neurotoxin Injections (Botox & Dysport) Neurological modulators used to relax wrinkles and fine lines by temporarily relaxing underlying facial muscles; performed for adult patients seeking non-surgical anti-aging results.
• Daxxify (New Botox) Next-generation neuromodulator offering longer-lasting wrinkle reduction results for patients seeking extended-duration non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
• Dermal Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Lip & Cheek Fillers) Injectable gel-like hyaluronic acid fillers including Juvederm and Restylane brands, plus Sculptra collagen-stimulator, used to restore facial volume, enhance lips and cheeks, and smooth lines and folds for adult patients.
• CoolSculpting & CoolSculpting Elite FDA-cleared non-invasive fat reduction using controlled cooling (cryolipolysis) to freeze and eliminate stubborn fat cells; Elite version uses dual applicators to treat more fat in a single session.
• Emsculpt Body Contouring FDA-approved body contouring device using HIFEM energy to induce powerful muscle contractions for fat reduction and muscle building in targeted areas.
• BBL & ForeverYoung BBL Laser Treatments Broadband light laser treatments targeting sun damage, age spots, redness, and other signs of aging for skin rejuvenation.
• BBL Hero & MOXI Combination Laser Treatment Combination laser treatment pairing BBL Hero for pigmentation and sun damage with MOXI for skin resurfacing and tone improvement.
• Halo Hybrid Fractional Laser Hybrid fractional laser treatment combining ablative and non-ablative wavelengths for comprehensive skin resurfacing, tone and texture improvement.
• PRP Therapy (Vampire Facial & Acne Scar) Platelet-rich plasma therapy using the patient's own platelets, often combined with microneedling, to boost collagen, rejuvenate skin, and reduce acne scars.
• HydraFacial MD Medical-grade hydradermabrasion treatment that cleanses, extracts, and hydrates the skin using patented technology for patients seeking non-invasive facial rejuvenation.
• Chemical Peels (VI Peel) Skin rejuvenation treatments including VI Peel that use chemical solutions to exfoliate skin and improve texture, tone, and pigmentation.
• Genius RF Microneedling Radiofrequency microneedling treatment that stimulates collagen production for skin tightening and rejuvenation.
• Indiba RF Therapy Radiofrequency wave therapy that balances electric potential between dermal and fatty tissues, improving blood flow, collagen stimulation, and skin tightening for body contouring.
• Visia Skin Analysis Advanced 4D skin analysis system that captures detailed images to assess wrinkles, pores, UV damage, and pigmentation to guide personalized treatment planning.
• Obagi Skintrinsiq Facial Medical-grade facial treatment using Obagi skincare products for deep cleansing and skin rejuvenation.
• Semaglutide Weight Loss Program GLP-1 receptor agonist (Semaglutide) injection program for medical weight loss that regulates appetite and improves insulin sensitivity, delivered under physician supervision.
• Tirzepatide Weight Loss Program (Mounjaro/Zepbound) GIP/GLP-1 receptor co-agonist injection (Mounjaro/Zepbound) program that aids weight loss by regulating appetite, slowing gastric emptying, and increasing feelings of fullness under physician supervision.
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (Bioidentical Pellets, Creams, Injections) Bioidentical hormone therapy using pellets, creams, injections, or other methods to address symptoms of menopause, perimenopause, and low testosterone for men and women.
• P-Shot (Priapus Shot) Regenerative treatment for men involving PRP injection into the penis to stimulate blood flow, treat erectile dysfunction, and enhance sexual performance.
• O-Shot Regenerative treatment for women using PRP injection along the clitoris, G-spot, and labia to improve sexual pleasure, function, and address urinary incontinence.
• Emsella Pelvic Floor Treatment Non-invasive treatment for urinary incontinence using electromagnetic energy to stimulate and strengthen pelvic floor muscles.
• TrichoCyte Hair Restoration Hair restoration treatment using advanced cellular technology to promote hair growth and combat thinning in patients experiencing hair loss.
• CryoTouch MD Platform Cryotherapy-based treatment platform for skin rejuvenation and hair restoration.
• DiVa Vaginal Tightening Laser treatment for vaginal tightening and rejuvenation addressing vaginal atrophy and aesthetic concerns.
• Phallofill Penis Enhancement Treatments Non-surgical and surgical procedures for male enhancement including girth enhancement, dermal fillers, and tissue-based techniques.
• Peptide Therapy Therapeutic peptide injections for various wellness goals including muscle recovery, anti-aging, and hormone optimization.
• Nutrafol Hair Growth Supplements Oral supplement system for hair growth and hair loss prevention using clinically studied ingredients.
• Upneeq Prescription Eye Drops Prescription eye drop treatment for acquired blepharoptosis (droopy eyelids) to open and lift the upper eyelid.
• Facial Membership Program Membership program offering regular facial treatments at discounted rates for ongoing skin maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Clinical trials show tirzepatide resulted in 20% reduction in body weight over 72 weeks
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ideal Image: Largest U.S. med spa chain offering injectables, laser hair removal, body contouring, and skin rejuvenation. Directly competes with Potomac on the same service categories with comparable device-based, physician-supervised delivery.
• SkinSpirit: Multi-location medical spa offering injectables, laser treatments, body contouring, and skin rejuvenation under medical director oversight. Closely comparable physician-supervised aesthetic service menu.
• LaserAway: National aesthetics chain focused on laser hair removal, body contouring, injectables, and skin treatments. Comparable direct-to-consumer med spa model targeting similar affluent suburban demographics.
• Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center: Multi-location medical spa offering hormone replacement, weight loss, injectables, and body contouring. Closely comparable medical-wellness hybrid model with physician oversight.
• Restore Hyper Wellness: Multi-location wellness franchise combining IV therapy, cryotherapy, hormone optimization, body contouring, and aesthetics. Comparable medical-wellness hybrid model with membership/recurring revenue emphasis.
• ProMD Health: Maryland-based medical aesthetics practice offering weight management (GLP-1s), hormone therapy, injectables, and body contouring. Directly competes in the same DC/Maryland metro with the same medical-wellness hybrid model.
• Sonterra Med Spa: Texas-based physician-supervised med spa offering injectables, laser treatments, body contouring, and skin rejuvenation. Comparable service mix and physician-led delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• Milan Laser Hair Removal: Largest U.S. laser hair removal chain with medical-grade aesthetic offerings. Overlaps on device-driven, medical-supervised aesthetic treatments but is more specialized in hair removal than full-spectrum med spa services.

Others

• Allergan Aesthetics (AbbVie): Manufacturer of Botox, Juvederm, and CoolSculpting devices that Potomac uses across its service portfolio. Ecosystem supplier relationship rather than direct competitor, but its product roadmap shapes what Potomac can offer.

Regional players

• Capital Laser & Skin Care: Dermatology and medical spa practice in the greater Washington DC/Maryland area offering laser treatments, injectables, and skin rejuvenation. Comparable regional competitor with similar physician-supervised aesthetic offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/PotomacMedicalAesthetics
• Instagraminstagram.com/potomacmedicalaesthetics
• Xx.com/PotomacMed1
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/potomac-medical-aesthetics

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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