Episodes

  • If Dr. Portela Started Over
    May 12 2025

    What if Dr. Portela had to start his med creator journey all over again? What would he do? What platform would he be on? How would he create content? Get the inside scoop on how to think like a creator—choosing your audience and platforms to creating engaging content.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

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    28 mins
  • How Dr. Heather Rogers Earned Trust Online
    May 5 2025

    Dermatologist and skincare brand founder Dr. Heather Rogers joins Med Creator 101 and shares how she built a trusted personal brand rooted in honesty, education, and results—without paid partnerships. From running a busy practice to launching products that work, her no-nonsense approach is redefining clean beauty.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

    Dr. Rogers: Instagram: @drheatherrogers | Dr. Rogers Skincare: @doctor.rogers

    Enjoy 20% off your purchase from Dr. Rogers Skincare when you use the code medcreator20 at checkout.

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    27 mins
  • How to Build a Brand Through Community with Said Dabbagh
    Apr 28 2025

    Want to build an authentic personal brand but don’t know where to start? Mimi and Dr. Portela sit down with Said Dabbagh, President of Waldencast Brands and co-founder of Dr. Idriss Skincare, to break down how to define your brand, grow a community, and connect with the right audience.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

    Enjoy 15% off your purchase from Dr. Idriss, Glaze, and Coats Skin when you use the code Medcreator15 at checkout.

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    40 mins
  • 11 Things Every HCP Should Know About Social (in 11 minutes)
    Apr 25 2025

    In just 11 minutes, Dr. Portela and Mimi Banks share 11 things every HCP needs to know. From boosting credibility and staying HIPAA-safe to posting consistently and protecting your mental health, this episode is packed with tips to help you show up authentically, ethically, and effectively.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

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    13 mins
  • Setting Your Rates
    Apr 21 2025

    How much should you really charge in brand deals as a med creator? Dr. Portela and Mimi explain how to set your rates—from considering your follower count to factoring in content creation and editing time. They also discuss how to structure deals, the different types of content brands request, plus common pitfalls to avoid when starting out. Tune in to learn more!

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

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    16 mins
  • Dr. Mamina's First Brand Deal
    Apr 14 2025

    Dr. Mamina joins Mimi and Dr. Portela to talk about her first brand deal — Head & Shoulders. She shares her experience, lessons learned and advice for HCPs who want to land brand deals.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

    Dr. Mamina: Instagram: @dr.mamina | TikTok: @dr.mamina

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    26 mins
  • How Dr. Zubritsky Grew 1.4M Followers on Instagram
    Apr 8 2025

    What does it take to hit 100K followers on Instagram? Dr. Zubritsky breaks down the strategy behind her growth, why community matters, her go-to tools and why she refuses to gatekeep! Simply put- build trust and gain credibility.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

    Dr. Zubritsky: Instagram: @dermguru | TikTok: @dermguru

    Listen to the Skin Deep & Unfiltered podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GzYeZ0yQWdL2eIrpTq5Cr?si=c8a95685f5af4dce

    Skylight Calendar: https://amzn.to/3XEIyVB

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    31 mins
  • Get to Know Dr. Michelle Henry: Dermatologist & News Contributor
    Apr 1 2025

    Dr. Michelle Henry shares her inspiring journey to becoming a Board-Certified Dermatologist, how she carved out a name for herself and became an NBC news contributor. She regularly appears on the Today Show even starred in CeraVe's Super Bowl Commercial. Tune in to see how see made it all happen and how social media has contributed to her success.

    Follow us on Instagram: @medcreator101

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@MedCreator101

    Mimi Banks: @mimibanks | @mbsocial.agency

    Dr. Portela: Instagram: @drdustinportela | TikTok: @drdustinportela

    Follow Dr. Michelle Henry: Instagram: @drmichellehenry | TikTok: @skindoctoks

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    31 mins