Reliable Supplies for High-Volume Aesthetic Clinics

Begin with the procedures you do most frequently.

In order to determine what some of your top-selling treatments are, as well as the types of supplies needed for those services, I will list several of your most popular treatments. For each treatment, I will also indicate what supplies are used both prior to, during, and after the service. I will include a variety of smaller products that may not always come to mind, such as applicator tools, protective products and preparatory materials. While the main treatment products themselves are typically at the forefront of our minds when we think about providing a service, it is easy to forget about the smaller products that play an important role in the overall process of delivering a quality service.

Ask employees to determine which items require exact specifications and which have acceptable alternatives. Include both types of items on your ordering sheet. This will allow the clinic to order again with confidence after demand has increased and not be forced to make product decisions quickly.

Before you make large purchases, make sure to check all of the information about the products you intend to purchase.

It isn't just about a brand name; you need to check if the product is right for your clinic. You should check the manufacturer, packaging contents, size, recommended usage and storage instructions to make sure they match with the products that have been approved by your team. You should also find out what documentation and batch information are available for any applicable products.

Before committing to a large order, do this. The cost of an error in the pack size or specifications of a product may be significant, especially if you have many appointments. Product validation is especially important when selecting medical consumables for aesthetic clinics from a new vendor.

Test If Supply Will Be Able To Match Demand

Ask suppliers about product stock availability and standard shipping times for items you order regularly. What do you do if a product is temporarily out of stock? How does the supplier notify you of delays? Predictable shipping is essential when you have limited time on your schedule to accommodate product shortages.

Use the amount of treatment you use to create a reorder point and an adequate amount of inventory that is available. Then compare these numbers to the time it takes for your products to be delivered. Don't assume all your ordered items will be delivered right away. These two steps will help high-volume clinics make planned orders rather than having to depend on emergency replacements.

Why would you select the Elumia Med Store?

Elumia Med Store is an online store that provides medical and aesthetic supplies to clinics. They have everyday clinic consumables as well as aesthetic care products. Before you place a repeat or large volume order, use your approved purchasing list to see what products are available on our site, verify product information and determine if the item you wish to purchase is in stock.

Final Thoughts

High-volume clinics need to ensure their supplies will meet treatment needs and that they have access to them when needed. When ordering supplies for your clinic, you must carefully check each product, determine how often you need to order based on how fast the supplies are used, and evaluate the delivery of those supplies. Having a consistent ordering process allows your team to remain ready as appointments increase.