Peptide Therapy
Advancing Aesthetic and Longevity Healthcare with Peptide Therapy
What Are Peptides?
Why Peptide Therapy?
As we age, the natural production of key peptides in the body declines, contributing to fatigue, weight gain, reduced muscle tone, poor sleep, joint pain, and visible signs of aging. Peptide therapy addresses this decline by:
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Stimulating collagen production for firmer, more youthful skin
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Enhancing fat metabolism and muscle development
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Improving cognitive focus and memory
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Supporting hormone balance and libido
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Accelerating healing post-injury or procedure
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Promoting deeper, more restorative sleep
Targeted Peptides Available at PFRANKMD
Each peptide is selected based on your wellness goals. Some of the most utilized options in our aesthetic and longevity practice include:
Peptide Therapy for Muscle Growth, Athletic Performance & Recovery
CJC-1295: Promotes natural growth hormone release for fat loss and muscle gain.
Ipamorelin: Enhances recovery and supports lean muscle development.
BPC-157: Speeds healing and reduces inflammation in muscles and joints.
Sermorelin: Boosts natural HGH production with minimal side effects.
Peptide Therapy for Healthy Aging & Skin Repair
GHK-Cu: Improves skin elasticity, firmness, and wound healing.
Thymosin Alpha-1: Supports immune health and inflammation control.
Your expert provider will consider each of your aesthetic and longevity healthcare goals when designing your peptide protocol.
Peptide Therapy Delivery Methods
Peptides at PFRANKMD can be administered in several forms depending on patient preference and clinical goals:
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Subcutaneous injection
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Transdermal cream
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Nasal spray
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Oral tablets or capsules
Who Is a Candidate for Peptide Therapy?
Schedule a Consultation
Peptides are a powerful, scientifically backed tool in the evolving world of aesthetic and longevity healthcare. At PFRANKMD, we’re here to guide you through the latest innovations in regenerative medicine, always with your safety, results, and optimization in mind. Schedule your personalized consultation and discover how peptide therapy can help you feel and look your best.
𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟏𝟎𝟏: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤?
Ellacor uses fractional microcoring technology, a first-of-its-kind, minimally invasive treatment that physically removes tiny micro-cores of skin to improve texture, firmness, and tightness. By precisely extracting thousands of microscopic skin columns, the surrounding tissue contracts and heals naturally, creating a smoother, tighter appearance without surgery or visible scarring.
Unlike traditional energy-based microneedling, Ellacor does not use heat, radiofrequency, or laser energy to stimulate collagen. Instead, it achieves actual skin removal and tightening through mechanical precision, reducing laxity and fine lines more effectively and with less downtime.
This scarless skin removal technology can be used on multiple body areas, including the face, neck, and décolletage, offering patients a powerful alternative to more invasive procedures as the demand for natural-looking, nonsurgical rejuvenation continues to grow.
To learn more, click the link in bio and call our office to schedule a consultation.
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𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 & 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐕𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐦 + 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐚
Stretch marks and skin laxity often develop as a result of pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or the natural aging process. At PFRANKMD, we combine the Vbeam laser and Miria laser to effectively address both concerns.
Miria uses advanced non-ablative laser technology to heat the deeper layers of the skin, improving elasticity and firmness by stimulating new collagen and elastin production.
Vbeam targets redness and discoloration in stretch marks by reducing vascular inflammation and stimulating collagen remodeling for a more even skin tone.
Together, these treatments work synergistically to reduce the appearance of stretch marks and restore smoother, tighter, and more youthful-looking skin with minimal downtime.
To learn more or schedule a consultation, call (212) 327-2919 or click the link in bio.
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𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐉𝐔𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐒
As the weather cools, 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩. Fall is the ideal time for skin rejuvenation, since you are less likely to get intense sun exposure while your skin is in its healing phase. 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞, making this the perfect moment to commit to treatments that deliver real results.
At PFRANKMD, 𝐰𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 that target different layers of the skin to improve sun damage, texture, tone, and overall elasticity. 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐱𝐞𝐥 is a true workhorse for refining tone, fading scars, shrinking pores, and plumping skin. 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐚 delivers advanced resurfacing for pigmentation and fine lines, while 𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫 fractional micro-coring provides powerful tightening and rejuvenation without scarring.
𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐭: repairing summer’s damage, renewing collagen production, and revealing fresh, healthy skin that will carry you through the holidays and into the new year.
📞 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 (212) 327-2919 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐢𝐨 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
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𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐎𝐩 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏: 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧
We are with our patient here one day after her Ellacor micro-coring treatment for facial rejuvenation. She experienced no pain during or after the procedure, with only mild swelling visible in the treated areas. Already, most of the tiny treatment sites have closed, leaving behind subtle pinpoint marks as her skin continues to heal.
With the latest Ellacor device, recovery is faster and more comfortable than ever. Patients can return to their normal routines right away, while avoiding sun exposure for two weeks to protect the skin and prevent pigmentation changes.
Results build gradually over the next 1–6 weeks as collagen remodeling takes place—making Ellacor an ideal pre-event treatment (this patient is preparing for a wedding in January).
Ellacor is the perfect gap procedure for those looking for skin tightening and rejuvenation, without surgery or scars.
📞 Call (212) 327-2919 or click the link in bio to schedule a consultation.
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𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
@dr.connieyang shares our patient’s second round of Miria laser for acne scars. This fractional technology resurfaces the skin to smooth texture and fade even deep scars by stimulating new collagen from within.
Treatments are typically performed in a series, spaced 6–8 weeks apart, allowing the skin to properly heal and strengthen between sessions. Many patients notice improvements in clarity and smoothness after just one treatment, with results that continue to build over time.
At PFRANKMD, our goal is to provide long-term solutions that restore confidence and bring out your healthiest skin.
📞 Call (212) 327-2919 or click the link in bio to schedule your consultation.
𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫: 𝐀 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨-𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐭𝐲
Aesthetic Registered Nurse Natasha Cohen @natashapaige_msn performs and discusses an Ellacor treatment, a first-of-its-kind, FDA-cleared micro-coring device that removes tiny columns of skin to stimulate natural tightening and reduce laxity without surgery. Unlike lasers or radiofrequency that heat the skin, Ellacor physically removes tissue scarlessly—helping improve crepey texture and fine wrinkles.
The treatment is ideal for patients who want to hold off on a facelift or are seeking a minimally invasive option to address skin laxity. With numbing applied beforehand, patients remain comfortable during the procedure. Downtime is typically just a few days, and results build over a series of treatments as collagen remodeling occurs.
This patient has completed three Ellacor sessions and is thrilled with her refreshed, natural-looking results.
At PFRANKMD by Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank, we specialize in advanced, innovative treatments like Ellacor that bridge aesthetic medicine with whole-body health—helping patients look and feel their best, inside and out.
📞 Call (212) 327-2919 or click the link in bio to schedule your consultation.
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Stretch marks form when skin’s elastic fibers are stretched beyond their capacity to repair — often from pregnancy, growth spurts, weight changes, or hormonal shifts.
This patient began treatment while her stretch marks were still red — the optimal time since early-stage marks are easier to treat.
We started with Vbeam to reduce redness, then added Pico to break down pigment and stimulate collagen remodeling. Customized topicals between sessions further enhance results.
Her texture and pigmentation have improved dramatically. On average, it takes 6–10 treatments for significant fading, though the number of sessions depends on the depth, age, and type of the stretch marks.
Every patient is different, which is why we use tailored, advanced technologies to achieve the best outcome.
✨ Treatment performed by Registered Nurse Jennifer Schroder @bomb.ass.skin
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𝐃𝐫. 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐉𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐋𝐏-𝟏-𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬
Written by @phebewahl
GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy are transforming the weight-loss journey for countless patients. But with rapid fat reduction often comes collagen loss, muscle depletion, and skin laxity.
Rather than replacing body contouring, this new era has supercharged demand for advanced nonsurgical treatments. At the 𝐏𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐌𝐃 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠, patients are guided to lose weight in a way that preserves protein, muscle, and elasticity—while restoring natural volume where it’s lost.
𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
* 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞-𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝: GLP-1s bring dramatic results but often deplete collagen, protein, and muscle.
* 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐬
• 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 (Sculptra, Radiesse) to stimulate collagen production and improve skin quality
• 𝐅𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 as the gold standard for natural restoration
• 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐯𝐚 to stimulate new fat growth using donated tissue
• 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐞, an innovation in donated, processed human fat—safe, effective, and off-the-shelf
* 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Dr. Frank emphasizes subtle restoration over artificial enhancement: replacing lost volume naturally rather than creating features patients never had.
* 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Combining collagen stimulation, volume restoration, and tightening technologies for lasting, personalized results.
𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠—turning the side effects of rapid weight loss into opportunities for natural, lasting, and confident results. 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫: true transformation isn’t just about losing weight, but about restoring balance, preserving vitality, and ensuring every patient looks as good as they feel.
Click the link in bio to read the online version of the story.
𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
Nurse Jen provides an in-depth overview of the Ultherapy Prime device, an innovative advancement in non-surgical skin lifting. This updated technology enhances treatment with improved visualization of tissue layers and significantly reduced treatment times compared to earlier versions of Ultherapy.
The procedure uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to penetrate deep into the skin, stimulating the natural production of collagen and elastin—the proteins responsible for firmness and elasticity.
At PFRANKMD, Ultherapy is used on multiple areas where skin laxity is most common, including the lower face, neck, submentum (under the chin), décolletage, abdomen (for patients not candidates for a tummy tuck), and above the knees.
Nurse Jen particularly enjoys treating the abdominal area, where Ultherapy can be combined with Morpheus8 or microneedling for enhanced results. This synergistic approach not only improves tightness but also refines texture and overall skin quality.
With its versatility and efficiency, the Ultherapy Prime device represents a major advancement in non-invasive aesthetics—making it a go-to option for patients seeking natural lifting and tightening without surgery or downtime.
👉 Schedule a consultation with our team at PFRANKMD to learn if Ultherapy Prime is right for you — and click the link in our bio to learn more.
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Featured in “Ozempic Body: Solutions for Sagging Skin” written by @ingridanneschmidt for @hollywoodreporter Reporter
The article explores how rapid weight loss from GLP‑1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro can lead to accelerated facial aging — including sagging skin, hollow cheeks, and a more gaunt appearance. When weight drops quickly, fat volume in the face diminishes, skin loses elasticity, and collagen and elastin production slow down, leaving patients looking older than before.
One of the newer solutions highlighted is Ellacor fractional micro‑coring technology. This minimally invasive procedure uses hollow needles to remove thousands of micro‑cores of skin in a precise, grid‑like pattern while delivering controlled heat. As the skin heals, it tightens and contracts naturally — improving skin laxity, fine lines, and crepiness without the downtime or scarring associated with surgery. For many experiencing “Ozempic Face,” Ellacor can be combined with other treatments like fillers or collagen stimulators to both restore lost volume and firm loose skin.
“I see it every day in my office. A 50‑year‑old patient will come in, suddenly super‑skinny and needing filler for the first time. I ask, ‘How long have you been on Ozempic?’ and I’m right 100 % of the time.” – Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank
By understanding how medications affect skin and facial structure — and knowing that treatments like Ellacor exist — patients can take a proactive approach to maintaining a healthy, natural, and youthful look after weight loss.
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Unbelievable non‑surgical skin tightening results on the abdomen, achieved after two Ellacor treatments.
This advanced micro‑coring technology allows for targeted removal of redundant skin—including that stubborn “little extra skin above the belly button”—and triggers natural skin contraction and collagen regeneration, helping firm and tighten the abdominal area with minimal downtime. Unlike any energy‑based device, Ellacor actually excises microscopic columns of skin without incisions or scarring.
There truly is nothing else that can non‑surgically remove loose skin above the belly button the way Ellacor can.
Call (212) 327‑2919 to schedule your consultation and see if Ellacor is the right solution for your abdominal rejuvenation goals.
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𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲
Tumescent microlipo is a highly refined, minimally invasive technique that uses very small, delicate instruments to gently and precisely remove fat. This meticulous approach allows for superior control, smoother contours, and minimal trauma to surrounding tissue—resulting in less bruising, reduced downtime, and a more comfortable, accelerated recovery.
At PFRANKMD, we often combine our tumescent microlipo procedure with advanced internal skin-tightening technologies such as FaceTite, BodyTite, and Morpheus8 surgical microneedling. These synergistic modalities not only sculpt the face and body but also stimulate collagen production and improve skin laxity from the inside out—providing natural-looking, long-lasting results without the need for traditional surgery.
I often say, “It’s not about looking different. It’s about looking like the best version of yourself.” By focusing on artistry, precision, and comprehensive aesthetic care, our microlipo technique is ideal for contouring small, targeted areas—even in patients with low body fat—while delivering holistic, pro-aging outcomes that align with our philosophy of aesthetic longevity and individualized care.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Peptide Therapy at PFRANKMD
Peptides are small chains of amino acids that act as messengers in the body, instructing cells to carry out specific functions like healing, repair, or hormone release.
Yes. When prescribed and administered under medical supervision using pharmacy-grade sources, peptides are generally well-tolerated and have low risk of adverse effects.
Most patients begin noticing changes within a few weeks. Full benefits are typically experienced after 8–12 weeks of consistent use.
Yes. Certain peptides such as CJC-1295, Tesamorelin, and GLP-1 analogs can support fat loss, improve metabolism, and regulate appetite.
Yes. A full health evaluation, including lab testing, helps ensure your treatment plan is safe, targeted, and effective.
No. Peptide therapy can benefit adults of any age who are seeking to enhance their wellness, athletic performance, skin health, or recovery.
Our approach is precision-based, backed by the latest longevity research, and delivered under the guidance of leading medical experts in the field of aesthetic and functional wellness.