Wouldn’t it be nice to go to one location for a weight loss program, teeth whitening, endocrine-related therapy, skin and hair treatments? Not only would that be a big timesaver, but it would be ideal to have all of your health and beauty related needs managed in one place and under one director. Continuity of care provides personalized treatments, improves outcomes and promotes safety. Here is everything you need to know before your first visit to a medical spa.
What Is a Medical Spa?
A medical spa is a hybrid health center that optimally blends aesthetic medical treatments with day spa treatments and includes 4 elements. Nonsurgical, noninvasive medical services are offered under the supervision of a licensed physician. These treatments are performed by trained and certified practitioners. A licensed health care professional is always on-site.
What Does a Medical Spa Offer?
Medical spas offer services and treatments for men and women and the best locations also offer executive health programs with concierge expertise. Women can enjoy skin treatments and hormonal health enhancements while attending to their individualized diet and weight loss programs. Men also need skin treatments, hormonal health enhancements, facial rejuvenation and weight loss programs. The very best medical spas also offer concierge-quality attention to executives and other busy people who need to stay on top of their game.
Am I Required to See a Doctor First?
Just like at a hospital or a doctor’s office, trained, certified and experienced personnel provide care under the supervision of a physician. Examples of personnel are physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, certified technicians, and aestheticians. Most medical spas want you to meet with the physician prior to initial treatment, but keep in mind that at any time you may ask to speak with the physician.
What Is an Aesthetician?
An aesthetician is also called a licensed skin care therapist and will perform the nonmedical procedures. They will perform cosmetic procedures such as facials, micro-needling, or brow tinting. They may also be able to perform certain chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and radiofrequency treatments for fine lines and wrinkles. All the treatments that involve deeper layers of the skin and require specialized equipment will be done by the physician or other qualified practitioners.
How Do I Know If Spa Treatments Are Safe?
The American Med Spa Association provides compliance regulations, legal and business resources for those who operate medical spas. They answer such state regulated questions as who is allowed to inject Botox, who can own a medical spa and which technician can perform laser treatments or give medication. You have a responsibility to make sure that the medical spa you choose has the experience and resources that are required to deliver safe treatments. Most medical treatments require an in-person exam by a physician or a mid-level practitioner such as a physician assistant before the treatment is performed.
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