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Cosmetic surgery abroad: finding the right surgeon

I am on a tight budget but want nose surgery. My research has uncovered lots of agencies that help finding a doctor internationally where our dollar is stronger and hospitals are less costly. One is called Med Journeys, another is...
Asked by Ted near Denver | 71 days ago | 6 Answers

Should I go to a medical spa franchise?

I have heard medical spa franchises just want to sell their patients on procedures rather than spending the time to find a treatment that will work for the patient (regardless of whether it is offered at their spa). Is it safe to go to a...
Asked by Dawn | 178 days ago | 2 Answers

Does a medical spa have to be part of a doctor's office?

Do they have to have a medical...
Asked by Samantha | 174 days ago | 3 Answers

Microdermabrasion for acne: do medical spas and dermatologists use same treatment?

My 20 year old daughter has had acne for many years. No other treatment has worked. A dermatologist has recommended microdermabrasion. She has dark spots under her skin. Is there a difference between microdermabrasion performed by a...
Asked by LeslieES | 181 days ago | 1 Answer

Will I get the same quality of care in a medical spa as I would in a doctor's office?

If I go to a medical spa for a laser treatment or Botox injection will I get the same level of care as I would in a traditional doctor or dermatologist's...
Asked by Jessi | 178 days ago | 6 Answers



Are medical spas and laser centers the same thing?

How do I know that the equipment there is current, or if I am getting a fair...
Asked by Mandy | 174 days ago | 1 Answer

How do I know the people giving treatments in a medical spa are good, or that the treatments are good?

My doctor opened a spa in town that offers injections, lasers, SmartLipo and skincare.  How do I know the people giving treatments are good, and that the treatments are...
Asked by Heather | 174 days ago | 1 Answer

Is a medical spa worth it?

You made the decision-- you had a cosmetic treatment done at a medical spa.  Looking...
Asked by realself editorial team | 173 days ago | 1 Answer

Are medical spas safe?

I've heard about medical spas doing botox, dermal fillers and laser treatments. Is it safe to visit a medical spa for these types of...
Asked by Amanda | 178 days ago | 2 Answers

What qualifies a spa to be a medical spa?

There seems to be a growth in medical spas, but I have heard many of them don't even have a doctor there on a regular basis. If it is not having a doctor on site, what exactly qualifies a spa as a medical...
Asked by Jessica | 178 days ago | 2 Answers

Is microdermabrasion the same at a hair salon/spa as at a dermatologist or medical spa?

My hair salon/spa is now offering microdermabrasion.  Is this the same I would get from a dermatologist or in a medical...
Asked by Tiffany | 174 days ago | 0 Answers