Steven E. Rasmussen, MD

1-  Choose clinics where there is an experienced MD on the site at all times supervising or performing your treatment.

2-  You should meet with the physician prior to deciding what treatment you want or need...NOT just the technician, aesthetician or nurse.

3-  Do not select your "clinic" or "med spa" for any procedure base on price.  As the old adage goes..."most times you will get what you paid for."

4-  You should ask questions about the equipment to make sure the equipment is up-to-date and will provide you with the results that you desire.  Also, find out if they own their equipment or do they rent it.

5-  Make sure to ask about all the risks not just the potential benefits.   Knowing everything about the procedure is important.

6-  If you are feeling pressured to purchase or to do more than what you want, I would go somewhere else for a second opinion.  Your doctor should only be presenting you with all your options and allowing you to make the choices about your beauty and health.  If he or she is acting more like a salesman, your best interest is no longer their priority.

I hope that helped.
Dr. Rasmussen