Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But what if the beholder wants a little help to look her best?
Denise, left, visits with Dr. Patel, right, on her initial appointment at Lake Nona Ophthalmology’s Med Spa.
Well, if she’s anything like Denise, a longtime Lake Nona resident, she seeks help from a knowledgeable, compassionate expert in her community. As fate would have it, that’s exactly how she found Chirag J. Patel, M.D., a board certified ophthalmologist who happens to be the founder of Lake Nona Ophthalmology and its boutique medical spa known as Med Spa.
Wait a second.
What does ophthalmology have to do with facial aesthetics like Botox and lid lifts? In addition to being one of the oldest medical specialties, ophthalmology specializes in the structure, function, and anatomy of the eyes, the eyelids, and the mid-face from both a medical and surgical perspective.
Many ophthalmologists, like Dr. Patel, have expertise in managing the delicate skin around the eye as well as performing surgery to enhance facial features through state-of-the-art cosmetic procedures.
What is Med Spa?
At Med Spa, Dr. Patel offers so much more than just the surgical aspect of facial aesthetics thanks to a small, dedicated team of specialists that includes an Aesthetician and a Physician Assistant.
Med Spa focuses on a holistic approach to facial aesthetics, which includes skin care, injectables, and surgery. The boutique medical spa provides unique skin care systems such as Obagi specialty chemical peels, and injectables like Botox, Juvederm, and Voluma; in essence, there is something for everyone.
“Together my team and I work to develop an individualized treatment plan for every patient, and that starts with a complimentary consultation,” says Dr. Patel. “We recognize that every person is unique and so are their goals. Our team-based approach helps patients achieve what they want as safely and quickly as possible.”
Dr. Patel says the emphasis at Med Spa is creating a relaxing experience where results are long lasting, and so are relationships.
“I think small offices have that high-class boutique feeling,” says Denise. “After meeting Dr. Patel and my first appointment I’ve been hooked ever since.”
The Personal Touch
Creating a team of facial aesthetic experts is only part of the Med Spa difference. For Dr. Patel, service comes second to none and patients take notice of the welcoming, tight-knit culture at Lake Nona Ophthalmology.
“The staff here has been phenomenal,” raves Denise. “If you call, they talk to you by your first name and when you come in they say, ‘Oh, I haven’t seen you since this date,’ and it’s not because they’re looking at a medical record.”
She is constantly impressed when she calls the office and they remember her and know exactly what she needs. She also says they are very good about working around a busy schedule in order to ensure her needs are met.
“Patient satisfaction is extremely important to myself and everyone in this office,” says Dr. Patel. “Service is paramount to us and we do everything we can to make sure every experience with us, whether it’s on the aesthetic side or the medical and surgical side, is a positive one.”
Innovative Procedures
Med Spa’s menu of services offers the latest in non-invasive facial rejuvenation treatments to highlight each patient’s true beauty.
“Because we’re a smaller office, I think it helps us keep up with the latest innovative treatment methods and procedures for aesthetics,” says Dr. Patel. “We are constantly looking for new and innovative ideas and technology to provide the best experience possible for patients.”
Seeing the Difference
Above all, Denise says the experience at Lake Nona Ophthalmology’s Med Spa with Dr. Patel continues to be one of the best decisions she’s ever made regarding her skin – and her confidence.
“Absolutely, I would refer anyone here,” says Denise. “It’s awesome.”
With a unique combination of personalized, down-to-earth service and the latest technology, it’s easy to see the Med Spa difference.
