In most states, it’s required to have a physician in charge of a med spa—on paper. But unfortunately, this doesn’t always guarantee that a physician is onsite during business hours, overseeing your treatment protocols and training nurses, physician assistants, aestheticians, and other staff.
Ziba Medical Spa is a physician-supervised medical spa under Dr. Kiya Movassaghi, and we care about helping our patients make safe choices. For those of you who can’t make it to our Eugene office, here’s what you need to know about choosing a safe med spa for your Botox®, laser treatments, fillers, and similar non-surgical treatments.
Med spa treatments = medical procedures
When you step into a med spa for a treatment, whether it’s for Botox®, laser treatments, or fillers, you’re not just undergoing a cosmetic “tweak” but a medical procedure. These treatments require a deep understanding of human anatomy, precise technique, and the ability to foresee and mitigate potential complications.
Treatments like dermal fillers can be dangerous if injected improperly into a blood vessel. Treatments like CoolSculpting, while they may appear straightforward, require a highly-trained technician who understands the safe, effective use of the device—in fact, a recent study found that complication rates of non-surgical fat reduction were exponentially higher at medical spas than at physicians’ offices.
At Ziba Medical Spa, every procedure is grounded in medical science and trusted by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi.
Our medical staff have top-level training & unmatched experience
The quality of your treatment depends significantly on the expertise of the person performing it. All of our medical staff, including Nurse Injectors, Physician Assistants, and Advanced Medical Aestheticians are handpicked and trained under the direct supervision of Dr. Movassaghi.
Our team not only possesses the required certifications, but also brings a wealth of experience and continuous, up-to-date training in the latest techniques and treatments. We consider ourselves specialists in the cosmetic treatments we offer—our services are here to stay, not just the trending treatment of the month.
Emergency preparedness for your safety
In the rare event of an adverse reaction or emergency during a treatment, immediate response is crucial for your safety. Ziba Medical Spa is equipped with the necessary medical equipment and protocols to address any unexpected situations promptly and effectively. Our staff is trained in emergency preparedness for a swift and professional response.
Treatment selection
Choosing the right treatment is as important as the treatment itself. At Ziba Medical Spa, we believe in a personalized approach to cosmetic enhancement. During your consultation, your provider will evaluate your specific concerns, goals, and medical history to recommend the most appropriate treatments. Our wide range of services means we can offer tailored solutions that align with your unique needs and expectations—not a cookie-cutter treatment.
Some options include Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling for more even, firm skin texture; Hydrafacial for a brighter complexion and gentle pore extractions; or dermal fillers for volume loss or deep lines.
From the moment I arrived for my initial consultation, I knew I was in good hands. Dr. Movassaghi and his staff are kind, helpful and informative, tailoring each treatment to my specific desired outcome with careful consideration of my skin health.
—5-star Google review
Professional before and after photos & consultation process, at the same level we provide for plastic surgery patients
At Ziba Medical Spa, we maintain the same high standards for our consultation process and documentation as we do for our plastic surgery patients. Professional before and after photos are often a part of this process, providing you with clear, realistic expectations of the results you can achieve based on our own previous patients.
These photos, coupled with a thorough consultation, help you to start off well-informed and confident in your treatment choices. Our goal is to create a transparent, supportive environment where you feel empowered to make the best decisions for your beauty and health.
References »
- Gibson J, Greif C, Nijhawan RI. Evaluating Public Perceptions of Cosmetic Procedures in the Medical Spa and Physician’s Office Settings: A Large-scale Survey. Dermatologic Surgery. 2023 Jul 1;49(7):693-696. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000003811.
- The 2022 Medical Spa State of the Industry Executive Summary in Context. https://americanmedspa.org/blog/the-2022-medical-spa-state-of-the-industry-executive-summary-in-context.
- Safety concerns in med spas with little to no physician involvement. https://www.asds.net/skin-experts/news-room/press-releases/safety-concerns-in-med-spas-with-little-to-no-physician-involvement.
- Who Can Own a Medical Spa? https://americanmedspa.org/blog/who-can-own-a-medical-spa.
All of our staff at Ziba Medical Spa are trained by Dr. Movassaghi, a renowned Eugene board-certified plastic surgeon with a top-level understanding of anatomy and cosmetic treatments. See the difference for yourself: schedule your appointment at our Eugene office by calling 541-686-8700 or filling out the contact form below!