The Velashape treatment device is made by Syneron, the maker of Velasmooth and Refirme. Velashape was recently featured on both Rachael Ray and Dr. Phil.
Velashape in Washington DC
Tina B. West, MD
Dr. Tina B. West is a dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon with years of experience treating a wide variety of skin conditions. Her practice emphasis is on the use of fillers, Botox, and laser treatments to reduce the appearance of aging and photo aging, including wrinkles, sagging and blotchiness.
Dr. Tina B. West is licensed to practice in the District of Columbia and Maryland. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery and the American Society of Dermatologic Laser Surgery. Additionally, she is a member of the American Medical Association and served as Vice Chairperson of the Dermatology Foundation from 1996 to 1999.
An accomplished lecturer and author, Dr. Tina B. West has been published in literature, peer-reviewed journals and books on a variety of topics, including laser resurfacing for the treatment of aging and acne scarring, as well as laser treatment of leg veins, rosacea, and other vascular disorders.
She also participated in phase III FDA trials for the approval of Botox for cosmetic use, and her practice has been selected as a national training center for physician instruction in Botox treatment as well as advanced Restylane injection technique.
Dr. Tina B. West is on the advisory board of Medicis, the company that distributes Restylane, as well as Allergan, the manufacturer of Botox.
Now Offering New Dermal Fillers
-Evolence by OrthoNutrogena
-Prevelle Silk by Mentor Corporation
Interesting plastic surgery and health facts about Washington
Washington DC is located on the Potomac River and surrounded by the states of Maryland and Virginia. Washington DC (aka the District of Columbia) was rated the second best place overall to live only behind Salt Lake City (Places Rated Almanac) and considered the 4th fittest place in America by Men’s Health Magazine.
Washington DC’s economy is dominantly the federal government and tourism. There are many unions, business, professional, and nonprofit organizations which are headquartered in Washington and or the vicinity. For such a small area, there are several colleges and universities including Georgetown University, Howard University, Gallaudet University and the Catholic University of America.
Washington DC has some of the wealthiest neighborhoods in America including Georgetown, Fairfax City, Alexandria Virginia, Arlington VA, Fairfax County, Reston, McClean, Bethesda, Falls Church, Loudoun County, Manassas, Baltimore Suburbs and the Washington Metro area.
Health care in Washington DC is world class including several top ranked Hospitals: Washington Hospital Center and <"http://www.huhosp.org/"> Howard University Hospital both included in US News Best Hospital Report. Also within the immediate vicinity of Washington DC is Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, ranked number #4 in the United States by US News.
Velashape on The Real Housewives of Atlanta - Kim Zolach of Bravo's reality hit The Real Housewives of Atlanta visits Dr. Louis Cole for Velashape, a cellulite reduction treatment.
VelaShape on Real Housewives of New York City - In a recent episode of Bravo's show "Real Housewives of NYC" Ramona is shown receiving a Velashape treatment from Dr. Sharon Giese in Manhattan
Pure Med Spa(TM) adds VelaShape to its menu of non-surgical cosmetic services - Pure Med
Spa announced today that the chain is offering VelaShape to their clients
across the US and Canada. VelaShape is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical
medical device that provides fast and effective results in body contouring and
cellulite reduction in as few as 4 treatment sessions over a thirty day
period.
Disclaimer:For general educational purposes only. Information contained in this Web site is general in nature, and should not be relied on for medical treatment. If you need advice or services, please contact the doctor directly. All photos are of models for decorative purposes unless they specifically mention they are actual before & after photographs.
