Santa Maria Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Event

We had a great turnout Tuesday at Derma Spa Med (www.dermaspamed.com) in Santa Maria for the evening event that I announced in a previous blog post. Dr. Labrecque discussed cosmetic dermatology with several of the attendees, while I discussed plastic surgery procedures. It was a nice, mingly kind of atmosphere, which I much prefer to getting up and putting on a Powerpoint presentation! Plus, it allowed prospective patients to have a "mini-consult" with myself or Dr. Labrecque, which is often not possible with these kinds of events.& In fact, I was there the next day, where I saw several people from the night before to complete a more formal consultation.

Most were women seeking improvement in their abdominal contour, or breast enhancement with implants and mastopexy.  Two women were interested in improving the results of previous blepharoplasty and facelift.  This kind of venue also appeals to the patient who may have some early interest in plastic surgery, or maybe just has a few questions about a procedure they've already had, but would rather avoid the formality of office consult.

All the attendees were offered special discounts on plastic surgical procedures and cosmetic dermatological procedures and products. Nurses Heather and Tui were there to discuss procedures, particularly Fraxel, and there were product representatives from Glytone and Radiesse. The most popular, however, seemed to be the two make-up artists that came to promote Colorescience!

If you'd like to attend a future event like this in Santa Maria or Santa Barbara, either keep checking this blog, or call my office in Santa Barbara and ask to be put on our email list.

Douglas J. Mackenzie, M.D., F.A.C.S.