TeleHealth Video Consultations 

At Dr. Q Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, we encourage you to schedule video consultations with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) and her team. In response to the rapidly developing situation about COVID-19 (coronavirus), we are doing everything as per the state guidelines to ensure the health and safety of our patients, including offering video consultations.   

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Practice Social Distancing – Choose a Virtual Meeting 

Whether you are a new patient seeking a discussion about a potential plastic surgery or medical spa procedure, or an existing patient having questions related to surgery follow-up or pre-surgery, we are available to you over the phone and email, and you can also meet us virtually through online video conferencing.  

We will be happy to answer all your questions and concerns, and provide you the appropriate medical and cosmetic advice you are looking for. In the prevailing situation, we understand that communication with our patients is our first responsibility, and we are fully equipped to provide you the best possible telehealth support.  

We are HIPAA-Compliant for Telehealth Services 

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, HIPAA is now temporary allowing video conferencing via popular video communication platforms (which they usually allow only through certain designated sites) for telehealth. Therefore, you may conveniently have a virtual consultation with us on: 

• Skype 
• Apple FaceTime  
• Facebook Messenger Video Chat  
• Google Hangouts Video  

We will continue to ensure your privacy and confidentiality as always, whether you meet us virtually or at our office. To book a virtual consultation, fill out this online form or call us at (760) 537-4579. 

HIPAA Rules Allow Telehealth for All Your Medical Needs 

The Office for Civil Rights at the Department of Health and Human Services, which is responsible for enforcing certain regulations issued under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), has allowed covered medical providers to provide telehealth services to patients through remote communication technologies. 

This exercise of discretion applies to telehealth provided for any reason, and not just the conditions related to COVID-19. This means, we can assess or treat any medical condition using video chat applications while exercising our professional judgment. 

When Will OurOffice Open?

See our office open updates here: https://palmdesertplasticsurgery.com/covid-19-updates/

Laser skin resurfacing is a safe and proven med spa solution to get rid of aging signs on the skin’s surface as well as other skin imperfections. One of the advanced and robust laser technologies is CO2RE, which can provide “fractional” laser resurfacing to revitalize and rejuvenate the skin in a minimally invasive manner. 

Dr. Q Medical Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) provides laser skin resurfacing to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding locations.

How does CO2RE Work?

This innovative technology is called fractionated resurfacing because only focuses on a fraction of the skin within the treatment area to produce pervasive results. By creating small thermal channels or microscopic laser “hot spots” in the affected site, CO2RE laser treatment activates the body’s internal natural healing system to complete the skin rejuvenation process.

Pixel laser light penetrates the top surface of the skin, and goes only up to a minimal depth in the skin tissue. This targeted laser energy triggers the formation of new collagen fibers in the skin. As the microdots in the treated skin sites begin to heal and the collagen remodeling occurs over time, the skin’s volume, inner radiance and youthfulness start showing on the surface.

Healing is faster because the surrounding healthy tissue remains unharmed and stimulates healing of the affected spots. This boosts recovery with minimal discomfort and downtime. The end-result is younger, natural looking and revitalized skin that enhances the overall appearance.

Anti-Aging Benefits 

CO2RE laser skin resurfacing procedure is an ideal anti-aging med spa solution for both women and men. It will improve the overall tone and texture of the skin while creating a healthy, youthful look. 

The following cosmetic skin issues can be successfully treated with CO2RE laser:

• Facial wrinkles and fine lines 
• Sun and wind damage on the skin 
• Enlarged pores
• Dull or sagging skin 
• Stretch marks
• Skin blemishes
• Acne scars and other minor scars 

Safe and Comfortable

CO2RE laser skin resurfacing is a completely safe and non-surgical procedure. A skillful provider can treatment most areas of the body with minimal to no discomfort and temporary, minor side effects. The post-treatment sensation is usually comparable to mild sunburn. 

Results continue to improve from within for up to 12 weeks after the final treatment session. Each treatment session will last for about 30 minutes to one hour. You can receive this treatment in conjunction with other procedures. Most patients may only require two to four treatment sessions to achieve optimal benefits. 

When Should You Choose CO2RE?

If your answer is “yes” to one or more of the following questions, you could attain skin rejuvenation benefits with CO2RE laser skin resurfacing:

• Do you feel your skin looks tired and has lost its glow?
• Does the recent onset of facial wrinkles and fine lines make you appear older? 
• Are you bothered by the appearance of age spots or blotches from sun exposure? 
• Are you self-conscious about enlarged pores? 
• Do you have acne scars? 
• Have you developed stretch marks on your abdomen, buttocks, thighs or other areas?

Dr. Q Medical Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for laser skin resurfacing treatment. 

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in the Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) by clicking here or calling 760-324-2660.

Autologous Lipocyte Micronized Injection or ALMI is a next-generation procedure that utilizes the power of your own stem cell rich adipose tissue along with platelet rich plasma (PRP) to rejuvenate the skin in your hands. This non-surgical med spa procedure called ALMI is a safe and effective way to re-volumize the skin in the hands to make them appear smoother and more youthful. 

Dr. Q Medical Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) provides ALMI injectable treatment to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding locations.  

ALMI Benefits 

The ALMI hand rejuvenation treatment offers a number of benefits, including: 

• Reduction of wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin in the hands
• Restoration of volume and a healthy glow in the hands 
• 100% natural treatment involving the use of your own body tissue and growth factors 
• No risk or adverse allergic response because of autologous tissue 
• Completely non-surgical with minimal to no downtime 
• Results are more sustainable than most types of dermal fillers 

How Does ALMI Hand Rejuvenation Work?

The complete ALMI hand rejuvenation procedure can be comfortably performed at a qualified med spa. Treatment for both hands may be completed in about one to two hours. The ALMI treatment provider will first draw a small amount of fat cells from an area of your body where surplus fat tissue is available (such as, thighs, flanks, or abdomen). 

This fat removal process can be performed using tumescent liposuction, which only involves the use of local anesthesia. Your provider will then process the donor cells to purify them so that they contain the optimize volume of stem cells for successful skin rejuvenation in your hands. 

The provider may also draw a tiny amount of blood to extract PRP growth factors, which can be infused along with ALMI to trigger new collagen growth in the hand tissue. Following the treatment, you can simply return to your workplace or home and continue with your regular daily activities. 

Results with ALMI

Following the ALMI treatment session, you can see noticeable hand rejuvenation results almost immediately. These results will continue to build and improve over time as ALMI growth factors stimulate the formation of new collagen and elastin fibers. This will create volumizing in the thinning hand skin from within, and create a smoother, more natural looking appearance of your hands. 

ALMI hand rejuvenation med spa injectable treatment will create significantly longer lasting results than regular soft tissue fillers and volumizers. With dermal fillers, the results may sustain anywhere from six to 18 months (depending on the type of filler), but with ALMI the longevity of results will be much better because collagen stimulation is involved. 

According to researchers, ALMI results may last from two to five years, and often continue to improve with the passage of time. However, the results may vary depending on the patient’s age and degree of skin laxity in the hands. 

Dr. Q Medical Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for ALMI hand rejuvenation treatment. 

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in the Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) by clicking here or calling 760-324-2660.

Hair loss is a widespread problem among both men and women across the US. It is often the cause of embarrassment, frustration, and loss of confidence, particularly when treatments do not work and the patient wants to avoid a surgical hair transplant. 

ALMI (Autologous Lipocyte Micronized Injection) is a groundbreaking procedure that could be a reliable, all-natural treatment for your hair loss. Whether you are bothered by a balding patch, a receding hairline, or a lack of hair volume and thickness, ALMI med spa procedure can help resolve these issues successfully. 

ALMI treatment is designed to restore:

• Hair Follicles
• Hair Thickness
• Hair Re-growth
• Bald Spots
• Receding Hairlines

Dr. Q Medical Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) provides ALMI treatment to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding communities.  

Procedure

With the ALMI technique, you will receive targeted treatment in the affected areas using your own healthy cells to trigger the regeneration of hair follicles during their growth cycles. The hair restoration expert can perform this procedure in a comfortable med spa setting, while using only local anesthesia to numb the treatment site and harvest site. 

The entire treatment session is usually completed in about one hour or less. Your provider will first harvest a small amount of fatty cells from either the flank or abdominal area. This will be done manually with tumescent liposuction technique, which involves only a very tiny cut and a very small needle or cannula. 

In addition, a tiny amount of blood will be drawn, which will then be spun in a centrifuge to separate PRP (platelet rich plasma) growth factors. Once your own body cells and PRP are drawn and preserved, the recipient site in your scalp will be prepared. Following a local anesthetic, the provider will inject the ALMI and PRP with a thin needle, similar to what is used for dermal filler injections. 

You will be able to see noticeable results during the next hair growth cycle. These results will continue to improve with each cycle of hair growth, and you can achieve the desired hair restoration without any surgery or medication.

Science behind ALMI Injections

The adipose tissue in human body is composed of fat cells or lipocyctes. These lipocytes are vital for physical support, energy storage, and metabolism. 

The hair follicles are present in close proximity to the surrounding adipose tissue within the deeper skin layers. Research studies have increasingly shown that there is a strong correlation between hair follicle growth and regeneration and the presence of adipose tissue. 

When this adipose tissue or fat is redistributed using autologous microfat or nanofat grafting techniques, it can stimulate the repair and regeneration process in the recipient sites, helping in new hair growth.

Researchers are now supporting this area of Biocellular Regenerative medicine that is using adipose tissue effectively to make a positive impact on hair follicle cycling in patients who are in the early stages of hair loss and balding.

Dr. Q Medical Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for ALMI hair restoration treatment.

For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in the Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) by clicking here or calling 760-324-2660.