Premiere Medispa Advanced Laser of Long Island

Your best friend just called to say she was on her way to an appointment at the “Medispa”.
You hesitated, thought, and said have a great time. Did you really have a good idea of where she was going or why?  The medispa is one of the fastest growing trends in the anti-aging, personal aesthetic arena.  The basic concept of the medispa is to offer the most advanced aesthetic technology to help refresh, restore and rejuvenate your skin all in a relaxed, comforting environment and under the direction of a medical doctor. It is a true blending of the best of science, technology and aesthetics.  Industry organizations estimate that despite their tremendous growth there are only about 1200 true MediSpas in the U.S. today.  We are fortunate that Advanced Laser, one of the premier medispas and the islands number one laser hair center is located here on Long island.

Advanced Laser has been brought to the Roslyn area by Wayne Wertheim, M.D., the owner and medical director.  Dr. Wertheim is a native of the area having graduated from Roslyn High School in 1969.  After completing medical school then his residency training at Winthrop University Hospital he began his practice of primary care medicine at Roslyn Medical Associates. It was working in the primary care field that provided a strong “old fashioned” foundation of Dr. Wertheim’s well respected bedside manner; treating all his patients as if they are family.  His patients say that he has a natural ability of making everyone feel “special” and good about themselves.  After practicing for over 25 years he decided to devote his time and energies to the field of anti-aging and aesthetic medicine which he has studied intensely for the past several years.

“The growth of the medispa has multiple roots” explains Dr. Wertheim.  First we have the aging baby boomers who are all at the stage of life where they want to take action to maintain their youth and youthful looks. As one of them myself, we all want to take 100 years to turn, and look, fifty. Secondly we have a younger population that does not want to wait to show the signs of aging. Instead, they are choosing to begin protective and restorative procedures as early as in their 20’s.  Next we have lifestyle.  Today everyone is desirous of quick fixes.  Our lives require that we don’t lose time from work, family, or recreation especially for elective procedures.  One of the hallmarks of the medispa is that almost all the offered procedures have little or no downtime.  Finally and probably most significantly is technology.  The current research and development in aesthetic medicine continues to allow for newer, safer, quicker procedures that meet the aesthetic needs of the population.  When all of this is wrapped in the relaxing atmosphere of a medispa rather than a stressed, sterile, “sickness” oriented environment of the typical doctors office, yet still a medical office, understanding their growing popularity is clear.”

Prudence Ferrone is the aesthetic care coordinator for Advanced Laser.  She has worked with Dr. Wertheim for the last 10 years. Prudy, also an aging baby boomer, is a “product of the product”. She has personally experienced first hand the many procedures they offer.  She is thrilled to show their clients her “before” photos as she is still in awe of what medical grade skin care products and non-invasive procedures have done for her. “What could be better than going to work each day in a field that is fun, exciting and always different?” Prudy continues  “I love traveling to symposia and conferences around the country with the doctor to learn about new products and technologies.  We then bring these back to our centers where we can put them to clinical use and literally change people’s lives. What a great feeling when you can listen to the concerns of your clients, make suggestions, watch the changes take place and the patient’s self confidence grow”.  Prudy is well known for her ability to concoct individualized aesthetic “cocktails”.  Being well versed in all their procedures she is able to pick and chose the right combination of therapies to produce the desired results.  At Advanced Laser they believe education is the key to satisfy the demands of their clientele and help them understand the difference between their center and others”.

The most popular procedures currently performed at Advanced Laser are the amazing laser lipo suction, Zerona  (non invasive lipo-reduction) laser hair removal, Botox Cosmetic and dermal fillers such as Restylane and Radiesse.  “On the near horizon”, states Dr Wertheim, “is a whole new array of non-invasive therapies.  These include innovations such as body sculpting (targeted non surgical removal of fat, i.e. love handles, bulging thighs, tummy pouch etc), and special lasers that stimulate the re-growth of lost hair”.

All of the procedures at Advanced Laser are performed by licensed professionals with additional training and supervision of Dr. Wertheim.  All injectables and advanced laser techniques are performed by Dr. Wertheim. “We only employ staff that I find to be caring, compassionate and professional” says Wertheim.  We want our clients to feel comfortable and relaxed with both our staff and office. We respect our client’s time and make every effort to see them on time, unlike what they are accustomed to in the typical physician’s office.”  The new location has been impeccably designed by Roslyn architect Matthew Korn.  Using a sophisticated palate of color accented by textures including woods, glass, leather and ceramic feelings of warmth and comfort are reinforced.

Advanced Laser is located at 118 Glen Cove Rd in Roslyn (1/2 mile north of the L.I.E),  516-299-5500.  As always consultations are complimentary. We encourage you to stop in for a tour of the facility to get any questions answered or to just say hi . Please visit the website at www.islandlaser.com