Healthy Skin, Healthy Body at Rejuve Medspa
We are proud to be featured in an article written by Amy George for the Newcastle Living Magazine published in their July edition. The article captures the essence of our business philosophy. We are happy to share the contents of the article written below:
Healthy Skin, Healthy Body at Rejuve Medspa
By Amy George
The philosophy of a business often reflects the experiences and interests of its founder. Rejuve Medspa has several core values, one of which is to “treat each person as unique individuals, celebrating their unique qualities rather than trying to standardize beauty.” After working 20 years in emergency medicine, owner Dr. Giao Kaplan made the shift to aesthetic medicine so she could do just that.
As a board-certified emergency physician, Dr. Kaplan managed acute medical issues. She found herself wanting to focus on prevention and wellness with a schedule that would allow her “to spend ample time with patients and to develop continuity of care and personal connections.” An added bonus would be the opportunity to combine her science background with her artistic talents and creativity.
Dr. Kaplan retired from emergency medicine and started working exclusively as an aesthetic physician. Less than a year later, she opened Rejuve Medspa in Newcastle Commons in February 2021. The medical spa offers a wide range of treatments and services, including anti-aging therapies, regenerative medical treatments, and body contouring. The team offers everything from scar and acne revision and hair restoration to cellulite removal and laser skin resurfacing.
Patient experience is at the top of Rejuve’s core values. “Every patient needs to feel special,” said Dr. Kaplan. “We provide a relaxing, comfortable environment in a spa-like setting.” Patients receive customized treatment options with the aim of achieving natural-looking results in the most efficient way. “We educate and engage patients so they can choose the best treatment options in order to achieve their aesthetic goals.”
As Medical Director, Dr. Kaplan prioritizes safety. “We place a strong emphasis on continuing medical education,” Dr. Kaplan shared. The staff stay current on technologies and treatments, thoroughly research their equipment and procedures, and choose products and devices that are “clinically proven to be efficacious based on clinical trials and FDA clearances.”
In addition to the team’s clinical expertise is the safety of the building itself. “Rejuve Medspa was designed and built during the height of the COVID pandemic with safety in mind,” said Dr. Kapan. Rejuve has a special ventilation system specifically designed to filter out bacterial and viral pathogens. Fans and vents in treatment rooms redirect air outside to prevent cross-contamination; though, in keeping with the spa environment, they are hidden behind wood-slatted ceilings.
When asked what she enjoys most about her job, Dr. Kaplan said that she appreciates “interacting and building personal connections with clients and understanding and treating their aesthetic goals.” That sense of connection expands to her staff. “Every member of the Rejuve team is equally valued. We are dedicated to helping one another thrive, learn, and grow.”
Choosing to locate Rejuve Medspa in Newcastle was not a coincidence for Dr. Kaplan. From 2006 to 2013, she and her family lived in the China Falls neighborhood and “we fell in love with the Newcastle community.” Her aspiration to become “known as Newcastle’s premiere destination for healthy skin and body.”
Outside of her career, Dr. Kaplan enjoys architecture and design, drawing, painting, and gardening. Her favorite activity is spending time with her family – her husband Andy and her daughter Zoe and son Anders. Between hip hop dance, Tae Kwon Do and more, the kids keep their parents busy. Together, they enjoy family gatherings and traveling.
Find Rejuve Medspa online at www.rejuvemedicalspa.com or on social media @RejuveMedspaNewcastle. The website details Rejuve’s full menu of body, face, medical and spa services. Book online or call 425-331-9415.
Learn More About Rejuve Medspa
Rejuve Medspa is located at the Newcastle Commons in Newcastle, WA. This area is conveniently close to Seattle, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Sammamish, Issaquah, Renton, and Redmond.