Goldcoast Medspa

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GOLDCOAST medspa, Ltd.
Enhance your natural image with the latest medical technology in a setting of spa-like nurturing. In a world where special treatment sometimes seems a thing of the past, GOLDCOAST medspa, Ltd., Chicago's first medspa offers an alternative. Founder and Clinical Director, Julie Hoff, RN, invites her clients to experience one-on-one caring and individualized consultations for medically based procedures.

Ms. Hoff and the GOLDCOAST medspa, Ltd. nursing staff operate under the medical direction of Dr. Erika Ugianskis.
Located in Chicago's renowned Gold Coast neighborhood, GOLDCOAST medspa, Ltd. services include Laser Hair Removal, Botox®, Dermal Fillers including Restylane®, ReNewe™ Skin Rejuvenation, ReShape™ Cellulite Reduction and Body Contouring, ReFirme™ Wrinkle Reduction and Skin Tightening, Microdermabrasion, Spider Vein Removal, Sun and Age Spot Removal, Chemical Peels, and Permanent Cosmetics. We also carry an exciting line of skin care products and LATISSE® Lash Treatment.
GOLDCOAST medspa, Ltd. Staff

Certified Laser Specialist, Rocky Mountain Laser College
Certified Derma Technician: The Greater Chicagoland Area For Microdermagraphics 2000
Certified Advanced Intradermal Technician

Julie Hoff, RN, is the owner and clinical director of GOLDCOAST medspa, Ltd. Ms. Hoff has extensive clinical experience with laser-based procedures; advanced skin care regimens; Botox® and dermal fillers, and permanent cosmetics. In the ten years since she found GoldCoast medspa, Ms. Hoff has performed thousands laser hair removal procedures and light-based skin treatments for satisfied clients.
On going medical education is critical in this technology-driven field, and Ms. Hoff, a designated trainer for select laser companies, regularly participates in advanced training provided by laser manufacturers, medical associations, and physicians groups. She has attended the following courses:
Advanced Training in:

Advanced Botox Injection Techniques
Advanced Certification in LIPOLITE™ Non-Surgical Liposuction and Cellulite Improvement
Advance Restylane Injection Techniques
Certificate of training in FotoFacial RF™, Pro Aurora, Polaris, Gallaxy, E-Max, E-Laser and E-Light technology, Laxity Vector Therapy, and Wrinklelite® procedures
Laser Safety: Beyond Signs and Goggles, taught by the American Society for Laser Medicine and the Surgery Laser training institute, a training division of the Professional Medical Education Association

Prior to owning her own business, Ms. Hoff practiced intensive care nursing, which involved the daily use of high-technology, life-saving procedures in the care of acutely ill patients.
Medical Director: Dr. Erika Ugianskis
Dr. Erika Ugianskis is a board certified Interventional Radiologist (IR), who uses the latest minimally invasive procedures, that were once only dreamed of, to heal patients with a variety medical conditions, including varicose veins, uterine fibroids, spinal fractures, and many cancers. She is a pioneer in advancing minimally invasive modern medicine, applying her skills as an IR to the field of cosmetic medicine. The advantages of IR procedures include shorter recovery times, greater patient safety, lower risk of complications, and quite often a great reduction in pain and discomfort. Trusted by doctors of many specialties, Dr. Ugianskis has served at some of the top hospitals in Illinois and Indiana.
Dr. Ugianskis’ approach to vein and skin treatments comes from her love of healing and of being a successful patient of some of the treatments she offers. As a woman and mother, she knows first-hand the importance of good health and positive self image and how her skills as a physician can improve both of these for her patients.
Dr. Ugianskis is a member of the Society of Interventional Radiology; and a member of: the American Medical Association; and is currently serving on the Women’s Board of the American Cancer Society.
Dr. Erika Ugianskis first graduated from the University of California at Los Angeles with both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Kinesiology. She then earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago; and served her internship in internal medicine at Evanston Hospital of Northwestern University, Evanston. She then completed her residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago; and pursued her Interventional Radiology Fellowship at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center, Chicago.
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Gold Coast Med Spa, 1 East Erie, Suite 510, Chicago, Illinois 60611