This isn't funny at all that you would try to capitalize on federal employees during their weakest moments. People can't pay their bills due to us not getting paid. If we can't pay our mortgages and primary bills due to lapse in federal funding, what makes you think we can afford a cosmetic surgery procedure. I would have more respect for your practice if you were just sending out a marketing brochure, but the fact you purposely named it government shutdown special is tasteless and disrespectful lacking empathy as we (hundreds of thousands) struggle. You really should be ashamed of yourself. Expect a bad review. Please remove me and my contact from your clientele prospect list. read more

Heron Med Spa - It's clear you didn't think that through if you think it's not offensive to not just me but all federal employees. - Medical Spas Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

He doesn't give results for your money. Please find another plastic surgeon. One which is Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Check court cases & Board of Physicians. Do not refer anyone to Dr Roy Heron. He will do an incomplete job and then charge you additional money to finish what you already paid. Check his reviews. And when you make a compliant. His wife will target you. Listen to the other bad reviews. I wished I had. Beware. Beware. Shop around. read more

This business purports to be a med spa run by three professionals. The truth is, "doctor" Heron is a graduate of a sketchy chiropractic school--he studied "podiatry" via foot massage. his background: https://www.vahealthprovider.com/results_edu.asp?License_No=0101031092 This is his claim to education: Grad School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine - Nashville TN Year Completed: 1977 He claims to be a "cosmetic surgeon," but he is not listed on the national website: https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/find-a-cosmetic-surgeon-near-you/ His wife, Barbara, has NO medical training, and yet does "vaginal rejuvenation," IPL, and many more surface treatments with lasers, without medical training. The injectionist is an anesthesiologist by day, who administers Botox and fillers in the evenings and Saturdays. Run! read more

Thank you, Dr Linda! She's super sweet and truly wants to provide the best experience. I had to go back for a touch up and she went above and beyond. This is my new spa for all of my facial/injectable needs! read more

RUN AS FAST AS YOU CAN ! HERON THE BOTCHER ! He does not deserve not even one star...Please do your research , this individual does not deserve the title of doctor ! He left me with scar tissue , horrible burn on my skin , and worst of all a dented lop sided belly where he suction way too deep on one side , my stomach will never be the same . As a result i had to go to a REAL PLASTIC SURGEON to get a tummy tuck (i had a hard time finding a surgeon because of the severe damage to my belly ), and even tho the real surgeon did a great job and was able to remove the burn skin n the big dent on my stomach , i still need procedures to smooth out the damage Heron did to my belly . I can go on about my horrible experience at HERON MED SPA , Dr.ROY HERON , Mrs Heron (very rude lady) but my review would be way too long .PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS MAN AND HIS SO CALLED MED SPA!!!!! read more

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My first mistake was choosing this practice when the Dr. sent me a quote sheet for AN ENTIRELY DIFFERENT PATIENT! HELLO, HIPPA?!?! The woman could sue! I will be contacting her to let her know. My second mistake was agreeing to pay this place via wire transfer since they "weren't accepting credit card payments the day of surgery" when I had already put down a deposit, the contract CLEARLY stated I could pay by credit card, AND the receptionist said I could pay by credit cars no problem. The receptionist then was on maternity leave and they told me I had no choice but to pay by wire or certified funds. Hindsight is 20/20 - people probably call their credit card companies left and right to fight charges from this place. Before I start - I wore my compression garnet 24/7 and massaged exactly according to instructions every single day. I did EVERYTHING exactly as explained to me and noted in the paperwork. My results are due to the lack of skill from Dr. Heron. I 100% did NOT get the service I paid for. I am left needing a revision procedure that is going to cost me $10,000 - almost triple what I paid for a lower abdomen and love handle lipo procedure in June. Dr. Heron claims I didn't understand what a "love handle" was and it took weeks to get a response to my concerns and to schedule a follow up appointment to express my concerns. No one followed up with me per their surgery instructions after my surgery AT ALL and I had to reach our multiple times because I couldn't get a response and no one answered their phones. I finally met with the doctor and showed him my horribly uneven body and awful shape, not smooth at all, and he again insisted I didn't understand what a "love handle" was - okay, but why would you leave someone with such an awful shape?! As a professional, he should have let me know PRIOR to spending thousands that I would be left disfigured because he would not address my main area of concern in the procedure he sold to me. He said he would get back to me before weeks end with a quote on my revision. I thought maybe it would be a couple hundred to cover supplies... no. This took almost 3 weeks to receive, and he wanted to charge me ANOTHER $1K+ to FIX my body... WHAT?! Not to mention my abdomen is uneven and I have a very harsh line across my entire panty line where it is SO obvious I had lipo done above it. Another reviewer mentioned the same. I went to a well known BOARD CERTIFIED surgeon in the area for a consult for a revision procedure last week and he could not believe that a surgeon did this to me and didn't offer to correct it for free - he said I was completely uneven, and half of my love handle was not addressed leaving me with a ridiculous shelf of fat on each side, and my transitions were atrocious. This looks even worse in person, because there is such a harsh line between the start and stop. Worth noting - the pair bickered at my bedside throughout my procedure and Mrs. Heron even touched my boyfriends stomach when he picked me up and said "maybe you'll be next!" SO unprofessional and my boyfriend was SO uncomfortable. I am ashamed that I trusted this place and I will be getting my money back. read more

My experience at the center was amazing the doctor he is very easy to talk to and very down to earth and the cost was very affordable the staff is wonderful very polite and very helpful read more

Heron Med Spa - This doctor is amazing no pain and my results are outstanding - Medical Spas Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

He didn't finish my stomach and when I went back to see about him doing my lower stomach over he demanded that I pay him again "because he will not go back in for free" even though HE didn't do the job the first time and the worst part is he refused to acknowledge that he messed my stomach up when you can clearly see the fat the he missed read more

I just wanted to jump on here and let everyone know what a great experience I had! DR. Myers is amazing and so friendly. I recieved dysport and a filler, my forehead looks wonderful and my crows feet are almost completely gone. I also love that the filler makes underneath my eyes look great! They were sunken in and now, it's only been a week and they look great! I highly recommend Heron Med Spa, I will be going to Dr. Myers for all my needs. read more

Worse place ever! I got smart lipo about 40 days ago and there's no difference in look or weight! Dr heron and his wife are rude and only about money! After my procedure no one reached out to me and they didn't even remember my procedure. Please read reviews before going Here...this place is fraudulent. My stomach is lop sides and no fat was removed! I'm Bigger now then before the surgery! I was also not given any "special diet plans" after my surgery I was forgotten! read more

I've been a client,spent 5000 in past and contacted them to use a Groupon for 150 $ and refused service,,, and said it's 300 $ and couldn't use it ?? As I had been a patient 2 years ago ?? So sent me away for 150 $ difference??? So you send a returning customer for a lose of 150 $?? As many other's companies are retaking them in this economy .There are spas on every corner offering the same ...will absolutely not ever return not good customer service as a return customer. read more

I had an OMG moment when I read the reviews and saw some of the posted pictures from patients! Thank you to everyone who posted your experience with this doctor, it will help a lot of people like myself who nearly purchased a service on Groupon. This is why I read reviews! read more

Dr Khal is seriously the best. I went in for some Botox. I was fairly nervous but he calmed me down and reassured me. He wasn't hungry to sell me on anything he was willing to wait until I was ready. He's a great man and I love the office it's very clean and pretty. So I updated this review Bc since my last visit I discovered that Dr. Khal is no longer there. It's An odd set of occurrences and I don't know if I will be back read more

Very unhappy with results. Worse than before I went. I was talked down to here, the nurses clearly didn't bandage me correctly and everything is uneven. Asked the doctor to come see him and he told he would get back with me and never did. Look elsewhere if you consider having any work done. This changed my life for the worse. read more

PLEASE BEWARE OF THIS DOCTOR (DR. HERON). Please do your research!! I contacted Dr. Heron after my surgery 3 times about the peeling/scab on my stomach. He intended to tell me it was bruised/infected but never told me it was a burn. I got worried after the third time I went to see him and he stated to me it was infected, he took a picture and said to me "I am going to send this to my doctor friends and see what they think". That comment I then said, I am going straight to urgent care. I went to urgent care and the doctor stated I was severely burned and at the time pus was coming out of my wound. The doctors cleaned me up and bandaged me back up. From there the doctor sent me to my dermatologist who then stated that my wound needed to be reopened and drained. She mentioned to me that I was burned really bad and it has now turned into a eschar. At that time my dermatologist cleaned my wound and sent me straight to the Wound Care Specialist where I was being treated in their office from the end of June to November. With the wound care specialist I had my wound reopened and drained etc. I had the scabs picked off by my the doctor and I couldn't take a shower for almost 5 months due to the open wound. The pain and embarrassment I was and still am suffering from what I went through HURTS ME TO MY HEART. What hurts the most is that this doctor can't own up to his mistake etc. Now, I am living with a huge keloid on my stomach because of this doctor negligence. Please look in the picture section and see some of my wounds. I have over 180 pictures of what I went through from the surgery to my end point with the Wound Care Specialist. Not to mentioned, I am still going through treatment. I will fight because I don't think anyone should have to go through what I went through especially with this doctor not caring. If I have to go to news stations, I am. I am going to do any and everything to get my pictures and story heard. I am going to FIGHT.. I have every right to. Especially for what I went through and still going through. PLEASE BEWARE OF THIS DOCTOR.. THINK TWICE. I saved two ladies from going to him just this weekend especially after seeing my photos.. for those ladies that still go to see this doctor, good luck and I will pray for you!! thanks. read more

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These people are rude and condescending, on top of having the most restrictive hours that make it virtually impossible to get an appointment in. The prevailing tone of the receptionist that I spoke to was that they were doing me a favor. I called to indicate that I was running late (as I was sitting in traffic on the beltway to the sterling location, something totally beyond my control), when the receptionist told me she could basically do nothing to help even though I was 15 minutes away. I found her demeanor to be very dismissive and rude, and particularly unhelpful, as I was calling with the intention of finding a solution. However, the hours are so restrictive it would be virtually impossible to come to quick resolution. This is after I had been calling for two weeks to get an appointment. If you are going to offer a groupon, put systems in place to honor it. I would advise individuals looking to use these types of services to look elsewhere, where they will respect your money and your time. If you got a groupon, call and get a credit. read more

Heard that Dr. Khal isn't working there anymore and he was the only reason to come to this place. When I was there I observed Dr. Heron's wife behind the front desk and she was so rude that I'd never go back. read more

I was extremely pleased with my SmartLipo procedure with Dr. Heron. The staff was very professional and informative. My procedure went very smoothly with minimal to no discomfort. My postoperative experience was without incident. I was given specific instructions which I followed as directed. Most importantly, I look marvelous. I do not regret having my Smart Liposuction. Thanks again, Dr. Heron! read more

Mary Beth Brubeck is fantastic! I've been going to Heron for a few years, and although I was sad to hear Dr. Khal has left, I'm so glad they brought on Mary Beth. She is excellent! She was honest yet gentle in her assessment of what sort of injectables we should choose, and her use of them was fast and relatively painless. I've seen a lot of different clinicians for Botox over the years (thanks, Groupon ) but Mary Beth has been the BEST ever. read more

I have been going to Heron Med spa for injectables for a few years. I was sad when Dr. Khal left, but I have to tell you his replacement is superb! Mary Beth is knowledgeable and very easy to talk to. She corrected the Spock effect that had occurred from past injections. Her approach has given me the best results and I'm glad I didn't leave this spa. Definitely a satisfied customer! read more

I went to see Mary Beth for some preventative dysport in my forehead and am very pleased with the results! I usually fly to my hometown in southern CA to get any beauty treatments done but I needed to find a place in the DC area. The spa is in Old Town Alexandria and is lovely, I will be coming back! read more

If I could give this place zero stars I would. Please please do yourself a favor and do not see this Dr. let me share my experience with you all so you don't even contact the office. The Dr asked for an EKG to clear my mom for surgery. Since I was busy I asked if they did it in the office and they said yes and scheduled her an appt.The nurse that did it had no idea about what she was doing and had horrible attitude. She then processed to tell me the EKG results were abnormal and that she needs to see a cardiologist. I panicked and called a family member that is a cardiologist . He told me the test had multiple artifacts and that it was done incorrectly. I told the surgery scheduler and she immediately agreed to give me a refund. The entire staff knew their machine did not work and that they did not have a skilled nurse to do the test. Then, the scheduler almost harassed me with constant messages asking me to pay for the surgery before my mom was even cleared to have the surgery.Dr.Heron or his wife Barbra did not contact at all to apologize about the EKG.They ended up using the money for a lab work without consulting me and never gave me a refund. Please do yourself a favor and look for a more professional Dr and staff, before you regret it. read more

I have visited Dr, Khal three times already, and cannot say one negative thing about this practice. They are very professional and I can always get an appointment when I need it. I do like to schedule a week in advance, so that probably helps. Looking forward to my return ! read more

I have a laser session with Barbara for some old surgical scars. The session was great Barber explained the procedure went well and she seems very knowledgeable about different lasers and Laser techniques. I'm looking forward to seeing my results soon and going back for another session. read more

I found this center due to a recent living social promotion after trying to lose these last 20 lbs of baby weight before my Spring trip to Cancun. I have NEVER met a doctor who cared less or listened less to his patients than Dr. Heron. It was the WORST hundred bucks ever spent. First, i called for 2 weeks, leaving 3 messages before recieving a call back. Then i had to wait another 3 weeks to be scheduled in..as their Sterling office is only open like Mondays and weds. mornings. On the day of my appointment, Dr. Heron was giving a lecture to another 2 "living social" voucher folks. There was NOTHING personable about his demeanor. He just had a narccasistic attitude about himself. If anyone asked a question, he wouldn't elaborate, just kinda snubbed peoples questions..saying "you can ask questions after the lecture"..which, might I add, we never had a chance to ask (as he was too busy trying to push his latest invented product). He didn't take photos and measurements, check body fat % or come up with a personalized nutrition plan..as promised. After leaving, i went home and really read the lviving social voucher I purchased. I called Dr. Heron and explained to him that I didn't feel like I recieved what was advertised in the promotion...maybe thinking he'd tell me to come back and take measurements or something..... He commenced to get an attitude and say..." personalized nutrition plans are $600, not a measley $99, I have been doing this for 31 years and didn't even charge a hundred bucks then....if you don't like it, don;'t come back"! and hung up on me..... WHAT THA #$%^@? Needless to say, I didn't go back. I called living social right away and refunded the promotion for living social credit... THANX LIVING SOCIAL. If I had to give advice to Dr. heron, it would be... don't be a know it all... really listen to people and their concerns about the sensetive topic of weight loss... one program does not suit EVERYBODY...whether you've been in the buisness 31 years or not. Any advice to potential customers..... Don't go to Doctor's weight loss Centers...go to Physician's Weight Loss Center for a more comprehensive/ less expensive money hungry program. And if you have already purchased your Living Social voucher....refund it for living social credit....maybe then you can give your money and buisness to a merchant that values you patronage. read more

I've treated at this center for the past 2 years. Dr. Heron and his staff have been nothing but kind, efficient and professional. After checking out several centers/options, I chose to go with this group. They were extremely patient and informative when I inquired about their programs and Smartlipo. I even brought several friends with me and we each had the Smartlipo procedure done. The price was right and the results were tremendous. I had to do my part for continued weight loss but I can't say enough about the results. I'm now in my 40's and am now the same size I was in my 20's. I never had a flat belly until now, after Smartlipo. Thanks Dr. Heron! read more

Dr. Heron is very nice, explains the diet and process well and seems to care about his patients. Mindy as well is fantastic at the front desk. Stay far FAR FAR away as you can from Dr. Heron's wife Barbara; she is very rude to customers, terrible level of service, speaks to customers in a belittling manner, cold reception and just lousy overall to deal with. read more

I have been injected by Dr. Khal twice. The first time he tole me if I come back, do not buy the groupon. He stated he would honor the groupon price. That didn't happen. He charge me new prices despite the fact that when I scheduled I was told the groupon price woul be honored as well. OK....so I was ok with the price incease if he was going to do a good job. I told him I wanted a slight brow lift and I wanted to maintain some movement and look very natural. We even discussed he fact that I didn't want the wrinkles gone, I just wanted them softened. I also told him this is for my WEDDING. You think that would make somebody extra careful? Not so much. A week later my eyes and brows were very asymmetrical. I called the office, upbeat and trusting that he could fix it. His recommendation was to over-paralyze the left side too so they would match.......um, no. He injected a few spots in my right brow and said it would elevate and I would be fine again. A few weeks later, now just before my bridal shower, bachelorette party, and wedding, here I am with a right eye droop. I'm constantly trying to hold my eye open (which I can;t) and I have NO movement whatsoever in my forehead or brow, I've had a headache ever since, and my right eyelid is resting on my lashes. If you're feeling adventurous, try this place out. If you have any events or reasons to look good.....I wouldn't risk it. Go to someone who will listen to what you want. I will literally be scared from this experience forever and I'll have to look at it in my wedding pictures forever. read more

I have always been apprehensive about cosmetic surgery but I just couldn't get rid of my lower Ab fat. From the first time I talked with Dr. Heron I knew I had made the right choice. He and his team were so welcoming and explained everything to me. My surgery was painless and they talked with me as throughout the procedure. After the surgery Dr. Heron explained in detail every that I need to do dying my recovery. I just went to my post op and my results were amazing. I couldn't be happier with my results. I am what they called "snatched." I recommend Dr. Heron to anybody interested in getting quality cosmetic procedures. He and his staff are wonderful!!! read more

Terrible, terrible, terrible....buyer beware!! I came here with a Living Social coupon for Dysport last year and was convinced to purchase additional injections under my eyes to get rid of dark circles. It was awful, I left the doctors office with bruises and even felt nauseous during the procedure. I woke up with incredible pain under my eyes and had such intense swelling and bruising that I had to call out of work for days. I called back into the office and they said that they were not liable....nothing else. 6 months later.....still messed up. Hard lesson learned.....be very careful who you trust to do such procedures. As I can see from other reviews, I am not the only one with such an experience.... read more

Awful experience and very bad results on procedure. We have to many great cosmetic doctors in this area to waste money and ruin our bodies with this place! read more

It's been just over a year and a half since I had my procedure. The disfiguration is still there and so is the pain. I also have numbness where I had the procedure done on my arms and upper thighs. The disfiguration (lumps and dents) is so bad that when I had my routine physical, the nurse was unable to get a reading when using my left arm. Thankfully the right arm isn't as bad as the left. I live in a warm and humid climate. I can't express how miserable it is to not be able to wear short sleeves. The pain still continues and the numbness is more prominent. If you're considering smart lipo, please do more research than I did. I'm paying dearly for a quick/cheap fix. read more

Came here for smart lipo on my lower abdomen and almost a week after I had boils all over my body . Come to find out I contracted Mercer. I know for a fact I contracted this at there office . I am devastated !!! DO NOT GO THERE read more

I went here for botox using a LIvingSocial deal and I can't complain. It was my first time and he answered all my questions and wasn't pushy about having other things done. I ended up getting Dysport. This was about a month ago. I like how smooth my forehead is but I am not sure I like how expressionless I am. read more

1. Had Surgery in March of 2017.. (today is Oct 2018). 2. I had my stomach, sides and back done. 3. He OVERPRICED and left me VERY UNEVEN. 4. I followed pre and post after care instructions EXACTLY!!! I even ices and massaged through the pain. 5. They offered free touch up surgery but I need full body rework! I look WORSE than I originally went in because my stomach way uneven. 6. I asked for a 50% refund and my request was denied. They offered my a "free touch up" service and I have to pay $250.00 for non-surgical items. 7. He had an assistant work on me and I didn't sign paperwork agreeing to have his assistant work on me, nor did I verbally agree to this... She came in the room after he was tired and needed a lunch break so she took over after I was already on the operating table. 8. Poor me because I didn't do enough research / (Goggle or Yelp reviews) until after I already had the surgery. 9. Most places in the DMV and even as far as NYC are charging ONLY $4500-$6500 for 360 lipo (this includes stomach, sides, and back AND fat transfer to your buttocks). 7. I paid over $9400 and I DIDNT even get fat transfer to my butt. PLUS he left soooo much fat in me. He went to deep in certain areas and not deep enough in other areas. My stomach is very lumpy and uneven looking... I have scare tissue. I am emotional distressed and trauma. I have skin burns, I am disfigured. 8. DO NOT GO! Stop this business from operating. I'm wondering if I have a case to sue them? 9. All the other reviews that are good are probably FAKE and posted by fake accounts OR his employees/family/friends!!!! 10. I want my money back! I am PISSED!!!!!! 11. I am escalating this to see if I have a potential legal case. Why not is a free consultation. read more

I didn't make it past the nasty attitude of the receptionist that answered the phone when I called. Refused to answer any questions about the program. Referred me to their website (which is not mobile friendly, so was hard to see all of it), and said that they expect when patients show up the two days a week they do the weight loss program, the patients are ready to pay the $400-$600 for the program. So basically, "shut up, pay me". Pass! read more

Sooooo just went to have an injection And Dr Khal who has always done them in the past is no longer there. I almost had a panic attack and was told Mary Beth would be doing my injections. I was so anxious, but I have to say, she is flipping awesome. It honestly is a different technique than I am used to - but surprise - it hurt less and no bruising. I am blown away by the results so any others out there fearful of the new person - have no fear. Mary Beth is AMAZING!!!! read more

Dr. Heron is a top notch doctor and truly cares about his patients. Their office is very welcoming and neat. I would highly recommend Heron Med Spa to anyone looking to improve cosmetically or losing weight. Thanks! read more

I hate to write reviews that aren't positive, but I don't want others to waste their time and money like I did. The receptionists were always kind but failed to follow up with me EACH time (multiple reviews said the same). The establishment is disorganized. One of the doctors has a smart mouth (I was so shocked) and the other one never fulfilled my last service (I'll let you guess which is which). No place is perfect but this one is a little too unprofessional. The other staff are kind but seem extremely insincere and made it very clear they just want your money. DO NOT GET FOOLED BY THEIR INEXPENSIVE PRICES. read more

I have been getting Dysport every 3 months here for about 2 years. They always have good appointment availability and I am always seen on time. The clinic is clean, organized, and relaxing. The price is right and I am considering trying other services they have to offer. read more