A medical spa differs dramatically from a day spa because the medical spa houses both a medical and aesthetic staff under one roof. Medical and cosmetic treatments are offered side by side. The before, during and after procedures take place. The medical spa is a comprehensive approach to caring for the client before, during and after procedures take place. The medical spa is able to use a higher grade product which generally shows greater results. It is the perfect balance between clinical and luxurious.
Medical SPAS Review, November 2002

The concept of a medical spa is based on combining conventional and alternative medicine with components of spa treatments in varying degrees of intensity. The medical spa focuses on offering treatments and remedies for both men's and women's health- related issues by incorporating medical and traditional spa treatments.
Medical SPA Trends

Offering a combination of services, medical spas are gaining a notable presence in the industry. With physician-affiliated spas, clients are proving to be the real winners.
American Spa, Jan/Feb 2002