An East Kilbride aesthetics clinic has been praised in a report by Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS).
Two inspectors made an announced inspection to J. Rodger Aesthetics in Orbital Court earlier this year.
It was the first inspection by HIS of the private clinic which provides a range of non-surgical aesthetic treatments and procedures, including anti-wrinkle and dermal filler injections, and advanced skincare treatments.
The service is led by a nursing practitioner and is based in a gym and it was graded good in a range of indicators.
The report reads: "Processes were in place for patients to provide feedback about the service.
"Although this feedback was reviewed regularly, the service should continue to develop how it informs patients of the impact of their feedback.
"Patients were well informed before and after treatment, and were provided with information about how to make a complaint.
"The environment and equipment was clean and well maintained. Systems were in place to make sure patients and staff were kept safe, including the safe management of medicines, and infection prevention and control practices.
"A comprehensive programme of audits was carried out reviewing key aspects of care and treatment. The service’s risk register should continue to be developed.
"The service kept up to date with changes in the aesthetics industry, legislation and best practice guidance through its membership with local groups and national organisations."
And while it was praised for its clinical assessment of patients before treatment and patient care records being "clear and comprehensive", the report said patient care records should be signed by the practitioner, where appropriate, and audits of patient care records should be carried out.
Lynsey Cleland from Healthcare Improvement Scotland, said: “The majority of the private clinics we regulate provide cosmetic interventions.
"It is crucial that we provide assurances for the public that these procedures are carried out in safe and regulated environments.
Registered clinics are required to demonstrate that they take the safety of their clients seriously, that they operate to the highest standards and are committed to continually improving the service they provide for clients.
“People should always check that a clinic is registered with Healthcare Improvement Scotland before undertaking treatments.”
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