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Dr. Ruth Hillelson & Dr. Terry Whipple

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Ruth L. Hillelson, M.D., F.A.C.S. & Terry L. Whipple, M.D., F.A.C.S.
9930 Independence Park Dr, Suite 101 | Richmond, VA 23233
Phone: 804.290.0060
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Is CoolSculpting Right For You?

October 15, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Is CoolSculpting Right For You?

For decades, the only option for removing stubborn fat was surgery. Liposuction is still one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the country, but not everyone wants to go through the invasive process and recovery of surgical fat removal. That’s why CoolSculpting, first FDA-approved in 2010, has become such a popular for patients from… [Read More]

How Do Skin Tightening Treatments Work?

September 17, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

How Do Skin Tightening Treatments Work?

The worst part about getting older isn’t the wrinkles–it’s the sagging skin. When we are young, our skin is firm, supple, and tight. It creates attractive contours and helps us to feel confident and beautiful. Although we might take that for granted when we’re young, the truth is that everyone’s skin starts to sag and… [Read More]

Scared of Needles? Tips for Getting Comfortable During Injectable Treatments

August 15, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Scared of Needles? Tips for Getting Comfortable During Injectable Treatments

Did you know that a fear of medical needles is actually very common? The phobia is called trypanophobia, and it affects around 10% of the population. If you’re afraid of needles, you’re probably fine on an average day—but the phobia can rear its ugly head every time you step into a clinic. Trypanophobia can be… [Read More]

No, Botox Won’t Freeze Your Face: Biggest Botox Myths

July 30, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

No, Botox Won’t Freeze Your Face: Biggest Botox Myths

Any time people get to talking about something everyone knows a little bit about, myths and rumors are inevitable. When it comes to a super-popular treatment like Botox, there’s bound to be some misinformation out there. Botox, which is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States, has been in use for more than… [Read More]

Summer’s Here! Tips for Protecting Your Skin

June 25, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Summer’s Here! Tips for Protecting Your Skin

In all corners of the country, signs of summer have been popping up. Whether summer has just peeked its head through the clouds a few times or has been going strong for several weeks where you live, it’s time to think about sun protection and summer skincare for the months ahead. Sun protection is key… [Read More]

Is Alcohol Bad For Your Skin?

April 25, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Is Alcohol Bad For Your Skin?

If you’re like most people, then you probably like to have a glass or two of wine, or a cold beer once in a while (or more). While there have been lots of conflicting studies about how moderate alcohol affects your health in both positive and negative ways, pretty much everyone agrees that drinking to… [Read More]

Your Skincare Plan By Decade

March 29, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Your Skincare Plan By Decade

  Can you say you’ve always treated your skin well? Cared for it perfectly? Of course not. We all take our skin for granted from time to time. We go out in the sun without sunscreen, forget to take off our makeup before bed, or take a few puffs of a cigarette. Unfortunately, those occasional… [Read More]

5 Reasons Botox is So Popular

March 5, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

5 Reasons Botox is So Popular

Everybody’s heard of Botox. It’s pretty much a must in Hollywood, and you probably know at least one person who loves it. It’s consistently the most popular minimally-invasive cosmetic treatment in the country year after year. People love it! If you’ve never had Botox, you might be wondering what all the fuss is about. Why do… [Read More]

What is Cellulite?

February 6, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

What is Cellulite?

Oh cellulite. The unwanted guest. The swimsuit party crasher. The problem that nearly every woman struggles with. But what exactly is cellulite, and what can we do about it? Fact is, cellulite is incredibly common. Most people believe only overweight people get cellulite, but the reality is that it actually affects up to 90% of… [Read More]

Battle the Holiday Bulge with CoolSculpting!

January 2, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Battle the Holiday Bulge with CoolSculpting!

Every holiday season, many of us struggle with the same temptation: food. We indulge on so many delicious holiday treats, not to mention drinks and feasts, with friends and family. On top of that, most of us have a lot to do around the holidays, making staying fit and slim even more of a struggle…. [Read More]

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