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MEDICAL SPA 7 It is also important that the guidelines are visibly displayed in multiple places within the spa to constantly remind guests. “We have our policies displayed in frames in the relaxation rooms and at the front desk to educate clients about our spa guidelines,” says Esper who works with MEDICAL SPA 7 Spa Manager Elizabeth Carrico in ensuring that guests are assisted along the way on how to properly conduct themselves during treatments. “As an example, we have a policy which states that if a guest is 15 minutes late or more for a service, it may be cut short or rescheduled, depending on the decision of the service provider.” Asking key questions will also help ensure that guests clearly understand the spa’s guidelines as well as provide ideas to therapists on how to customize the spa experience. “At the time of scheduling spa services, our spa concierge will ask a variety of questions to ensure the best spa experience possible,” says Jennifer Wayland-Smith, spa director at Mandarin Oriental Atlanta, Georgia. “This includes questions whether the guest has a preference for a male or female therapist as well as the length of time for their service. The guest can also communicate their specific preferences at the time of booking as well as directly to the therapist.” When it comes to disclosing medical conditions, MEDICAL SPA 7 and Sundara Inn & Spa use a detailed health in-take form during check-in. “When the service provider takes [the guest] in the room for his or her treatment, the service provider will then review the information with that client,” Esper says. “They review the shared informat [ۈ[