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| Philosophy |
I view my work as an art form of subtlety and harmony with a respect and appreciation for natural beauty. That is why I believe that reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery, and non-surgical alternatives are important choices that can improve the overall quality of your life. When reconstruction is the goal, I strive to restore both function and appearance. When the goal is cosmetic improvement, I strive to help patients achieve their desired results by enhancing their own natural beauty. In both situations, my goal is to avoid the bold or extravagant changes that can yield an "operated-on" appearance.
Myself and my staff offer you a small office setting. Not a large impersonable clinic environment that tends to produce results with a cookie cutter approach to plastic surgery. We also feel that not all patients require a surgical approach. Many patients can achieve the results they desire with non-invasive options through our Medispa. Your inquiries are welcome..
Joseph Rucker M.D. F.A.C.S.
| About Dr. Rucker |
If you are looking for a physician who takes the time to carefully listen to your concerns and then is able to provide the latest surgical and non-invasive techniques to address them, then you have come to the right place.
We strongly feel that the initial contact with the patient should hopefully be before their first consultation with the doctor. We encourage all patient's to visit our comprehensive website and review a detailed description of the management of the areas of their concern prior to seeing Dr. Rucker. The consultation then becomes much more relaxing and meaningful and allows the patient and physician to truely focus on all facets of the problem. Most patients relate to us that the initial consultation can be very intimitating and they find it hard to open up and discuss their true concerns. We feel that a well informed patient in a relaxing environment is better able to discuss an issue that they feel is very personal. This is the setting that myself and my support staff offer to all of our patients.
| Testimonials |
"Thank you to Deb, Joy, Dr. Rucker and the entire staff at Enza Medispa. I have enjoyed many of the services and products they offer and all of them are wonderful They have helped me improve adult acne and facial scarring from a trauma with great results. My treatment is individualized and any questions I have are always answered kindly and thoroughly. I will continue to enjoy Enza Medispa for years."
- Lori F.
"When my husband came home today he told me my face looked beautiful. He said it had a differant look to it. I asked him like what. He remarked it had a clearness to it more than he has seen before. I stopped at my daughter's home on my way home and she also said the same thing. It looked so fresh and clean.
I want to thank you for the time you take and I feel you treat me special even knowing you are that way with all your clients. You are truly a professional and can tell you love and care about your remarkable results. Thank-you once again."
- Marilyn F.
"I am 27 years old with very oily, acne prone and acne scarred skin. All my life I have struggled with my skin. Currently I am undergoing a combination series of microdermabrasion and glycolic peels and have seen a dramatic difference in my skin's clarity. The pores on my face are clear and the tone of my skin has improved wonderfully. Since I have very oily skin the treatments are very helpful with combating the oiliness. After my first treatment, Deb (did I mention the excellent staff!) warned me that my skin would be dry the next 24 hours. I was so excited to have dry skin!! In addition to the great staff, the treatments are very convenient for a busy schedule. I have tried so many products but nothing compares to "Enza". They are truly fabulous. I have been using these products for about 10 years.
- Victoria M.
"My name is Krista C. and I am 42 years old. I have always prided myself in the fact that I took care of my skin with the best products I could find. As the years have gone by I have noticed enlarged pores and large areas of black heads that could not be taken care of with any product I had come across.
I was introduced to Deb at the office of Dr. Rucker and was immediately interested in listening to what she had to say. When she was finished explaining how the microdermabrasion would help me, I signed up. I was at a real crossroads in my life--taking on a divorce and, at the same time, taking on an ambitious goal of loosing 100 pounds. I knew the damage the years had already caused to my face and I also faced the reality that losing weight would surely cause the skin on my face and arms to sag. The cost of the procedure did concern me at the time, but I felt the results were well worth the price. If I got the results we discussed I would be very pleased.
With my very first microdermabrasion session I saw results. Drastic results! I am having my final of six sessions soon and I will tell you the change to my face and arms is amazing. My pores have been clean and have remained clean from the first session. My pore size has noticeably decreased and because I also purchased the face care line of products I have no problem keeping my pores cleaned. I have noticed elasticity returned to the skin of my face and arms. I have lost 85 pounds so far and will keep going until I reach my goal. Now, when I look at myself in the mirror I see a fresh, clean and much younger complexion looking back at me. There have been many times in my life that I have spent money with regret, but I can tell you that the money I spent for the microdermabrasion was the best investment I have ever made in myself. Looking at the coming years I know that the investment made now will continue to reward me in the years to come."
- Krista C.
"In the past, I had a dermatologist tell me that my complexion wasn't bad as I thought it was. I did not understand how someone else could tell me how I felt. My poor complexion with numerous blemishes was negatively affecting my self-esteem. For almost seven years, I would not even leave my house without make-up on. When I first met Deb, at Dr. Rucker's office she told me she understood my concerns. She helped me pick a daily cleaning regime that was specific to my needs and recommended a series of Glycolic Peels. After only one and a half months, I am happy to say I feel and look great."
- Jessica S.
"I have used many prescription and topical solutions for acne but nothing worked for me until now. Deb told me the problems with my skin was pH imbalance, and that in order for my acne to clear I would have to adjust the pH level. The skin products I was using just dried out my skin. Enza products worked to adjust my skin's pH and helped to clear my acne and blackheads. With the help of the peels, my skin is finally clearing up."
- Bret K.
"Just wanted to let you know that my complexion continues to improve. The Glycolic Peels, along with the ENZA products are truly the best thing to happen to my problem skin. Thank you again for your help."
- Kay M.
"After using the ENZA Skin Lightener for several months. I noticed a definite improvement on darkened areas of skin on my face. It continues to improve and I will keep using the ENZA products."
- Norma K.
"Being a hairdresser for 20 years, I have studied skin and skin care products. I have had the very best products available to try. I am 58 years old with very oily skin. I have many skin problems. I have never used a product as great as ENZA."
- Geri H.
"I have been using ENZA products for the last five years and my skin has never looked so good. In fact, at 56 when I should be showing more signs of aging, my skin is healthier than ever. With ENZA, I feel I am growing older gracefully."
- Catherine S.
"I have only used the ENZA products for a short time, but what a difference it has made in my complexion! The oily areas are almost oil-free now and my skin is so soft. Thank you!"
- Arleen Z.
| Education |
- Albion College - BA Degree from 1964-1968
- Wayne State University - Graduate Studies from 1972-1975
- Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine - MD Degree from 1975-1979
- Detroit Area Hospitals, General Surgery Training from 1979-1982
- Wayne State University,Plastic Surgery Traing from 1982-1985
- Atlanta Georgia, Advanced Training in Breast Reconstruction
| Memberships |
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
- International Society of Clinical Plastic Surgeons
- Midwest Association for Plastic Surgery
- National Medical Association
- International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons
- American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
