Complaint Review: Epione TRUSTED Business | Ripoff Report Verified™ …businesses you can trust. Epione one of the first centers in California dedicated to the practice of aesthetic laser surgery. Through the years Epione has distinguished itself for excellence in clinical and technological advances pioneered by Dr. Simon Ourian. Epione located in the heart of Beverly Hills is one of the most comprehensive state of the art laser and aesthetic surgery centers of its kind in the world. - Los Angels- California USA California

REVIEW UPDATE: October 13 2018: Epione remains committed to increased customer satisfaction and has improved their business practices over the years to better serve their customers. Epione is truly dedicated to making sure their customers are satisfied and that any complaints which do arise are addressed promptly and fairly.

To date, Epione has made good faith efforts to resolve all complaints reported on Ripoff Report. Based on our experience, the member business has proven to be among the top members of the Ripoff Report Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction Program as a Verified Safe Business™.

Over time and since becoming a member, Epione has remained actively engaged and improving the way they address customer service complaints. As an active and current member of the Ripoff Report Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction Program we are happy to report that now more than ever Epione remains committed to improving customer satisfaction.

Remember, no company or individual can ever satisfy 100% of the people 100% of the time. There are no products or services that will always be perfect for everyone and even the best companies will receive complaints from time to time. However, by participating in the Corporate Advocacy Program, the member business has made a commitment to working with its customers to resolve complaints quickly and fairly whenever possible.

Please keep in mind that as a consumer you have some responsibilities as well. Success has many definitions that based on your past experiences, current situation and your perceived expectations. Success with any product or service is always based on the proper application and understanding. The fastest car will not run if you never turn the engine on. Look at how you used the product or service that was provided in relation with the instructions that you received. The Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction Program will help you get your voice heard but please be prepared with documentation and fair representation of your concern, also have an idea of how the company can fix your concern. Can they offer additional services, extend warranties, offer a fair refund or just get you talking with someone that can help. ..let them know and let us know!

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Ripoff Report Verified™ REVIEW

EDitor's UPDATE: Positive rating and recognition has been given to Epione for its full commitment to quality customer service.

Ripoff Report's discussions with Epione have uncovered an ongoing dedication by the company to total client satisfaction. This means that clients can expect that the company will work towards finding a mutually satisfactory resolution to any concerns. Epione listens carefully to client concerns and sees them as an opportunity to learn from past mistakes and become more efficient as a company in the services offered and the support for those services.

Epione's owner, Dr. Simon Ourian, has informed us that his personal philosophy is that his patients leave happy and pleased with their results. As a successful doctor, Dr. Ourian feels it is critical to listen to his patients and respond properly. By always putting his patients first, Dr. Ourian hopes to maintain Epione as a successful enterprise both now and for many years to come.





The information provided in this report below is based on comments made by Rana Japid & Dr. Simon Ourian during an onsite inspection held by a third-party verification company with no biases towards Epione.

Epione Medical Corporation is a cosmetic surgery center that provides its patients with the most up to date technologically advanced cosmetic procedures. Dr. Simon Ourian provides cosmetic treatments and has developed a line of skin care products to ensure his patients can maintain the health of their skin. Dr. Ourian stated the following about their services, "we are the number one providers of dermal fillers and Botox in the top 1% of the country. We are one of the most experienced providers of fillers and Botox in the country. We have been in business for 20 years, we have had thousands and thousands of people that have come to our center. I have trained many doctors worldwide and trained them on these procedures. I am on the board and an advisor to some pharmaceutical companies. My background and the number of people that come to my office speak for itself. We see close to 100 people a day, who come from all over the world. They come from many different countries to get treatments here."

Leads for Epione Medical Corporation are primarily obtained through referrals from satisfied customers. They additionally receive leads from Doctors and social media, "a lot of patients see his work on social media and are so impressed and that’s how they come in as well." Ms. Japid explained that after a potential client has decided to proceed with their services they will meet with Dr. Ourian to discuss the procedures they would like to have. Dr. Ourian will then, "give them a very clear outline of the treatments, how many treatments, the cost of the treatments to acquire realistic results. After that, the patients decide according to their budget and their time what treatments they would like to go forward with where they fill out consent forms."





CUSTOMER CARE & COMPLAINT RESOLUTION – EPIONE

During the on-site interview, Ms. Japid and Dr. Ourian were asked to describe a situation where a client was not satisfied with the level of service they received. Ms. Japid expressed that complaints arise typically when a client is not fully satisfied with the results of their procedure. She gave the example of a patient who got lip fillers and decided they wanted to go bigger than they originally discussed. When situations like this arise, "we always bring them in for a follow-up consultation to assess the results and see if they need more."

When asked to comment on complaints posted on Ripoff Report's website Ms. Japid expressed that several of the comments made refer to procedures that they do not perform at Epione Medical Corporation. Because of this, they believe the comments to be false. She further expressed, "when they come in for a consultation we give them a very specific outlined treatment plans. Not only one treatment, but every treatment thereafter to get realistic results. So, all the information we give them is written on their consultation forms and is reiterated on their consent forms. So that we can make sure they always get the results that they want realistically so there is no information that s withheld from them so they can make a plan for the future so they don’t think that one treatment is going to give them the results that they are looking for." Epione Medical Corporation is approved by the Medical Board, the Better Business Bureau, the city of Los Angeles, and the State of California.

When asked what type of changes they have made to honor their commitment to making things right with the consumer per the request of Ripoff Report, Ms. Japid stated, "each patient when they visit our office, they receive within 24 hours a follow-up phone call to see how their visits went, to see if they have any concerns, if they need any additional information. Before they leave the office, they are given very detailed aftercare sheets, make them complimentary follow-up appointments again to address any of their concerns. So, we take three different steps to ensure that every patient that comes through our office leaves with the best information, leaves with the best care and as well as bringing them back."

Epione Medical Corporation is proud to be a part of Ripoff Reports Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction Program, "its additional step that we want to take to ensure people that come here have a voice that they feel like we’ve heard them and we take as many extra steps as possible. Ripoff Report is a great advocacy program for patients and customers so we want to be on that site and try to accomplish their expectations through this."



EPIONE – STATEMENT FROM THE BEVERLY HILLS OFFICE

" Today, Epione, located in the heart of Beverly Hills, is one of the most comprehensive, state of the art laser and aesthetic surgery centers of its kind in the world. Epione is designed to offer clients comfort, convenience and privacy. We have specialized in the most current technology available for skin, hair, and body contouring. In addition to offering the latest in aesthetic medicine and treatments, Dr. Ourian has created a Signature Series line of skin care products. The genesis of the skin care line was Dr. Ourian’s frustration, early on in his practice, with the availability of pharmaceutical grade products that he could recommend to his patients.

Epione 's Epione's team has expressed that they love their job and love seeing the individual transformations they get to be a part of each day. Epione takes employee satisfaction seriously as well. Employee feedback and surveys reveal comments such as this, "Epione takes its employee satisfaction seriously. Working together as a team is an integral part of the success of Epione. Everyone here loves their job, not only for the fantastic educational experience they receive, seeing the latest in medical advancements in skincare take place, but also for their love of each individual that walks through the door. "

Ripoff Report was pleased to learn that Epione 's past and current approach to business is focused on its pledge to total commitment towards client and employee satisfaction.

STATED IMPROVEMENTS FROM EPIONE

Epione recognizes that complaints posted on Ripoff Report (whether true or not) are issues that need to be addressed, not ignored. If handled correctly, complaints can be valuable learning opportunities. With the feedback generated by Ripoff Report's review, Epione has made organizational changes allowing its clients and employees a more streamlined approach to problem resolution and a commitment to a great client experience.

In summary, after our review, which included discussions with Epione recognizes that complaints posted on Ripoff Report (whether true or not) are issues that need to be addressed, not ignored. If handled correctly, complaints can be valuable learning opportunities. With the feedback generated by Ripoff Report's review, Epione has made organizational changes allowing its clients and employees a more streamlined approach to problem resolution and a commitment to a great client experience. In summary, after our review, which included discussions with our senior associate and or Dr. Simon Ourian, Ripoff Report is convinced that Epione is committed to quality delivery of services resulting in total client satisfaction.,





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Ripoff Report has determined that Epione meets Ripoff Report Verified™ standards which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints. Members of the Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction program do pay a fee for our on-site review, 24-hour monitoring and for support with customers to resolve any disagreements.

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