Minneapolis Anti-Aging & Skin Clinic

Minneapolis Anti-Aging & Skin Clinic has operated in Golden Valley, Minnesota since 1997 under the medical direction of Douglas L. Gervais, M.D. and Richard H. Tholen, M.D., both board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. This dual certification in plastic surgery and general surgery provides patients with physicians trained in both aesthetic refinement and comprehensive surgical principles, a combination that informs the clinic's integrative approach to age management and metabolic health. The practice combines surgical expertise with non-invasive peptide protocols, hormone optimization, and dermatologic treatments designed to address visible aging, metabolic dysfunction, and skin barrier health in patients throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.

Minneapolis Anti-Aging & Skin Clinic's peptide therapy menu includes Semaglutide, with treatment protocols customized based on individual health goals and lab work. Additional peptide options may be available based on medical necessity and FDA guidelines.

Dr. Gervais and Dr. Tholen bring decades of clinical experience in facial anatomy, wound healing, and tissue physiology—knowledge that directly informs peptide selection and dosing for both aesthetic and functional outcomes. Their surgical backgrounds allow for nuanced assessment of skin quality, fat distribution, and hormonal influences on aging, enabling peptide therapy recommendations that align with each patient's broader wellness and aesthetic objectives. The clinic's hormone therapy services address thyroid function, sex hormone balance, and adrenal health, often running parallel to peptide protocols to optimize energy, body composition, and skin vitality. This physician-led model ensures that all peptide prescriptions are medically supervised with ongoing monitoring for efficacy and side effects.

Patients schedule in-person consultations at the Golden Valley clinic, where initial visits include medical history review, physical assessment, and discussion of treatment goals ranging from facial volume loss and skin laxity to weight plateau and metabolic concerns. Follow-up appointments track progress through weight measurements, photographic documentation for skin changes, and patient-reported outcomes related to energy and recovery. The clinic dispenses peptides directly or coordinates with compounding pharmacies, providing detailed injection training and reconstitution instructions for at-home administration. Patients also have access to medical-grade skincare lines and post-treatment products that complement peptide regimens, particularly for those combining GHK-Cu with resurfacing procedures.

Minneapolis Anti-Aging & Skin Clinic's longevity in Golden Valley reflects sustained demand for physician-supervised aesthetic and metabolic care in the Twin Cities area. The practice does not offer telehealth consultations, requiring all patients to be seen in person for initial evaluation and peptide initiation, which allows for hands-on assessment and immediate response to patient questions. This in-clinic model supports continuity of care and direct physician oversight, particularly important for patients new to injectable therapies or those managing multiple age-related concerns simultaneously. The combination of board-certified surgical expertise, targeted peptide offerings, and established presence in the Minneapolis market positions the clinic as a resource for patients seeking medically grounded approaches to aging and weight management.