iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%96+25Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 98Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#24 of 112 medical spasiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 79%
5.0★★★★★228 Google reviews · 18 photos
100%five-star reviews
4.97★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Novella Medical Services five stars based on 228 reviews, with the owner responding to 99% of them. Customers frequently praise the friendly staff, punctual appointments, and thorough explanations provided during Botox, filler, microneedling, and laser hair removal treatments. Many highlight the natural results and honest pricing, noting that providers avoid unnecessary procedures. A minor criticism involves dissatisfaction with specific Botox outcomes in the glabellar and under-eye areas.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 228 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 228 Google reviews (175 with written comments, 4 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 99% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 23, 2026.
Service: Medical Spa serving Turlock, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other medical spas
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Novella Medical ServicesMedical Spas median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Novella Medical Services: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
98
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Novella Medical Services: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
96
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Novella Medical Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Novella Medical Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 81.–
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Star ratings
228 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars227100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars10%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 175 written reviews
99%praise
Praise21999%
Complaints21%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price1541%
Reasonable2157%
Overpriced00%
Not sure13%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude8538%
Would recommend4922%
Honesty & trust3114%
Quality & results2813%
Communication167%
Speed & response63%
Price & value63%
What customers talk about
We read 175 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I highly recommend her, she’s very knowledgeable and did a great job.”
“Definitely recommend coming here for any treatment and I love that they partner with the alle app.”
“I was very comfortable with her honesty and advice.”
“She’s super sweet & thorough, and makes the entire process comfortable from start to finish.”
“She explains everything so well, knows exactly what you want, and always comes through.”
“Everybody in the office is very friendly, patients are seen on time maybe just 5 minutes waiting in lobby , and the doctor is very kind and fair.”
“If you’re curious about tox/fillers give Novella a call, it is so worth it to feel that you look like “yourself” again.”
People customers mention
Lisa55 reviews
Romeo35 reviews
Sam32 reviews
Botox24 reviews
Alexis22 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Novella Medical Services for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Rachelle2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a day ago★★★★★
Lisa is the BEST! She Is so informative and I trust her! Love my results! Wouldn't go anywhere else!
Karina1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Microneedling w/ PDRN done by Alexis. I highly recommend her, she’s very knowledgeable and did a great job. It was my first time getting this treatment and I’d get it done again. Can’t wait for my next session (:
Reasonable priceMicroneedling
Kristy7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Dr. Sam is the best!!!!!!! Dr Lisa is wonderful too! I feel 100% confident with either one of them! Their staff is so friendly and I feel in such good hands with both Dr Sam and Dr. Lisa! Thank you for your wonderful care ❤️
Penny2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Always very professional. The office staff are all very friendly and Dr. Lisa will not steer you wrong always very helpful
Lip fillers
Fabiana1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Alexis is the best! She was nothing but honest and exceptional! Has a gentle hand didn’t feel a pinch! She made me feel comfortable as a newbie and made sure I was okay the entire time. Truly an amazing person!
Great priceLip fillersBOTOX treatments
Kayla1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
I have been here multiple times to see Alexis and I sooo enjoy going !!! The atmosphere is amazing, so relaxing and enjoyable. Alexis is amazing at what she does, listens to your concerns and wants & gives her input on what would look best ! She has the best personality and is so personable. Definitely recommend…
Lisa is the BEST! She Is so informative and I trust her! Love my results! Wouldn't go anywhere else!
Response from the owner · a day ago
Thank you so much! We love hearing how much you trust Dr. Lisa and are happy you’re loving your results. We’re lucky to have you as part of the Novella family!
Karina Edhah1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Karina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Microneedling w/ PDRN done by Alexis. I highly recommend her, she’s very knowledgeable and did a great job. It was my first time getting this treatment and I’d get it done again. Can’t wait for my next session (:
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Microneedling
Response from the owner · a week ago
We’re so happy you loved your first PDRN microneedling experience! Alexis will be so glad to hear this, and we can’t wait to have you back for your next session!
Kristy Falke7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kristy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dr. Sam is the best!!!!!!! Dr Lisa is wonderful too! I feel 100% confident with either one of them! Their staff is so friendly and I feel in such good hands with both Dr Sam and Dr. Lisa! Thank you for your wonderful care ❤️
Response from the owner · Edited 9 months ago
Thank you so much! We’re truly grateful for your trust and are so glad you feel well cared for by our team. It means a lot to us. :)
Jill Victorino1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Jill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Love Dr. Romeo and staff. I wouldn’t trust anyone else.
Services: Lip fillers
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️ We truly appreciate your trust in Dr. Romeo and our team. It means the world to us to be part of your care, and we're so grateful for your support. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Penny Mendes2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Penny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Alexis is the best! She was nothing but honest and exceptional! Has a gentle hand didn’t feel a pinch! She made me feel comfortable as a newbie and made sure I was okay the entire time. Truly an amazing person!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Lip fillers, BOTOX treatments
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your sweet review! 🤍 We’re so happy Alexis made your first experience comfortable and easy. She truly takes the time to listen, be honest about recommendations, and make sure her patients feel at ease throughout the entire process. We appreciate you trusting us and can’t wait to see you again!
Kayla E1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Kayla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have been here multiple times to see Alexis and I sooo enjoy going !!! The atmosphere is amazing, so relaxing and enjoyable. Alexis is amazing at what she does, listens to your concerns and wants & gives her input on what would look best ! She has the best personality and is so personable. Definitely recommend coming here for any treatment and I love that they partner with the alle app. Getting money back for treatments is great.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Lip fillers, BOTOX treatments
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review! 🤍 We love hearing that you enjoy your visits with Alexis and feel comfortable sharing your goals and concerns with her. She truly cares about creating results that feel right for each patient. We appreciate your continued trust in Alexis and our team, and we’re so glad you’re taking advantage of the Alle rewards too! We can’t wait to see you again!
Stephanie Ontiveros2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Alexis was super friendly and knowledge. She made me feel safe and most importantly I loved the results of my Botox.
Services: BOTOX treatments
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that Alexis made you feel comfortable and confident throughout your treatment. Even better that you’re loving your Botox results! 🤍 We truly appreciate you trusting us with your care and look forward to seeing you again!
Betsy Peralta10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Betsy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Honestly, Alex is the best! She explains everything so well, knows exactly what you want, and always comes through. She’s so knowledgeable and just amazing at what she does. I 100% recommend her! ❤️
Services: BOTOX treatments
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️ We’re so happy to hear you had such a great experience with Alexis. She truly loves making sure her patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their results. We appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to see you again!
Kelsey Wood3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kelsey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely love this place! I’ve gone to Alexis for my filler and Botox and I’m obsessed with the results after each visit. She’s super sweet & thorough, and makes the entire process comfortable from start to finish. + their entire staff is super friendly and welcoming! 10/10
Services: Lip fillers, BOTOX treatments
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for the amazing review! 🫶🏼 We love hearing how happy you are with your results with Alexis. Making sure you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way is so important to us. We truly appreciate your kind words about our entire team and can’t wait to see you again!