Meet the Esteemed Leaders: CAMA Medical Aesthetics Faculty

Discover the distinguished faculty at CAMA Aesthetics, comprised of industry-leading experts dedicated to shaping the future of aesthetic medicine. With their extensive knowledge, hands-on experience, and passion for teaching, our faculty ensures students receive unparalleled training to excel in the rapidly evolving aesthetics field. Empower your journey with CAMA Aesthetics!

Dr. Nitin Chauhan, MD, FRCSC

Dr. Nitin Chauhan

MD, FRCSC

Ontario

Dr. Nitin Chauhan completed his undergraduate degree in Molecular Cell Biology before attending medical school. In 2006, he moved to Toronto to pursue a residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, followed by subspecialization in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is currently a double board-certified surgical specialist in both fields and serves as a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Toronto.

Dr. Julia Shcherbatykh

MD

Ontario

Yi Sun, NP

Yi Sun

NP

Ontario

Yi is a board certified family nurse practitioner. She graduated with honours from York University, and then Master of Nursing in nurse practitioner stream from Athabasca University. She worked as a nurse since 2009 in oncology, wound care specialty, infection control, and LTC management, and then she works as a NP in primary care, drug research sub-investigator, and cosmetic nurse injector/trainer.

Tina Yao, NP

Tina Yao

NP

Ontario

Aesthetic injector trained internationally under top tier injectors, dedicated in natural results, safety, educating and supporting other injectors.

Shameeza Kassamali

NP

Ontario

Alexandra Yacub

NP

Ontario

Maia Nelko

NP

Ontario

Jenny St. Jean, BScN, MClSc-WH, MN-NP, NP

Jenny St. Jean

BScN, MClSc-WH, MN-NP, NP

Ontario

Jenny has always had a strong passion for skin health and medical aesthetics. She graduated from a Bachelor of Science Nursing degree program in 2009 and shortly after began to specialize in skin and wound healing. In 2013, she completed a Master of Clinical Science in Wound Healing which led her to provide skin and wound consultations and education, interprovincially and internationally.

Ashley Haydarian, RN, BScN

Ashley Haydarian

RN, BScN

Ontario

Ashley Haydarian, RN, BScN, stands at the forefront of Canada’s medical aesthetics field. As co‑founder of CAMA, partner at Specimed Anatomy, and a hands‑on injector in Toronto, she merges education, hands‑on practice, and conference leadership. Ashley created the country’s first formal nursing curriculum in aesthetics, speaks globally, hosts advanced anatomy workshops.

Jenny Atkins, RN

Jenny Atkins

RN

Ontario

Jenny Atkins is a Registered Nurse and a Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. Her passion for health and beauty led her to specialize in Aesthetic Nursing in 2009. Jenny is a faculty member and injectable trainer for the Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics. She worked alongside a world-renowned plastic surgeon.

Jessica Fragoso

RN

Ontario

Marielle Li

RN

Ontario

Laya Hazavei, RN

Laya Hazavei

RN

Ontario

Laya is an RN with over 20 years of experience in the field of Aesthetics Nursing. Laya began her career at a skin and leishmaniasis clinic upon graduating from nursing school in 2000. At the clinic, most clients sought to improve the appearance of scars from cutaneous leishmaniasis lesions after their recovery, which sparked her interest in the cosmetic aspects of treatment. Over the years, she has witnessed the evolution of cosmetic nursing.

Rochele Carpio, RN

Rochele Carpio

RN

Ontario

Nurse Rochele graduated with a nursing degree in 2017 from Ontario Tech University (formerly the University of Ontario Institute of Technology). Since entering the aesthetics industry in 2019, she has drawn from her broad nursing background in medicine, orthopedics, public health, and emergency care. Rochele has worked in various med spas, surgery offices, and now her own practice, where she combines her medical knowledge and critical thinking.

Courtney King, RN

Courtney King

RN

Ontario

Courtney King is a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario with over a decade of experience. She has worked in a variety of nursing roles in Ottawa such as Pediatric Medicine, In 2016, she received specialized training in facial anatomy and injectable treatments leading to her aesthetic career path today. Currently she is working in a facial plastic surgery clinic providing injectable services such as neuromodulators and dermal fillers.

Mireille Nemer, RN

Mireille Nemer

RN

Ontario

Mireille holds a masters degree and a teaching diploma in nursing education and works as a part-time educator at TOH, besides her aesthetic practice. Her business was recognized as one of the top 10 Ottawa dermal clinics in 2023 and received an A+ rating with the BBB. Her passion for education led her to create educational videos which are going viral on social media. She strives to deliver the best care for her clients based on evidence-based practice.

Mona Younes, RN

Mona Younes

RN

Ontario

Mona Younes is a registered nurse with 21 years of experience as a Pediatrics nurse. Mona received her Bachelor’s degree of nursing in 2001. Working in neonatal intensive care and paediatrics medical unit in Children Hospital Of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) taught her how to work under pressure and to be punctual. Client’s safety is her priority that’s why she came equipped with the most advanced training. She always had passion for beauty care, in 2019 she combined her passion for nursing and beauty into a career of medical aesthetics.

Richa Kohli, RPN

Richa Kohli

RPN

Ontario

Richa is a Registered Practical Nurse and an advanced certified cosmetic injector, who has also worked in specialties such as, Cardiology, Dialysis, and Rehab in acute care hospitals. She is currently pursuing her BScN, while she continues to also advance herself in cosmetic procedures. Richa began her career in the medical aesthetic industry to help women and men build confidence and achieve their version of beauty! She is trained in Botox, fillers, PRP treatments, Sculptra, PDO threads, etc.

Negin Karimi, RPN

Negin Karimi

RPN

Ontario

Negin Karimi, RPN is an experienced Nurse Injector and Clinical Educator with over 25 years of healthcare experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Anesthesiology and spent more than 15 years working in the healthcare field before moving to Canada. With over 12 years of experience in medical aesthetics, Negin has dedicated her career to helping clients achieve refreshed, natural-looking results that enhance their unique beauty rather than change it. As a Clinical Instructor with the Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics (CAMA) for the past four years, Negin is passionate about sharing her knowledge while continuing to provide personalized, evidence-based care. Her meticulous approach, artistic eye, and commitment to patient education have earned her a reputation for creating beautiful, balanced, and natural results that leave clients looking like the best version of themselves.

Rachel Pooyanmehr

RN

Ontario

Nada Bouteraa, RPN

Nada Bouteraa

RPN

Ontario

Nada Bouteraa is an experienced cosmetic nurse injector and educator with over seven years of experience in medical aesthetics. Having practised throughout the Greater Toronto Area as both a full-time injector and clinic owner, she has treated a diverse patient population across a wide range of ages, skin tones, ethnic backgrounds, facial structures, and aesthetic goals. Her clinical experience includes neuromodulators, dermal fillers, platelet-rich plasma treatments, biostimulators, facial rejuvenation, and individualized treatment planning. Her approach combines a strong understanding of facial anatomy with a meticulous eye for balance, proportion, and natural-looking results.

As a CAMA faculty member and injectable instructor, Nada is passionate about helping practitioners strengthen their clinical judgment, technical ability, and confidence. Hands-on training and technique refinement are particular strengths of hers, with a strong emphasis on precision, control, and thoughtful product placement. In both her clinical practice and teaching, Nada prioritizes patient safety, ethical care, and the development of practical skills that translate into safe, consistent, and effective treatment outcomes.

Klarenz Balonzo, RN

Klarenz Balonzo

RN

Ontario

Klarenz Balonzo, RN, BScN, is a Registered Nurse, medical aesthetics educator, and founder of Wyskt Facial Bar in Hamilton, Ontario. With over six years of experience in medical aesthetics, she specializes in neuromodulators, dermal fillers, PRP, regenerative medicine, and advanced skin rejuvenation treatments.

Passionate about education and mentorship, Klarenz is committed to helping healthcare professionals build confidence and competence through hands-on training, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care.

Laura Krupp, RN

Laura Krupp

RN

Ontario & Nova Scotia

With 38 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Laura brings a deep understanding of healthcare, anatomy, patient care, and, most importantly, people to her practice in medical aesthetics.

Laura’s nursing career has taken her through emergency and intensive care, surgery, long-term care, home care, oral surgery, and healthcare leadership. These experiences have shaped the way she approaches every client: with compassion, professionalism, careful attention to detail, and a genuine desire to understand what makes each person feel their best.

Her passion for medical aesthetics grew from her belief that looking refreshed and feeling confident can be an important part of overall well-being. Laura is a certified medical aesthetic injector, with advanced training in botulinum toxin and dermal filler techniques through CAMA. She combines this specialized training with decades of clinical nursing experience to provide thoughtful, personalized treatments.

For Laura, aesthetics is not about changing who you are. It is about enhancing your natural features in a way that feels right for you. She takes the time to listen to your goals, answer your questions, and create a treatment approach that is individualized, subtle, and natural looking.

Whether you are new to aesthetic treatments or have been receiving them for years, Laura wants you to feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout your experience.

Her philosophy is simple: listen carefully, treat thoughtfully, and help each client feel confident in their own skin.

Jennifer Belanger, RN

Jennifer Belanger

RN

Ontario

Jennifer is a Registered Nurse, Cosmetic Nurse Injector, entrepreneur, and CEO of a successful multi-location medical aesthetics company, with a nursing career dating back to 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from McMaster University and is currently pursuing her Master of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner. With expertise in advanced injectables, laser, and skin rejuvenation, she is passionate about clinical excellence, patient safety, and empowering aesthetic professionals through education and mentorship.

Lola Olorunfemi, RN

Lola Olorunfemi

RN

Alberta

She has almost 20 years experience in various areas of Nursing including Med surg, Mental health, Critical Care, Step down ICU, Home care and been a Nursing Faculty and Educator at UNBC, University of Alberta and MacEwan University. Before joining becoming a CAMA faculty, she was also a Faculty at The BC Academy of Aesthetics teaching Botox, Fillers and PRP. Lola is Triple certified in Aesthetics from CAMA, PTIFA and Laser Sheer (taught by the renowned Vicky Mulyk).

David Hlokoff, RN

David Hlokoff

RN

Alberta

David has been practicing as a Registered Nurse since 2012 in a variety of practice areas including pediatric intensive care, clinical nurse education, aesthetics, and virtual health. David is currently finishing a Master’s degree in Health Sciences Education at the University of Alberta and is passionate about teaching and learning, particularly in his favourite subject – aesthetic medicine. David has been practicing as a Registered Nurse since 2012.

Sylvina Aguirre-Hein, RN

Sylvina Aguirre-Hein

RN

Alberta

Sylvina is a Registered Nurse coming with an acute care background mainly in Trauma, as well as some experience in PACU and community based infusion clinics. She is now a full time advanced nurse injector with over 4 years of experience in the aesthetics industry. The art of aesthetic medicine appealed to her as she has always had an interest in cosmetics, which paired beautifully with her deep set values in nurturing self love.

Layla Sykes, RPN, MEPN

Layla Sykes

RPN, MEPN

Alberta

Layla is a Medical Aesthetic Practitioner and Nurse Injector who brings genuine passion to skin health and evidence-based aesthetics. “Educating confidence. Empowering self-care” is both her motto and approach to every assessment and treatment in her practice.

Aaron Fassbender, RN

Aaron Fassbender

RN

Alberta

Meet Aaron—a Registered Nurse, University of Alberta graduate, and founder of own practice, with over 13 years of healthcare experience.

Known for his clinical precision and artistic eye, Aaron creates natural, refined results that enhance your features—never overpower them. Every treatment is personalized to help you look refreshed, confident, and unmistakably you.

As an experienced injector, educator, and mentor, Aaron is committed to advancing aesthetic nursing while delivering exceptional, safety-focused care.

Marlee Myck, RN

Marlee Myck

RN

Alberta

Hi I’m Marlee! I have been a Registered Nurse for 10+ years and have over 5+ years of experience specializing in cosmetic nursing. My approach has always been rooted in education, precision, and enhancing what’s already there.

Outside of the clinic, you’ll usually find me travelling, trying new restaurants, discovering beautiful places, or teaching and continuing my own education.

I’m so excited to bring my experience, passion, and love for aesthetics into teaching. I can’t wait to meet you!

Julie Martin

RN

New Brunswick

Sarah Smith, RN

Sarah Smith

RN

New Brunswick

I'm a Registered Nurse with over 16 years of nursing experience, including a strong background in emergency medicine. For the past 6+ years, I've specialized in aesthetic nursing, combining medical expertise with a passion for helping clients feel confident in their own skin. Alongside my clinical career, I have over a decade of teaching experience and love mentoring and educating others. Outside of work, I'm a proud wife and mom of two who values family, connection, being active and helping others look and feel their very best.

Follow along for a glimpse into both my personal life and my work in aesthetics:

Personal: @sarahspinsmith | Aesthetics: @pokedtoperfection

Dr. Giselle Villar, MD

Dr. Giselle Villar

MD

British Columbia

Dr. Giselle Villar, a specialist physician, boasts 13 years of exemplary experience in medical aesthetics. Her extensive training in advanced Botox and dermal fillers has taken her across the United States, Canada, and Brazil, refining her skills in the pursuit of excellence. With a focus on innovation, she is well-versed in the MD Codes technique, ensuring precise and tailored aesthetic solutions for her patients.

Dr. Jordan Atkinson, ND

Dr. Jordan Atkinson

ND

British Columbia

Recognized for his precision and artistry, in Botox, dermal fillers, PRP, and biostimulators through years of practice, global collaboration, and continuous education. Dr Atkinson has had the privilege of both learning from and teaching some of the most respected professionals in the aesthetic industry worldwide. His approach combines a deep understanding of anatomy with a natural, patient-centered aesthetic, always aiming to enhance confidence.

Dr. Harpreet Lotay, MD

Dr. Harpreet Lotay

MD

British Columbia

Renowned for expertise in aesthetic medicine, Dr. Lotay has garnered a reputation for achieving natural results and guiding her patients through the myriad of aesthetic choices available today. Education has been a cornerstone of Dr. Lotay’s career journey. Graduating with distinction from the University of Alberta Medical School, where she received the Mewburn Memorial Medal for her exemplary performance in surgery.

Dr. Krystle Kay, MD

Dr. Krystle Kay

MD

British Columbia

Dr. Krystle Kay-Pfau is a board-certified specialist in Family Medicine with an advanced certification in aesthetic medicine. She completed her family medicine residency program at the University of Alberta in 2013 and completed her aesthetics training shortly after in the fall of 2023 in Calgary. She worked for 8.5 years in Edmonton before making the move to Kelowna in 2020. She is married to Rob and has two beautiful children.

Sara Gardner, RN/MN

Sara Gardner

RN/MN

British Columbia

I’ve been a registered nurse for 18 years. I started my career as a paramedic and then transitioned to nursing school. Upon graduation I went straight into the ICU. After a few years, I obtained my Master’s degree in Nursing and decided to go into long term care as a director.

In 2021 I started my career in medical aesthetics and now co-own two clinics in the lower mainland. My passion is regenerative aesthetics and improving skin health by using lasers, radiofrequency microneedling and medical grade skincare.

Jennifer Bramley

NP

British Columbia

Jacob Noye, RN

Jacob Noye

RN

Nova Scotia

Jacob Noye, RN, RMT is a Registered Nurse and Registered Massage Therapist with advanced training in Medical Aesthetics. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University and completed his Advanced Medical Aesthetics Certification through the Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics (CAMA).

Eleanor Farrashzadeh, MD

Eleanor Farrashzadeh

MD

Nova Scotia

Registered Nurse with advanced certification in Medical Aesthetics and a background in acute care practice of over 4 years. Founder of Tao Luxe Aesthetics in Bedford, Eleanor focuses on subtle, harmonizing results using evidence-based neuromodulator and dermal filler techniques.

Dr. Bhreagh MacDougall, MD

Dr. Bhreagh MacDougall

MD

Nova Scotia

Dr. Bhreagh MacDougall is a family medicine physician who currently practices in hospitalist, emergency, aesthetics, and primary care medicine in rural Nova Scotia where she was born and raised. She has a Master of Medical Science degree from the University of Calgary with research focussing on tissue inflammation and repair. She attended medical school at Saba University School of Medicine with clerkships throughout the eastern and southern USA. She completed her Family Medicine Residency at the New Hampshire Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency in New Hampshire, US. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and by the College of Family Physicians of Canada. She has completed the advanced training program and currently holds active membership with the Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics as well as the American Academy of Family Practitioners. She is also certified through the Canadian College of Family Practitioners, and a licensee of the Nova Scotia College of Physicians and surgeons. When she is not serving her rural community in Cape Breton, NS she treats clients in her aesthetics and wellness practice – House of Flidara.

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