Cosmetic Injector
Tracey Gregory, NP-C
Tracey Gregory, nurse practitioner, has been working at AYA since July 2007. She has been in the nursing profession since graduating from Georgia Baptist School of Nursing in 1991 and then completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1993 at the Medical College of Georgia. She received her Master’s of Science in Nursing and Nurse Practitioner degree from Georgia College and State University in 2002. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Since graduating in 2002, Tracey has focused her career in plastic and reconstructive surgery with emphasis on cosmetic injectable fillers and artistically enhancing and rejuvenating the face with botulinum toxin Type A. She also personally trains other physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses in the aesthetic application of botulinum toxin Type A as well as cosmetic filler products.
Tracey is available by appointment at the Phipps Plaza location every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and every other Friday and Saturday.
Tracey’s services at AYA include:
Botox®
Juvederm® Ultra and Juvederm® Ultra Plus
Sculptra®
Restylane®
Radiesse®
Certified Physicians Assistant / Cosmetic Injector
Casey Powell, M.P.A.S., P.A.-C.
Casey joined Aya in April 2011. She received her undergraduate degree from Emory University in 2003 and graduated from the Master’s Level Physician Assistant program at the Medical College of Cornell University in 2007. Prior to her career at AYA, she specialized in general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, as well as reconstructive plastic surgery in the Atlanta area.
With extensive education and training to match her artistic judgment, she strategically administers cosmetic injectable fillers. In fact, she even worked with Aesthetic Advancements, the only Botox® and dermal filler certification program in the State of Georgia. Certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants, Casey also maintains membership with the American Association of Physician Assistants and Georgia Dermatology Physicians Assistants. Casey is committed to enhancing her patients’ natural, unique appearances through cosmetic skin treatments, as well as facilitating a graceful and natural aging process.
Brow Artist
Nishawne Hinds
Beauty and grooming have always played a major role in Nishawne’s life. The Panama born esthetician came to the United States at the age of 14. After high school Nishawne enrolled at the International School of Skin and Nail Care with plans to major in nail care. One semester, however, she added a skin care class to her schedule and discovered a real passion for the art and science of beautiful skin. While in school, Nishawne worked in various cosmetic lines in high end department stores. It was while there her knack for shaping perfect brows was discovered. In between demonstrating cosmetics products, she would use her personal tools to shape the brows of her friends, coworkers and customers. Soon women were coming to see Nishawne simply for their eyebrows. After building a solid, though underground reputation as a brow stylist the perfect opportunity came by way of a new line of brow products and shaping methods. The line’s namesake and founder made her fame as a brow stylist via Oprah and slew of celebrity clientele. Nishawne landed the coveted position as the brow artist and it didn’t take long before it became a 3 month wait for a brow shaping. Unable to continue to accommodate her clientele, she sought a new home and discovered AYA, a happy marriage between art and science.
Nishawne’s services at AYA include Brow Sculpting, Facial Waxing, and Brow and Lash Tinting.
Permanent Makeup Technician
Robin Hays, CPCP
Robin is the Director and Ethics Chairwoman of The Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP). She has been practicing the art of permanent make-up since 1993. Robin travels between her Chattanooga and Atlanta offices weekly, and loves the knowledge she has gained through working with some of the most gifted plastic surgeons in the South. A master trainer in advanced techniques, well known for her areola tattooing and free hand eyebrow techniques, Robin is highly sought as a keynote speaker for industry related conferences.
Licensed Estheticians
Michelle Hosang
Michelle has been working at AYA since November of 2007. She has advanced training in medical esthetics, mirodermabrasion, the Obagi Nu-Derm and C Rx Systems, IS Clinical, laser hair removal, FotoFacial RF, Skin Rejuvenatation and Skin Tightening, and chemical peels. Michelle graduated from the Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics, a division of the Atlanta School of Massage, after receiving a B.A. in Sociology from Georgia State University.
Dana Love
Dana Love has been working at AYA since June of 2005. She is a graduate of the Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics, a division of the Atlanta School of Massage. She has advanced training in Aurora hair removal and skin rejuvenation, Polaris system for treatment of wrinkles and veins, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, waxing and the Obagi Nu-Derm and C Rx systems. Dana was a Business Analyst for 6 years before deciding to pursue a career in Esthetics. She also has a BS in Marketing from Columbus State University.
Erin McLean
Erin McLean has been working at AYA since June of 2005. She has advanced training in Laser Hair Removal, IPL FotoFacial and FotoFacial RF, Spider Vein Removal, Microdermabrasion, facial peels, endermologie, waxing, regular facials, and camouflage mineral makeup. She also has extensive training in Obagi skin care and IS Clinical. She graduated from International School of Skin and Nail Care in Febuary of 2002.
Heather Dobson
Heather Dobson has been working at Aya since October of 2004. She has been a licensed esthetician since September of 2003. Prior to her education at International School of Skin and Nail Care, Heather was an apprentice training beneath a licensed esthetician with over ten years of experience. Heather has advanced training in Lymphatic Facials, body treatments, waxing, microdermabrasion, laser hair removal, Aurora Hair Removal and Skin Rejuvenation, Polaris elos system for treatment of wrinkles and veins, and the Obagi Nu-Derm and C Rx systems. Heather received a B.A. in Education from American Intercontinental College before pursuing a career in esthetics.
Emily Velez
Emily Velez has been working at Aya since October of 2004. She has advanced training in medical esthetics, the Obagi Nu-Derm and C Rx systems, microdermabrasion, laser hair removal, Aurora Hair Removal and Skin Rejuvenation, Polaris elos system for treatment of wrinkles and veins, and the FotoFacial RF. Emily is a graduate of the Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics, a division of the Atlanta School of Massage and has a B.A. in Speech Communication from the University of Georgia.
Katie Roland
Katie Roland joined AYA’s team in June, 2010; however, her experience as a licensed esthetician dates back to 2003. She received her esthetics education at Continental School of Beauty in Rochester, New York. Katie’s past experience includes assisting multiple plastic surgeons. She specializes in medical facials for acne, chemical peels for anti-aging, IPL FotoFacials for rosacea, acne treatments, and skin rejuvenation techniques. Katie also performs Candela laser treatments for facial and leg veins and laser hair removal, various chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and facials. Her education even extends to injectables, such as Radiesse®, Juvederm®, Sculptra®, and Botox® Cosmetic and several skincare lines including Obagi Medical Products, Young Pharmaceuticals, Cosmedical Technologies, Revision Skincare, Skinceuticals, and PCA Skin Care.
