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Name: Wayne Wertheim, MD

Statement: Dr. Wertheim has developed a reputation for having an outstanding bedside manner and treating all of his patients with care and compassion. His belief is that clients be “treated as if they are family. Procedures are offered only with the best interests of the patient in mind.

Dr. Wertheim completed his postgraduate training in internal medicine at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, New York. For more than 24 years, he practiced primary care medicine on Long Island with offices in Roslyn Heights and Garden City. During this time, his hospital associations included North Shore University Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and the Winthrop University Hospital. Dr. Wertheim has held academic teaching appointments at both the Cornell University Medical College and the School of Medicine at the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

Throughout his years in practice, Dr. Wertheim developed a strong interest in anti-aging medicine, bariatrics, and nutritional supplementation. He is an active member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and the International Medical Spa Society, National Association of Cosmetic Surgeons. He continually expands his knowledge base by attending both national and international aesthetic conferences and advanced training seminars.

Began aesthetic medicine in: 2002

Rating: 4.9

Name: Lisa Panetta, Director of Clinical Services

Position: Aesthetician

Years experience: 15

Biography: Lisa has been with Island Medical Laser for more than a decade. She serves as the Director of Clinical Services and is the lead medical aesthetician. She received her aesthetic degree from the Lia Schorr Institute of Cosmetic Skin Care and is licensed in New York state. Lisa completed her advanced laser training at Light Speed Laser training center in Naples, Fla. She continues her education and training by attending seminars on new lasers and new cosmetic treatments. Lisa is certified in permanent makeup. She has 15 plus years of experience working in the cosmetic and aesthetic medical setting alongside top cosmetic surgeon specializing in advanced aesthetics.

Name: Prudence Ferrone, Senior Clinical Consultant

Position: Staff

Years experience: 30

Name: Casey O'connor, Aesthetician/Medical Laser Specialist

Position: Aesthetician

Years experience: 7

Biography: After working in the medical field for 7 years as a sonographer, Casey wanted to expand her career and enter the medical aesthetic field. She enrolled in The Long Island Nail and Skin Care Institute where she graduated early at the top of her class. She is a licensed and certified medical aesthetician and advanced medical laser specialist. Island Medical Laser/VanishMD is one of Long Island’s leading authorities in laser tattoo removal, allowing Casey to thrive in her area of expertise. Casey’s vast knowledge of tattooing and laser cosmetic procedures ensures that you’ll get the best treatment available. In fact, she has become known as the “Queen” of tattoo removal. Her bubbly, sincere disposition coupled with serious results and compassion, make her the best in the business. Both male and female clients leave satisfied, with a renewed sense of confidence.

Name: Donna Koullias, Aesthetician/Medical Laser Specialist

Position: Aesthetician

Years experience: 10

Biography: Donna has been with Island medical Laser for over a decade. She completed her aesthetic education at the prestigious Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics. and then became licensed in New York state.

“Working as an esthetician for the past seventeen years, has enabled me to integrate my personality with succeeding at making my clients feel great both on the inside and out. Working at Island Medical for the past twelve years has taught me a lot, not only about the world of skin care, but about myself. I’ve had the pleasure of working in an environment offering state of the art technology under a very special “down to earth” medical director who offers top notch services with a wonderful bedside manner”.

Name: Tammy Rollins, Aesthetician/Medical Laser Specialist

Position: Aesthetician

Years experience: 13

Biography: Tammy is a New York state licensed Esthetician and advanced medical laser specialist. She has been with Island Medical Laser for over 6 years. Tammy graduated from New York institute of Beauty in 2005, she has been actively practicing in the field ever since.

She moved early on in her career from facials and standard day-spa treatments to training in medical aesthetics. She has been trained, certified, and has vast experience on a broad range of lasers and skin care devices. She believes in a multifactorial approach to skin care. Working with lasers and chemical peels and regular maintenance is how Tammy believes the best results can be achieved.

Her true passion is to improve others appearance as she knows it will improve their confidence as well! Educating clients on their skin and what they can do to perfect it is her favorite part of her job.

Name: Donna Halperin, Aesthetician/Eyebrow Sculpting

Position: Aesthetician

Years experience: 25

Biography: Donna is a seasoned, professional eyebrow sculptor. She is a NY State, licensed cosmetologist and has worked in the field of aesthetics for over 25 years. She has trained with master makeup artists at Bloomingdales 59th Street, NYC. The art of creating the perfect brow became her passion and a must-have for all her cosmetic clientele. Although her reputation is as the “eyebrow expert”, her expertise includes “non-laser’ hair removal for all body parts.

Name: Michelle, Patient Coordinator

Position: Patient Care Coordinator

Years experience: 10

Biography: Michelle has been in the medical industry for over 10 years having completed her certification as a medical assistant. Her solid experience in a healthcare environment results in the ability to deal successfully with the demands of a busy and diverse patient base. Her genuine welcoming personality will assist you with your check -in/out-desk experience. In addition to her extensive experience, Michelle possesses strong communication skills, and a calm and pleasant demeanor.

Name: Karin Murphy, Public Relations/Marketing

Position: Marketing Manager

Biography: Karin Murphy is a charismatic leader with extensive business management and entrepreneurial experience. With an emphasis in Public Relations and technological marketing she has a unique talent in sales, communications and creative asset development. Karin is President of BluChip Marketing and Managing Partner of Campaign Consulting, Inc. Her core values of integrity, thoroughness, and helpfulness are the foundation of her success.