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Doug Knox, MD

Dr. Doug Knox is a native of Kansas City. He attended the University of Kansas as an undergraduate in Biology and went on to the University of Kansas School of Medicine receiving his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1991. He completed residency training in Family Medicine in 1994 and has had an active practice in Family Medicine and Obstetrics since then. He is board certified in Family Medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Knox continues an active participation in Emergency Medicine which he began in 1992. He is a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Dr. Knox also has a passion for Sports Medicine. He has been an enthusiastic member of the medical staff of the Kansas City Wizards Soccer Team in Major League Soccer and has been the team physician for the Kansas City Explorers World Team Tennis franchise over the past four years. Dr. Knox is also an accomplished tennis player.

In recent years, Dr. Knox has developed a special interest in cosmetics and aesthetics, including medically based weight loss and the treatment of obesity. He became the Medical Director of Aestheticare Medi-Spa in the Fall of 2006 and is now owner of AesthetiCare, PA. In 2006 he began studies in Phlebology, the study of veins and venous disease, and he became a member of the American College of Phlebology in February 2007. He opened his vascular clinic, The Vein & Laser Institute, in Leawood, Kansas, also in early 2007.

Dr. Knox is recognized for his thoroughness and excellence in patient care. He believes in taking his time and truly listening to the concerns of his patients. He has developed and excellence reputation in the medical community and brings a great deal of knowledge and enthusiasm to AesthetiCare.

Faith Hibschle, RN, CLT

Registered Nurse

Faith Hibschle, RN, CLT, ACLS,LPN began her career in aesthetics as a cosmetologist in Mission, Kansas in 1982, before deciding to seek a career in health care. Faith completed her LPN training and worked at KU Medical center while she continued pursuing her nursing degree. She then earned her ADN from Minneapolis Community College in 1995. Having first practiced in Minnesota as an R.N.with hemodialysis and cardiopulmonary/intubated patients, Faith moved back to Kansas City in 1997. Here, she has practiced simultaneously on the cardiopulmonary unit at St. Joseph Medical Center and as a nurse with the Kansas City Heart Group. Pursuing her ongoing passion for aesthetics, she has joined the state and nationwide divisions of the Aesthetics Nursing Association and has worked in the medical aesthetics community here in Kansas City since 2004. Faith has received extensive, hands-on training and is experienced in Botox® and Restylane® injections, laser hair removal, dermatological chemical peels, Thermage®, and microdermabrasion. Faith feels as strongly about ongoing education as she does about the demographically-driven, growing need for aesthetic care. Recently, Faith has completed advanced training as follows:

  • Arc Mesa Aesthetic Advancements – Facial Enhancement & Anti-Aging Treatments using Botox®
  • Medicis – Restylane Injections
  • Aesthetic Medical Educators – Mesotherapy/Lipodissolve
  • Stephen Mulholland, MD, FACS – Advanced Certification in LipoLite™ Non-Surgical Liposcution
  • Stephen Mulholland, MD, FACS – Get the Point Advanced Training in Injection Techniques
  • Stephen Mulholland, MD, FACS – Advanced Certification in FotoFacial Radio Frequency Energy
  • elos Technology - Velasmooth Body Contouring, eLight – SR SRA ST; eLaser – DSL WRA
  • Lumenis™ - Cutaneous Laser & Intense Pulse Light Training
  • Lumenis™ - SkinScape for Microdermabrasion
  • Bal-Tech Medical – Sclerotherapy
  • Thermage Inc – Thermage Procedure using ThermaCool TC System
  • Aesthetic Consulting Group – Certified training organization in aesthetic laser applications
  • Sciton, Inc – Leading manufacturer of aesthetic lasers
Faith enjoys spending time with her family, loves Holidays, and enjoys health and fitness. Faith’s passion is to help people look and feel their best, at any age.

Matt Taranto

Matt is a 1987 graduate of the University of Kansas. After spending 10 years in sales, marketing, and product development, Matt incorporated Aesthetic Consulting Group(ACG) in 1998. ACG has become one of the country's leading aesthetic training and consulting companies with clients in nearly all 50 states. In 2001, Matt incorporated AesthetiCare (AC) in the Kansas City area due to his desire to provide a business model and training center for the clients of ACG. AesthetiCare has evolved into a full-service aesthetic center that has built a reputation of exceptional customer service and results-oriented aesthetic treatments. AesthetiCare is an advanced training center for physicians and their staffs from across the country and offers the most experienced and well-trained staff in the Midwest. Matt is active in the day-to-day operation of AesthetiCare and looks forward to continued growth as well as always offering the newest and most effective treatments for his clients.

Judy Sanders, RN

Registered Nurse

Judy Sanders, RN has over 13 years of experience in medical aesthetics. She began her aesthetic career working for a well-known board certified plastic surgeon. She advanced to Clinical Director of AesthetiCare from 2001-2004. For the past four years she was Clinical Director for another medispa in the Johnson County area. She recently returned to AesthetiCare to continue her specialization non-surgical aesthetics. Judy is a national trainer for cosmetic injectables and laser treatments. She is dedicated to helping others look and feel their best. There are very few nurses in the country with her level of aesthetic experience.

Judy has gone through very thorough training including:

  • Kansas Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse, 1995
  • Medical Laser Dynamics, Inc. – Lasers and Light Technologies
  • International Academy of Physiological Regulating Medicine - Use of Oral & Injectable Drugs with Mesotherapy
  • Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
  • Combined use of BTX-A & Dermal Fillers for Facial
  • Advanced BTX-A with Fundamental Dermal
  • Millennium CME Institute – The Art and Science of Volume Replacement and Contour Enhancement of the Face
  • 17th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine
  • ACG Training – CoolTouch Laser, ProLite Laser, Sciton Laser
  • Dr. Gregory Buford – Sculptra Training
  • Mobile Surgical Lasers – DOT Co2 and Active FX
  • Bioform Medical, Inc. – Radiesse Injectable Training
  • Arc Mesa Aesthetic Advancements – Facial Enhancement & Anti-Aging Treatments using Botox®
  • Medicis – Restylane Injections
  • LUMENIS – IPL & Laser Applications; Lumenis One; 1064 Yag Laser; LIGHT Sheer for Hair Removal

Judy enjoys spending time with her friends and family including her husband Wade, two children and five grandchildren. She loves travel and is passionate about animal rescue.

Amy Taylor

Licensed Esthetician

Amy graduated from Johnson County Community College with an Esthetics degree in 2004, she began her esthetics career with the exclusive Terry Binns at Sulgrave where she worked closely with her clients treating all types of skin conditions.  Prior to her start she was dedicated to her volunteer work.  Sitting on numerous boards and committees, Amy was involved with many fundraisers in her community and children’s schools.

Amy prides herself o n giving a thorough skin analysis and seeks to educate her clients about proper skin care, appropriate product selection and customized beauty regiments.  Amy is sure to keep her clients abreast of all the latest techniques and options for anti-aging.  Amy provides a full range of services for all types of skin, including rosacea, acneic skin and hyper pigmentation. Amy specializes in chemical peels, microdermabrasion, waxing, brow dye and lash tinting and customized facials. 

Amy has a passion for helping people look and feel their best.  Amy believes that the path to beautiful skin begins with nurturing yourself from within and creating harmony in all levels of your life.  When Amy is not catering to her clients you can find her spending quality time with her husband and their four children reading, cooking and entertaining. 

Amy continues to keep up on all the latest techniques.  Her advanced training includes:

 

    • Isolaz Laser Treatment
    • Sciton, Inc. Leading Manufacturer of Aesthetic Lasers
    • Lumenious-Intense Pulse Light Treatment
    • Medical Microdermabrasion
    • MicroPeels
    • DermaPlaning
    • Advanced Waxing
    • Laser Hair Removal
    • Glo Mineral Make-up

     

    Jessica Owens

    Licensed Massage Therapist

    Jessica is a true Midwestern girl, born and raised in the Ozarks. Growing up her family moved around the heartland before settling in Wellington, Missouri. Jessica knew she wanted to be a massage therapist at an early age. Graduating with honors from The Missouri High-Tech Institute, Jessica studied intensely under Dr. Julie Kay Attchison.

    Jessica takes a deep interest in the well being of her clients, believing communication is vital to understanding any current limitations as well as developing long term goals. Jessica continues to pursue advanced training and over the past the past five years has become proficient in the following types of massage:

    • Swedish
    • Deep Tissue
    • Trigger Point Therapy
    • Pregnancy and Prenatal
    • Sports/Stretching
    • Thai Yoga
    • Hot Stone
    • Reflexology

    Jessica looks forward to working with you and delivering the best in massage therapy to the clients of AesthetiCare.

    Jennifer Kennedy LE

    Licensed Esthetician

    Jennifer was born and raised in Overland Park, Kansas. Jennifer graduated from University of Kansas in 1989 with her degree in communication. Jennifer worked for the University of Kansas Endowment Association before starting her family. Jennifer stayed at home for six years before deciding to go back to work which is when she pursued her passion for skin care. Jennifer attended JCCC and got her esthetics license in 2004. After graduating Jennifer worked for Par Exsalonce, an Aveda concept salon and spa.

    Jennifer’s advanced training includes:

    • Isolaz Laser Training
    • Sciton, Inc. Leading Manufacturer of Aesthetic Lasers
    • Medical Microdermabrasion
    • MicroPeels
    • DermaPlaning
    • Laser Hair Removal

    Jennifer enjoys helping her clients feel great about themselves and their skin. She believes putting together a skin care plan for each client puts them one step closer to achieving beautiful, healthy skin. Jennifer loves working with her clients creating optimal results for a beautiful, radiant glow.

    When Jennifer isn’t pampering her clients, she can be found spending time with her husband, Kevin, and their three children. Between soccer games, baseball, basketball, cheerleading and scouts, you can find Jennifer scrapbooking, reading or enjoying a good movie.