Meet Our Providers
Our providers are dedicated to helping you with your aesthetic needs. Meet the faces behind the mask.
Experienced Nurse Injector
Mirnesa Tikvina
Mirnesa has 12 years of experience providing nursing care to patients in multiple states, at Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery she offers the latest and most advanced aesthetic nonsurgical treatments to our patients.
Mirnesa began her nursing career working in post-surgical units and emergency care with several prominent Connecticut medical institutions, including Yale New Haven Hospital and Hartford Hospital. She then worked with Inova Health Systems, Plastic and Dermatology offices, George Washington University and Shenandoah University in Virginia, where she focused on nursing care and nursing education.
Mirnesa offers the latest and most advanced aesthetic nonsurgical treatments to our patients. Throughout her career, Mirnesa has demonstrated a strong commitment to patient-centered care and has stayed current on the latest advances in the aesthetic specialty, she is focused on non-invasive facial aesthetic procedures including; Dermal fillers (Juvederm, Galderma, Revance), Neurotoxin injectables (Botox, Dysport) and Sculptra (Biostimulator).
Education:
- Undergraduate studies at University of Hartford.
- Graduate studies; Nursing Education and Family Nurse Practitioner at University of Alabama Birmingham.
Certification:
- Board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Affiliations:
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners
- International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses (ISPAN)
Master Esthetician & Laser Technician
Sonia Tipan
Sonia is a graduate of one of Virginia's top Esthetics Institutes and has hundreds of hours in continuing education in the Aesthetics field. In 2017, she set out to obtain her Virginia Master Esthetician's License and has honed her skills through various comprehensive training programs offered by the industry's most respected laser and medical grade skincare companies in the US. This dedication to ongoing education allows Sonia to provide patients with a diverse array of advanced aesthetic treatments tailored to their unique needs.
Sonia's repertoire encompasses a wide range of in-demand procedures, including:
- Skin rejuvenation laser treatments
- Laser hair removal
- Vaginal rejuvenation
- Medical grade facials
- Microneedling
- Chemical peels
Beyond her technical expertise, Sonia possesses a deep understanding of various medical-grade skincare products. This knowledge fuels her passion for patient education. She takes pride in collaborating with each patient to develop personalized, long-lasting skincare routines that complement their aesthetic treatments and promote overall skin health.
Through her dedication to excellence and genuine care for patients, Sonia has become a valuable asset to our practice, consistently delivering exceptional results and fostering a positive and informative experience for each patient.