About Us
Heather Hunt, BS, LAE, CPCS, CLSO, Medical Aesthetics Instructor, Licensed Skin Care Specialist, Practice Manager, Founder
Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Medical Director
Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Medical Director
Heather Hunt has a background in medical aesthetic laser sales, medical spa management and ownership. Since 2000, Heather has trained thousands of medical professionals and helped many of her students start their own businesses and medical spas from the ground up. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree she entered the medical
Heather Hunt has a background in medical aesthetic laser sales, medical spa management and ownership. Since 2000, Heather has trained thousands of medical professionals and helped many of her students start their own businesses and medical spas from the ground up. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree she entered the medical aesthetics industry as a District Sales Rep for Advanced Aesthetic Lasers Inc. and Mattioli Engineering in which she sold and trained physicians on IPL Laser and Microdermabrasion devices. She has trained some of the top cosmetic surgery and dermatology practices in the country, including Case Western Reserve Hospital. Her training courses have been heralded as 'on the cutting edge of the industry' by some of the most respected practitioners in advanced skin care. Renew Image is proud to receive recent recognition as one of the 'Nation's Top Advanced Modality Training Centers' and advanced aesthetic industry influencers by SKIN DEEP Magazine. Heather received her B.S. from the University of Cincinnati, Allied Health Department in Dietetics with a focus on Business Management and Marketing. She is a member of the Kappa Omicron Nu Alumni Honor Society. Her graduate level experience includes cosmetic science courses at the University of Cincinnati's Pharmacy Department. She also holds Licenses in Advanced Aesthetics and Permanent Cosmetics. She is currently a Certified OSHA Laser Safety Operator (CLSO) and National Trainer for MRP Lasers. She continues to advance her education in order to stay on the cutting edge of the industry by attending yearly medical aesthetic training conferences. She also stays up to date by being an active member of the American Medical Spa Association (AMSPA), the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP), the Laser Institute of America (LIA), the Association of Aesthetic Laser Professionals (AALP) and Aesthetics Accreditation International (AIA).
Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Medical Director
Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Medical Director
Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Medical Director
Dr. Kurtzman received his medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA in 1981, completed his residency in general surgery in 1985 and completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery in 1987. Dr. Kurtzman is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the prestigious
Dr. Kurtzman received his medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA in 1981, completed his residency in general surgery in 1985 and completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery in 1987. Dr. Kurtzman is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS).
In addition to his outstanding credentials, Dr. Kurtzman is medical director for Operation Smile, a not-for-profit, volunteer medical services organization that provides reconstructive facial surgery to underprivileged children and young adults in 16 developing nations. Dr. Kurtzman also trains physicians in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area on the safety and use of BOTOX® Cosmetic, Latisse®, Juvéderm®, and several other injectables. In 2002, Dr. Kurtzman was awarded the World Journey of Hope humanitarian award for his contributions to this organization.
Nancy Vaughn, COS-A, CPCS Advanced Aesthetics Instructor, Administrator, Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Nancy Vaughn, COS-A, CPCS Advanced Aesthetics Instructor, Administrator, Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Nancy Vaughn, COS-A, CPCS Advanced Aesthetics Instructor, Administrator, Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Nancy is a Licensed Advanced Aesthetics Instructor and Academic Administrator and Assistant. She has over 30 years experience in the spa industry. She is a very talented and passionate instructor and enjoys helping other women succeed in the aesthetic industry. Nancy is a naturally gifted public speaker and organizes speaking engagements
Nancy is a Licensed Advanced Aesthetics Instructor and Academic Administrator and Assistant. She has over 30 years experience in the spa industry. She is a very talented and passionate instructor and enjoys helping other women succeed in the aesthetic industry. Nancy is a naturally gifted public speaker and organizes speaking engagements to educate beauty and nursing students about career opportunities. She holds many certifications in Advanced Aesthetics and Permanent Cosmetics.
Ren'ee Topala, DNP, APRN Medical Aesthetics Instructor
Nancy Vaughn, COS-A, CPCS Advanced Aesthetics Instructor, Administrator, Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Nancy Vaughn, COS-A, CPCS Advanced Aesthetics Instructor, Administrator, Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Ren'ee is a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Ren'ee graduated from the University of Cincinnati with undergraduate degrees in biopsychology and nursing with honors. She is a board certified Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse with a background in critical care before deciding to go into Aesthetics. Ren'ee trained with Renew Image and with Diamo
Ren'ee is a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Ren'ee graduated from the University of Cincinnati with undergraduate degrees in biopsychology and nursing with honors. She is a board certified Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse with a background in critical care before deciding to go into Aesthetics. Ren'ee trained with Renew Image and with Diamond Level providers in Botox and dermal fillers and is certified through the American Academy of Family Physicians. She is a member of the American Med Spa Association. She and her husband Doctor Alex Topala, MD, are owners of Advanced Aesthetic Group Medspa.