Advanced Esthetics Med Spa (AEMS): Our Qualified Team
Dr. Ruth Rustad is the medical director of Advanced Esthetics Med Spa (AEMS). As Medical Director of AEMS, Dr. Rustad provides AEMS patients with the most current, medically-proven cosmetic treatments available. She keeps up-to-date with the latest technological advancements and treatments. Dr. Ruth Rustad has taught cosmetic procedure courses to the Advanced Esthetics Med Spa staff, as well as other dermatologists and PAs in the community.
Our team of certified cosmetic specialists consists of physicians, specially-trained medical assistants, nurses, and certified physician assistants. All of our Certified Cosmetic Care Specialists (CCS) have received careful and extensive training in the various cosmetic procedures offered at AEMS.
Our physicians have broad and widespread training well beyond their medical school and residency training. They also continue to seek out and complete specialized continuing medical training courses for the various cosmetic procedures offered at AEMS. Our PAs have a mix of continuing medical education courses, as well as specialized AEMS in-depth courses. Our nurses and our other cosmetic specialists have received extensive training from in-depth and extensive courses and testing protocol required at Advanced Esthetics Med Spa.
All of AEMS Certified Cosmetic Care Specialists receive extensive, in-depth training; which includes lectures, demonstrations, practice sessions, written and practical tests, periodic reevaluations with review of information, uniform standards for evaluation and verification, and additional practice sessions to maintain and increase their expertise. Our advanced and rigorous training provides you with the best medically-proven procedures for cosmetic dermatology in Minneapolis, MN.
Cosmetic Care Specialists
Meghan obtained her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse from Chippewa Valley Technical College in 2020. She has previously worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing behavioral therapy for kids with special needs. Meghan has been with ADC since 2020, working with medical and surgical patients, and began providing cosmetic treatments in 2022, after completing her training as an AEMS Cosmetic Care Specialist. In Meghan’s free time, she enjoys going camping, and kayaking with her husband and their yellow lab, Rusty. In the winter she enjoys playing hockey with her family.
Liz Cajacob, CDT, CCS Liz grew up in Eagan, Minnesota, and has been with Advanced Dermatology Care since 2022. Prior to that, Liz was a practicing CNA for over 12 years. Patient care has always been a passion for her, and she became interested in dermatology, because she loves to help people feel their most confident. Liz loves spending time with friends, family, traveling and hiking with her fiancé and two little dogs. She is also getting married this year, and is looking forward to being able to help clients feel confident and beautiful on their wedding day.
Aaron Caldwell, CDT, CCS After moving from the Chicagoland area, Aaron received his Bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in Health & Human Physiology in 2019. During his undergraduate, he worked with the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics with the Department of Pathology, and later went on to work as a phlebotomist before moving to the Twin Cities in 2021. Since joining the team with Advanced Dermatology Care in 2021, he has received certification as a Certified Dermatology Technician, worked as a Lead Medical Support Staff, as a surgical assistant, and is now taking on the esthetics aspect of Dermatology. He prides himself on providing a safe and comfortable space with each patient, and his passion for dermatology and desire to help improve everyone’s self-image, push him to provide the best results and make everyone feel good in their own skin.
Tammy Figueroa, TMA, CDT, MT, CCS Tammy grew up in Forest Lake and graduated from Cottey College with an Associate’s in Liberal Arts degree. She has worked as a florist in a garden center, and has worked as a Nursing Assistant in a nursing home for 22 years. She has been with Advanced Dermatology Care for over three years, and works here as a Medical Support Staff, Mohs Tech, Certified Dermatology Technician, and is a Lead Support Staff at ADC. She is the Mohs Lab Compliance Officer, and is active on the Marketing Committee. She enjoys helping people with their skin problems, and helping people live their best life. Tammy is married and has two kids, and two dogs. She enjoys reading, crafting, kayaking, hiking and traveling. Tammy was a youth group leader at her church for 12 years, and loved taking teens on mission trips.
Leasa Lockard, CDT, CCS Leasa was previously a Special Education Para who specialized in high physical/medical needs, understanding equity, and appreciating diversity. She continues to love helping people find their own confidence and understanding. She finds it very important to maintain integrity, recognizing people as unique beings with their own goals and aspirations. Leasa began working with ADC in 2023, and has been enjoying working with medical and surgical patients. She makes sure our patients know they have the support of ADC staff in navigating their health journey. Leasa is excited to continue to grow by joining the Cosmetic Care Specialists, in bringing more understanding and confidence to the people in our amazing community.
Sarah Nelson, DLSM Sarah has lived in Minnesota her entire life. Sarah has been a practicing Cosmetologist, and her experience with management and her cosmetology background, makes her a perfect fit to mentor both staff and patients. Sarah has always been passionate about creating strong connections with others. She is always striving to make a positive environment around her, and enjoys working with others who do the same. That is why Sarah is so grateful to have been a part of the ADC family for the last 7 years. When Sarah is not answering the phones or scheduling your appointments, she enjoys baking, grilling, going on motorcycle rides, and relaxing with family and friends.
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