Richard Parfitt, M.D.
"Don't Just Hope for Great Results, Get Them."
Dr. Parfitt received his medical school training at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. His first exposure to the field of cosmetic surgery was in medical school. The exacting precision required for surgery of the face fascinated him. It was then that he made his decision to become a specialist in facial cosmetic surgery. After more than 7 years of experience in the field of facial cosmetic surgery, Dr. Parfitt returned to Madison WI to develop his own facial cosmetic surgery center. Read Dr. Parfitt Full Bio >
Peggy obtained her Aesthetician license after graduating from Aveda Institute of Minneapolis-a leader in the field of aesthetics. After completing 750 hours of study (which at the time was 25% more than required by the State of Minnesota and 66% more than required by the State of Wisconsin) and taking full advantage of all the opportunities at Aveda, Peggy graduated in 1998. After much time and planning, Peggy chose to move back to Madison, where she had previously attended the University of Wisconsin, studying Consumer Science. Peggy was delighted to be the first Aesthetician to join Dr. Parfitt’s team and help educate the public on skin care and skin health. Peggy enjoys providing a diverse client base with laser treatments, BOTOX, microdermabrasions, skin peels, skin consultations, topical skin care recommendations, and pre- and post-operative care services. In May 2002, she was promoted to General Manager of Dr. Parfitt’s practices. Peggy has since enjoyed sharing in and growing both her personal and professional life with her now -husband and business partner, Dr. Richard Parfitt.
Angela Schmidt
Operations Manager
“I can feel good about working in an industry that helps people gain confidence.”
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Angela has 15 years of Business Administration experience and 5 years of experience in the beauty industry. After working at a non-surgical medical spa, she realized that Dr. Parfitt's surgical and non-surgical offices offered patients more. "With a full range of options I feel good about Dr. Parfitt's philosophy of fully educating patients on all of their choices." A native Wisconsinite; she graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison.
Megan Markey
Surgical Assistant / Client Care Coordinator
"I enjoy the precision involved in facial cosmetic surgery."
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Megan works as a Client Care Coordinator and as an Operating Room Surgical Assistant. After receiving her BA in Linguistics from Lawrence University, she decided to completely change directions and re-visit her childhood interest in cosmetic surgery. With specifically Dr. Parfitt's practice in mind, she applied for a position within his company and has been working for him since January 2007.
Jennifer Voge
Operating Room Circulator
"There is no substitute for hard work." -Thomas Edison
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Jennifer enjoys working in Dr. Parfitt's office because it allows her the flexibility to work around her real fulltime job - being a wife and a mother to three children. After seven years of being a stay at home mom, Jennifer returned to college to obtain her Respiratory Therapy degree. Jennifer graduated with honors and found employment at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. After two years with UWHC, she desired to work in a more intimate, clinical setting and started working with Dr. Parfitt. She loves the positive energy from her co-workers and clients and is truly excited to come to work every day!
Anne Larson
Client Care Coordinator
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” - Dalai Lama
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Anne is the client care coordinator that keeps the office running smoothly. She orchestrates our daily schedules and makes sure every client is greeted with a warm, friendly smile. Anne worked as a CNA in a nursing home but was so empathetic toward her patients; she found it difficult not to grow attached to them. Because of her charming personality and desire to make everyone happy, she quickly adjusted to being Dr. Parfitt’s Client Care Coordinator. Anne has been with Dr. Parfitt for over two years and enjoys coming to work every day because it is gratifying to see patients have a positive experience!
Julia Bach
Medical Aesthetics Specialist
“I really love that we are able to help clients feel comfortable in their skin; it is so great when clients tell me that they don’t wear foundation anymore because they no longer have anything to conceal!”
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Originally from Minnesota, Julia moved to Chicago in 2000 in order to complete the 750 hours of training required to become a Licensed Aesthetician. From the start of her career as an Aesthetician, Julia was interested in learning about procedures that could be offered only under a physician’s guidance because she understood the limits of improvement that over-the-counter creams and spa services could provide. When she decided to move to Madison in July, 2003, she knew that she wanted to work for Dr. Richard Parfitt because of his reputation for excellence. She has been working for Dr. Parfitt and AestheticA Skin Center for over 5 years now, and she is currently continuing her education by pursuing a B.S. in Nursing. Under Dr. Parfitt’s training, Julia has become one of the leading Aesthetician injectors in the state, and enjoys the art and precision needed to get outstanding results with Botox and dermal fillers. In addition to providing skin treatments, she also works with patients who have had cosmetic surgery, caring for them after surgery in the on-site surgical suite, as well as completing post-operative care in the week following surgery. Most importantly, she appreciates the practice philosophy of only offering treatments that have consistently proven results that the customers find value in, and doing everything we can to give the customer the best experience and outcome possible.
Taryn Sutter
Medical Aesthetics Specialist
"I love seeing the change I can provide my patients!”
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A graduate of University of Wisconsin-Madison, Taryn went on to earn her Aesthetician license in 2005, while working as an office coordinator at a cosmetic practice. She realized then that her love for science and medicine could be joined with her new found passion for aesthetics, offering individuals the opportunity for enhanced beauty and confidence, while providing excellence in customer service. Taryn has recently joined the staff at AestheticA, excited to work under a physician who implements education and awareness to all of his patients, while providing excellence in cosmetic surgery. Dr. Parfitt’s thorough approach to procedures and overall quality satisfaction is why Taryn was thrilled to join the staff and have the opportunity to work for such a highly qualified and recognized facility. She loves the positive work environment and energy her co-workers bring on a daily basis.
Melinda Foerster
Operations Manager/Surgical Coordinator
"That seeing a reflection of yourself that matches how you feel and think inside is priceless." Watch Melinda's Introduction Video>
Melinda, a Portland Oregon native moved to Wisconsin in 2001 to start a new life's adventure. Twenty years of banking experience which included five years as a Private Banker and many years of Interior Design has given her the perfect background experience in customer service, detailed office operations and coordination of surgeries. Melinda has personally experienced the benefits of Dr. Parfitt's skill by having a number of facial surgical procedures including face lift, forehead lift, upper and lower eyes, rhinoplasty and chin augmentation as well as Botox and fillers. She is able to understand from this experience, the process of "doing the homework" in researching the procedures of interest, making a decision, and the nervousness the days prior to surgery. Melinda believes the decision to have facial surgery should belong only to the individual and not based on what others may think or say.
Susan Kahler
Practical Nurse
"The best part of my job is seeing people so excited with their transformations..."
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Susan's nursing career began in 1977 after graduating from Fox Valley Technical Institute in Appleton WI, as a practical nurse. After working at St. Elizabeth's Hospital as a LPN for over 20 years, she pursued an interest in the field of aesthetics and joined the team at AestheticA (Appleton) in 2003. Her duties there include performing various aesthetic procedures, of which injecting fillers as her most satisfying task. She states the best part of her job is seeing people so excited with their transformations, and all the great friendships she has formed with her clients.
Mary Kolosso
Client Care Coordinator
"The people who come through our doors are more than just clients."
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Mary was employed by Thrivent for 13 years. While there, her duties included working with the field in Capital Management, tour guide and a receptionist at the lobby desk. In 2002 she entered the field of Aesthetics in Administration again as a receptionist. Mary states that the most rewarding part of the job that she enjoys is interacting with the clients and visually seeing the transformation of them. She feels that her clients are very comfortable and trusting with AestheticA and are treated as more than "just a client."
Sheila Deno
Aesthetician / Surgical Technician
"One of the most rewarding parts of my job is helping patients with acne prone skin."
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Sheila is a licensed aesthetican and a 2004 NWTC graduate of the surgical technology program. She has been employed as a clinician at the AestheticA Skin Health Center in Appleton/ Parfitt Facial Plastic Surgery since 2005. Sheila takes pride in educating patients on how to properly protect and care for their skin in addition to treatments that are performed in the office.
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