Our Team
Cassandra Santus CRNA
Master Injector, CEO, President
Cassandra has 28 years of experience as a CRNA and is a rejuvenation Master Injector specialist trained by the top Plastic Surgeons in Charlotte. She loves serving her community in the Lake Norman area with expert guidance in helping her clients look and feel their best. She takes pride in Lakeside Wellness MedSpa, providing the highest level of client satisfaction and service. She is an Advanced Master injector and certified in advanced skin care procedures.
Cassandra was a Captain in the Air Force for 13 years. She has a plethora of anesthesia experience including Plastic Surgery, which gives her an edge in aesthetics as anatomy is such a key to safety and patient satisfaction. Dedicated to the needs and care of her patients, she is dedicated to continuing education. In addition to the MedSpas, Cassandra continues to give anesthesia to maintain her skills.
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Gabrielle Faulkner, BSN RN
Aesthetic Nurse Injector
Gabrielle has over 5 years experience has a Registered Nurse. She obtained her BSN from UNC Wilmington and currently works in the CVICU when not enhancing beautiful faces. She became fascinated with the ability to have better skin, while removing unwanted wrinkles and blemishes. She is a Certified Advanced Nurse Injector with over 3 years of experience in aesthetics, and continues to train on the newest advancements in the industry with renowned physicians and specialist in the US, UK, and England. Gabrielle is excited to help you fulfill your aesthetic goals and leave you feeling rejuvenated!
Jen Militello
Certified Medical Aesthetician
With more than 15 years as a certified medical aesthetician, Jen has practiced every aspect of aesthetics for which she is licensed. It did not take her long to realize that visible results are her passion. She enjoy building lasting relationships with clients by understanding individuals’ goals and working together to achieve them.
In her career, she has worked with many skin types. Jen creates skincare regimens for all clients that work seamlessly with our scheduled, professional treatments.
Healthy skin and overall confidence are very important. Thus, Jen loves offering eyelash extensions in addition to medical aesthetics. She is a master lash artist and can create a personalized look for you - from very natural to dramatic. Eyelash extensions are a great way to simplify your daily routine.
Carley Tatum, RN
Aesthetic Nurse Injector
Meet our newest team member at Lakeside Wellness MedSpa - Cornelius!
Carley comes to us with over 6 years of experience in Aesthetic Injectables and Lasers. With a background in Nursing and a degree in Biological Research Methods, Carley combines her passion for aesthetics with her knowledge of clinical best practices to deliver exceptional results that are tailored to every client.
Carley specializes in creating natural, sustainable results that are backed by science and achieved by her attention to every detail. She currently offers both on- and off-label neurotoxin and filler treatments, so if facial balancing and symmetry are your goal, along with maintaining a youthful appearance, Carley can help you achieve that. Additionally, she can recommend a protocol for overall skin rejuvenation and wellness to include: skincare products appropriate for your skin type and concern, skin tightening, lifting, & resurfacing treatments, pigment correction from prior sun damage, body contouring packages, and more.
When not at the MedSpa, Carley also acts as a Fitness and Nutrition Coach both in-person and online. Her passion for fitness and nutrition, combined with her love of creating beautiful, natural, and lasting aesthetic results, gives her a unique perspective on this ever-evolving field.
Schedule a consultation with her today!
Nicole Ringuette
Practice Coordinator
Nicole Ringuette is a dedicated professional with a degree in Health Communication from UNC Charlotte, providing her with a solid foundation in understanding the complexities of the health and wellness industry. With a strong background in tech sales, project management, and customer care, Nicole combines her expertise and passion to deliver exceptional client experiences while driving successful business operations.
Dr. Nicole Wilson, DO
Medical Director
Dr. Nicole Wilson is a board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician. She is originally from Pittsburgh and completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic Akron General in
Ohio. She relocated to Charlotte in 2018 and entered into aesthetics in 2021.