About Meridiem

Our Story

Welcome. At Meridiem DermSpa, our dedication to beauty is more than skin deep. Meridiem in Latin means glow. While we cannot turn back the hands of time, our skilled aesthetics team can transform and restore your skin to its youthful appearance.

Rooted in general dermatology, Meridiem DermSpa has both your aesthetic and medical care in mind. We take a 360 degree, scientific approach to your beauty treatments and encourage our patients to look and feel their best.

Come in for a complimentary consultation and see how Meridiem DermSpa can make you glow.

Our Staff

Millersville

Sarah Breig, RN

Sarah began her nursing career as an RN in 2012 in the emergency room. She transitioned into the aesthetic field in 2015. Sarah graduated with her nursing degree from Anne Arundel Community College. She is skilled in many services such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, dermal fillers, BBL™, HALO™, microneedling, HydraFacial®, EmSculpt NEO®, and CoolSculpting® ELITE. Sarah’s favorite services to perform are injections because it’s a minimally invasive way to enhance a patient’s natural beauty.

 

Ashley Ewald, FNP-C

Ashley began her nursing career in 2013 after graduating with her BSN from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, TX. She worked in the PCU, ER, and PACU before deciding to pursue her career in aesthetics in 2021. She graduated in 2022 from Simmons University and is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner.

Ashley’s favorite services to perform are microneedling and lip filler because they are both great treatments that can help patients achieve the youthful and radiant look they desire.

 

Kelly Hunt, MSN, FNP-C

Kelly is a Family Nurse Practitioner who has been in practice for over six years. After working in family practice for over five years, she merged her love for the beauty industry and medicine and began practicing cosmetic dermatology. She is qualified to perform services such as BOTOX®, Dermal Fillers, HydraFacial®, Chemical Peels, Microneedling, EmSculpt NEO®, CoolSculpting® ELITE, Laser Hair Reduction, IPL, BBL™, and HALO™. Kelly’s favorite service is BOTOX® because it gives a refreshing result. It can take years off and is highly customizable.

Westminster

 
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Kimberly Murphy, MSN, AGACNP-BC

Kimberly began her nursing career in 2016 with a specialization in critical care and perioperative nursing. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Thomas Jefferson University in 2021 and has since focused her career on aesthetic medicine with an emphasis on artistically enhancing and rejuvenating natural beauty. Kimberly has advanced facial anatomy expertise and is passionate about keeping up with the newest non-surgical rejuvenation and management techniques. She is skilled in a wide variety of services such as neuromodulators, dermal fillers, CoolTone®, CoolSculpting®, Laser Hair Reduction, Ultherapy, and BBL Photofacial. Neuromodulators are Kimberly's favorite treatment because they give clients a fresh, revitalized look with minimal downtime.

 

Susan Young, RN

Susan has been a cosmetic and laser nurse since 2006. She began her education at Frostburg State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and later received a nursing degree from Frederick Community College. Susan can perform various treatments such as HydraFacial®, Prodigy Peel, microdermabrasion, Fire & Ice Facial, dermal fillers, IPL, sublative laser, BOTOX®, Dysport, microneedling, and EmSculpt NEO®. Susan’s favorite service to perform is photorejuvenation with the IPL. Patients love to see their skin free of sun damage, such as sunspots and persistent redness.

 

Knoxville/Sevierville

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Trina Lannom, FNP-BC

Trina began her career as a nurse in 2007. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nova Southeastern University. She graduated with her Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus in 2013 from Graceland University. Trina is also a certified CoolSculpting® specialist. Trina is trained to perform services such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, IPL, dermal fillers, sclerotherapy, tattoo removal, VI Peels, chemical peels, electrocautery, Erbium YAG Laser, CoolSculpting® and microneedling with PRP. Trina’s favorite treatment is microneedling, as it helps to stimulate collagen and elastin in the skin. She loves to see patients more confident and radiant in their own skin.

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Brittany Conrad, RN, LE, CANS

Brittany began her career in 2014 with her esthetician’s license from the Tennessee School of Beauty. She later obtained her associate’s degree in nursing from Lincoln Memorial University in 2018. Brittany is a member of ISPAN (International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses) and has her CANS (Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist) certification. She is only 1 of 3 in the Knoxville area with these credentials. She provides treatments such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, PRP, IPL, Kybella®, dermal fillers, Q-Switch Laser, laser Genesis, microneedling, CoolSculpting®, and Erbium YAG Laser. Brittany’s favorite treatments are dermal fillers and neurotoxins because you can restore natural youthfulness. It is the best of both – science and art.

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Codi Teague, LE

Codi began her career as a Licensed Esthetician in 2009. She graduated from the Tennessee School of Beauty and Laser Institute. Since then, she has continued her education by attending trainings and getting certified in various aesthetic lasers and medical-grade skincare treatments. She provides services such as HydraFacial®, chemical peels, medical facials, dermaplaning, extractions, photo rejuvenation, spider vein removal, LED light therapy, lash & brow tinting, and laser hair reduction. Codi’s favorite service to perform is dermaplaning with a HydraFacial® because it provides instant results and leaves her clients with a healthy glow.

 
 

Leslie Pruett, APRN, FNP-C

Leslie began her nursing career at Vanderbilt Medical Center in 2017. Shortly after, she decided to further her education to become a nurse practitioner. During her nurse practitioner clinical rotations, Leslie discovered a passion for dermatology and aesthetics. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Middle Tennessee State University. She is trained in various treatments such as BOTOX®, IPL, PRP, dermal fillers, microneedling, sclerotherapy, chemical peels, tattoo removal, laser hair reduction, CoolSculpting®, Erbium YAG Laser, and skincare product analysis. Leslie’s favorite service to perform is dermal fillers because clients can see a difference immediately, and their reactions are priceless.

Farragut

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Brittany Sanderson, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C

Brittany is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Tennessee. She then went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner. Brittany began her cosmetic career working in plastic surgery, performing injectable procedures before coming to Meridiem DermSpa. She is trained on a vast number of treatments such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, microneedling, chemical peels, Kybella®, IPL, PRP, CoolSculpting®, sclerotherapy, Erbium YAG Laser, Fraxel Restore, tattoo removal, and dermal fillers. Brittany’s favorite services are injectables and CoolSculpting® because she loves making people feel beautiful in their own skin.

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Cam Cumming, RN, LE

Cam began her career as an esthetician in 2005. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Chinese & World Business from the University of Tennessee and Associate Degree in Nursing from Roane State Community College. Cam’s medical cosmetic experience began in a plastic surgeon’s office and then in one of Knoxville’s top medical spas. Cam participates in continued trainings and certifications quarterly to keep up with the latest safety protocols and trends for her patients. She provides treatments such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, IPL, PRP, Kybella®, dermal fillers, microneedling with PRP, laser vein therapy, CoolSculpting®, Fraxel Restore, Erbium YAG Laser, and tattoo removal. Cam’s favorite service is injectable treatments because it gives her patients the confidence to feel like they look their best.

Bethesda

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Erica Hinds, NP

Erica graduated as a Family Nurse Practitioner from George Mason University in May 2022 and became board-certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners thereafter. Prior to completing her advanced degree, Erica spent four years working as a registered nurse in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and Radiation Oncology at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. Ultimately, she decided to let her passion for helping people guide her down a new career path in Cosmetic Dermatology, where she can build long lasting relationships with her patients to help them achieve their aesthetic goals over time. Erica is dedicated to helping each patient feel good in their skin. Erica loves a natural Botox and filler combo. It softens fine lines while subtly enhancing facial features, resulting in a smoother complexion and facial balance.

Laura Van Sant, MA

Laura began her career as a Cosmetic Medical Assistant in 1999. She received her certification as a Medical Assistant from the Medix School and her aesthetic training from the Institute of Epidermal Sciences. Laura provides services such as Diamond Tipped Microdermabrasion, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and the Signature Power Peel. Laura’s favorite service to perform is her Signature Power Peel. It combines the benefits of three procedures: dermaplaning, light microdermabrasion, and a light chemical peel followed by a hydrating mask. This treatment leaves her clients’ skin smooth and flawless, allowing makeup to sit perfectly.

 

Luisa Ramos, RN

Luisa graduated from nursing school in 2011. She began her career as an aesthetic nurse in 2019. Luisa is skilled in many services such as Microneedling, Hair PRP, Chemical Peels, Aerolase®, IPL, Thermage, and RF Microneedling. Her favorite procedure to perform is microneedling because there is little downtime; it promotes collagen and elastin production and can be done on almost everyone!

Annapolis

About Meridiem

Our Story

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Welcome. At Meridiem DermSpa, our dedication to beauty is more than skin deep. Meridiem in Latin means glow. While we cannot turn back the hands of time, our skilled aesthetics team can transform and restore your skin to its youthful appearance.

Rooted in general dermatology, Meridiem DermSpa has both your aesthetic and medical care in mind. We take a 360 degree, scientific approach to your beauty treatments and encourage our patients to look and feel their best.

Come in for a complimentary consultation and see how Meridiem DermSpa can make you glow.

Our Staff

MORGAN O’KANE, MS, CRNP

MORGAN O’KANE, MS, CRNP

Morgan received her B.S. in Nursing from the University of Scranton (PA), where she was a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, then earned her M.S. and completed over 750 hours of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) student at the University of Maryland Baltimore.

Licensed as both an NP and Registered Nurse in Maryland, Morgan’s diverse clinical experience includes service at a variety of local clinics and offices. In her time away from work, Morgan enjoys traveling and volunteering her time with The Healing Hands Foundation to perform pro bono plastics and cosmetics procedures in under resourced countries.

Morgan, who joined Anne Arundel Dermatology from another large national cosmetics corporation, and was the very first Practitioner who was formerly located out of our Giddings Annapolis office.  As of September 2019, Morgan has now relocated to her new home, and has aided in the launch of Meridiem DermSpa in Millersville; she possesses extensive experience in both assessing patients’ suitability for and performing nonsurgical cosmetic services including CoolSculpting, Injections, Dermal Fillers, Laser Hair Removal, Chemical Peels, HydraFacial, Microneedling and Photofacials.

RACHEL MARKOW, NP-C

RACHEL MARKOW, NP-C

Rachel is a nurse practitioner certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).  She obtained both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees from Salisbury University. Rachel's career in healthcare began as a Registered Nurse here in Maryland working with trauma and general surgical patients in the inpatient setting. She then pursued her passion for dermatology by training under top dermatologists in New York City. Rachel is committed to providing compassionate care with a patient-centered approach. She offers a variety of cosmetic services and is continually expanding her knowledge and skills to ensure each patient encounter is individualized and exceptional. Rachel is accepting patients at the Meridiem DermSpa in Millersville.

Sarah Lowe, RN

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Claire Schroyer, RN

Claire Schroyer, RN

Suzanne Cerrone, CRNP

Suzanne Cerrone, CRNP

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Suzanne Young, RN

Sarah received her associates degree in nursing from Anne Arundel Community College in 2012. She then spent her first three years of nursing in the Emergency Room and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit before transitioning to Aesthetics and Cosmetics in 2015.

Sarah possesses extensive experience in performing nonsurgical procedures including Injections, Dermal Fillers, Laser Hair Removal, CoolSculpting, and Photofacials.

She is dedicated to helping her patients look and feel their best, and is now accepting patients at the Millersville location.

Claire Schroyer is a Registered Nurse who is licensed in the state of Maryland.

Claire earned her Bachelor’s degree from Salisbury University. She then attended Howard Community College where she earned an Associate’s degree in Nursing in their accelerated nursing program.

After obtaining her nursing degree, Claire worked at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland before transitioning into Cosmetic Nursing. Claire then gained experience in Cosmetics, focusing on assessing and educating her patients to achieve their skin goals. Claire has experience in performing Body Sculpting treatments, along with HydraFacials, Laser Hair Removal, Skin Resurfacing Lasers and Chemical Peels. Claire is committed to making her patients look and feel their best. She is accepting patients at our Millersville location.

A Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and member of The National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners, Suzanne possesses both a B.S. and M.S. in nursing.

She has worked in both general and cosmetic dermatology since 2014, however during her time at Anne Arundel Dermatology she has transitioned into the field of cosmetics and has had the pleasure of practicing cosmetic dermatology full time since 2018.

Suzanne is dedicated to improving her patients’ overall appearance and confidence. She is a strong believer in using a preventative approach while maintaining our most important accessory, our skin. She devotes herself to treat each and every patient as an individual, while creating a conservative, customized treatment and plan to fit their needs. With her extensive knowledge of skin care products and procedures, Suzanne looks forward to treating patients at our Westminster Meridiem DermSpa.

Susan earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Frostburg State University in 1997 and worked for three years in the mental health field. She returned to school in 2000 at Frederick community college to pursue her nursing degree. She worked as an LPN in a long-term care facility while completing her RN degree. After receiving her degree in 2006 she began her career as a laser and cosmetic nurse and has been working in the field ever since.

She resides in Westminster, MD with her husband Steve and four children. She, along with her family, enjoys beach vacations, spending time outdoors, and supporting her favorite organization Pathfinders for Autism.

Susan is accepting patients at our Meridiem DermSpa in Westminster.

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Amanda Gilless, LME, MA

Amanda is a licensed esthetician and graduated from the Von Lee School of Aesthetics in 2011. She has over 20 years of experience in dermatology. Amanda has also worked closely with Dr. Gamber as her dermatology technician for two decades. Amanda provides services such as HydraFacial®, dermaplaning, iS Clinical Fire & Ice Facial, SkinCeuticals Vitalize & Illuminize Peels, hydrojelly masks, extractions, and microdermabrasion.

 
 

Charu Jain, CRNP

Charu graduated with her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2019 and became a board-certified nurse practitioner. Charu has worked as a registered nurse in a multi-trauma critical care unit and a neonatal intensive care unit. Ultimately, she decided to let her passion for aesthetics guide her down a new career path in cosmetic dermatology. Charu is dedicated to helping each patient achieve their aesthetic goals. She is skilled in many services like BOTOX®, dermal fillers, BBL™ & BBL™ Hero, HALO™, MicroLaser Peel, laser hair reduction, PRP, Pellevé®, VI Peels, HydraFacial®, CoolSculpting® ELITE, and microneedling. Charu’s favorite treatment to perform is BOTOX®. People of all ages benefit from its ability to prevent wrinkles and maintain a more youthful appearance.