Staff Profiles
Dr Frances Pitsilis
Dr Frances Pitsilis has a background of over 27 years in General Medicine. Early in her career as a GP she developed an interest in stress and illness. After experiencing burn out herself she decided to use this interest, and combine it with her ability to solve complex problems. She extended her knowledge by studying Occupational Medicine.
She now sees patients privately, for stress, pain, fatigue, complex/difficult conditions including hormones and shift work problems.
Dr Pitsilis takes a holistic approach and uses evidence based, natural complementary therapies and lifestyle interventions where appropriate.
In addition to her integrated medicine work Dr Pitsilis has always had an interest in skin and has advanced minor surgical skills training. She loves using her hands, and has a good eye for facial aesthetics. To create balance in her work she decided to practice Appearance and Cosmetic Medicine.
She is now considered an ‘Advanced Facial Injector’. At Skinfresh Clinic Dr Pitsilis uses a medical grade laser and light machine and is assisted by her three laser/medical nurses.
Because of her special training in nutrition and hormones she understands how these areas influence health and skin appearance. She knows how to look after ‘the inside as well as the outside’ to get amazing results!
Frances likes to keep busy with her professional speaking, training and media work as she enjoys educating the public about Stress & Life Management and holistic health.
NURSING STAFF
Elana
Elana is a NZ registered nurse with a keen interest in the Health and Wellbeing industry. She completed her studies and obtained a Diploma in General Nursing in South Africa. She worked in the largest privately owned hospital in the southern hemisphere (Unitas) for a number of years in a range of nursing environments and later specialised in internal medicine. She also presented information about the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS as part of a health and safety campaign for a number of clients.
She has experience as a practice nurse and managed the primary health clinic for a general practitioner before moving to NZ with her husband and two boys.
Since then she has continued to develop her interests in appearance medicine treating a number of patients with appearance and skin concerns ranging form Botulinum/Dysport, dermal fillers, laser skin rejuvenation and hair removal.
She has a passion for people and finds it very rewarding to know that she can make a difference in someone’s life. “My motto is ‘feel good, look good’. I am bit of a ‘closet artist’, love to read and also enjoy to experiment with food, both cooking and eating!”
Fiona
Fiona is a registered general and obstetric nurse who trained at Green Lane Hospital in Auckland. After graduating her experience has included acting charge nurse at Taumaranui Hospital, volunteer for the Mount Ruapehu Emergency Hospital assisting with the ski patrol emergencies, Lower Hutt hospital in an orthopaedic ward and work in the Plastic Surgery and Burns unit which gave her extensive exposure to extreme skin trauma and burns. Fiona also works part time work in an accident and medical clinic.
As a Practice Nurse for Dr Pitsilis she assists with, and performs, minor surgery in the clinic, She uses her experience in plastic surgery to assess and treat wounds and skin disorders. Now adding Appearance Medicine to her portfolio Fiona is one of the Practices’ experienced Laser Nurses who is constantly up skilling in this exciting field. She also has extensive knowledge in the holistic treatments provided by Dr Pitsilis.
Fiona enjoys working with people and strives to provide an environment where her clients feel confident and at ease throughout their treatments.
Fiona has three daughters who are a big part of life and her other interests include dancing, with her background being in competition Latin American and ballroom dance, tennis and walking.
ADMINISTRATION STAFF
Raechel – Administration Manager
Raechel is the Practice Manager and Dr Pitsilis’ Assistant. She has a background in Medical and Intensive Care Nursing, Ceroc Dancing and Event Management.
Mooi – Morning Receptionist
Mooi is a UK trained registered nurse, clinical assessor and midwife with 12 years clinical experience in British Hospitals. She works from 9-2pm Monday to Friday.
Cindy, Tamara and Sarah – Afternoon Receptionists
Cindy, Tamara and Sarah are university students. They cover reception from 3-6pm and the occasional Saturday morning.
Yasmin – Assistant Receptionist
Yasmin is a Carmel College student. She works part time during the week to assist with clerical work.
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