Meet The Team
Joseph Galitzin, MD
Dr. Joseph Galitzin is the medical director of Skin Care at 5th Ave. in Peachtree City, GA.
Dr. Joseph Galitzin is the medical director of Skin Care at 5th Ave. in Peachtree City, GA. His vision is to offer physician-driven non-surgical treatments to preserve young, smooth, pigment-free skin. The non-surgical and surgical treatments offered create a “one stop shop” for discerning clients seeking the finest in facial rejuvenation and skin care. Dr. Galitzin’s treatments are based on cutting-edge diagnostic imaging to quantitatively identify skin damage and imperfections. He uses the finest tools available in a relaxing 5th Ave boutique atmosphere.
Practice Manager | Medical Aesthetics | Dermatology
Brandi Leslie
Brandi joined the team in September of 2020, and has never looked back. Before pursuing a passion in aesthetics, she worked in the healthcare industry as an Oncology Project Manager, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Services Administration. Originally from Macon, Ga, she has been in the area for 11 years. In her spare time, she loves to travel, attend concerts, and spend time with her family.
As a practice manager, Brandi oversees the day-to-day operations of the medical aesthetics spa and dermatology practice, ensuring every aspect runs smoothly and efficiently, while looking for ways to optimize business operations.
Medical Aesthetician
Heike Connors
Heike has been in the Esthetic field for 15 years. She is a graduate of Ensynergy Southeastern School of Esthetics, and also has 38 years of customer service experience as a flight attendant with Delta Airlines. Heike believes in medical-grade products to enhance and maintain a youthful look. She is also laser certified and would like to ensure that her clients have an outstanding experience each and every visit. -You don’t work a day in your life if you love your job! Heike was born in Munich, Germany, and enjoys skiing, traveling with her family, and staying fit.
Lead Medical Aesthetician
Cari Pothier
Cari has 17 years of aesthetic experience with a specialty in lasers. She has always had a passion for helping people feel good about themselves age gracefully. When she was in her teens, she developed cystic acne which put her on a journey to overcome it, which she has. This has helped her identify with people who may not be very confident because of the way their skin looks. She understands the importance of taking care of your of our skin from the inside out. She believes that everyone’s skin is different so not everything works for everybody which allows her to create a specific plan for each unique person. Cari relocated to Georgia right after college, where she obtained a BS degree with a Concentration in Marketing. What brings her great joy is spending time with the Lord, her husband and 3 children.
Nurse Injector | Medical Aesthetics
Brittany Polk
Brittany graduated from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College with her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She began her nursing career at an outpatient GI clinic where she learned to perfect her IV skills. Brittany later transitioned to the Emergency Department where she sharpened her ability to care for and assess patients with critical and complex conditions; this knowledge brought her to the Cardiac Cath Lab where she currently works full time.
While Brittany enjoys the challenges that critical care patients bring, her passion for skin care and aesthetic nursing grew while she was attending nursing school. This made the decision to pursue a deeper understanding of skin health easy. In 2022 Brittany began working to expand her aesthetic knowledge base while shadowing alongside the incredible aestheticians and injectors. She has since obtained her Senior Laser Practitioner License and Certification of training in Botox and filler.
Brittany currently maintains BLS, ACLS, and TNCC certifications.
Medical Aesthetician
Mariela
Mariela has 5 years of aesthetic experience with a specialty in monthly Hydrafacials, chemical peels, and tattoo removals. She has always had a love for helping clients maintain exceptional skin and looking their best. Originally from Mexico, Mariela and her husband relocated from North Carolina to the Atlanta area 4 years ago with their three children. When she is not helping clients to feel and look their best, she enjoys traveling and home décor. Mariela is fluent in both Spanish and French.
Social Media Manager
Cynthia Winston
Cynthia began her career in the world of skin by working in plastics but wanted to dive deeper in all areas of the skin which led her to working in dermatology. From there her desire to continue to learn led her to Elaine Sterling Institute, where she graduated. Cynthia has been an aesthetician for 9 years but in the aesthetic world for almost 13 years.
As a licensed laser practitioner and aesthetician, Cynthia is experienced with services including laser hair removal with IPL, fractional with Palomar, as well as BBL/Halo with the Sciton. In addition to laser treatments, Cynthia is also experienced in Hydrafacials, VI chemical peels, Skinpen microneedling and now Sylfirm RF microneedling. She has also had the privilege to work alongside top providers in Atlanta affording her extensive hands on experience with Coolsculpting and Ultherapy.
Skin health is Cynthia’s passion and she values educating her clients on how each procedure and products can work together in repairing their skin and getting it to its full potential through social media marketing and education.
When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her two daughters and husband.
Assistant Manager | Medical Aesthetics
Colleen Villaran
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Client Coordinator | Medical Aesthetics
Michelle Davis
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Skin care at 5th Ave.
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