Meet The Team

Meet The Team

Dr. Joseph Galitzin - medical director of Skin Care at 5th Ave. in Peachtree City, GA

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.

 

Meet Our Dermatolgogist

Dr. Amr Agha, MD

Dr. Amr Agha is a board-certified dermatologist with extensive training and experience in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He earned his medical degree in Egypt and completed his internship at the University of Southern California (USC). He went on to complete his dermatology residency at Wayne State University in Michigan, followed by specialized fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery and surgical dermatology in Medical University of South Carolina.

With several years of experience, Dr. Agha is dedicated to providing comprehensive skin care, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancer, as well as advanced surgical and cosmetic procedures. His commitment to patient-centered care and precision in skin cancer treatment makes him a trusted expert in the field.

Dr. Agha is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS). He is board-certified by both the American Board of Dermatology in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons.

Rebecca - New Team Member

Nurse PRactitioner | Dermatology

Rebecca Paffenroth

Rebecca Paffenroth is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner who obtained her degree from the University of South Florida in 2018. Formally, an oncology-certified nurse, Rebecca has spent the past 5 years specializing in medical dermatology with a mission to educate on prevention and early detection of skin cancers, with a passion for melanoma. 

Rebecca has spent over 15 years working in Healthcare and she has a natural ability to make all feel comfortable when in her presence. She loves to connect with each person she meets and will make you feel like more than a patient when in her presence. She takes pride in giving treatment plans individualized to each patient and their goals, especially sensitive to those with chronic skin conditions.

Client Coordinator | Dermatology 

Dawn Bourque

Pic and bio coming soon. 

Brandi Leslie - Social Media & Client Coordinator

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. 

Heike Connors - Medical Aesthetician at Skin Care 5th Ave.

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.

Cari Pothier - Medical Aesthetician at Skin Care 5th Ave.

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.

Brittany Polk - Nurse Injector

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.

Assistant Manager | Medical Aesthetics

Colleen Villaran

Pic and bio coming soon. 

Client Coordinator | Medical Aesthetics

Michelle Davis

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Skin care at 5th Ave.

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