PREMIER MEDICAL SPA IN NORTH CAROLINA

Kristin is a board-certified Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with nearly two decades of experience in healthcare, specializing in family medicine, women’s health, cardiology, and functional medicine. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Monmouth University, where she specialized as an Adult-Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Seton Hall University, graduating with honors. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a specialization in Molecular Cell Physiology, receiving several academic honors, including the Sigma Xi Biological Honors Award.
Kristin spent the first ten years of her career practicing cardiology in New York City and New Jersey before relocating to North Carolina in 2016. It was during this time, after navigating personal challenges with her daughter’s health, that she transitioned into integrative and functional medicine—a shift that ignited her passion for personalized, holistic healthcare. As an Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Provider, Kristin approaches each patient with a focus on addressing the root cause of illness, offering comprehensive care for conditions such as thyroid disease, gut health, autoimmune disease, diabetes management, cardiac risk stratification, and toxin exposure.
On a personal note, Kristin lives with Celiac Disease and Hashimoto’s Disease—conditions she shares with one of her children. This personal health journey has profoundly shaped her approach to wellness, guiding how she cares for both her family and her patients. Married to her high school sweetheart, Kristin and her husband are raising three children and three dogs. In her free time, she enjoys paddleboarding, weightlifting, Pilates, yoga, and traveling, though much of her schedule is spent at youth travel ice hockey, volleyball, and soccer tournaments.

Samantha is a board-certified Physician Associate with over 17 years of experience in aesthetic medicine, plastic surgery, and dermatology. Known for her warm, laid-back energy and sharp aesthetic eye, Samantha creates natural, confidence-enhancing results that reflect each patient’s individuality. After spending the last 30 years in New York City, she recently relocated to North Carolina with her family and beautiful daughter, bringing her signature artistry—and East Coast edge—with her.
Before becoming a PA, Samantha worked as both a licensed massage therapist and certified personal trainer specializing in myofascial release at a physical therapy practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Touro College of Health Sciences in New York and completed her plastic surgery training through clinical rotations at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital. She is board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is a proud member of theAmerican Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). Samantha also served as a clinical trainer for the National Laser Institute, where she trained medical professionals in cosmetic injectable techniques. Most recently, she expanded her scope by working as a telehealth provider, helpingpatients navigate GLP-1-based weight loss treatments with ongoing care and support.
Samantha’s specialties include facial and body rejuvenation with dermal fillers, neuromodulators (toxins), skin tightening, laser rejuvenation, tattoo removal, fat reduction, and cellulite smoothing. Her signature treatments focus on undereye restoration, facial contouring andbalancing, non-surgical buttock and hip augmentation, and liquid facelifts. Her treatment philosophy blends technical expertise with artistic intuition, always rooted in patient education and safety. A former biker chick and lifelong fitness enthusiast, she recharges through boxing, HIIT, and flexibility training. Her mission is simple: to help patients feel attractive, aligned, and powerful in their own skin—because when you feel good, you carry that energy everywhere.

Meet Alex, your dedicated aesthetic nurse with a journey rooted in health and wellness. After 7 years working in the hospital environments of trauma, neuroscience, and orthopedics, Alex found her true calling in aesthetics—a blend of artistry and healthcare.
Certified and experienced in neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and more, Alex values the uniqueness of every client, honoring their individual beauty with a personalized touch.
Driven by a passion for education, Alex continuously hones her skills through courses with aesthetic industry leaders like Rana Kennelly, Olivia Salmen, David Weir, and more. She strives to empower her clients by sharing her knowledge, enabling them to make informed choices about the best modalities for their needs.
Beyond the world of aesthetics, Alex's interests include hiking, hanging with her pets, and traveling (Japan, Peru, and Norway being amongst her favorites). As a former Disney cast member, she proudly wears her Disney nerd badge. Alex also volunteers with Beautiful Together, a local sanctuary, where she serves as a dedicated dog foster. Experience the perfect blend of passion, expertise, and personalized care with Alex.

Meet Holly, your certified nurse injector who has been working as a nurse in the field since graduating with her BSN in 2015. A North Carolina native, she began her career at UNC here in Chapel Hill as an RN in the orthopedic / trauma unit. She joins us from her latest role at UNC in Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, where she partnered with her surgeons to coordinate and conduct operative care for their patient populations, including breast cancer reconstruction, trauma reconstruction, and gender affirmation surgery.
Holly loved getting to see and be a part of her patients regaining confidence in their bodies throughout their journey. "Feeling comfortable in your own skin is as big a part of healthcare as any other aspect; it touches the core of who you are as a person!" Entering the MedSpa world felt like a natural step in her career to foster her passion for helping people feel their best. Holly works closely with each of her clients on an individual basis to ensure that their goals and needs are being met.
Outside of healthcare, she is bilingual, able to speak both English and Spanish. On a typical weekend, you can find her cooking, crafting, gardening, or reading with her two cats. She also has a taste for adventure, having traveled to 13 countries and recently having backpacked 1,000 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail through California and Oregon. She looks forward to meeting and working with you!

Allie is a passionate healthcare leader with over 13 years of vast experience as a nurse. Health and Wellness has always been a passion for Allie. She received her Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, food, and Exercise from Virginia Tech in 2009.
While enrolled as a full-time student, she also became a certified personal trainer, which allowed her to work with a variety of clients to achieve their health and wellness goals.
After graduating from Virginia Tech, Allie attended the Accelerated Nursing program at Johns Hopkins University, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After graduating from Nursing school, Allie landed her desired role as a nurse in the Emergency Room.
Over the course of her 13-year career as a nurse, she has ventured into cardiac care, primary care, acute/urgent care, corporate wellness, and the occupational health world.
She became an operations leader in healthcare, which opened her eyes to the complicated healthcare ecosystem and unlocked a new passion: to reduce barriers to wellness and offer exceptional concierge wellness services to help her community get, stay, and be well.
She looks forward to continuing to serve members of her community at Medspa 501.

Dr. Dobstaff, a board-certified Physician and hospitalist with over a decade of experience, seamlessly integrates traditional medicine with cutting-edge regenerative health techniques. His enthusiasm for holistic medicine, aesthetics, and emerging wellness technologies is palpable. He has particular interest in optimizing health through medical weight loss and hormone optimization therapy. He looks forward to imparting his passion for health and wellness to the patients of Medspa 501.
Outside the realm of medicine, Dr. Dobstaff finds joy in exploring all that the wonderful state of North Carolina has to offer with his wife and three sons. He thrives on outdoor pursuits like running, biking, hiking, and relaxing by the beach.

Meet Brittany, our Client Experience Coordinator. With over 10 years of experience as a dual-licensed Aesthetician in both New Jersey and North Carolina, Brittany brings a deep understanding of client care and skincare to every interaction. Whether she’s creating content, scheduling appointments, or offering a warm welcome at the front desk, she’s here to support your wellness and self-care journey from start to finish.
Outside of work, you’ll likely find her on a coffee-fueled weekend adventure with her husband and daughter, or curled up with Albus (her cat) revisiting her favorite Harry Potter books for the hundredth time.