Lisa S. Ball, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, DCNP
Lisa S. Ball, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, DCNP, is a PhD-educated, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse holding board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner. This is just a fancy way of saying she has earned the highest degree in nursing possible, practiced many years as a nurse practitioner taking care of patients of all ages, focused much of her practice specifically in dermatology, and has been tested a lot along the way!
Dr. Ball earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Western Ontario, Canada; and her graduate degrees, including her PhD, Masters of Science in the Family Nurse Practitioner program, and Post-Masters Certificate in Nursing Education from the University at Buffalo, New York; and a Post-Masters Certificate in Dermatology from the National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners. She is a Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner who maintains active membership in various professional organizations and remains current in the field by regularly participating in dermatology education opportunities throughout the year.
Dr. Ball’s professional achievements include work on various innovative clinical and research endeavors, scholarly poster presentations, publications, and funded grants and awards. She most recently authored two dermatologic chapters in Lippincott’s Manual for Nursing Practice for the last two editions. From her practice to her education to her profession and beyond, she continues to enjoy a breadth of experiences as a clinician, educator, and scholar and maintains that relating to, teaching, and partnering with patients are central to her practice philosophy. Based on her experience and philosophy, she provides a personalized approach to managing dermatologic concerns for patients of all ages.
Melissa Sicurella, DNP, FNP-BC
Melissa Sicurella, DNP, FNP-BC is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with specialty training in dermoscopy. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University at Buffalo where she focused on bringing the latest evidence-based science to improve patient and clinical outcomes. She also graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from St. John Fisher University. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Dr. Sicurella’s focus is to provide individualized, compassionate, and comprehensive care to patients across the lifespan experiencing various dermatological conditions to help them feel more comfortable and confident.
Melissa is passionate about continuing education and learning about the latest advances in the dermatology field to help patients achieve their goals. She has attended such conferences as the American Dermoscopy Meeting, the Cleveland Clinic Medical Dermatology Therapy Update II, and the South Beach Symposium Medical and Aesthetic Dermatology Conference.
Allison Lindquist, DNP, FNP-BC
Allison Lindquist, DNP, FNP-BC is excited to be the newest board-certified family nurse practitioner to join the team. She has specialty training in dermoscopy and earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University at Buffalo, and her undergraduate degree from Niagara University.
Allison is dedicated to staying up to date with current evidence and treatments in the field of dermatology to help all patients meet their goals and is passionate about educating all age groups about skin health. Allison is interested in integrative dermatology and is eager to apply conventional treatment options with an individualized approach to treat patients’ skin conditions.
Allison is a member of The Nurse Practitioner Association of New York State. She has attended the American Dermoscopy Meeting and the Integrative Dermatology Symposium. She has completed a comprehensive training course in dermatological conditions that combined conventional and complementary medical models titled “Dermatology: Clinical and Integrative Essentials.
Lauren Paella, Registered Nurse
Lauren Paella is a certified laser nurse with over 25 years of experience in general dermatology. Since 1998, she has specialized in treatment for laser hair removal. She has successfully treated thousands of patients over the years with skin tones ranging from fair to dark. She strives to create a pleasant, professional environment for patients to achieve their goals.
Jamie Popp, Aesthetician
Jamie Popp is a licensed medical aesthetician with years of advanced training and experience. She obtained her education at The Salon Professional Academy for Esthetics in Tonawanda, NY. She is extensively trained in all aspects of basic and advanced skincare.
From the HydraFacials to the Morpheus8, Jamie prides herself on restoring her patients confidence through the services and treatments she offers.
