MED Spa of Virginia Staff

Technicians:

Karri Mize

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Certified Laser Technician

B. A., University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
Germana School of Nursing, Locust Grove, VA

Karri is a native Virginian who spent the first 8 years of her married life living and working in California and Florida. She and her husband decided that there truly is "no place like home" and returned to Virginia in 1997. Having served as the Director of Public Relations for the Palm Beach County Health Care District while in Florida, Karri was anxious to continue her career in the health care service industry and returned to college to attend nursing school. She began work with MED Spa of Virginia as a Certified Laser Technician, and currently serves as the Director of the spa, while continuing to provide laser services.

Karri and her husband have been married for 20 years and live with their 2 children in Jeffersonton, Virginia. She enjoys spending precious time with her family, teaching group fitness classes, and practicing yoga and Pilates.



Dawn M. Gasteazoro, NCTM

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Certified Massage Therapist

Graduated from the Professional Therapeutic Massage Program at the Virginia School of Massage in Charlottesville, Virginia
Bachelor of Science in Health Fitness Management from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia

Areas of Practice: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofacial Release, Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology, and body treatments. Dawn is a Certified Pregnancy Massage Practitioner. Dawn also brings past experience in the physical therapy field to her technique.

Dawn grew up in Rappahannock County and currently lives in Culpeper County. She enjoys riding motorcycles, traveling, reading, music, gardening, and watching soccer.



Brenda Dennis, L.E.

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Licensed Esthetician

Brenda obtained her professional credentials from the Esthetics Division of the Virginia School of Massage. She specializes in both spa and medi-facials, chemical peels and cosmetic waxing services. She also expertly provides lash and brow tinting.

Brenda is a native of Culpeper County, and enjoys roller skating and shopping.



Doris Strickland

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Customer Service Specialist

Doris is a life time resident of Culpeper County and truly enjoys knowing the people of this community. She lives with her husband of 24 years and has two children. They have blessed her with five grandchildren that are her pride and joy!

Doris has worked for Culpeper Regional Hospital as an Emergency Room Secretary and has worked for Hallmark as Manager for nine years. She takes pride in customer service excellence and looks forward to booking your next service.

Her hobbies include scrap booking, spending time with her grandchildren, and going to the beach.