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Jill Zdan, NMD, PA-C, is a board-certified naturopathic medical doctor and physician associate at Dermatology Associates, a private medical practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Jill’s dual medical degrees enable her to provide integrative medical care for her patients when needed. She is trained in dermatology, platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) therapies, allograft therapies, nutrition, herbalism, acupuncture and mind-body medicine. Her experience in both the conventional and alternative medical models gives her the greatest flexibility to choose the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient. 

Jill received her Bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University, and her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Sonoran University in Tempe, Arizona. She completed her Masters in Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. 

Jill sees patients with a wide variety of skin conditions, from rashes to cancer. She enjoys both the medical and surgical aspects of dermatology. She has learned over time that optimal health is achieved when a person feels well physically, mentally and emotionally. The journey of attaining and maintaining health is one that continues throughout a person’s life, and Jill is honored to be part of her patients’ progress. 

In her free time, Jill loves spending time with her husband, family, 2 dogs and 1 cat. She also enjoys hiking, ballet, horse-back riding, ice-skating, qi gong, yoga and painting. 

Nicole Schertell, ND, is a licensed naturopathic doctor and founder of Thrive Med Spa & Wellness in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. In 2009, Dr. Schertell opened Vibrant Health Medical Center, which is located in the same building directly above their spa. In collaboration, their two facilities can provide health and wellness services on a broad scale, teaching patients how to heal on the inside and shine on the outside. Dr. Schertell earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of New Hampshire and her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, in 2008.

Dr. Schertell is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging medicine and has extensive training and experience with regenerative therapies, including bioidentical hormones, peptide therapies, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for facial rejuvenation and hair restoration, O-shots®,, IV therapy, laser hair removal, microneedling, hyaluronic acid fillers, and other natural-based aesthetic treatments. Together with their nurse practitioner, Alise Greenfield, they oversee and administer the medical aesthetic services featured at their spa.

Dr. Schertell uses innovative technology, such as state-of-the-art Cynosure Icon™ and TempSure® lasers. She also offers a transformational medical weight-loss program to help patients achieve a weight they feel confident in.

Dr. Schertell maintains her medical credentials with continuing education. She holds additional certification in peptide therapy, and she is a board-certified clinical thermographer (CCT) trained by the American College of Clinical Thermology. She is also a member of the International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS), as well as A4M.

She believes that prevention is the best medicine and takes a naturopathic approach in all her aesthetic treatments. Dr. Schertell and her team currently accept new patients and welcome them to Thrive Med Spa & Wellness.

Dr. Sheena Farokhian, NMD, has had years of experience in the medical field while additionally obtaining a degree in phlebotomy. Dr. Farokhian acquired her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. She has extensive knowledge and experience in nutritional IV’s, weight loss, nutrition and health, as well attending the top medical seminars and conferences to keep up with the current advancements. 

Additionally, she attended the advanced Fotona Laser workshop that focuses on learning the entirety of the internationally renowned laser, which American Beauty Med Spa was one of the first to offer. Dr. Farokhian has completed hours of training in lasers, injectables, and skin health to be able to provide the utmost care and optimal results for her patients. 

Dr. Farokhian prides herself in forming connections with her patients and recommending the best treatment plans that are individualized for them. Utilizing a Holistic and natural approach, she is able to treat her patients by finding the root cause of their ailments; And for this, patients are drawn to her charisma, knowledge, trust, and expertise.

Dr. Nina Farokhian, NMD is a skilled and practiced Aesthetic Injector and certified laser specialist at American Beauty Med Spa, an aesthetic medical clinic and spa located in Lake Forest, California. 

Dr. Nina graduated from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, where she obtained her Doctorate Degree in Naturopathic Medicine. She then interned in a private Dermatology practice where she learned more about skin health and aesthetics.

She continued her education by attending some of the top aesthetic and dermatological conferences in the world. Dr. Nina has over a decade of experience in the industry and has practiced everywhere from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, California. 

With constantly aiming to increase her knowledge of the industry and medical field, she has additionally participated in a variety of educational course offerings and IV therapy certifications. 

She has completed educational hours in Type 2 Diabetes Management from Stanford Medicine, as well as FDA Prescription Drug Development and Approval from Harvard Medical School, to name a few. 

Dr Nina prides herself in delivering the most updated and technologically advanced treatments individualized to each patient, while providing the utmost care and experience.