About Us

CRNA, APRN, Master Injector

Ryann Lavenia

Ryann Lavenia CRNA, APRN is the president of Face It Botox Bar and an Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse, with over 22 years of experience in the medical profession. In addition to being a master injector, Ryann is also a national Allergan trainer.

Ryann’s advanced knowledge, skillset, expertise and experience has lead her to become 1 in 500 top recognized Allergan Trainers for Botox and Fillers in the Nation. In addition to becoming one of Sciton’s Luminary Speakers and national trainers, she is also expertly trained in the use of Sciton laser devices to correct and treat skin conditions.

Ryann grew up in Fort Myers, Florida and attended Bishop Verot High School. She went on to become a Registered Nurse in Albany, NY and graduated from the Albany Medical School Nurse Anesthesia Program. She moved back to Ft. Myers in 2005 and began her practice as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Over the years as a Nurse Anesthetist, she worked with a variety of specialists in the cosmetic and plastic surgery fields. In 2016 she advanced her expertise and became certified in Botox and Dermal Fillers, and the rest is history!

When not at FIBB, Ryann enjoys spending time with her husband and three boys. She loves exercising, yoga, boating, fishing, and traveling.

Practice Manager

Dawn Bowlin

Dawn Bowlin was born and raised in Fort Myers Florida. She is an experienced clinical manager with a history of working in the healthcare industry and skilled in customer service, ophthalmology, medical devices, and strategic planning. Dawn lives in Buckingham with her significant other and their dog tater. Outside of work she enjoys boating, spending time with her son, country concerts, and traveling!

APRN, Master Injector

Kellie Girnys

Kellie Girnys, APRN is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Kellie grew up in Georgia and received her BSN at Kennesaw State University. She completed her MSN at the University of Alabama Birmingham. She started her APRN career in Orlando where she mastered her skills in vascular surgery. Upon moving to Fort Myers, Kellie advanced her knowledge in aesthetics to include certifications in toxins, dermal fillers, and various laser therapies.

Kellie lives in Fort Myers with her husband and daughter. She enjoys traveling, photography, beach days and sports (Go Dawgs!)

Office Manager

Amber Smith

Amber was born and raised here in Lee County. She is a graduate of North Fort Myers High School and attended Florida Southwestern University. She has spent the past 14 years in Medical Office Management. Amber is the proud mother of two children and the wife of her high school sweetheart. She enjoys working out, outdoor sports with her children and spending time with her family.

Medical Aesthetician

Yvonne Milanovic

Yvonne is an experienced Master Hydrafacialist and a Face Reality Acne Expert. She specializes in product knowledge and combination therapies, bringing a unique and individualized approach to each patient. Working as a dental hygienist for 22 years before going to Esthetician School, she brings a distinct skillset and innovative techniques to the practice. Yvonne also went above and beyond by obtaining certifications in advanced aesthetic modalities, always striving to be on the cutting-edge of her industry. Yvonne states her favorite thing about esthetics is that it’s an ever-evolving field and a great Esthetician must continually educate themselves to provide the best results for their patients.

Abandoning the cold, snowy winters in Michigan 17 years ago, she now calls Estero home, but hasn’t forgotten her roots in the Midwest where she still frequently visits friends and family. When she isn’t enriching the lives of her patients and making them feel like a million bucks, she lives for the weekend where she can spend quality time and pull pranks on her husband, friends and family (true story, ask her about it at your next appointment!). Other obsessions include Bravo, documentaries and true crime dramas and podcasts.

Medical Aesthetician

Sybil Shahriari

My name is Sybil Shahriari. I am proudly one of the lead aestheticians Master Hydrafacialist, Face Reality Acne Specialist, Hair Restoration Specialist, and extensive training in peels and multiple modalities at Face It Botox bar. I have currently been with the company for almost 5 years.

A little bit about me……I have a husband of soon to be 25 years two amazing daughters that are currently in college, and one little dog named Mikey. I have been in the beauty industry for over 27 years. I started my career as a Cosemtologist when I was only 19 years old. I took a break from Cosmetology and went to college and received my AA degree while meeting my husband of now 25 years I chose to become a stay at home mom where I raised my two beautiful daughters in Cape Coral, Florida till they graduated high school. I then I decided to turn my career into medical aesthetics

Some of the things I enjoy doing our gardening, tending to my roses, orchids and herbs , birdwatching, watching football, having wine with friends, traveling, and spending quality time with my family and hopefully soon good at Pickle Ball.

Marketing

Jennifer Gault

A florida native, Jennifer has been practicing as a registered dental hygienist for the past 23 years and has her bachelors degree in supervisory management. She has been implementing marketing strategies for her dental offices for the past 8 years. Jennifer lives in north fort Myers with her fiancé and has twin daughters in college

She loves to workout , be with family, friends, country concerts and travel.

Medical Assistant

Jess Cook

Jess became a medical assistant in Chicago at the International Skin Beauty Academy in Schaumburg, IL. Following receiving her designation, she began working at a renowned dermatology office with several skilled practitioners assisting in surgery and cosmetic dermatology. With a love for her craft, she enjoys building a genuine connection with the patients she serves. Genuinely caring about the outcomes of patient procedures and positive patient experiences, she takes pride in educating those she’s serving to allow them to reach their goals while feeling confident and beautiful.

On her off days, you can find Jess enjoying all of the fun outdoor activities that the sunshine state has to offer.

Laser Care Specialist Aesthetician

Maria Torrocco

My name is Maria and I am a native to Fort Myers. I have worked in customer service for over 20 years. I have a passion for helping others and shifted it into the beauty industry in 2016. I strive to learn the latest techniques, trends and always know what’s best for the client.

In my free time, I enjoy  spending time with my 3 children, cooking, traveling, fitness/gym or anything outdoors!

PA-C

Krysta Defty

Krysta Defty, PA-C is a board certified Physician Associate. Krysta was born and raised in Minnesota. She received her Bachelors degree in Health Sciences at Truman State University in Missouri. She then attended Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale for her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies. She spent the first 10 years of her career in surgical subspecialties prior to transitioning to aesthetic medicine. Krysta strives to help each patient look and feel their best by enhancing their natural beauty and wellness.

Krysta lives in Fort Myers with her husband and 2 daughters. She enjoys traveling, fitness, cooking/baking, and spending time with her family.

Medical Aesthetician / Laser Hair Removal Technician

Rachel Norton

Rachel is from Monterey California and has two boys. She is a skilled aesthetician and laser hair removal technician. With a passion for aesthetics, she strives to help people achieve healthy, beautiful skin.

In her free time, Rachel loves spending time with her family, traveling, and enjoying days on the boat.

BS, RRT

LaReina Tarman

LaReina is one of our medical assistants who has lived in Cape Coral for 15 years after moving from her home state of North Carolina. She possesses a degree in respiratory therapy and a BS in health sciences from Grand Canyon University. LaReina recently became a medical assistant in aesthetics after 30+ years of respiratory therapy in critical care in NC and FL.

She enjoys taking care of her patients and loves when she can take that extra step to ensure her patients are comfortable and leave smiling. She lives with her husband and spoiled Plott Hound, Justice. When not at work, LaReina enjoys frequenting concerts, travel, and exercise.

Receptionist

Tori Rosenbeck

Receptionist

Jeanette Adams

JR is a second generation native of Fort Myers, with over 20 years of experience in medical management. She lives in Estero with her husband of 18 years, two children, her yellow lab Ollie and blue & gold macaw, Gizmo.

Outside of work, her favorite thing to do is watch her daughter play softball. She also enjoys boating, fishing, scuba diving, and spending time with her friends & family.

APRN

Hannah Dierksheide

Hannah Dierksheide, APRN, a proud local of Southwest Florida, is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner. Hannah was born and raised here in Fort Myers and received her BSN at Florida Gulf Coast University. After gaining experience in nursing, providing care in an ICU at the Cleveland Clinic, she then obtained her Master’s in Nursing at the University of Cincinnati in 2019.

Hannah made the dive into the Medical Aesthetic industry in 2020 and brings over 3 years of experience in aesthetic medicine, where she specializes in neurotoxin treatments, dermal filler, Sculptra, BBL (BroadBand Light Therapy), lasers and customized skincare regimens. When you are in Hannah’s chair, you will feel comfortable and relaxed, while she gets to know you and your aesthetic goals! Hannah takes pride in listening to each patient to create an individualized plan ready to achieve beautiful, natural results.

Outside of the office, Hannah enjoys traveling, working out, and dining at the newest trendy restaurants in town. Most importantly, she loves to spend time with her husband, family, friends, and adorable golden retriever Clyde!

Medical Assistant

Jessica Sipes

FNP-C, APRN

Melissa Knecht

Melissa Knecht, FNP-C, APRN, is an Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse, with over 30 years of experience in the medical profession. In addition to being a master injector, Melissa has advanced training in Obesity Medicine, was a speaker for OMA and a leader in non-surgical weight management for Advanced Practice Providers, functional medicine and medical aesthetics.

Melissa’s advanced knowledge, skillset, expertise and experience . In addition to becoming one of Sciton’s Luminary Speakers and national trainers, she is also expertly trained in the use of Sciton laser devices to correct and treat skin conditions.

Melissa grew up on a farm in rural North Dakota, and attended Oakes High School. After high school, Melissa attended Ridgewater College, in Willmar, MN, becoming a Certified Medical Assistant. Then attending North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, ND graduating with her Associates Degree in Nursing, and working as an LPN in Fargo/ Moorhead. However, her passion for learning and helping patients took her to the University of Mary where she obtained her Bachelor’s degree in nursing, as an Registered Nurse, she worked in Family Practice, Urgent Care and Hospice of the Red River Valley. But her quest was not complete, Melissa attending the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND, attaining her Masters Degree in Nursing and becoming a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, in 2012. Melissa owned and operated Homefield Health, In Fargo, ND. When the pandemic hit, Melissa was blessed to take her knowledge and training to Nashville, TN, starting the clinics Functional Medicine and Medical Aesthetics portion of the practice. After a few long cold winters Melissa, determined summer and the coastal living was calling moving to sunny SWFL. Over the years as a Nurse Practitioner she worked with a variety of specialists in functional medicine, weight management and Cosmetic industry.  In 2013 she advanced her expertise and became certified in Botox and Dermal Fillers, and continued to help patients and clients live their best life, while helping them age gracefully and naturally, and she has never looked back, this is truly her passion and calling and glad to join the amazing team here at FIBB.

When not at FIBB, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, as they now get to visit sunny Florida. Melissa is the proud mother to three beautiful mostly grown children from Montana, North Dakota and Tennessee. She also has two handsome grandsons as well. She loves exercising, yoga, live music, reading, sunrises and sunsets at the beach, being on the water, and traveling.

PA-C

Jacqueline Remackel

Jacqueline Remackel PA-C is a board certified Physician Associate. Jacqueline was born and raised in Minnesota. She received her Bachelors degree in Health Sciences at Arizona State University. She then attended South College in Nashville Tennessee where she earned her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies. She worked in various Dermatology sub specialties in Denver Colorado and Naples Florida prior to transitioning to aesthetic medicine. Jacqueline’s calming and personable bedside manner will put you at ease as she helps you develop a personalized treatment plan. She is excited to bring her expansive knowledge and passion for skin care to her aesthetic career.

When she is not working Jacqueline enjoys spending time at the beach, trying out new local cuisine and traveling with her husband.