Spa Providers
Pam Adams >> Angelina N. Aker >> Katie Gabrys Berger >> Joanne Bradbury >> Ken Brown, CMT >> Patricia Craig, CMT >> Catherine Foster >> Nahed Girgis >> Jamie L. Howard >> Linda Libertucci, CMT >> Cressy King-Delong >> Nancy Neiderer, RN, BSN >> Gail J. Rush, LMT, CMT >> Lorraine Rosati >> Padma Saranu >> Brian Terrill, CMT
 | Pam Adams Pam has a bachelor’s in business administration and is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a personal trainer. In addition to training at NASM, Pam also work at Washington Sports Clubs as a personal trainer, group exercise instructor and worked as a Fitness Manager before joining The Medical Spa at Nova. She also is a certified PiYo and Turbo Kick instructor. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Angelina N. Aker Angelina has 12 years experience working for over four years in high traffic spas and for five years in dermatology and plastic surgery offices. She received her aesthetic training at Yvonne DeVilar Scientific Skin Ltd. She was also trained by Robert A Weiss, MD of the Maryland Laser, Skin & Vein Institute, and Bruce Ames, MD founder of Alase on the use of lasers for hair removal, vein treatments, treating sun damage, stretch marks, Rosacea and skin tightening. Angelina received additional training from Zein E. Obagi, MD, founder of Obagi skin care on the product line, and with Valerie Callender, MD of Callender Skin and Laser Center on microdermabrasion, chemical peels and knowledge of ethnic skin. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Katie Gabrys Berger Katie, a graduate of Yvonne DeVilar Scientific Skin Ltd., is currently working toward a post graduate diploma at the International Dermal Institute. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Joanne Bradbury ACE and AFFA certified USA Cycling Licensed Coach Examiner for AFAA Gold certified Turbo Kick™ (cardio kickboxing) instructor Gold certified PiYo™ (Pilates-Yoga) instructor certified to teach Zumba® (Latin-dance inspired fitness) A fitness professional for over 30 years, Joanne earned an Associates Degree in Biology and Psychology while living in the U.K., where she launched teen fitness programs and various new programs for private clubs and community fitness centers. She created and launched “Kickboxing Kids” at elementary schools and developed/presented core training and cycling skills seminars and instructor workshops in the U.S. and U.K. Joanne is an avid cyclist and award-winning medalist, having competed at a National level in off-road mountain biking. She has cycled in Africa, Peru, and 18 different countries and created her own line of cycling jewelry featured in sports catalogs across the country. She currently coaches competitive cyclists on a local race team. Joanne’s love for helping others achieve wellness and balance in their lives through health and exercise has allowed her to enable others to reach new heights in their quest for overall fitness. She looks forward to seeing you at her Zumba® and/or PiYo™ classes at The Medical Spa at Nova and helping you achieve your fitness goals. Back to Top |
 | Ken Brown, CMT Ken studied at AKS Massage School. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Patricia Craig, CMT Tish has an associate’s of Occupational Studies and studied massage at Heritage Institute in Manassas, Virginia. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Catherine A. Foster, AE Catherine has 9 years experience in cosmetic skin care and 6 years experience in high traffic spas with 3 years in med-spa and physician grade skin care. She trained at Artistic Beauty College in Lakewood, Colorado. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Nahed Girgis Nahed received her bachelor‘s in Healthcare Management from George Mason University, Fairfax, VA with high distinction, and became interested in Medical Esthetics since she was in college. Since the 1980’s she has always been passionate about beauty and healthy skin. Nahed completed the requirements for the Medical Master Esthetics program and received her Master Esthetician License for the states of Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. She believes in healping people look and feel better, and enjoys educating clients to maintain healthy skin. Her goal is to exceed expectations with the level of services and care provided. Back to Top |
 | Jamie L. Howard, CMT Jamie received her training in massage at Heritage Institute in Manassas, Virginia. She completed her training her at The Medical Spa at Nova. Favorite Service at Nova |
 | Linda Libertucci, LMT, CMT Linda has a BFA in Dance and Choreography from Virginia Commonwealth University, and is a 1998 graduate with honors from the Virginia Career Institute in Richmond, VA from the Massage Therapy Program. While living in the Tidewater area of Virginia she completed over 100 volunteer hours in both Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy settings, and completed college level Anatomy and Physiotherapy I and II. Linda recently became certified in Pregnancy Massage, and in 2002 completed levels I and II in Neuromuscular Therapy. Her 11 years experience from environments such as chiropractic offices, gymnasiums/personal training facilities, day spas and clinical Massage Therapy centers have given Linda extensive knowledge with “medical” massage practices. Linda’s specialty is Deep Tissue Massage with NMT integration and enjoys working with patient suffering from chronic pain, Fibromyalgia, migraines, TMJ, surgery rehabilitation, spinal abnormalities, MS and MD. |
 | Cressy King-Delong Licensed Master Aesthetician in Virginia Certified Laser Technician Cressy is a graduate of Yvonne De Vilar Scientific Skin Care School and is certified in waxing, microdermabrasion, chemical peels and all aspects of skin care and products. She is trained on lasers to treat sun damaged skin, stretch marks, Rosacea and Acne, in addition to using them for hair removal and skin tightening. Cressy has a special interest is in "Anti-Aging" and is extremely dedicated in assisting her clients in achieving their goals for healthy skin by educating in proper "home skin care techniques". With her extensive knowledge of skin care and treatments she will customize each facial specifically for each client’s needs. |
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Nancy Neiderer, RN, BSN Aesthetic Nurse Nancy has more than eight years experience in the aesthetics field, having worked alongside plastic surgeons. She has had advanced training in Botox and dermal fillers, and has multiple certifications in IPL and multiple advanced laser techniques. Prior to joining Nova, she also worked for many years in hospital settings including: Children´s Hospital in Washington, D.C., St. Luke’s Hospital in Milwaukee, WI and Edward Hospital in Naperville, Il. Nancy received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from the Medical College of Virginia in 1986. Back to Top |
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Lorraine Rosati Lorraine practices Hatha Yoga and has been teaching various yoga classes for six years. In addition to being trained and certified in Yoga for Kids, Yoga for Seniors and Prenatal and Post Partum Yoga, she has also be trained in Nidra Yoga and Pranayama Techniques. Back to Top |
 | Gail J. Rush, LMT, CMT National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Member of the American Massage Therapy Association Graduate of Institute of Integrated Therapies, Washington D.C., Masters Degree Certified Reflexologist Graduate of the Bodyworks Institute of Massage Therapists Florida College of Natural Health School of Massage, Accredited Instructor Gail has education in numerous massage and body therapies in addition to standard massage therapy techniques, including; Polarity Therapy, Raindrop Therapy, Acupressure, Trager style massage, Shirodhara, Abhyanga Massage, CranioSacral Therapy and Table Thai Massage. She has been in the spa industry for over 18 years and has introduced Ayurveda Services to our spa. Gail oversees our The Medical Spa at Nova, the Nova Executive Wellness Program and the Occupational Medical Department, while working closely with the integrative medical providers. She values being part of the extraordinary team at Nova Medical Group and continues to foster superior therapies that set the bar in the Medical Spa Industry. Back to Top |
 | Padma Saranu Licensed Master Aesthetician in Virginia Padma is a graduate of Yvonne De Vilar Scientific Skin Care School and received advanced skin care technique certificates from the International Dermal Institute. She specializes in custom IPL and Laser treatments for acne and aging, along with advanced exfoliation treatments including Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels and Facial Lymphatic Drainage Massage. Padma is skilled in lash and brow tinting and threading. Back to Top |
 | Brian Terrill, CMT Nationally Certified Massage Therapist Licensed Massage Therapist, Virginia Brian received his massage training at the National Massage Therapy Institute (NMTI) and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). Favorite Service at Nova Acu-Aroma Massage & Deep Tissue Massage. Back to Top |