Chera Kimiko-Zoellner is a familiar face in the state of Oklahoma. Not only is she the business owner of Kimiko Medical Aesthetics but she and her husband, Dr. Chuck Zoellner of Zoellner Chiropractic, own the very well-established AAA Insurance agency in the Fontana Shopping Center off of 51st and Memorial. Prior to being a tri-business owner with her husband, Chera spent almost 24-years as a well-respected TV anchor and journalist, 16 of those years were in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Before Chera’s retirement at the end of December 2017 she was voted Best Of The Best Local Medial Personality by Oklahoma Magazine. She had also won this title for the past 13-years. Before retiring Chera was the main anchor for the 9pm Newscast for KOTV/TulsaCW and was also the Main News Anchor for 12-years at KOKI FOX23.
Chera and Kelle Christianson, PA-C, were bound to meet and join forces with Felice Baldwin. All successful and all determined to have careers in aesthetics, making women and men feel valued and beautiful. When the three power houses met there was no turning back and Kimiko Medical Aesthetics was formed. Clients fly in from as far away as New York, and Colorado to see Chera, Kelle and Felice–as it is now known as a premier medical aesthetics clinic–not only in Tulsa but across the country.
The clinic has been featured on ABC, Midtown People, Oklahoma Sports and Fitness, and Oklahoma Magazine. Chera is very involved in the community and is currently Co-Chairing the Illuminate Gala with her husband, Chuck benefiting the Little Light House of Oklahoma.
Dr. Zoellner or “Chuck” is a Board-Certified Chiropractic Physician who graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College in Kansas City, Missouri. Chuck is the owner to Zoellner Chiropractic, Kimiko Medical Aesthetics and Kimiko-Zoellner AAA Insurance with his wife Chera Kimiko-Zoellner.
Chuck’s athletic background has propelled him into the chiropractic profession after many years of being a patient of chiropractic care. Chuck is a triathlete and a two-time Boston Marathon Qualifier and finisher. Chuck strives to understand the mental, emotional, psychological and physical process of how difficult the recovery process can be and how important a positive outlook is for healing.
Chuck’s approach to restoring wellness and agility is looking at the whole body for healing not just the area of the body that is injured; Chuck is currently the official Chiropractor for the Tulsa Ballet and has worked closely with several large colleges and high schools in the area as well as professional and Olympic bound athletes to help them achieve their goals.
Dr. John V. Tedesco, D.O., FACOS, is Kimiko Medical Aesthetics’ Medical Director. Dr. Tedesco is fellowship-trained and dual board-certified in general surgery and cosmetic surgery and carries the prestigious designation of Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Dr. Tedesco graduated from medical school in Philadelphia, PA at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; completed his general surgical training in Tampa Bay, FL at Largo Medical Center; and completed his fellowship in Little Rock, AR under the esteemed direction of world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Jim English.
Dr. Tedesco prides himself in providing absolute state-of-the-art care in the most comfortable and compassionate atmosphere possible. Dr. Tedesco has lectured nationally to other plastic and cosmetic surgeons and continually strives to stay at the cutting edge of the field. He has received numerous awards and accolades and is a member of American Mensa. We here at Kimiko Medical Aesthetics believe you cannot find better care or better results anywhere else in the world.
Caysie Garza, APRN-CNP is an established Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with advanced training in Bio-identical Hormones, Women and Family Wellness, Urology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Aesthetics. Caysie graduated with honors from the University Of Oklahoma College Of Nursing and also earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Oklahoma.
Sarah Oh, RN-BSN is a certified nurse Injector who joined the prestigious Kimiko Medical Aesthetics spa in 2020. Sarah specializes in Aesthetic Wellness which means she looks at not only the face but how the whole body can function aesthetically when consulted properly. Sarah brought with her the knowledge of the wildly popular 24karat facial; together Sarah, and owner, Chera Kimiko formulated what no other medical aesthetics spa has to create to make the 24k Kimiko Facial, patent-pending. This facial is something you don't want to miss out on. Sarah loves working on patients with MINT PDO threads, dermal fillers, botox, and combination treatments for the body.
Sarah has been fascinated with aesthetics since she was a child, dabbling in technology, techniques, training, assessments, and injecting, but her career and life took her on a different path and led her first into pediatric oncology. Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Oklahoma. Upon graduation, she began working as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse at St. Francis Children's Hospital in Tulsa, but aesthetics kept tugging at Sarah’s heart. During a trip home to California, she was given the opportunity to train under the renowned Dr. Peter Newen, MD, and @JoannaTheNurse at the prestigious Image Center in Huntington Beach.
From then, Sarah knew aesthetics was her soul and she loved helping others feel and look their very best. When Sarah moved back to Tulsa, she trained under Dr. Christy Bennett. D.O., but continued to hone her skills in aesthetics starting her own business as an injector with Perk Medical Aesthetics. Sarah understands each patient is unique and she develops a complete and thorough treatment plan with the patient. She uses her aesthetic consultation and listens to her patient's preferences to bring about the best result. Sarah is dedicated to participating in continuing education to ensure that her patients experience the best technology and techniques in the industry.
Amy Bradt, RN-BSN is a certified nurse injector who joined Kimiko Medical Aesthetics, the premier spa in Tulsa in 2020 when she won their $7500 makeover earlier that year. At that time she said she knew she wanted to join the team--calling it the "Ritz Carlton." Amy loves smiling and wants everyone who walks through the doors of KMA to be happy and satisfied. Seeing anyone in pain on is something she hates so she works tirelessly at trying to find the best solution or option to make any treatment or service pain-free. Amy's favorite is lip filler! She also specializes in MINT PDO threads, dermal fillers, and botox as well as combination treatments for the face and body.
Amy has more than 12-years of experience as a Trauma Emergency Charge Nurse at Saint Francis Hospital. She also trained and injected under one of Oklahoma's top Cosmetic, Plastic, Reconstructive, and General Surgeons, Dr. Stephen M. Paulsen, MD.
Amy is a trusted and experienced nurse injector of Botox Cosmetics, Dysport and dermal fillers and is an expert in cannula injections because of her training under Dr. Paulsen. She specializes in cheeks and, tear troughs resulting in a more natural appearance. As a nurse injector Amy believes in having a delicate eye and delivering with extreme precision, she also likes what is called Baby Botox or microtoxing saying, "You can always add but you can never take back."
Amy received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Tulsa, Oklahoma, and her Bachelors of Science in Sociology at Oklahoma State University Stillwater, Oklahoma.
In addition to neuromodulators and dermal fillers, Amy is also trained in laser treatments and is a passionate user of the SkinMedica and PCA product lines. She will be able to provide extensive, expert consultation to help develop and keep a skin routine for all ages.
Lindsey Wertenberger has been an aesthetician for 8 years. She was born and raised in Hays, Kansas and graduated from the Academy of Aesthetic Arts in Shawnee, Kansas in 2010. Shortly after graduating she moved to Tulsa and started her career. She has since fallen in love with Tulsa and thinks that Oklahoma country is simply gorgeous!
Lindsey was truly inspired to become an aesthetician after having received her very first skin treatment at the age of 25. She instantly fell in love with the entire experience, particularly learning about the physiology of skin and experiencing firsthand the therapeutic benefit of taking time out of our hectic schedules to do something for yourself. She knew from that moment that she wanted to pass that experience on to others!
When Lindsey is not helping her patients achieve their skin goals, she is passionate about spending time with family, friends, and her 3 dogs (and if she had the room she would rescue more!). She enjoys being outdoors, trying new things, and trying to balance out life’s busyness with activities like yoga and mindfulness.
Jennifer Lee is the Patient Coordinator and the first face you see as you walk through our doors.
Morgan Cushman is the Medical Assistant at Kimiko Medical Aesthetics and one of the first faces you will see in the treatment room. In her role, she updates patient files, acts as "extra hands" and assists with treatments such as miraDry and CoolSculpting.
Morgan has always been passionate about serving others and medical aesthetics has always piqued her interest. After holding various roles in the medical field, it was clear to her that medical aesthetics is where she belongs. She aspires to make a difference and to help boost every patient's self-confidence and Kimiko Medical Aesthetics is helping her accomplish that. This is much more than a job to her; it’s her calling. Morgan’s favorite thing about her job is the confidence that beams through every patient after their treatment.
In addition to being a full-time medical assistant, Morgan is also a full-time boy mom. She spends her days off outside with her family. When she isn’t handling a house full of boys, you can find her at the gym or doing yoga.