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Kristina Thissen

Kristina Thissen is a board-certified Physician Associate and the owner of Remedy Medical Aesthetics & Wellness. With over a decade of experience in medical aesthetics and eight years in plastic surgery, she brings deep clinical insight, technical skill, and artistic precision to every patient she treats.


Kristina is a national trainer for Galderma and a Key Opinion Leader for Sciton Laser. She regularly trains other medical professionals on advanced injection techniques and offers private injector training through Remedy – mentoring both emerging and experienced aesthetic providers.


Kristina takes pride in enhancing her patients’ natural beauty by delivering subtle, refined results. She is known for her attention to detail, dedication to ongoing education, and ability to help patients feel confident, informed, and supported throughout their aesthetic journey. Kristina’s favorite treatments to perform are facial balancing with dermal fillers, lip filler and regenerative therapies such as Sculptra & advanced biologics.


Outside the clinic, Kristina enjoys traveling and spending time on the lake with her husband and four children.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • Discover the unique journey of kristina Thissen from a pre-dental major to a successful medical aesthetics entrepreneur.
  • Learn how a background in business can enhance the management of a medical practice and contribute to its rapid growth.
  • Explore the rising trend of regenerative medicine in aesthetics and how it differs from traditional treatments.
  • Understand the science behind regenerative medicine and its potential to stimulate natural collagen growth using your own body.
  • Uncover the importance of setting realistic expectations with patients and how to navigate challenging cases effectively.
  • Gain insights into the significance of patient education and building trust for long-term relationships in the aesthetics field.
  • Find out how to identify the right aesthetic provider by leveraging reviews and understanding their credentials.
  • Delve into the creative aspect of aesthetics and why it’s essential for achieving natural-looking results.
  • Get a glimpse into the future of aesthetics, focusing on holistic approaches that prioritize overall well-being.
  • Reflect on the true meaning of beauty and how confidence plays a crucial role in self-perception.


In this episode…

Kristina shares her insights on how this innovative approach is reshaping the aesthetics landscape. From utilizing your own body’s resources to stimulate collagen growth to exploring the potential of advanced biologics, the conversation is packed with intriguing possibilities. What does it mean to harness the power of your own biology for beauty? And how does this shift reflect a broader change in how we view self-care and wellness?


She emphasizes the importance of education and trust in the patient-provider relationship. How can patients discern between effective treatments and mere marketing hype? What should they look for when seeking out an expert in the field? Kristina perspective on these questions is not only refreshing but also essential for anyone considering aesthetic procedures.


In this episode of Beauty Talk, host Daniel Gouw interviews Kristina Thissen, a board-certified physician assistant with over 13 years of experience in the aesthetics field. Kristina shares her journey into medicine, starting as a pre-dental major before discovering her passion for the physician assistant career. She discusses her extensive background working alongside top plastic surgeons and how her practice, Remedy Medical Aesthetics and Wellness, has evolved from a one-woman operation to a multi-seven-figure business with a new, expansive clinic. Kristina also highlights her roles as a Galderma trainer and a key opinion leader for Cyton, offering insights into the dynamic world of medical aesthetics. Tune in to learn more about her expertise and the growth of her practice in the health and beauty industry.

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