PHOENIX SKIN - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Licensed Aesthetician, Certified Laser Safety Officer and Technician
Cris was born and raised in the East coast and moved to Arizona in 2014. She earned her degree as a licensed Aesthetician and Certified Laser Technician from The Southwest Institute of Natural Aesthetics.
Cris has always had an interest in skincare and is passionate about helping her patients achieve their skin goals. She joined the Phoenix Skin Spa family in May 2021 and has pursued her education and training on some of the most advanced treatments such as tattoo removal, thermage, laser hair reduction, vein treatments, and microneedling with PRP. She continues to advance in skin rejuvenation, chemical peels, and IPL photofacials. Cris' favorite part about being an Aesthetician is furthering her knowledge on the newest, and most effective treatments to enable her to aid and educate patients in achieving their skin care goals.
Katherine Azar-Haworth received her Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA. She completed her physician assistant education at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ where she graduated with a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS). During her master's clinical rotations, she specialized in dermatology and surgery. Her formal medical training focused on medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology under the direction of Dr. Lee Laris.
Katherine has been practicing dermatology with Phoenix Skin since January 2005. She is also skilled in numerous cosmetic procedures including Botox injections and fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm. Outside of work, Katherine enjoys spending time with her husband and sons, traveling and hiking.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Aesthetician, Certified Laser Technician
Keisha was born and raised in Arizona with a love for skin care and helping others! She studied at Artistic Beauty College in 2004 and recently took refreshment hours at the Skin and Makeup Institute to learn the latest and most up to date techniques. Keisha is also a Certificated Laser Technician earning her certification at National Laser Institute in 2014 with a continuing education course in 2021 with more advanced training in the field of aesthetics laser treatments.
In her time away from skin care, Keisha spends time with her family and friends while also enjoying time at the gym, any outdoor activities and watching football! Go Steelers!
Job Titles:
- Licensed Aesthetician, Certified Laser Safety Officer and Technician
Kimberly was born in Wisconsin and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. She worked in sales & marketing for many years and was inspired to pursue medical aesthetics after seeing her daughter's passion for the field. Upon graduating, Kimberly worked in a Day Spa as an Aesthetician and Laser Technician.
Kimberly joined the Phoenix Skin Spa family in the summer of 2018, where she continued to gain education and training on some of the most advanced treatments such as tattoo removal, veint treatments and micro-needling with PRP and continues to advance in chemical peels, laser hairreduction and IPL photofacials.
Kimberly's favorite part about being an Aesthetician is learning new facial treatments and laser technology, along with helping patients achieve their skin goals. In Kimberly's free time, she enjoys her family, hiking and watching football.
Job Titles:
- Medical Director
- Certified Dermatologist and the Medical Director
Dr. Lee Laris is a board-certified Dermatologist and the Medical Director of Phoenix Skin Spa. He founded Phoenix Skin Medical Surgical Group in 1992, a Dermatology Practice that specializes in Medical, Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology. He brings over 25-years-experience to Phoenix Skin Spa and we are very pleased to have him as our Medical Director.
Dr. Laris graduated from Gannon University in 1981 and continued his education at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific where he received his Medical Degree in 1987. His internship was completed at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.
He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, California Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Osteopathic Association, Dermatologic & Aesthetic Surgery International League, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Phoenix Dermatologic Society and Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association.
2015: Based on his expertise and positive patient results, Dr. Laris was named a Top Doctor by RealSelf.com