medical services provided by the atelier facial aesthetics
Brittony Croasdell, APRN
Clinical Director
MS, FNP-BC, APRN, CANS
The Atelier Facial Aesthetics, PLLC
Brittony Croasdell is a highly-respected professional in the field of Aesthetic Medicine and Plastic Surgery. She is part of an elite group of injectors in the world hand selected by Allergan (AMI) and Galderma (GAIN) to train MDs, NPs, PAs, and RNs in the technical skills of injectables. Brittony also serves on the Xeomin Advisory Board on behalf of Merz Pharma Group.
While highly skilled across the Aesthetic Medicine spectrum, Brittony’s areas of expertise include nonsurgical facial rejuvenation and nonsurgical body enhancement.
Brittony holds her board certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) certification from the Plastic Surgical Nursing Certification Board, a certification for Advanced Neurotoxin and Dermal Fillers, certification in the use of radio frequency devices, erbium, ND:Yag and diode lasers, intense pulsed light, broadband light, Sciton Halo, hyperhidrosis treatments with precision laser, CoolSculpting, is trained PRP with SkinPen microneedling and kybella injections. She was an Adjunct Professor at DePaul University teaching nursing clinical skills and is currently a clinical preceptor to Nurse Practitioner students.
Credentials & Achievements
· Board certified by Plastic Surgery Nurses Certification granting the prestigious Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (C.A.N.S.) certification.
· National Trainer for Allergan Cosmetic
· National Trainer for Galderma
· Xeomin Advisory Board for Merz
· Member, International Society of Plastic Surgery Nurses (ISPSN)
· Member, Illinois Society of Advanced Practice Nursing (ISAPN)
Suzie Carroll
Co-Founder
MSN, FNP-BC
Suzie Carroll is a board certified Nurse Practitioner, who has a deep passion for aesthetic medicine. She completed her undergraduate degree from Fairfield University in Connecticut, where she obtained her Bachelors in Nursing. She continued her education and graduated with high honors from Loyola University Chicago with her Masters in Nursing, specializing in their Family Nurse Practitioner track. Suzie is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and performs injectable treatments such as Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane and Kybella.
Suzie performs thousands of injectable treatments annually, and is thought to be one of the most sought after Nurse Injectors in the Chicagoland area and Midwest. Prioritizing her patients goals, Suzie uses her specialized and advanced knowledge to deliver safe, subtle, and youthful results. Through thorough consultation and assessment she develops a comprehensive multi-modality plan. Suzie’s treatments are aimed to restore youthfulness, delay signs of aging, and improve overall skin quality. With a constant desire for continued education in the growing aesthetic field, Suzie is often attending conferences or courses to stay up to date with emerging techniques. She enjoys mentoring, sharing her knowledge and collaborating with others in the field.
Suzie’s injectable philosophy is to safely deliver noticeable results, with natural outcomes, while having a high respect for each patients individuality. Suzie is proud to be a founding member of THE FITZ, and strives to elevate the medical spa experience for both patients and staff alike.
Michelle Shetty
Co-Founder
BSN-RN
Michelle Shetty is one of the most sought-after aesthetic providers in the Chicagoland area.
A graduate of The University of Virginia where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and became a Division I NCAA Champion on the rowing team, Michelle holds advanced certifications as a Certified Pediatric Critical Care Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse from her near decade of experience in the pediatric cardiac intensive care unit. Her ability to meet her patients' needs in high stakes situations, as well as her mastery of delicate procedure work, have become invaluable to her work in aesthetics.
Over the past five years, Michelle has focused her attention on skincare and helping patients feel like the very best version of themselves. By partnering with her patients to identify their priorities, Michelle delivers customized, beautiful results that leave her patients feeling refreshed and confident.
AESTHETIC INJECTORS
MAI MCKEON, MSN, FNP-C
ASHLEY COLLINS, MSN, FNP-C
ASHLEY COLLINS, MSN, FNP-C
Mai McKeon is a Nurse Practitioner who loves helping others feel confident and beautiful in their own skin.
She obtained her Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree from Northern Illinois University and her Masters of Science degree in Nursing from Capella University.
Mai loves that aesthetics gives her the opportunity to blend artistry and medicine to create customized treatments for her patients. She hopes that anyone who sits in her chair feels safe and heard in what they want to accomplish with their aesthetic treatments.
Mai is on a mission to provide patients with the preventative and restorative benefits of injectables combined with a simple yet effective medical grade skincare routine. Mai’s goal is to enhance your natural beauty by creating facial balance to highlight your best features so your glow can radiate from the inside out.
ASHLEY COLLINS, MSN, FNP-C
ASHLEY COLLINS, MSN, FNP-C
ASHLEY COLLINS, MSN, FNP-C
Ashley Collins is an Advanced Practice provider in the field of aesthetic medicine.
Ashley earned her Masters of Science in Nursing at Olivet Nazarene University and was certified in 2017 by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Ashley has experience working in multiple specialties, but she has always felt that aesthetic medicine was her true calling. She finds joy in designing individualized treatment plans that increase self-confidence and compliment the natural aging process.
Ashley strives to provide refreshed, glowing results with the use of dermal fillers and neurotoxins that are subtle but impactful. She is also trained in the use of Kybella, PRP, The Fitz Gold, lasers and CoolSculpting which gives her the ability to follow a comprehensive approach with each patient that sits in her chair.
DANA YMERI, MSN, FNP-BC
KELLY KRZOSEK, MSN, NP-C
KELLY KRZOSEK, MSN, NP-C
Dana is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned her masters degree at Lewis University and is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She began her career as a Nurse Practitioner at Northwestern Medicine Hospital in the outpatient neurosurgery department. In 2018, Dana decided to combine her love of caring for people and passion for the aesthetic world by starting a career as an injector.
Dana combines her skills and knowledge of neurotoxins and hyaluronic acid dermal fillers to produce natural, beautiful results that leave you feeling refreshed. Dana likes to combine regenerative aesthetics to patient’s plans and include PRP injections, the Fitz Gold treatments, as well as Kybella injections. She aims to deliver beautiful, subtle results while prioritizing safety for every patient.
When she’s not injecting at the Fitz, she’s busy chasing around her active son and Wheaton/poodle mix.
KELLY KRZOSEK, MSN, NP-C
KELLY KRZOSEK, MSN, NP-C
KELLY KRZOSEK, MSN, NP-C
Kelly is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner. She received her Masters in Nursing at the University of Illinois at Chicago, earning an invitation to the Nursing Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society.
Kelly first began practicing medicine in the orthopedic specialty where she learned and sharpened her skills in injections and precision while performing ultrasound-guided injections and assisting in surgery.
The culmination of Kelly’s educational and working background led her to the aesthetic industry, where she could integrate her passion for procedure-based medicine into helping others feel better about themselves.
In the treatment room, Kelly loves to get to know each of her patients and establish positive relationships built on trust and understanding. Always a student of her field, Kelly also values collaboration and continuing education to ensure optimal outcomes for each of her patients.
Kelly is dedicated to her philosophy of delivering natural individualized results safely. With the use of injectables for facial harmony and medical grade skin care to promote healthy glowing skin, Kelly’s ultimate goal is to keep her patients feeling and looking like the best version of themselves!
A few fun facts about Kelly include that she is fluent in Polish, is a new mom to her daughter, Mia, and for fun loves to spend time outdoors, explore new restaurants and take bike rides along the lake.
skincare experts
Dani Hanek
Courtney Swift
Courtney Swift
Dani is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant with a strong background in Plastics. She is a sought after Esthetician in the Chicagoland area with over a decade of experience with breathtaking results. She is passionate about skin, health and wellness. Dani takes a scientific and holistic approach to aesthetics a
Dani is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant with a strong background in Plastics. She is a sought after Esthetician in the Chicagoland area with over a decade of experience with breathtaking results. She is passionate about skin, health and wellness. Dani takes a scientific and holistic approach to aesthetics and wellness as she believes in the brain-skin connection. Dani takes pride in each treatment she performs and enjoys building a relationship with patients that establishes trust and personal attention to meet their overall skin goals.
Courtney Swift
Courtney Swift
Courtney Swift
Courtney is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant. Her enthusiasm and passion for her work can be found in the countless transformations she has preformed over the past decade at a med spa and Plastic office. Courtney is known for her upbeat, warm personality and her ability to tailor customized and effective sk
Courtney is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant. Her enthusiasm and passion for her work can be found in the countless transformations she has preformed over the past decade at a med spa and Plastic office. Courtney is known for her upbeat, warm personality and her ability to tailor customized and effective skincare regimens that deliver results to every patient. Courtney believes that with the right products and treatment plan, she can partner with you and help you achieve your skincare goals.
Summer Gritton
Courtney Swift
Summer Gritton
Summer is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant with a passion and enthusiasm for the skin care, aesthetic and wellness industry. Summer has close to 5 years of experience in creating and administering custom skin and body treatments at top medical spas and dermatologist offices in the city. She is committed to
Summer is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant with a passion and enthusiasm for the skin care, aesthetic and wellness industry. Summer has close to 5 years of experience in creating and administering custom skin and body treatments at top medical spas and dermatologist offices in the city. She is committed to providing excellent patient experiences, building self-esteem and continuously seeking educational opportunities to grow and develop her already extensive skills.
Samantha Starr
Samantha Starr
Summer Gritton
Sam Starr is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant with close to a decade in the industry. Sam specializes in skincare, lasers and body treatment plans. She is passionate about working with every patient to create custom treatment and skincare plans to provide the best possible results.
Sam prides herself on build
Sam Starr is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant with close to a decade in the industry. Sam specializes in skincare, lasers and body treatment plans. She is passionate about working with every patient to create custom treatment and skincare plans to provide the best possible results.
Sam prides herself on building strong patient relationships founded on confidence and trust as she has worked to provide a comfortable, safe and inclusive space for them. Allowing patients to feel heard, included and cared for is her top priority at The Fitz.
Emily Clark
Samantha Starr
Emily Clark
Emily is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant. After earning her BFA at Columbia College, she decided to pursue her passion in skincare at the Douglas J Aveda Institute. She has experience performing a wide variety of advanced skincare treatments within the medical aesthetics industry. Emily has a passion for res
Emily is a Licensed Esthetician, Laser Technician and Medical Assistant. After earning her BFA at Columbia College, she decided to pursue her passion in skincare at the Douglas J Aveda Institute. She has experience performing a wide variety of advanced skincare treatments within the medical aesthetics industry. Emily has a passion for results driven skincare and making people feel confident in their own skin. She enjoys connecting with clients on a personal level and creating customized treatment plans by curating the perfect home care routine with medical grade products. Emily firmly believes in quality ingredients and loves to share her knowledge on social media. Some of Emily’s favorite treatments to perform include chemical peels, fotofacials, and Hydrafacials. She is excited to be a part of the Fitz team and help clients achieve their skin goals.
ADMINISTRATION
Kate Compall
Caitlin Connolly
Caitlin Connolly
Practice Manager
Kate Compall completed a dual degree program at Loyola University Chicago where she received her bachelors in Psychology and exercise science and her MBA.
She has worked as a practice manager for an orthopedic surgery and physical therapy clinic where her focus was patient experience and satisfaction. Kate also was on several committees for various hospitals in Chicago. She strives to make sure every patient feels welcomed, comfortable, and pleased with their experience.
In Kate’s free time she enjoys SoulCycle, exploring restaurants with friends and petting other people's dogs.
Caitlin Connolly
Caitlin Connolly
Caitlin Connolly
Assistant Practice Manager
Caitlin Connolly has always had a strong appreciation for the health and beautification of the skin. Her 10+ years in the health and wellness industry associated with skin care has included direct, hands on experience with cosmetics, salon management, and skin treatments as a way to maintain its health and vitality, improve its overall appearance, and combat the effects of sun exposure and aging.
Her commitment to quality skin care, coupled with her work in customer relations and her personal quest for new learning in this field will ensure you have a positive experience at The Fitz.
In Caitlin's free time, she enjoys traveling all over the world.