Barry Summers, M.D., Ph.D, F.A.C.S.

Dr. Barry Summers graduated with Honors from Drake University with a Bachelor's in Biology. He spent two years in post-graduate work involved with the subject of circulatory physiology.

Dr. Summers then entered a six-year M.D./Ph.D. program at The Chicago Medical School. He received a full tuition scholarship through medical school and graduated with his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees. His Ph.D. thesis involved cardiovascular physiology. He then went on to complete a General Surgery Residency at The University of Chicago Hospitals and Mount Sinai Medical Center. After residency, he pursued a private practice, which consists of general surgery and phlebology.

Dr. Summers is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His professional memberships include:

• American College of Surgeons
• SAGES
• American Society of Breast Surgeons
• American College of Phlebology
• American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Summers has remained active in the medical community and is currently a clinical instructor for surgical residents at the University of Illinois Metro Surgical Program. He has also had teaching experience in the Department of Surgery at Finch University of Medical Sciences, The Chicago Medical School and in the Department of Biosciences at Drake University.

Honors/Awards:

• Full Medical School Tuition Scholarship
• Surgery Clerkship Award
• Recipient: American College of Surgeons
• Annual Medical Student Award

Dr. Summers is affiliated with St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital and Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital.

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Cherie Gilleon, D.O.
Specialty: Family Medicine

Dr. Cherie Gilleon is a family medicine practitioner specializing in women’s health, pediatrics and adolescent medicine at Thrive Medical Spa, as well as holding hospital affiliations at Advocate Illinois Masonic, Sts. Elizabeth and Mary Medical Center and St. Joseph Hospital. 

Dr. Gilleon graduated with her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences, and completed her internship and residency training in the Department of Family Medicine at St. Joseph Hospital. 

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Jessica L. Fanning, Medical Esthetician, Certified Laser Specialist, Laser Safety Office, Instructor & General Manager

Jessica received her Bachelors Degree from University of Iowa in 2002. In 2003, she returned to school for skin care after a being diagnosed and successfully treated for basal cell carcinoma (the most common form of skin cancer). She completed over 1000 clinical hours at the University of Aesthetics in Downer Grove, IL where she received her degree to become an Esthetician. Jessica graduated top of her class with honors.

Jessica immediately developed an interest in corrective skin care treatments. She went on to receive an advanced Laser Safety Officer certification, three chemical peel certifications, a microdermabrasion certification, and six laser certifications. Jessica has seven years of experience performing laser treatments such as laser hair removal, facial and leg vein therapy, photofacials, and rosacea and acne treatments. In addition, she also has experience in esthetic treatments such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, electro-stimulation, light therapy, and recommending home care programs.

Jessica has appeared on 190 North, Fox News, ABC News and the CW Network for her expertise in cosmetic laser treatments and "How to Choose a Medical Spa". She has also written an article on Holistic Acne Therapy for Skin Inc, a professional trade publication for Estheticians.

In her extra time, Jessica trains Doctors and nurses in the area on how to safely and effectively perform cosmetic laser and esthetic treatments. She is also dedicated to continuing her education on up-to-date trends in the medical spa world, healthy aging inside and out, and laser safety.

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Yang Hua Zou, LA.c

Dr. Zou is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with over 30 years of experience. During 1971-1975, Dr. Zou received training in programs of general surgery, acupuncture anesthesia, and surgery emergency. In Shanghai, China, Dr. Zou started practicing as a Medical Doctor at Zhongshan Hospital. He started as an attending doctor in 1980 and reached the level of Associate Professor in 1993.

In 1978, Dr. Zou's first paper was published. Since then, he has had four other papers published in academic journals. He has done extensive research on treating acute abdominal conditions and worked in the area of renal transplantation and administered successful treatments using the combined therapy of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.

Utilizing acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and medical Qi Gong, Dr. Zou has successfully treated patients with more than a hundred different diseases such as cancer, neurological disorders, heart disease, pain, gastrointestinal disorders, fatigue, and arthritis.

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Monique Wheeler, L.Ac. Dipl. Om, M.S.T.O.M.

After 10 years of working as a city planner, Monique moved to Chicago to change careers and pursue her interest in the body, health and wellness. She completed a Master's of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago. She is also a diplomate in Oriental Medicine and is Board Certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

Monique's areas of interest as an Acupuncturist are women's health (menstrual disorders, infertility, PMS, menopause), psycho-emotional disorders (anxiety, depression, stress related problems), insomnia, fatigue, chronic allergies/sinus infections, low immune function, and digestive disorders (related to acne and rosacea). She also enjoys working with seniors and the issues that arise with aging.

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Patti Gran, Medical Esthetician

Patti received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Florida International University in 2001. With a long-standing interest in dermatology, she went on to receive her degree in Medical Esthetics from the University of Aesthetics in Chicago, IL where she graduated at the top of her class and began working with some of Chicagos top physicians.

Patti has a clinical approach to skin care and has a special interest in adult onset acne, rosacea, and acne/hirsutism due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Patti is currently finishing her B.S.N. and will continue to specialize in dermatology and skin care.

With extensive clinical training, Patti utilizes both laser and esthetic treatments such as Isolaz therapy (acne), Intensed Pulsed Light therapy (post-acne hyperpigmentation), medium depth and superficial peels, laser genesis (rosacea), and Levulan to treat an array of conditions.

Patti firmly believes not only in treating the superficial issue, but also in finding the underlying problem. With this in mind, she utilizes the Thrive team of acupuncture, internal medicine, and nutrition specialists when needed.

In her spare time, Patti enjoys playing music, reading, and following the latest advancements in dermatology and esthetics.

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Kelly Wallace, Medical Esthetician & Laser Specialist

Kelly grew up in the Boston area, attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst and received her Bachelor of Science in 2002. During this time, she held an internship at the Friend's Boutique at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Here, she set up fittings for wigs, prosthetic bras, breast prostheses, as well as appointments for the Look Good…Feel Better program, a service that provides skincare products and further demonstrates make-up techniques, such as recreating eyebrows after chemotherapy. While she'd always been intrigued by skincare and the spa industry as a whole, this particular internship confirmed that she wanted to continue to help people feel better about themselves, inside and out.
 
Kelly went on to receive her esthetic license in 2003 from the Elizabeth Grady School of Esthetics, graduating at the top of her class. She started her career in the Boston area focusing on traditional spa services and truly enjoyed attaining visible results with her clients.  

She then moved to Chicago in 2005 and took the opportunity to achieve even more dramatic improvements in people's skin conditions through a more medical approach. She has taken several advanced education classes receiving certifications in chemical peels, skin biology and physiology, microdermabrasion, various lasers and IPL machines, facial massage techniques, and make-up application. In 2007, she received her certification in Medical Esthetics from True University in Chicago.
 
When not at Thrive Integrative Medical Spa or advancing her education, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and two little dogs. She loves traveling to new places and old.

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