We recognize that patients have a choice when considering plastic or cosmetic surgery. Drs. John Connors and Alexandra Hart have surrounded themselves with a caring, compassionate and professionally-trained team, allowing us to provide our patients with the best surgical care possible. During your consultation, surgical preparation, and post-operative period, we will work diligently to ensure the process is seamless and worthwhile. Our goal is to empower our patients to look and feel their best.
Continue reading to learn more about our cosmetic surgery practice.
Our Team
Our office personnel consists of compassionate, hard-working professionals who share a common objective: to provide you with the best plastic surgery experience possible. At both of our beautiful locations, each member of our team will strive to make you feel welcome.
Carey Dickerson, Registered Nurse, BSN
Carey holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from West Virginia University and later pursued a Bachelor of Nursing Science from Berry College, driven by a passion for patient care. Beginning her nursing career at PSGA, Carey thrives on meeting new patients and guiding them through every step of their plastic surgery journey, from initial consultation to post-operative recovery.
Beyond clinic hours, Carey specializes in providing MiraDry and microneedling procedures, alongside educating patients on the significant benefits of medical-grade skincare. With a focus on aesthetic procedures, her favorites include Botox and microneedling, reflecting her commitment to delivering exceptional results and enhancing patient confidence.
Taylor Williams, Registered Nurse, BSN
Meet Taylor Williams, our Clinic Registered Nurse from Northeast Georgia. Equipped with a BSN from the University of North Georgia, Taylor has dedicated four years to the medical field, with the last two at our practice.
Taylor’s patient care philosophy centers on collaboration. Believing in the power of a united approach, Taylor sees the best care emerging when patients and providers work together with shared goals. Recognizing and accepting each patient’s unique needs forms the foundation of a positive healthcare experience.
What Taylor finds most fulfilling in the role is being part of someone’s transformative journey. Witnessing patients realize their worth, embrace their best selves, and experience a boost in confidence is a source of great satisfaction. Taylor is here to contribute positively to each patient’s journey, supporting them in realizing their inherent beauty and confidence, while prioritizing their health and safety.
Kristi Palmer, Clinic Nurse
Introducing our newest clinic nurse, Kristi, a native of Georgia with extensive professional experience. As a registered nurse, Kristi brings a background in trauma, emergency medicine, and intraoperative surgical procedures to our team. Her passion for aesthetic and plastic surgery is evident in her dedication to providing compassionate care, guiding patients towards achieving their aesthetic goals with confidence and support.
Outside of work, Kristi finds enjoyment in activities such as hiking, reading, and spending quality time with her family and beloved fur children, who hold a special place in her heart.
Lisa Garveigh, Medical Aesthetician and Laser Specialist
Originally from Dayton, OH, Lisa has been a cosmetologist and aesthetician for 20 years. Her knowledge and expertise can help transform your skin quality from ordinary to outstanding!
Lisa moved to Atlanta in 2002, where she served as a makeup artist for Tony & Tina and Elizabeth Arden before becoming a medical aesthetician. Lisa gained extensive experience with brow shaping, laminating, and tinting at Moda Beauty Bar. During this time, Lisa began working at a spa, where she transitioned into performing skin care treatments, including facials and chemical peels. In order to further her skills in medical aesthetics, Lisa completed additional training, earning a Masters in Cosmetology. Lisa has specialized in intense pulsed light therapy (which is now Sciton’s BroadBand Light, or BBL™) for over 14 years.
Since coming to PSGA in 2021, Lisa has assisted Dr. Hart and our nurse practitioner, Jenny Azar, while also providing our patients with aesthetic and skin care treatments. These procedures include skin care treatments, lasers, chemical peels, and now semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing.
In her own words, “I really enjoy working at PSGA. I think we have an amazing group of people and our surgeons and injectors are highly skilled and talented. We all work together to help our patients look and feel their best.”
Kristy Hart – Patient Care Coordinator
Kristy is the liaison between our new patients and surgeons. An alumna of the University of Florida, Kristy has been with our practice for over 11 years. She follows a patient-centered philosophy of care. In her experience, the highest quality care is tailored to each patients’ needs, preferences, and values. Respecting these ensures that all patients have the best experience possible.
Kristy loves being part of a family that consistently works towards a common goal: to provide patients with the very best care and results possible. Every day at work, she is thrilled to have the opportunity to contribute not only to the personal growth of each patient, but to the growth of the company.
Tammy Parker – Practice Manager
Tammy is a true Georgian, born and raised here. She has been with our Practice from the beginning in 2011. Tammy manages the behind-the-scenes aspects of the Practice that allow our office to run smoothly from day-to-day.
Our Offices
Our practice is anchored by a state-of-the-art facility, where we offer a comprehensive range of plastic surgery procedures, conduct preoperative appointments, and provide attentive postoperative care. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the exceptional environment and personalized service that define our Avalon office.