Dr. Carol Wray
and the Staff of The Medi Spa at Ridgewood Hill
Dr. Carol Wray
The Medi Spa at Ridgewood Hill is owned by the Roanoke Valley’s first board certified female plastic surgeon – Dr. Carol Wray.
Dr. Wray received her medical degree from the University of Michigan School of Medicine in Ann Arbor. Her residency training in general and plastic surgery, as well as a fellowship in research, were at the University of Missouri. She practiced in the Roanoke Valley for over 30 years and now enjoys ownership of the Medi Spa.
Dr. Wray is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. She has served as Medical Director of Lewis Gale Same Day Surgery Center (now Blue Ridge Surgery Center), an accredited ambulatory surgery center, and chief of surgery at Lewis Gale Medical Center.
Certifications:
American Board of Plastic Surgeons
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Meet the Staff of The Medi Spa at Ridgewood Hill
Kate Millott, FNP-C is the most recent addition to the team at The Medi Spa at Ridgewood Hill, joining in 2021. She earned her Nurse Practitioner degree from Georgetown University and is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She brings experience in both Women’s Health and Primary Care. Kate has found a true passion in aesthetics as it allows her to perfectly blend her love of science, creativity, and direct patient care. She has received advanced training from Allergan and is certified to administer Botox and dermal filler treatments. She believes that the best cosmetic outcomes are natural, enhancing and improve her patients’ sense of confidence and well-being.
Katie Vaughan, L.P.N. has worked as Dr. Wray’s office nurse since 1997. She has trained under Dr. Wray as her operating room assistant, Aesthetics Coordinator, and since 2012, as Nurse Injector. She has received advanced training from Allergan in Botox and dermal filler treatments. She also holds certifications from Merz Aesthetics, Coolsculpting, miraDry, Sciton, and Cynosure. Her thorough familiarity with nonsurgical procedures as well as experience in injectable treatments provide her with a large bank of knowledge as an Aesthetic Nurse Injector. She is passionate about her work and is known for her attention to detail and artistic eye. Katie is committed to making patients feel safe, comfortable, and at ease with their procedure.
Melissa Miles is one of our licensed Master Aestheticians. She has been part of Dr. Wray’s team for more than 25 years! She has vast knowledge of professional skin peels, laser treatments and medical-grade skincare lines. With her experience and attention to detail, she strives to achieve amazing results. Melissa is passionate about skin care and helping her patients add to their natural beauty and health.
Born in Scotland, Anne-Marie attended a European College of Esthetics where she graduated in 1991 with an International Diploma in Esthetics and Massage Therapy. In 2014, she earned the prestigious board certification of Master Aesthetician. Anne-Marie is also our certified Master Coolsculpting provider. She attended Coolsculpting University in Washington DC, where she learned the latest Coolsculpting techniques. Her advanced training includes DualSculpting, which is a personalized treatment plan treating two areas at the same time; providing the best results possible! In 2019, Anne-Marie attended the CoolSculpting Masters class, offered only to top providers. In 2022, she was named an Allergan Faculty Trainer for CoolSculpting and enjoys training new providers in her field. She finds it very fulfilling to connect with her patients, establish trust, and give personal attention to their needs.
Alex Yost is a licensed Master Aesthetician. She is new to Dr. Wray’s team and excited to share her passion for healthy skin care with patients. Alex is a Roanoke native and after spending a year in college in Tennessee, decided to return to Roanoke and pursue her true calling. Alex graduated from a local Medical Esthetics School and is trained in chemical peels, dermaplaning, and advanced facials. Alex enjoys educating patients on the benefits and importance of proper skin care treatments, starting at an early age. With her experience and ability to focus on the personalized needs of her patients, she hopes every patient feels more confident and beautiful after leaving her chair.
As Practice Manager, Shelley Bartlett has been managing the day-to-day operations of our practice since 2011. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Shelley ensures our practice runs smoothly and efficiently by overseeing business operations, strategic development and administrative matters. Her organizational and leadership skills have contributed greatly to the expansion and success of The Medi Spa at Ridgewood Hill. With her calm and pleasant demeanor, she truly focuses on making our office a team.
Wendy Hueglin joined our practice in May 2017 as a Receptionist. She brings over 10 years of customer service experience and knowledge to our office. Wendy’s background of serving others in a fast paced environment is a true asset, as is her patience in making sure all of our patients are treated with respect and kindness. Her positive attitude is reflected in the smile she shares as she greets each patient.
Amber Mason joined our practice as a receptionist in January 2022. She has over 6 years of experience working in the medical field as a dental assistant for the U.S. Air Force, where her number one priority was building relationships with her patients and ensuring they were comfortable and at ease for their procedures. She truly believes every patient deserves quality care and strives to provide patients with the respect and attention they deserve.
