Meet the Team
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DR. DIPPEL MD FACC
CO-OWNER / MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Dr. Dippel received his undergraduate degree with department honors in biomedical engineering from Northwestern University. He completed medical school and his Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Iowa. He completed his general fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center. An advanced fellowship in coronary and peripheral vascular intervention was completed at the Ohio Heart Health Center and the University of Cincinnati. As a husband and father of 3, he is also the town’s biggest PV sports fan!
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STACEY
CO-OWNER / CLINIC DIRECTOR
Stacey has been in the beauty industry as a Cosmetologist since 2002 and Salon Owner since 2012. Stacey’s passion has always been to simplify the beauty process and just take care of people. Her husband Chris works behind the scenes to keep the businesses running smooth and they stay even more busy with their 3 children. As a recent Breast Cancer Survivor, she hopes to inspire others to live unapologetically and truly enjoy this gift of life.
“Life, you only get one… so do it your way”
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LISA
CLINIC MANAGER
Lisa has worked in the medical aesthetics industry since 2016. She is caring & passionate about taking care of people. Her favorite part of her job is getting to know the THRIVE clients and teaching them about the treatments & products that will help them achieve their goals. She is a wife & mom of 2. Her favorite services are the Enrich Treatments and Injectables.
“Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Make it count by doing what makes you THRIVE”
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LOREE
CLINIC COORDINATOR
Loree consulted and opened the vein clinic with Dr. Sadler in 2007, subsequently taking on the Med Spa in November of 2015 without ever having had a facial treatment. Loree is without a doubt a staple here at THRIVE. She loves sharing the importance of combining products with treatments to empower women to have ‘enhanced elegance’. She is a mom of 2 and loves sports (GO HAWKS) and entertaining. Her favorite THRIVE services are The Enrich Treatment & Kybella.
“If you don’t go after what you want…. You’ll never have it”
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JAYA
MASTER AESTHETIC NURSE INJECTOR
Jaya graduated in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science Nursing from University of Iowa. She began working in the medical aesthetics industry in 2015. Jaya loves working together with her clients to achieve results that make them happy. She is pleased to see the joy and confidence that follows. Her favorite service at Thrive is the Mini Enrich Treatment. Fun fact, Jaya lived the first 10 years of her life in Papua New Guinea. She is a wife and mom of 3 and an avid shopper.
“You define your own life. Don’t let other people write your script”
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KAMERRA
AESTHETIC NURSE INJECTOR
Kamerra has been a licensed nurse since 2020. She loves to help people restore their personal confidence and be a part of their self care & self love journey. Kamerra is a proud girl mom who loves long road trips and DIY projects. When it comes to the treatments she offers here at Thrive Kamerra loves that being a nurse injector allows her to expand upon her nursing skills in a way she is unable to in the hospital setting. She says she is a forever student and loves to learn new things and ways to help people.
“Stop comparing yourself. Flowers are pretty and so are sunsets and they look nothing alike.”
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Hether
AESTHETIC NURSE INJECTOR
Hether has worked in the medical field since she was a teenager but became a Registered Nurse in 2022 after being a stay at home mom for her young children. Hether is dedicated to building safe experiences that reach a clients goals and build their confidence. She loves that this role allows her to combine her passion for healthcare and her love of the beauty industry at the same time. Hether says one of the most fulfilling parts of her job is working with the client to build a plan for their treatment. She loves to get to know each guest to better understand the best way to give them their desired outcomes. She says, “This industry isn’t one size fits all for treatment. When you truly care and listen, that builds trust. I don’t ever want someone to feel I’m only there for a one time treatment and never see them again. “ Hether is a proud boy mom of 2, a dog mom, and loves to spend her free time at the Lake of the Ozarks boating and enjoying lake life!
“The only person you should be better than, is the person you were yesterday!”
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NIKKI
AESTHETICIAN
Nikki has been working in the beauty industry since 2022. She has a passion for educating clients about their skin and helping them to feel & become the best version of themselves. She excells at confidently making skincare and treatment plans. Nikki is a wife and a proud girl mom fueled by caffeine and ambition. Her favorite services to perform at THRIVE are Tattoo Removal and the Pure Lift Treatments. She embodies thriving to the fullest as a Breast Cancer Survivor.
“You have to decide who you are and force the world to deal with you - not with its IDEA of you” - James Baldwin
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MELISSA
AESTHETICIAN
Melissa has worked in the beauty industry since 1998. She loves connecting with people and educating them on skincare. She is passionate about creating customized treatment plans for her clients to reach their specific goals. Melissa says it is so rewarding to see the transformation happen and the clients confidence grow. Melissa is a wife, mother of 4, cat parent of 2, and loves to travel any chance she can get. Her favorite THRIVE service to perform is facials of any kind.
“Surviving is important, thriving is elegant”
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ISABELLA
AESTHETICIAN
Isabella has worked in the beauty industry since 2018. She loves talking with clients and being able to help them THRIVE in all ways. She says nothing feels better than helping a client feel confident and walk with their head held higher. Her favorite service to perform is laser hair removal. Isabella loves to travel & experience the world with friends. Her dream is to have lots of animals someday.
“Life is what you make it, so make it count”
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MCKINZI
AESTHETICIAN
Mckinzi has been in the beauty industry since 2017. Her extensive knowledge of skin and client care is a perfect fit in the medical aesthetics space. Joining the THRIVE team felt like the perfect next step in her journey in the beauty industry. It allowed her to add more advanced services to combat the effects of aging and truly make a change in her clients skin. She loves to see the transformation that the services at THRIVE can provide and the confidence that they can give. Mckinzi is a mom of 1, cat lover, and obsessed with home renovations. Her favorite THRIVE service is the Radiate because of all of the ways it benefits the skin!
“Life thrives more when you create and live for yourself”
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CHRISTINE
GUEST EXPERIENCE EXPERT
Christine has worked in the industry since 2023. She loves to help others and make connections with clients to better meet their needs. Christine has the most infectious smile, is a mom of 3, a dog mom, and a nana. She is passionate about creating a life she loves! And, she inspires all of us to do just that. Her favorite THRIVE services are the Enrich Treatments and Injectables.
“Beauty is more than skin deep. It’s what makes you feel good about yourself”
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NORA
GUEST EXPERIENCE EXPERT
Nora began her career in the beauty industry in 2008 as a hair stylist and has evolved her career of caring for others over the years. Transitioning to a role in the medical spa world in 2025. She utilizes her extensive knowledge of the beauty industry to help guide patients to the services and products that would best suit their needs. Nora is a dog mom of 2 and proud aunt. In her personal time she loves working out and spending time outdoors no matter the season. In her role at THRIVE Nora has found a new passion for educating patients and helping them to look and feel their very best.
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does” - William James
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DEB
GUEST EXPERIENCE EXPERT
Deb has worked in the industry since 2021. She is a wife, mom of 3, and grandma. She joins the THRIVE team as a part time member during her retirement. Deb is always a friendly face that loves to see all of the happy and satisfied clients from start to finish with their services. Her favorite service is the Firm Face & Neck Treatment.
“Do what makes YOU happy”