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 Team ProfilesDr. Neal A. Spero, Medical Director
 Dr. Neal A. Spero is a board-certified dermatologist, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. His practice specialties are Cosmetic Dermatology and General Dermatology procedures. Dr. Spero has extensive experience and specialized training in the use of many different types of lasers, studying under the esteemed Dr. S.J. Zakon—the first historian of the AAD and the namesake of the Samuel J. Zakon Award for the History of Dermatology Society annual meeting. Dr. Spero also has a long history serving as a consultant to various laser equipment manufacturers and is very active in the development of protocols and settings for photorejuvenation and facial vein treatment procedures.Dr. Spero graduated from the University of Illinois Medical School in 1961 and completed his Dermatology residency at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill., in 1965. Dr. Spero is a well trained, personable dermatologist with a good bed-side manner, offering an array of General and Cosmetic Dermatology services to his patients. Dr. Valeria Fugali, MD, Cosmetic Injection Specialist
 Dr. Valeria Fugali is a board-certified physician with over 28 years of medical practice experience who has been practicing exclusively Cosmetic Medicine since 2002. Her main interests are in facial and body rejuvenation through non-surgical intervention. She is very experienced in Botox and dermal fillers, such as Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, Radiesse, Dysport and Sculptra. She has been treating patients with the Fraxel laser since its introduction in Fall of 2004 and lectured nationally for Reliant technologies in the use of this laser. Dr. Fugali was a physician and nurse trainer for the Bioform Company, makers of Radiesse dermal filler.She enjoys meeting with patients and discussing their non-surgical options in facial rejuvenation. Her approach is "gradual improvement for a natural look." Dr. Elizabeth T. Clark, Vascular Surgeon  Leg vein treatments are performed by Elizabeth T. Clark, M.D. She is the chief of vascular surgery at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Chicago, as well as a clinical associate of the University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinic. Her compassion for patients, wealth of expertise and her solid reputation as a surgeon make Dr. Clark one of the top names in her field.Dr. Clark is licensed by the state of Illinois, and has diplomat certification by the American Board of Surgery and special certification in peripheral vascular surgery. Dr. Clark is well regarded in her field, and has been published in more than 50 journals, abstracts and presentations, including most recently a publication in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). Dr. Dominic Gaziano, Internal Medicine
In 2003, Dr. Gaziano created and launched nationally a half-hour television magazine show that gives tips for healthy living, Health and Lifestyles Weekly. In 2007, Dr. Gaziano published a 160-page guide to living healthy all year long, Feel Good Health. Dr. Gaziano is a regular wellness and stress management lecturer to the community and has made numerous television appearances as a medical expert on health.
He practices fitness himself and enjoys tennis, triathlons, and is an avid runner. Dr. Gaziano comes from a long line of doctors; his father is a practicing pulmonologist, and three of his four brothers have taken the Hippocratic Oath. Nikka Gryte, ANP-BC, Clinical Director  Nikka Gryte, ANP-BC is a board certified Nurse Practitioner. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Illinois Society of Dermatological Physician Assistants (ISDPA) and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA). Nikka initially obtained a Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Iowa in Health Promotion and Corporate Wellness in 1995.After deciding that the medical field was her passion, she obtained her Bachelors of Nursing from Grand View College in Des Moines, Iowa in 2000. After relocating to the Chicago area and practicing in areas of plastic surgery and orthopedics, Nikka then attended Rush University, obtaining her Masters of Nursing as an Adult Nurse Practitioner in 2009. Nikka joined the Tiffani Kim Institute in early 2010 as our Clinical Director. Nikka’s personable demeanor allows her to provide individualized and holistic care to her dermatology patients and helps them to feel comfortable and cared for. Her use of the latest dermatology advancements as well as incorporating evidence-based medicine makes her a perfect fit to lead the Tiffani Kim Institute’s Medical Wellness Center. Jeanie Lee Bussell, MSOM, LAc - Director of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Jeanie is one of the top fertility acupuncturists in the Midwest and has helped thousands of couples conceive. Her work with fertility and women's health has been featured on Fox News in the Morning and the CBS evening news with Dan Rather. Jeanie also has traveled around the country to study with leaders in the field of Fertility and Oriental Medicine, including interning with Dr. Randine Lewis, the author of The Infertility Cure; and studying with top holistic nutrition expert Paul Pitchford, the author of Healing with Whole Foods. She regularly gives seminars to the general public and to other acupuncturists about how to use Oriental medicine to address women’s health. Here at Tiffani Kim Institute, Jeanie is proud to offer her services to treat not only fertility, but also all aspects of women’s care.  Jason Bussell, MSOM, LAcJason Bussell is the President of the Illinois Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He earned his Master's of Science in Oriental Medicine at the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, where he studied acupuncture and herbology in addition to Western medical science. He also completed an advanced course of training and a clinical internship at the Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and their affiliated hospitals in China. Jason's practice focuses on the use of acupuncture in comprehensive cancer care; but he also sees pediatrics, orthopedics, and many other types of conditions as well. He has been a featured speaker for many groups including: Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, Evanston-Northwestern Healthcare's Symposium on Radiation Oncology, The Illinois Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Cancer Wellness Center, nurses, physical therapists, dentists, women's groups, men's groups, corporations, and more. His writings have been featured in professional publications for acupuncturists and Western health care providers. Jason's book, The Asian Diet, is due in bookstores in Spring 2009.
Carol A. Donohue, RN, BS - Cosmetic Injection Specialist
 Carol has over 25 years of nursing experience. Her interest in facial rejuvenation lead to a focus in the field of Cosmetics/Aesthetics. With over 10 years of experience in Aesthetics and her knowledge of products, Carol is an excellent injector and a leader in her field.Carol received her Nursing degree from Truman College in 1985, then received her Bachelor of Science from College of St. Francis in Joliet in 1992. She trained under Oculo-Facial Plastic Surgeon David Turok and has worked with Plastic Surgeons David Ross, Peter Geldner, Gregory Turowski and Richard Kopolovic. Carol has completed continuing education and advanced injection training for facial aesthetic products: Botox, Dysport, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse and Juvaderm. She also has had much success with the use of Botox for Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). Carol has been a trainer for Baltech Medical Corporation. She has trained both Physicians and Nurses in Botox and filler injection techniques. She has also trained for Lumenis on the use of Lasers and IPL for hair removal and skin rejuvenation. Carol is currently a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses. Caroline Jung, MSOM, L.Ac
Before joining theTiffani Kim Institute, Caroline practiced for several years at locations around Chicago, including Children's Memorial Hospital. She presents lectures and workshops on various topics to a wide variety of audiences, and her writings have been featured in both local and national publications for Western health care providers. She is a contributing author of the book "Fit Nurse: Your Total Plan for Getting Fit and Living Well". She is also a certified yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for over 10 years.Caroline strongly believes in educating her patients, so that they may take charge of their own health and wellness beyond treatment rooms. Nanci Bankier, MSOM, L.Ac
 Nanci earned a four-year Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago. Prior to her study and training in Traditional Oriental Medicine, Nanci received a Bachelors of Science in Biology. Nanci was able to incorporate her background in the sciences with Pacific College’s curriculum, which has a strong emphasis on the duality of Eastern and Western Medicine. The integrative curriculum helped Nanci develop a framework for integrating treatment approaches for her patients. While completing her degree, Nanci worked with several practitioners who specialized in the treatment of female and male infertility. She has also trained with renowned Traditional Oriental Medicine Master, Dr. Richard Tan. She is nationally board certified in both Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine through the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and licensed in acupuncture through the State of Illinois. Nanci has helped patients harness their body’s tremendous healing potential by delving beyond symptoms and addressing root causes, emotionally and physically. Her professional interests include Oriental reproductive medicine, women’s health, psycho-emotional disorders, sleep disorders, and digestive disorders. Having devoted herself to a continuing lifelong study of Traditional Oriental Medicine, Nanci currently treats patients with a broad spectrum of disharmonies. |
Dr. Gaziano is a practicing Integrative Internal Medicine Doctor. He completed his Internal Medicine training at University of Cincinnati and Internal Medicine research fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago. He has been appointed to serve on the Chicago Fitness Council, Mayor Daley's health and fitness task force. He served as the past Integrative Medicine director at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital and continues to deliver integrative and holistic medicine grand round lectures at Illinois Masonic Hospital and other surrounding hospitals. 
Jeanie began her professional life in science by earning degrees in biology and allied health sciences, and worked for more than 10 years in Western healthcare settings before entering Oriental Medical School. She attended the Midwest college of Oriental Medicine in Chicago, earning her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM), magna cum laude. In addition, Jeanie completed an advanced course of study and clinical internship at Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. She is nationally board certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology and is licensed in state of Illinois. She is also a member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine and the Illinois State Acupuncture Association.
After graduating from the University of Memphis with an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Caroline moved to Chicago to attend the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. There, she received her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine. Additionally, Caroline has trained with some of the most prominent teachers in field of acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, including Dr. Richard Tan, and renowned Chinese Medicine women's health specialist, Giovanni Maciocia. Caroline has a special emphasis on treatments of women's health, infertility, men's health, digestive disorders, and pain management. Caroline is a nationally board certified acupuncturist and is licensed by the state of Illinois. She is also a professional member of both the Illinois Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and the American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. 